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SUMMARY:Sensory Saturday | Hands-On with Curious Creations Co.
DESCRIPTION:Families with children with sensory sensitivities are invited to explore the galleries during our Sensory Saturday. During this time\, all rotating audio components will be turned down or muted to ensure a calm environment.  \nAlso\, join our Sensory Saturday Hands-On program for activities filled with sensory play.  Explore and experiment with non-toxic\, sensory-friendly materials in the Membership Garden as we use elements of science to inspire artmaking. All ages are welcome\, though activities are generally geared towards ages 2-10. \nSensory Saturdays occur on the first Saturday of every month. When registering\, please select a time slot of either 10am–11am or 11am–12pm. \nSat\, Aug 1\, 10 AM – 12 PM\nIf you would like to participate in the hands-on activities\, registration is required at $5 per person. Only register those participating in sensory play.\nPlease select a time slot of either 10 AM – 11 AM or 11 AM – 12 PM. \nREGISTER FOR 10:00 AM-11:00 AM \nREGISTER FOR 11:00 AM-12:00 PM \nAll visitors must also purchase a museum admission ticket to have access to the galleries\,  as the activities will be in our Membership Garden within the museum. MFA Members get free gallery admission. \nMFA ADMISSION \nNot yet a member?\nBecome a member today and enjoy all the benefits membership at the MFA offers!\nEnjoy free admission\, special access\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, and more. Bring the whole family! \nBECOME A MEMBER \n\nABOUT CURIOUS CREATIONS CO. \n\n\n\n\n \nAs a mom to two energetic boys\, Celine understands the importance of keeping little hands and minds engaged with fun\, screen-free activities. She began creating sensory bins to encourage her oldest son to explore\, learn\, and play independently—and what started as a simple solution quickly grew into a true passion. \nThrough her business\, Curious Creations Co.\, Celine designs sensory kits\, toys\, and learning materials that spark curiosity and creativity while promoting fine motor skills\, sensory exploration\, and imaginative play. Each item is lovingly handcrafted to bring joy\, learning\, and a little magic into every home. \nWhether you’re enjoying a quiet moment or watching your child dive into a world of discovery\, you can trust that they’re engaged in meaningful\, enriching play. Celine is grateful for every family that makes Curious Creations Co. part of their journey—your support means the world! \n\n \nSensory Saturdays is part of our Picture of Health initiative. Picture of Health is a comprehensive initiative that explores interconnected notions of well-being transcending geographical and temporal boundaries\, leveraging the MFA Collection as a starting point. This program fosters a holistic investigation of health\, encompassing cognitive\, physical\, physiological\, emotional\, civic\, intellectual\, and spiritual dimensions\, all with the aim of nurturing a sense of wellness within our community. \nSponsored in part by the State of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture and the National Endowment for the Arts. \n 
URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/sensory-saturday-8-1-26/
LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sensory Saturdays,Youth and Family Event
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SUMMARY:Public Library Outreach Impressionism and Landscape Painting
DESCRIPTION:Unleash your inner artist and step into the world of color\, light\, and landscape painting. Inspired by the stunning Impressionist and Post-Impressionist artists in the Museum of Fine Arts’ permanent collection\, this hands-on workshop at the James Weldon Johnson Library invites young creators to paint the world in a whole new way. \nThis workshop is free for ages 8–15. Don’t forget to wear clothes that can handle a little paint\, and bring plenty of excitement—the Museum of Fine Arts team can’t wait to meet you! \nWed\, Aug  5\, 2 PM – 4 PM\nAges 8 – 15\nFree: Registration Required\nJames Weldon Johnson Community Library\n1059 18th Ave S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\n \nRegister on Library Website \n\nWhile you’re at the library\, be sure to “check out” even more about the MFA. Both the Pinellas Public Library Cooperative and Pasco County Libraries offer FREE family admission to the MFA through museum passes available at each PPLC member library. Passes are available for in-person check-out on a first-come\, first-served basis and cannot be renewed or placed on hold. Check pass availability on Pinellas Public Library Cooperative or Pasco County Library websites or by contacting your library’s circulation staff. \nSponsored in part by the State of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture and the National Endowment for the Arts. \n 
URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/public-library-outreach-impressionism-and-landscape-painting/
LOCATION:James Weldon Johnson Community Library\, 1059 18th Ave S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE for MFA Members,FREE for Pinellas County Residents,Youth and Family Event
