Garba refers to both a style of Indian folk dance as well as the event at which the dance is performed. Learn this dance in this virtual workshop.

Gather the family and dig through your recycling bin, then join artist Dawn Livera on Zoom to re-purpose your recycled materials and create a pop-up family portrait! The workshop is free, a supply list is provided; pre-registration is required. All ages and abilities are welcome. Please call 604-664-1636 ext. 0 to register.

World Class Obstacle Course Racing event for children age 4-14. Three race distances- half mile, one mile, and two mile. Two mile offers Competitive Racing for children age 10-14. Each registration includes two free spectator passes and professional photos.

Smithsonian magazine has designated Saturday, September 18 as the 17th annual Museum Day, an initiative in which participating museums, zoos, and cultural centers across the United States open their doors for FREE to those who download a branded ticket. Museum Day 2021 celebrates the reopening of museums after long closures due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and to ensure the safest possible experience for all guests, this year’s event will have extra precautions in place (such as timed entry) so guests can safely and comfortably enjoy their experience. To find a participating museum in your area, head to the official Museum Day website at https://www.smithsonianmag.com/museumday/museum-day-2021/.

What can you make with your trash? Find out as we explore artists who recycle and reuse stuff that we just throw away. We’ll also discuss how we can help the planet as we create!

Start the count down! We’re blasting off into space to learn about the moon, space travel, and the planets in this out of this world workshop series. The Smithsonian Early Enrichment Center is offering virtual Family Workshops for Fall 2021 and Winter 2022. Our workshops combine the wonders of the Smithsonian online collection, best practices of early childhood, and personal connections to foster children’s love of learning. We are excited to connect with you all!