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Event Series Ardith Goodwin: The Predictably Unpredictable Tales From the Land of Ardithian

Ardith Goodwin: The Predictably Unpredictable Tales From the Land of Ardithian

George A. Spiva Center for the Arts

Ardith Goodwin’s much-anticipated book, Penwonderative, is the first in her “Predictably Unpredictable” series, set in the fantastical Land of Ardithian. This children’s fantasy tale is a vibrant fusion of imaginative storytelling and intricate world-building, filled with hope and wonder. After 15 years of bringing the Fantastical Characters of Ardithian to life through her art, Ardith ...

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Event Series Third Grade Collaborative Project

Third Grade Collaborative Project

George A. Spiva Center for the Arts

Sponsored by General Mills. For over 17 years, The Third Grade Collaboration has been a staple in Spiva’s winter programming. Yearly, Spiva’s classrooms and galleries have welcomed over 1,700 area third graders for a day of art education revolving around our featured main exhibit. This year, students from seven different school districts and over 20 ...

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Event Series Emerging Expressions: High School Showcase

Emerging Expressions: High School Showcase

George A. Spiva Center for the Arts

Sponsored by HongHong and Kathy Chen. The Kiwanis Club of Joplin and Spiva Center for the Arts proudly present Emerging Expressions: A High School Showcase, an art exhibit featuring the talents of students from seven area high schools. This showcase is a celebration of the budding creativity and perspectives of young artists in the Joplin ...

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Free
Event Series Ardith Goodwin: The Predictably Unpredictable Tales From the Land of Ardithian

Ardith Goodwin: The Predictably Unpredictable Tales From the Land of Ardithian

George A. Spiva Center for the Arts

Ardith Goodwin’s much-anticipated book, Penwonderative, is the first in her “Predictably Unpredictable” series, set in the fantastical Land of Ardithian. This children’s fantasy tale is a vibrant fusion of imaginative storytelling and intricate world-building, filled with hope and wonder. After 15 years of bringing the Fantastical Characters of Ardithian to life through her art, Ardith ...

Read more

Free
Event Series Third Grade Collaborative Project

Third Grade Collaborative Project

George A. Spiva Center for the Arts

Sponsored by General Mills. For over 17 years, The Third Grade Collaboration has been a staple in Spiva’s winter programming. Yearly, Spiva’s classrooms and galleries have welcomed over 1,700 area third graders for a day of art education revolving around our featured main exhibit. This year, students from seven different school districts and over 20 ...

Read more

Free
Event Series Emerging Expressions: High School Showcase

Emerging Expressions: High School Showcase

George A. Spiva Center for the Arts

Sponsored by HongHong and Kathy Chen. The Kiwanis Club of Joplin and Spiva Center for the Arts proudly present Emerging Expressions: A High School Showcase, an art exhibit featuring the talents of students from seven area high schools. This showcase is a celebration of the budding creativity and perspectives of young artists in the Joplin ...

Read more

Free
Event Series Ardith Goodwin: The Predictably Unpredictable Tales From the Land of Ardithian

Ardith Goodwin: The Predictably Unpredictable Tales From the Land of Ardithian

George A. Spiva Center for the Arts

Ardith Goodwin’s much-anticipated book, Penwonderative, is the first in her “Predictably Unpredictable” series, set in the fantastical Land of Ardithian. This children’s fantasy tale is a vibrant fusion of imaginative storytelling and intricate world-building, filled with hope and wonder. After 15 years of bringing the Fantastical Characters of Ardithian to life through her art, Ardith ...

Read more

Free
Event Series Third Grade Collaborative Project

Third Grade Collaborative Project

George A. Spiva Center for the Arts

Sponsored by General Mills. For over 17 years, The Third Grade Collaboration has been a staple in Spiva’s winter programming. Yearly, Spiva’s classrooms and galleries have welcomed over 1,700 area third graders for a day of art education revolving around our featured main exhibit. This year, students from seven different school districts and over 20 ...

Read more

Free
Event Series Emerging Expressions: High School Showcase

Emerging Expressions: High School Showcase

George A. Spiva Center for the Arts

Sponsored by HongHong and Kathy Chen. The Kiwanis Club of Joplin and Spiva Center for the Arts proudly present Emerging Expressions: A High School Showcase, an art exhibit featuring the talents of students from seven area high schools. This showcase is a celebration of the budding creativity and perspectives of young artists in the Joplin ...

Read more

Free
Event Series Ardith Goodwin: The Predictably Unpredictable Tales From the Land of Ardithian

Ardith Goodwin: The Predictably Unpredictable Tales From the Land of Ardithian

George A. Spiva Center for the Arts

Ardith Goodwin’s much-anticipated book, Penwonderative, is the first in her “Predictably Unpredictable” series, set in the fantastical Land of Ardithian. This children’s fantasy tale is a vibrant fusion of imaginative storytelling and intricate world-building, filled with hope and wonder. After 15 years of bringing the Fantastical Characters of Ardithian to life through her art, Ardith ...

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