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MAM Conversations presented by the Babson Lecture Series

The next MAM Conversations is tonight, Thursday, July 16, at 6 p.m. We will talk with Alexis Rockman about his recent watercolors and how his monumental painting “Pond Life” has inspired new work. “Pond Life” will be on view when the museum reopens as part of the permanent collection exhibition Uncaged: Animals in the Collection.

Closed captioning is provided for the MAM Conversations series.

Join the Conversation with Alexis Rockman Tonight!

Upcoming Artists:

• July 23 – Joyce Scott
• July 30 – Vik Muniz
• August 6 – Duane Michals
• August 13 – Scholastic National Winners from the Northern New Jersey Region
• August 20 – Vanessa German
• August 27 – Cara Romero

SummerART Online Camps & Classes MAM’s Award-winning SummerART camp for kids, and classes for teens and adults is back and registration is now open! The high-quality, engaging, personal experiences you know and love at MAM is taking place ONLINE and every student will receive a Creativity Kit with supplies.

Register Now

MAM Cyber Studio: Earth to Self Create a quirky self portrait from natural materials with MAM art educator Catherine Pezo, inspired by FOR by Martin Johnson. Nan Ring, Letetia with a Pearl Earring 2, 2019, Oil on panel, Unframed JAM at MAM We’ve added 33 new artists and 96 works to JAM at MAM: Jersey Artist Marketplace. Access a broad range of works by New Jersey artists.Your artwork purchase will provide critical support to our community: 50% directly to the artist; 10% to partner agencies that serve human needs; 40% to Montclair Art Museum.  Explore & Purchase Artwork

From MOCA: Double the Family Fun with a Fortune Cookie Storytime & Store Sign Designs!

SIGN UP FOR MOCAKIDS STORYTIME! Who’s ever eaten a fortune cookie? Read some books about those famous fortunes and other stories of luck before folding a fake cookie of your own. WHEN: Thursday, July 9, from 4:00 - 4:30 P.M. EDT WHERE: via Zoom ADMISSION: MOCAKIDS Storytime is free to the public. To join, simply register here! Please note that this workshop will be recorded via Zoom. CLICK TO REGISTER! MOCAKIDS Storytime is a lively, bilingual 30-minute combination of fun activities and language exploration designed to enhance your young child’s word skills and vocabulary. Best for ages 3-6, younger & older siblings welcome. Every 2nd & 4th Thursday from 4:00 - 4:30pm via Zoom. 欢迎参与华人博物馆讲故事时间活动。这是一个为时三十分钟的现场互动活动。届时，您的孩子将有机会参与一系列互动游戏，探索并提高儿童的词汇量及语言能力，为日后流利的中文阅读能力打下坚实的基础。本活动针对3-6岁的儿童设计，同时也欢迎各个年龄段的幼儿及以上儿童参与。每月的第二和第四个星期四。下午 4 点 00 分 至 4 点 30 分。 Chinatown is full of small and family run businesses like restaurants, shops, and fruit markets. For this week’s MOCACREATE at Home, learn about some of the businesses that are essential to New York’s Chinatown, create your own store sign to honor these businesses, and find out ways to support small businesses in your own community! We’d love for you to share your finished projects with us by tagging us @MOCANYC, using the hashtags #MOCACREATE and #MOCACREATEatHome on social media, DMing us, or emailing images to education@mocanyc.org. CLICK TO CREATE! MORE WAYS TO LISTEN AND SUPPORT  FOR YOUR FAMILY The Diverse BookFinder is a comprehensive collection of children's picture books featuring Black and Indigenous people and People of Color (BIPOC). The Diverse BookFinder has cataloged and analyzed trade picture books fitting this criteria, published since 2002. CLICK TO LEARN MORE! Colorín Colorado is the premier national website serving educators and families of English language learners (ELLs) in Grades PreK-12. Colorín Colorado has been providing free research-based information, activities, and advice to parents, schools, and communities around the country for more than a decade. Colorín Colorado's webpage, Talking About Racism and Violence with Students: Resources for Educators, provides resources that can help promote deeper understanding around the issues of racism and violence. They also can contribute to discussion of these topics with colleagues and students during this difficult time, even at a distance. CLICK TO LEARN MORE! FROM OUR FRIENDS Access Chinese eBooks and audiobooks on a variety of topics including health, English learning, art, literature and children’s materials. Titles can be read or played on PCs, laptops, or mobile devices. Download the free app! DOWNLOAD FOR FREE!

