Arlington County Community Arts

Arlington County Community Arts Arlington Community Arts is a section of the Community Recreation Division of Arlington County Virginia, Department of Parks & Recreation.

Operating as usual

01/02/2021

Looking back at 2020.
Here’s to 2021! it’s going to be something 😂

Check out this free online event! Lots of great STEAM projects to try!
01/01/2021

Check out this free online event! Lots of great STEAM projects to try!

Arlington’s annual Paint, Build, Create event will take place virtually on Sat., Jan. 16! Participants of all ages can experience ten different activity videos focused on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Most activities use recycled or common household items so you can Learn, Grow, and Play in the comfort of your own home. Join us starting at 10 a.m. on 1/16 here on Facebook to get in on the fun. Details: https://bit.ly/2KPenbW

Arlington County Parks and Recreation
12/30/2020
Arlington County Parks and Recreation

Arlington County Parks and Recreation

Don't forget to check out all the community photos from The Art of Snowflakes!

Want to be featured? Just tag your photo on Instagram with #artofsnowflakes. Make sure your profile can share images with the public.

Check them out here: https://arlingtonparks.us/
#arlingtonva

12/29/2020
Arlington County Recreation, Youth & Family Programs

Arlington County Recreation, Youth & Family Programs

Combine a nature walk with arts & crafts this winter break! Learn more about the parts of a tree and how to make winter tree art with Mr. Cliff from Long Branch Nature Center

Arlington County Parks and Recreation
12/29/2020

Arlington County Parks and Recreation

Did you find where Super Squad left their mark and complete the obstacle course challenge? This week they were spotted at Fort Ethan Allen Park, Glebe Road Park, Maury Park, Eads Park, and Gunston Park. Let us know if there is a park, they should visit to make sure you are having SNOW much fun this Winter!

Arlington County Community Arts
12/28/2020

Arlington County Community Arts

we did a thing!!
People are taking advantage of the good weather and stopping by to check it out- -how about you? 😊
Come by Bluemont Junction Trail for the “The Art of Snowflakes” exhibit now through Jan. 25. View three 8-foot snowflake murals installed along mile 8 of the trail for a very Insta-worthy photo op.

Inspired by art and life, the installations invite visitors to take a selfie and share your photos with us with the hashtag #artofsnowflakes and tag @arlparksrec or @arlcommunityarts. Park at the Bluemont Park lot (601 N Manchester St.) and follow the directional signage.

we did a thing!! People are taking advantage of the good weather and stopping by to check it out- -how about you? 😊Come...
12/27/2020

we did a thing!!
People are taking advantage of the good weather and stopping by to check it out- -how about you? 😊
Come by Bluemont Junction Trail for the “The Art of Snowflakes” exhibit now through Jan. 25. View three 8-foot snowflake murals installed along mile 8 of the trail for a very Insta-worthy photo op.

Inspired by art and life, the installations invite visitors to take a selfie and share your photos with us with the hashtag #artofsnowflakes and tag @arlparksrec or @arlcommunityarts. Park at the Bluemont Park lot (601 N Manchester St.) and follow the directional signage.

12/22/2020
Arlington County Recreation, Youth & Family Programs

Arlington County Recreation, Youth & Family Programs

Are you looking for a way to help your children solve problems with their friends or siblings? Check out this video from Ms. Chloe from Arlington County Therapeutic Recreation (and her special friend Benny)!

Purchase a box and create your calendars for 2021!
12/22/2020
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Purchase a box and create your calendars for 2021!

Locations and amenities of Arlington's parks, community centers, nature centers and other facilities. Find and register for classes and programs.

On Fri., Dec. 18, the Super Squad, with the help of their Snowball Squads left 12 obstacle courses at the following park...
12/21/2020

On Fri., Dec. 18, the Super Squad, with the help of their Snowball Squads left 12 obstacle courses at the following parks: Fairlington Community Center, Virginia Highlands, High View, Long Bridge, TJ Community Center, Tyrol Hill, Westover, Lower Bluemont, Barcroft, Lubber Run, Mosaic, Madison Manor. We hope you had SNOW much fun finding them! How many Super Squad Blizzard obstacle courses did you find?