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SUMMARY:Studio Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Let your creativity shine this summer. Catch some rays wherever you find natural light by creating suncatchers at our FREE pop-up studio in the Mary Alice McClendon Conservatory. We’ll bring the materials. You bring the fun! \nDesigned for visitors of all ages\, Studio Saturdays happen every second Saturday and include a free art-making activity. Enjoy Café Clementine\, where members enjoy a 15% discount\, and browse the MFA Shop for books\, gifts and art supplies to take home.  \nSat\, August 8\, 9 AM – 11 AM\nFREE FOR EVERYONE \nNot yet a member?\nBecome a member today and enjoy all the benefits membership at the MFA offers!\nEnjoy free admission\, special access\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, and more. Bring the whole family! \nBecome a Member \nSponsored in part by the State of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture and the National Endowment for the Arts. \n 
URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/studio-saturdays-8-8-26/
LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,FREE for MFA Members,FREE for Pinellas County Residents,Youth and Family Event
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Hours | Fun in the Sun
DESCRIPTION:Homeschool groups and families are invited to join the MFA as we explore culture\, history\, math\, and the science of art alongside exhibitions in our permanent collection. Soak up the sun and get creative! Featuring sun-inspired projects like suncatchers and sun prints\, along with a search through the permanent collection for all things sun-related\, this month’s session is sure to shine.  \nInstruction and activities are designed for students ages 5–14. Family members and caregivers should be in attendance with students. \nHome School Hours occur the second Wednesday of each month.  \nWed\, Aug 12\, 10 AM – 12 PM\nFREE for MFA Members\nIncluded with the cost of admission for Not-Yet Members\nRegistration required \nREGISTER FOR HOMESCHOOL HOURS \nNot yet a member?\nBecome a member today and enjoy all the benefits membership at the MFA offers!\nEnjoy free admission\, special access\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, and more. Bring the whole family! \nBecome a Member \nSponsored in part by the State of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture and the National Endowment for the Arts. \n 
URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/homeschool-hours-8-12-26/
LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,FREE for MFA Members,Homeschool Hours,Youth and Family Event
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SUMMARY:Buttercream & Piping Inspired by Yvette Mayorga
DESCRIPTION:Art and pastry come together in this hands-on creative experience during Café Clementine and the Museum of Fine Arts’ Culinary Arts Workshop. \nInspired by the vibrant\, maximalist works of contemporary artist Yvette Mayorga\, whose paintings emulate elaborate buttercream piping through richly layered acrylic paint\, this workshop invites participants to explore the decorative language of cake artistry. Guided by skilled cake artists Paulina of Café Clementine and Janelly of Emerald Flour\, you’ll learn foundational buttercream piping techniques before transforming your own 4-inch mini cake into an edible work of art. \nThroughout the workshop\, you’ll practice a variety of piping styles and experiment with texture\, pattern\, and color while decorating your cake with a curated palette of buttercream\, playful sprinkles\, and ribbon embellishments. Whether you’re new to cake decorating or looking to refine your skills\, this class is designed to encourage creativity\, experimentation\, and a deeper appreciation for the intersection of fine art and culinary craft. \nTicket includes: \n\nA guided buttercream piping lesson led by a professional cake artists\nOne 4-inch Café Clementine mini cake – olive oil cornmeal cake + passionfruit curd + salted vanilla Swiss meringue buttercream\nThree colors of Swiss meringue buttercream for decorating\nAccess to a variety of piping tips and decorating tools during the workshop\nA curated selection of sprinkles and ribbon embellishments\nA cake box to safely take your creation home\nA welcome drink and light snacks from Café Clementine\n\nNo prior decorating experience is necessary! Bring your creativity and a willingness to play. \nThu\, Aug 27\, 5 PM – 7:30 PM\nSOLD OUT \nNot yet a member?\nBecome a member today and enjoy all the benefits membership at the MFA offers!\nEnjoy free admission\, special access\, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine\, and more. Bring the whole family! \nBecome a Member \n\n\nJanelly Gonzalez is the self-taught cake artist\, educator\, and owner of Emerald Flour\, a St. Petersburg-based bakery specializing in whimsical buttercream cakes inspired by vintage design\, nature\, and art. After growing up in Tampa and graduating from the University of South Florida\, she turned her passion for baking into a career centered around creativity and community. Through custom cakes and hands-on decorating workshops\, she loves creating meaningful experiences that bring people together and encourage creativity. Having taught hundreds of students\, Janelly believes cake decorating should feel approachable\, joyful\, and a celebration of making something beautiful with your own hands. \n  \nSponsored in part by the State of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture and the National Endowment for the Arts.
URL:https://mfastpete.org/event/2627-culinary-arts-8-27/
LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, St. Petersburg\, 255 Beach Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Program,Art After Dark,Youth and Family Event
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