Virtual MAM—the latest #MuseumFromHome content for you to enjoy!

While the Museum is closed, we’ll be sharing virtual content highlights each week. We hope they inspire you and keep us connected while we're apart.

From an exciting new series to SummerART camps & classes registration, here is the latest #MuseumFromHome for you to enjoy!

MAM Conversations

Grab a drink and join us for an evening of conversation!

MAM Conversations presented by the Babson Lecture Series will give you the unique opportunity to virtually engage with diverse contemporary artists, see their studio spaces, and learn more about their work all from the comfort of your home.

MAM Conversations presented by the Babson Lecture Series will take place on Thursdays from June 11 through August 28 at 6 p.m. via Zoom Webinars.

Confirmed speakers and schedule:

• June 11 - Federico Uribe
• June 18 - Philemona Williamson
• June 25 - Tom Nussbaum
• July 2 - Virgil Ortiz and Tish Agoyo
• July 9 - Willie Cole
• July 16–August 28 - Watch for additional artists!

Learn More and Register!

SummerART Online Camps & Classes MAM’s Award-winning SummerART camp for kids, and classes for teens and adults is back beginning on June 29 and registration is now open! The high-quality, engaging, personal experiences you know and love at MAM will now take place online. Kids Have Fun! Camps for ages 6-12 in the mornings and afternoons include Mythological Creatures, Adventures in Time Travel, Digital Media, Fashion Illustration, and Painting Studio. Build Your Skills! Classes for young teens ages 12-15 include Oil & Acrylic Painting, Drawing, Fine Arts Intensive, and Graphic Design. Treat Yourself! Adult classes in a range of media are perfect if you want to try something new or expand your existing skills. Classes include drawing, painting, pastels, ceramics, interior design, portraiture, and digital media

This summer, we are thrilled to offer a special 20% members-only savings on all camps and classes. Click here to become a member today and then register via the button below: Register Today! Cyber Studio: Katsina Dolls Learn and create with us as art educator Aggie Wszolkowska shows us how to create katsina dolls at home. These are inspired by the Hopi katsina dolls in Montclair Art Museum's Native American Collection. More Virtual MAM Enjoy videos, spotlights, activities, and audio guides! EXPLORE ONLINE ➞ Giving Back to Our First Responders Last weekend, MAM partnered with Glen Ridge Congregational Church to create care packages for doctors, nurses, and other first responders at Hackensack Meridian Health Mountainside Hospital. GRCC has been sending care packages of energy drinks and power bars to help the hardworking hospital staff keep up their energy. MAM wanted to make those packages a little sweeter by adding jigsaw puzzles and Family Memberships. "We have the most generous trustees and they are always on the lookout for ways support our mission, especially in this difficult time," says Beth Hart, Director of Development at MAM (above, left). "Two of our trustees—Susan Brady Abadan and LisaMarie Dias—funded the production of jigsaw puzzles inspired by our Federico Uribe: Animalia exhibition. Sam Joseph, another trustee, then purchased 100 of those puzzles to add to the care packages. And Development threw in 100 Family Memberships!" Beth adds, "This is our way of saying thank you to those who are putting themselves at risk every day for the greater good of our community."

Here's Your Online Culture Fix from State Theatre NJ

Welcome to your next edition of State Theatre’s Online Culture Fix with new arts and cultural activities to keep you and your family entertained while at home.