12/18/2020
Arlington County Parks and Recreation

Arlington County Parks and Recreation

The Blizzard is here! Super squad is blanketing Arlington parks with winter themed obstacle courses RIGHT NOW. How many can you find?

DIY Wrapping Paper! Are you out of wrapping paper for all your presents? Check out these cute ideas to create your own...
12/18/2020

DIY Wrapping Paper! Are you out of wrapping paper for all your presents? Check out these cute ideas to create your own!

Make a 3-D Holiday Tree out of paper!
12/11/2020

Make a 3-D Holiday Tree out of paper!

Let's show some spirit! Details below:
12/11/2020

Let's show some spirit! Details below:

Celebrate the holiday season virtually with the DPR Holiday Style Show:

1. Take a picture of your family in your best & brightest holiday gear!
2. Email the pic to [email protected] or message us here on Facebook!
3. Join us on Friday, December 18th for the Holiday Style Show video showcasing everyone's looks!

For more info: https://parks.arlingtonva.us/events/rec-home-holiday-style-show-special-event/?fbclid=IwAR1b2DoYfK9Oba6dpGhBLCZ6NLyjqMKJYBFFJG95LVQmyTxrYA4U13tNH7Y

12/08/2020
Art with Jim: Abstract Ornaments

Ever wonder how artists create abstract art? Create beautifully expressive ornaments this holiday season in the latest Art with Jim!

If you try this project, post a picture of your art in the comments!

Create these fun snowflake decorations using popsicle sticks and glue!
12/04/2020

Create these fun snowflake decorations using popsicle sticks and glue!

12/03/2020
Arlington County Recreation, Youth & Family Programs

Check out this winter bird project! We’ll use Charley Harper as inspiration!

Create an outdoor winter scene using the style of Charley Harper! Ms. Liz will show your children how in this easy to follow tutorial.

If you tried this project, share a picture in the comments!

12/02/2020

Want to make something cool but feel a creative block? Try neurographic art!

11/24/2020
Art with Jim: Silly Sushi Sculptures

Ever wonder what it's like to be a sushi artist? Create Silly Sushi Sculptures with Mr. Jim using simple materials from around the house.

Create some holiday memories with these ornaments! Everything you need in one box!!
11/23/2020

Create some holiday memories with these ornaments! Everything you need in one box!!

Get everything you need to create fun holiday memories in one box! Families Unplugged At Home – Art To Go boxes provide all of the supplies you need to create exciting holiday craft projects in your own home, on your own time.

Register online today for your Holiday Ornament Art To Go box using activity code 730020-S. Cost: $20 per box.

https://bit.ly/3mjIkOC

we are at Bluemont Park with Rec On Wheels making turkey place holders and grateful wreaths. Arlington County Recreatio...
11/21/2020

we are at Bluemont Park with Rec On Wheels making turkey place holders and grateful wreaths. Arlington County Recreation, Youth & Family Programs

Lets create a Gecko Eye Painting! All you will need is some paper, markers and paint!
11/20/2020

Lets create a Gecko Eye Painting! All you will need is some paper, markers and paint!

11/17/2020
Paint a turkey!

Are you looking for a fun and colorful Thanksgiving art project? Well, this is it! Watch the video and paint a turkey.

11/16/2020
Arlington County Community Arts

Fun and educational art lesson for young artists! Check out a new “Art w Mr. Jim”.

Art with Jim: Fall Tree Paintings! Ever wonder what a tree can say about an artist? Create beautiful fall foliage with simple steps and materials. Greet for all ages!

Supplies: Paper, Tape (optional), Pencil, Pastels Crayons or Markers, Paint & Foil, Sponges/Brushes

Beautiful Fall day for glazing outdoors at TJ Community Center!
11/14/2020

Beautiful Fall day for glazing outdoors at TJ Community Center!

a beautiful day to be working outside . we are at TJ for our second outdoor glazing workshop. We love seeing our patrons...
11/14/2020

a beautiful day to be working outside . we are at TJ for our second outdoor glazing workshop. We love seeing our patrons back at work and they are so happy to have this opportunity to finish some of their pieces and see each other again.

