Continuing May 1 to June 26th, 2013
Class
Tai Chi 3 Advanced Wednesday Lunch Class
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cost: $10.00 for museum members/$20.00 for non-museum members for an 8 week session.
If you have been taking classes, now is the time to renew.
Prepare for spring and get energized by relaxing with the gentle movements of this ancient Chinese art.
Continuing May 4 to June 29th, 2013
Class
Tai Chi Saturday Classes
Tai Chi 1 from 11AM to Noon; Tai Chi 2 from 10AM to 11AM; Tai Chi 3 from 9AM to 10AM
Cost: $10.00 for museum members/$20.00 for non-museum members for an 8 week session.
If you have been taking classes, now is the time to renew.
Learn the graceful art and relaxation of Tai Chi.
Continuing from May 16 to July 4th, 2013
Class
Traditional Belly Dancing Class
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Cost: $10.00 for museum members/$20.00 for non-museum members for total 8 week session. If you have been taking classes, now is the time to renew.
Taught by Sonia Flores and her daughter Seneé, this is your opportunity to learn the fundamentals of an ancient art. Wear your sweats since this is not about looking pretty.
Belly dancing is wonderful exercise and gives you whole body movement. The class is open to all ages and children starting at 9 years of age. Mother/daughter teams are welcome!
The class is held in a secluded classroom that is not open to the public.
Saturday, June 1, 2013
Event
Tribal Café Belly Dance Extravaganza 2: Women Empowering Women hosted by Snake Charmer and the Belly Dancer
3:00 to 5:00 PM
FREE
Back by popular demand, here is your chance to celebrate the power of dance and the mystery of the Middle East by coming to this very special program. Enjoy hot coffee,
pastries and good company while experiencing the art of Belly Dancing. Featured will be American Belly Dance Legends by Amaya Productions, Tribal fusion belly dancers, drummers, and Henna painting. All free.
Wednesday, June 5, 2013
Educational Program
Wacky Wednesdays: Storytelling with Mandy the Mule, Alligator Al Paso and Mac the Macaw
11:00 to Noon
FREE
What’s wacky about Wednesday? Nothing except that each month the date will change but the day will stay the same.
This month Al Paso, the museum alligator, will read a “tail” about his girlfriend. Make and take your own alligator puppet.
Saturday, June 22, 2013
Workshop
Neighborhoods and Shared Memories Workshop Series present Women of Segundo Barrio Empowerment Workshop by Lucille Dominguez-Muñoz
2:00 PM
FREE
The women of Segundo Barrio have always been a strong force to reckon with. In this workshop, Lucille Dominguez- Muñoz, who grew up in Segundo Barrio, will focus on the heritage,
culture, and family traits of those women who made their families secure. Intergenerational relationships will be explored.
Saturday, June 29, 2013
Lecture Series
The Missions and Their People Lecture Series present The Socorro Mission: It’s past, present and future by Bernie Sargent, Chairman of the El Paso County Historical Commission
2:00 PM
FREE
As part of an ongoing series in conjunction with the 4th Wall of Giants: The Missions and Their People, Bernie Sargent will give an illustrated talk on the history of the Socorro Mission,
including a discussion of its recent renovation and historical importance to the community.
The El Paso Museum of History (EPMH) presents the 2013 History Summer Day camps that will include adventurous outdoor activities, arts & crafts workshops,
museum games, and more. All camps are from 9:00am - 12:00pm. Cost per camp is $55 for museum members and $70 for non-members. Space is limited and early
registration is recommended. For registration information, contact Sue Taylor at 351-3588 or taylors@elpasotexas.gov.
Summer Camp 2013 Information
2013 History Camp Registration Packet
Night in a Real Museum Camp I
Tuesday – Friday
June 11 - 14
Sleepover begins Friday at 6:00pm to 8:00am
Ages 9 - 13
Enjoy a sleepover at the museum with fun, games, and pizza at night. Take a flashlight tour through the museum galleries and meet the museum’s friendly ghosts. Make and marbleize paper, work with leather, create historic characters, and much more!
Cowboy Camp
Tuesday – Friday
July 23 - 26
Ages 7 - 9
Cowboy Camp is an opportunity for all little cowboys and cowgirls to enjoy their summer break at the museum. Learn how to make western arts and crafts, enjoy rodeo activities, and discover your inner cowboy!
Pirates on the Rio Grande
Tuesday - Friday
August 6 - 9
Ages 9 - 13
Have a real “AARGH” time at this pirate adventure! Make play swords, pirate flags, elect the captain of your crew, learn about treasure coins, and enjoy food of the islands!
Night in the Museum II
Tuesday - Friday
August 20 - 23
Sleepover begins at 6:00pm to 8:00am
Ages 9 - 13
Enjoy a sleepover at the museum with fun, games, and pizza at night. Take a flashlight tour through the museums galleries and meet the museum’s friendly ghosts. Make and marbleize paper, work with leather, create historic characters, and much more!
Satrudays, July 7 - August 17, 2013
Class
“El Paso” Ai-Hwa Chinese School
1:00 - 4:30 pm
Chinese Entry Level, Level I Classes - 5 yrs old and above
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“El Paso” Ai-Hwa Chinese School is a nonprofit organization and donations can be tax deductible.
Curriculum & learning environment: focuses on phonetics and listening, speak, read, and write in traditional Chinese characters and cultural activities. Highly motivated students who are eager to learn, supportive parents who are willing to participate, and devoted teachers who are working diligently to deliver their best instructions are the major characteristics of our school. If you are interested in participating and/or providing resources for helping our teaching and cultural activities, you are welcome to join us in this endeavor.
Contact Sue Taylor for registration information at 351-3588 or taylors@elpasotexas.gov. Register today!
Information for Lectures, Education Programs Camp, Workshops and Classes:Sue Taylor, 351-3588 or
taylorsl@elpasotexas.gov
