Pembroke Pines Mayor Frank Ortis, a long-time supporter of the arts, issued a proclamation recognizing the city’s participation in an annual celebration of the arts from September 8-14. His hope is to share the transformative power of the arts in education.
The City of Pembroke Pines is celebrating National Arts in Education Week with daily art activities from Tuesday through Saturday at The Frank. Admission is free and each activity is open to all levels of artists.
Film Screenings from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.Â
Enjoy movies like Big Eyes, Quartet and Billie Elliot accompanied by free popcorn.
Abstract Painting Workshops from 2 to 4 p.m.
All are welcome to participate in a hands-on experience painting classics from Picasso, Pollock and more.
Jewelry Making from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Learn to craft with everyday items and craft jewelry items out of washers and twine.
“National Arts in Education Week is such an important initiative and we are happy to join the city in celebrating with special hands-on activities that engage and entertain the community,” said Joshua Carden, chief curator of The Frank. “This is a tremendous opportunity for us to bring awareness of arts in education and to recognize the impact it has in shaping all of our lives.”
For more information, visit thefrankgallery.org.
