We are curating a groovy day of tie-dying, earth friendly projects, fun activities, music and food - a celebration of community fun for all ages. Indoor and outdoor!
Spring Fling Morning! Start the day the PAC Center way with these free sample classes and a light breakfast.
9:15 - 10:00 am - For kids ages (4-6) it's “Jump & Jive” a fun and interactive movement class designed specifically for this age group to get them moving, having fun, and exploring the joy of dance! Drop off the kids and join Ann Cole for “Dance Fitness”
9:15 - 10:00 am - For Adults we invite you to try one of our more popular classes; “Dance Fitness” with Ann Cole. Fun music and easy moves gets your body moving and filled with energy for the start of a great day!
10:00 - 11:00 am - Kids ages 7-9 can check out our “Saturday Morning Dance Party!” Explore different dance styles set to age appropriate music. In this class kids will learn basic steps to popular dances, explore choreography and more!
10:15 - 11:00 am - Join Emily Tara Sabalbaro for a Free Community Yoga class; “Gentle Intentional Yoga” Bring a yoga mat and water.
Bagels, breakfast sweets, coffee, tea and mimosas will be provided to anyone participating in our Spring Morning Activities. (mimosas for adults only, of course).
For planning and space considerations REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED for these free activities. Click on the class title in the above description to register. Walk-ins are welcome provided there is room.
Learn & Grow!
10:00 am - 1:00 pm - If you want monarch butterflies to visit your garden this fall and spring, planting milkweed in your landscape is a must! Not only is milkweed a great nectar source for thirsty pollinators, it is also THE ONLY host plant that monarch butterflies lay their eggs upon. Sponsored by Swarthmore United Methodist Church - visit the “Learn and Grow” table for information on these important plants and take one home to plant!
1:00 - 3:30 pm - Natural loofah sponges actually come from the fruits of vine-growing Luffa plants. These plants are part of the gourd family (Cucurbitaceae) making them relatives of watermelons, cucumbers and pumpkins. When a luffa fruit dries out and is peeled, you are left with its fibrous interior, which can be used as a sponge. At the “Learn and Grow” table you can crack open a luffa pod and discover the mysteries inside and take home your own luffa sprout to grow in your garden. (while supplies last)
Make & Create!
10:00 - 2:00 pm - Join the Swarthmore Public Library for an exciting project using pine cones to craft bird feeder at one of the “Make & Create” table on the front lawn.
10:00 - 4:00 pm: Enjoy spring in full bloom with Dionne Butler, The Mindful Craftier! Learn how to make stunning flower crowns and don your colorful creation all day. Suggested donation $10.
11:00 - 1:00 pm - Join girls scout troop (5336) for a fun project creating watercolor butterflies using watercolors and coffee filters at the “Make & Create” table on the front lawn.
1:00 - 3:30 pm - Tie Dye T-shirts! Get your branded PAC Center t-shirt, or bring your own and join us for a colorful activity using both natural dyes and traditional. Suggested donation $10.
11:30 - 3:00 pm - Beloved art teacher Quincy Carpenter Campbell will lead us in an “all ages” community art project. Inspired by the book Rainbow Weaver, we will create woven flowers from repurposed materials; We will use textile scraps, old plastic bags, and bits of yarn on circle looms made from paper plates. Our garden will be installed at the PAC center, reminding us to always be on the lookout for unexpected things we can use to make art. Centennial “Garden” Room!
Featured Events
11:30 - 12:30 pm - "Earth Is Our Friend" Special Music, Art & YogAmi program with Allison DeSalvo. Celebrate "Earth Day" with a combination of songs from Allison's new family music album "It's a Beautiful World", yoga play, stories and a planting project while learning about taking "care of the earth we share." For planning and space considerations REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED for this free activity. Walk-ins are welcome provided there is room.
10:00 am - 3:30 pm - Keep Music Alive Presents “Musical Instrument Petting Zoo” This interactive musical exhibit will include guitars, ukuleles, keyboards and dozens of different types of percussion instruments that children of all ages can pick up and play around with. Volunteer teaching artists will be on hand to help guide the children in what is often described as a “Please Touch Museum” for musical instruments. For more information on the musical instrument petting zoo programs, please visit www.KeepMusicAlive.org
1:00 - 2:30 pm -Join PACC Playgroup for open-ended playtime!
3:00 - 3:30 pm -Have the kiddos dance with Lisa Oster in “Dance Me a Story, Spring Flower.” Explore the story of a garden flower and silly creatures exploring Springtime!
Raffles, Food & Games -
All Day! Aside from all of the wonderful featured events, free art activities and demo classes happening at the PAC Center’s annual Spring Fling on Saturday April 22 you can also enter a raffle ($5 for one ticket $20 for 5) to win a gorgeous planter designed and created by the Swarthmore Horticulture Society or a tray of delicious home-made Italian cookies by “Aunt Noelle”, a 6-Pack Health and Wellness Class Pass, A birthday Party Room rental in the Art room and more!.
Lunch on the Lawn! Pizza by Ptah with his portable pizza oven will be making gluten free pizzas (If you were at our Party On Park in Oct you’ll know how AMAZING his pizzas are.). Carmona Mobile Foods joins the PAC Center to bring cheesesteaks, nachos, sausages, fresh squeezed lemonade, snacks and drinks to the community! And the PAC Center grill will be serving up hot dogs. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the PAC Center.
Save room for something Sweet! The Girls Scouts will host a bake sale and all proceeds will benefit their troop!
Support local granola maker Kim Bernaus in her new business venture! Try her tasty treats, and trust us, you’ll want seconds!
Grab some lunch, play some chess or corn hole and enjoy the groovy vibe of the day!