KIDS DRAW FREE PROGRAM
in Kiwanis Park
Started
this past May, and all through the summer (and until it is too cold), the
father and son team of Alex and Ryan Virvo host a lively and unique activity
for kids.
KIDS DRAW FREE program
is a great way for kids to build self-esteem while having fun. Officially
starting at noon (but often as early as 10:30 am) and ending at 4pm, kids from
ages 2-13 come to Kiwanis Park and create their masterpiece. This FREE program
gives each participating child a pre-printed art frame upon which the child
will draw their masterpiece using provided markers, DOTS, and sticker books. 
After
creating their art, kids get to describe (often at length) their art, and then
rewarded in several ways. First, each child receives an "I AM AN
ARTIST" sticker, then; along with their parents, they may take their
masterpiece on tour to local participating restaurants. The tour is designed to
reward the kids with great treats, such as pizza, cookies, ice cream, and other
goodies simply by showing their masterpieces to the participating restaurants,
all of which are within walking distance of Kiwanis Park.
The tour is key, as children get to
experience, that their art earns them a reward, and the looks on their faces
afterwards is telling. They feel, proud, self-confident, and over time, it is
clear that the activity builds their self-esteem, preparing them to become
powerful adults.
The program, currently self-funded by the father and son duo, plan to seek funding partners to help bring KIDS DRAW FREE to more area parks.
The KIDS DRAW FREE event takes place every Saturday, noon to 4pm, and weather permitting inside Kiwanis Park and will continue this outside activity until it is too cold. (Tentatively November)
For additional information kidsdrawfree.com or you may contact Alex Virvo at 203-570-3598, or email alex@greatlocalart.com
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