Register for an Art to Go box and receive all the supplies you need to create a holiday table runner!
11/13/2020
Families Unplugged At Home - Art To Go Boxes - Parks & Recreation

Register for an Art to Go box and receive all the supplies you need to create a holiday table runner!

Get everything you need to create fun holiday memories in one box! Families Unplugged At Home – Art To Go boxes provide all of the supplies you need to create exciting holiday craft projects in your own home, on your own time. Unplug with your family and create beautiful holiday decorations you ca...

Grab some watercolor paints and lets create BRILLIANT BITRTHSTONES!
11/13/2020

Grab some watercolor paints and lets create BRILLIANT BITRTHSTONES!

11/10/2020

Art with Jim: Fall Tree Paintings! Ever wonder what a tree can say about an artist? Create beautiful fall foliage with simple steps and materials. Greet for all ages!

Supplies: Paper, Tape (optional), Pencil, Pastels Crayons or Markers, Paint & Foil, Sponges/Brushes

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Art with Liz: Holiday Lights
Art with Liz: Holiday Lights

Art with Jim: Abstract Ornaments
Art with Jim: Abstract Ornaments

Art with Liz! Snowflake Paintings
Art with Liz! Snowflake Paintings

Art with Jim: Silly Sushi Sculptures
Art with Jim: Silly Sushi Sculptures

Paint a turkey!
Paint a turkey!

Lets make some Halloween monsters before the big day!
Lets make some Halloween monsters before the big day!

Pumpkin Suncatchers!
Pumpkin Suncatchers!

Spider Prints, Art with Liz
Spider Prints, Art with Liz

Art with Liz: Still Life Paper Flowers
Art with Liz: Still Life Paper Flowers

Continuing our celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we are creating these Mexican Folk Mirrors!
Continuing our celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we are creating these Mexican Folk Mirrors!

Continuing our celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we are creating these Mexican Folk Mirrors!

Art with Liz Paper Molas
Art with Liz Paper Molas

Grab some construction paper and lets create these colorful paper molas in honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month, Sept. 15-Oct. 15!

Have some legos? Stamp a city!
Have some legos? Stamp a city!

Check out this video! Use some black mat board or construction paper, legos, and some paint to create an awesome retro city!

Art with Jim: Invented Dinosaurs
Art with Jim: Invented Dinosaurs

Ever want to create your own Dinosaur? Join Mr. Jim in inventing your own using magazines and your imagination!

Art with Jim: Cezanne's Still Life!
Art with Jim: Cezanne's Still Life!

Ever paint with paper? Join Mr. Jim for this colorful, tissue paper based activity for all-ages. "I will astonish all of Paris with an apple!" -Paul Cezanne

Warning: Wombat Crossing! Ever wonder what the weirdest street sign is? Join Mr. Jim to design your very own silly street sign!

every year at the end of camp, our campers get to spend their hard earned camp dollars at the art camp auction. the items they’re bidding on were some of things that staff made.

Some more unclaimed pieces from Spring Ceramic classes at Lee. These pieces were made at Lee Art Center this past spring in the Get Messy Play with Clay or the Handbuilding for Kids or the Handbuilding for Families classes. This work will be at TJ to be claimed- please have a look and see if you or your child recognizes any of this work and you can go by and collect it. 🙂🌈

Pieces from the spring 2019 get messy play with clay class and the kids hand building class at Lee. If your child recognizes any of these as their work, you can pick up at TJ art studios at TJ community center on S Second St.

Final firing of the work from our spring Handbbuilding for Families and Get Messy Play with Clay classes. Lots of fun was had and joyful memories were made❤️🌈 If you recognize any of these pieces as yours or your child’s- please go to the art studio at TJ and pick them up. You might want to bring a box and or packing materials to make sure everything arrives safely home 🙂!

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Earthfest at Arlington Mill!! We used templates to transfer on corrugated cardboard, then carved the design with incising tools. Tempera paint sponged on and...voila! Instant upcycled masterpiece!