We will continue to add videos, activities, and more each week to our Culture Fix page so please check back often

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STREAMING ONLINE

Every Tuesday at 5pm from May 19-June 16, renowned soprano Renée Fleming hosts Music and Mind Live with Renée Fleming. The online series will feature the acclaimed singer and National Medal of Arts honoree in conversation with scientists and practitioners working at the intersection of music, neuroscience, and healthcare. Experts in these fields will share their findings, and episodes will include live Q&A from viewers. Watch Music and Mind Live each week on the State Theatre's Facebook page. WHEN: Tue, May 19 at 5pm – "Music, Loneliness, and Isolation" Vivek H. Murthy, MD (former US Surgeon General, author) Next Week's Episode: Tue, May 26 at 5pm – "Community of Voices, Sound and Music Perception, and a Resource for the Future" Julene Johnson, PhD and Charles Limb, MD (University of California San Francisco) Sunil Iyengar (National Endowment for the Arts) Menopause The Musical is now streaming online! ⁠10% percent of all sales will be donated to The Actors Fund, which provides financial support to performing arts professionals. Purchasing a ticket gives you access to view one time within two weeks of your purchase date. ORDER NOW » WATCH Every week guitarist/singer/songwiter Jimmy Vivino from The Fab Faux has been performing live on his Instagram account. Covering everything from The Beatles and The Kinks, to Creedence Clearwater Revival and Jimmy Hendrix.  WATCH NOW » NEW ZOOM BACKGROUNDS! We got such a great response with our zoom backgrounds, we decided to put together some new ones! We have taken some of our favorite celebrity backstage moments and made it so YOU can be a part of them! DOWNLOAD NOW » CRAFTS Make these hand-painted farm animal planters from recycled soda and water bottles! LEARN HOW » CELEBRITY BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS This is the extraordinary story of rock star Meat Loaf. After running away from home at age 17, to starring in one of the biggest film musicals ever, to recording the third best-selling album of all time, this is truly a classic rock autobiography. ORDER ON AMAZON » Ordering on Amazon? Amazon will donate a small portion of your shopping amount to State Theatre New Jersey through their Amazon Smile program! Use this link to sign into your Amazon account » You shop. Amazon Donates to State Theatre! There’s no cost to you and your shopping will help support our programs and mission!

STATE THEATRE NJ’S CULTURE FIX

Welcome to your next edition of State Theatre’s Online Culture Fix with new arts and cultural activities to keep you and your family entertained while at home. We will continue to add videos, activities, Spotify playlists, and more each week to our Culture Fix page so please check back often.

Milk & Cookies performer Joanie Leeds sings two songs that you and your family are sure to love, including her new song "All the Ladies."  WATCH NOW »

Everyone could use a little morning pick me up, so we created our Morning Coffee playlist on Spotify. This eclectic mix features some past State Theatre artists like Hall & Oates, America, Chris Cornell, and Sara Evans. FOLLOW AND LISTEN NOW »

CRAFTS: Looking for something easy to do with the kids? Check out these yarn-wrapped cardboard letters! Super-duper easy and fun! LEARN HOW »

EARTH DAY AT HOME

In celebration of the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, Rutgers Cooperative Extension hosts the weekly webinar series Earth Day at Home every Monday at 6:30pm for live, interactive sessions including Creating Wildlife Habitat in Your Yard and Home Vegetable Gardening for Food, Fun, and Stress Management. LEARN MORE »

BROADWAY SINGING CONTEST

We hope you love show tunes as much as we do, and now’s your chance to show off your talent and singing prowess! Sing a Broadway song and enter to win two Golden Tickets to all five main Broadway Series shows in the soon-to-be-announced 2020-21 Broadway Series! LEARN MORE »

Let's Stay In! 50 Crafts & Recipes We're Loving Right Now

Hello, Readers,

We hope this email finds you healthy and safely at home.

In a time where there is so much uncertainty around us, our goals remain the same—to provide you with five minutes of fun, delivered straight to your inbox each day. We will continue to bring you easy craft ideas, tasty recipes, and more to help make these days at home a little bit more bearable—and dare we say—enjoyable.

Now is the perfect time to learn a new hobby, re-learn a forgotten skill, craft through your yarn or fabric stash, finish up that WIP, or have some fun in the kitchen. Below we have shared some things to keep you inspired during these next few weeks.

