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SUMMARY:Wonder Walk: Artful Animals
DESCRIPTION:Animals are on the loose at the KIA! Bring your little art lover to the museum for an animal scavenger hunt through Among the Beasts. This program creates a welcoming space where little ones can be themselves while discovering art in a comfortable and supportive environment.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/wonder-walk-artful-animals/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wonder Walks
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SUMMARY:College Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for College Night at the KIA! This free event for all college students which includes games\, food\, music\, raffles\, and interactive activities. Just bring your College ID & connect with students from WMU\, K College\, KVCC\, and more! Come explore the museum\, and enjoy a night of fun\, creativity\, and networking.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/college-night-2/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Teacher Appreciation Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of creativity\, connection\, and inspiration! Educators of all grade levels and subject areas are invited to enjoy a free night at the KIA. Explore museum resources for your students\, engage in fun gallery activities\, create art\, and enjoy food and drinks while connecting with colleagues. The gallery shop will be open and raffle prizes will be drawn throughout the evening. \nRegistration is strongly encouraged. \nThis event is made possible by generous support from:
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/teacher-appreciation-night-3/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Book Discussion: Whistler by Ann Patchett
DESCRIPTION:Following a chance encounter at the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, Daphne Fuller rekindles a tender relationship with her estranged stepfather Eddie Trott. Though many years have passed\, their early and profound connection drives the desire to reconnect at this stage in their lives. Intertwined with the story of a horse named Whistler\, Daphne and Eddie learn that family comes in many different forms. Themes in this discussion will tie into Among the Beasts.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/book-discussion-whistler-by-ann-patchett/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Discussions
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SUMMARY:Library Activity: Bookish Beasts
DESCRIPTION:Books\, art\, and animals come together! We will be giving new life to discarded books to create adorable animals using a series of simple folds on book pages.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/library-activity-bookish-beasts/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library
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SUMMARY:Gallery Gathering: Among the Beasts
DESCRIPTION:From beloved household pets to fantastical creatures of legend and myth\, animals have long captured our hearts and our imaginations. During this Gallery Gathering\, we’ll explore the exhibition Among the Beasts\, examining the ways in which different artists have chosen to depict animals in their work.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/gallery-gathering-among-the-beasts/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gallery Gathering
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SUMMARY:Art Detectives: Monkey See\, Monkey Draw by Alex Beard
DESCRIPTION:The animals are taking over the KIA! Join Art Detectives in January as we read a silly story about playful monkeys who love a little friendly competition. Then we’ll go on an animal adventure through Among the Beasts to discover creatures hiding in works of art throughout the galleries. Finally\, we’ll roll up our sleeves and use our fingers and hands to stamp our own wild animal masterpiece. Stick around for Community Day and some more animal fun! \nThis program is made possible by generous support from:\n \n 
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/art-detectives-monkey-see-monkey-draw-by-alex-beard/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Detectives
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SUMMARY:Community Day
DESCRIPTION:Looking for something fun to do on a chilly Saturday? Come spend the day at the KIA! Admission is free\, so bring your family and friends and explore three exciting exhibitions\, including Among the Beasts. See if you can fill your animal-themed BINGO card and win a prize\, and then get creative with an animal-inspired art project. While you’re here\, be sure to stop by the library and browse the shelves for a new favorite book.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/community-day-3/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Library Activity: Bookmark Menagerie
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday night to create folded animal bookmarks! Once you create the basic shape you can decorate your bookmark to make any animal-real or imagined! Get inspiration from Among the Beasts.
URL:https://www.kiarts.org/event/library-activity-bookmark-menagerie/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Institute of Arts\, 314 S Park St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library
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