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November SEED: Capoeira Explorers: Dance, Play, and Discover
Saturday, November 9 at 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
November SEED: Capoeira Explorers: Dance, Play, and Discover
What is CAPOEIRA?
Capoeira is a unique Brazilian art form that combines elements of martial arts, dance, music and acrobatics. .
This workshop focuses on active learning, ensuring an exciting experience for all.
This program is best for kids in K-4. Please sign up each child separately.
At least one adult guardian must stay in the room for this program.
Siblings age 4 and under are welcome.
Registration required.
Location: 1st Floor Community Room
What will we do?
Discover the fascinating history of Capoeira and the stories of the people and places that shaped this dynamic art form.
- Experience the rhythm of Capoeira through its unique music & instruments while learning how it’s played as a fun, engaging game.
- Move, groove, and have fun!
The first 15 families to register (and who show up on the day of the program) will receive a free picture book Capoeira: Game! Dance! Martial Art! Game! Dance! Martial Arts! by George Ancona
More than 30 families will be allowed to register. Library staff will give out the free picture books to those who qualify on the
day of the program.
What is a SEED program?
SEED = Scholars Educational Enrichment Directive
A grant funded series of educational programs for children. The goal of these programs is to provide hand on enrichment opportunities for age groups K-3 in Avon, CT by incorporating cultural holidays, diverse calendar celebrations, multicultural events, art, literature, and STEM activities led by Erin Dawson and Erin Barthel, two Avon residents, educators, and mothers, in partnership with the Avon Library.
This is a series of programs made possible by a generous grant from Avon Greater Together Community Fund and the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving.