Be well, and stay safe!
Jenny, Rachel, and the Prime Publishing Family

Social Distancing is Better With Yarn!

The Crochet "Happyghan" :) 50 Easy Beginner Knitting Patterns Crochet Flower Ball Puzzle - try something new! 22 Best Scrap Yarn Crochet Patterns 20+ Basic Crochet Stitches 30+ Crochet Border Patterns You'll Love 17 Stashbuster Knitting Patterns - put that extra yarn to good use! 15 Relaxing Crochet Patterns Grandma's Sunshine Knit Scarf - enjoy some sun! 14 Crochet Patterns for Games, Puzzles & More

Kids' Boredom Busters!

54 Kids Activities With Household Items The Best Printable Crafts for Kids... EVER! 48 Rainy Day Crafts and Games Super Fun Recycled Crafts for Kids - dump out the recycling bin! Tissue Box Easter Bunnies 56 Creative Lesson Ideas & Educational Crafts "Around the House" Scavenger Hunt - printable! Recycled Egg Carton Bunnies and Chicks 40+ Sunday School Crafts to Try at Home Science and Space Crafts for Kids

Crafts & Recipes For When You're Stuck Inside

42 Crafts to Do When You're Bored Recycled DIY Easter Baskets 25 Low-Cost Hobbies You Never Thought To Try! - learn something new! 43 Printable Coloring Pages for Adults How to Make Plastic Spoon Roses Crafty Uses for Toilet Paper Rolls -who knew?! 44 Easy Craft Projects for Adults Surprising & Simple Crafts With Household Items 38 "Sick Day" Activities 9 Free Printable Coloring Books Our 16 Best Cheap & Easy Meals 24 Comfort Food Recipes for Stressful Days 20+ Copycat Starbucks Drink Recipes - we have you covered! Easy Dinner Recipes for Two 24 Classic Great Depression Recipes Freezer-Friendly Casserole Recipes - no-stress dinners! How to Improve Canned Beans How to Freeze Eggs 28 Simple Healthy Side Dishes - diabetic friendly 11 Mood-Boosting Recipes

There is something for everyone during the upcoming weeks at Rutherfurd Hall!

WHERE: Rutherfurd Hall, 1686 Route 517, Allamuchy

September 19, 2019 7:00-9:30: Adult Paint Night Bring a Bottle of Wine and Paint a unique Fall masterpiece. All supplies, snack and professional instruction included. $25

September 23, 2019: Meditation with Optional Yoga

Join us  for Meditation from 6:30-7:30 pm. Invite Peace and Wellness to your life as you begin or continue your Meditation Practice with Jean Marie of Fostering the Journey. IN ADDITION, join us for one half-hour of optional gentle Yoga at 5:50  -Please bring a mat for Yoga. Yoga $7 Meditation $15

September 25, 2019 at 6:30: Dinner and Lecture at Panther Valley Golf and Country Club.

Joan Salvas, Rutherfurd Hall Historian will deliver a lecture titled: The Rutherfurds of Allamuchy. soldier, statesman, scientist, philanthropist.... The Rutherfurds of Allamuchy have made notable contributions to Warren County, New Jersey, and the nation. Join us as we follow the Rutherfurds highlighting six generations of remarkable accomplishments.

You do not have to be a member of PVG&CC to attend. $45 includes buffet dinner, dessert and coffee and lecture. Cash Bar Available.  RSVP to PVG&CC by September 20th. (908) 850-0800.

September 28, 2019 11:00 am-4:00 pm: Allamuchy Crafters and Artisan Fair!

Join us for a one-of-a-kind shopping experience. Local artists and crafters will be selling their work to the public at historic Rutherfurd Hall!

October 2, 2019 11:00 am-12:30 pm: Rutherfurd Hall's Bus Tour of Historical Allamuchy

Visit the sites located within Allamuchy that are tied to Rutherfurd Hall. Take a ride while listening to the tour guide go back in history to the time when the Rutherfurd family stayed in Allamuchy for summer vacations. $15 museum hours will be from 1-4 pm. If you would like to stay around for an afternoon tour of the Mansion $5

October 2, 2019 at 7:00 pm: Free Centenary University Lecture with Speaker: Christine Floether, PhD, Associate Professor Psychology.

Her Topic is "The Scary Psychology of Stephen King." Dr Floether will talk about Stephen King's life and explore some connection to his books and his writing, including the psychology behind his books. FREE LECTURE generously Sponsored by the House of the Good Shepherd.

October 9, 2019 4:00 and 7:00 pm: Free Lecture: The Rutherfurd Hall Collections II. 

Every artifact tells a story. Join us as we allow the artifacts from our Rutherfurd Hall Collection to tell their stories about the house, its family, Allamuchy, New Jersey and beyond. With Speaker Joan Salvas, Rutherfurd Hall Historian. FREE event thanks to the support of the Allamuchy Historical Society (no reservations required)Lecture will be the same for both sessions.

Calendar Raffle Tickets are now for Sale!!

A Calendar Raffle is a raffle that gives ticket purchasers 91 chances to win cash prizes ranging from $50 to $200. There will be a winner every day from January 1 until March 31, 2019. All winning tickets will be resubmitted for future chances to win. $25 per ticket. 

Call (908)852-1894 ext 338 to purchase.

For more information, or to register for any event, Click here or call (908)852-1894 ext 338.

Spark Creativity at Leonia Arts Weekend With the Live Dragon—Call to Leonia Artists, Artisans and Crafters to Display Work

WHEN: October 5 and 6
WHERE: Davidson Hall at All Saints Episcopal Church, located at 150 Park Avenue, Leonia (art show); The American Legion (Sgt. Clendenon S. Newell Post #1), located at 399 Broad Avenue (Artisan & Crafts fair)
ADMISSION: free

Be inspired, spark your creativity, sample food, and watch the Dragon come to life at Leonia Arts Weekend. Leonia Arts, a community arts organization, and the Leonia Sculpture Garden, both based in Leonia, New Jersey, present the special two-day celebration of the arts in the borough. The public is invited to attend and view the community's range of artistic talent.

Awaken the Dragon       

The arts celebration begins Saturday, October 5, from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. with an art exhibit spotlighting Leonia artists' work in Davidson Hall at All Saints Episcopal Church, located at 150 Park Avenue. Refreshments will be served.

A special feature is the Dragon, a community art project brought to life by the borough's residents. Children created each scale on the Dragon at the Leonia Public Library and at other scale decorating workshops. Prior to the Leonia Arts Weekend, high school student volunteers will attach the scales onto the anthropomorphic reptile. With a touch of magic, attendees will see the Dragon come to life during the festivities. Young artists will also be invited to draw a dragon and add their creations to the art wall.
 

Artisan and Crafts Fair

The celebration continues on Sunday, October 6, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at The American Legion (Sgt. Clendenon S. Newell Post #1), located at 399 Broad Avenue in the borough. An artisan and crafts fair presents local makers' handmade creations available for purchase. 

The Sculpture for Leonia's annual Taste of Leonia returns from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. in the adjacent Sculpture Garden. Funds raised in the tasting extravaganza of fine fare from area restaurants and businesses support the nonprofit organization's mission to enhance the historically rich art and cultural environment of Leonia through the display of outdoor sculpture in the garden and throughout the community. The Dragon, a guest star, makes a special appearance.  A photographer from The Zoene Studio will capture images of visitors with the Dragon.

Call to Artists, Artisans and Crafters

Leonia artists are invited to display and exhibit their work at the Leonia Arts Weekend celebration. Artists with two-dimensional work may show their work for free in the Art Exhibit on October 5 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Davidson Hall in All Saints Church. Display space is limited. A submission form must be completed to secure a space in the exhibit. Leonia Arts, at its discretion, reserves the right not to exhibit a piece of artwork. Complete details about artwork requirements, artists' responsibilities, and the online application form are available HERE. The deadline to apply is Monday, September 30.

Artisans and crafters from Leonia may purchase a booth at the Artisan and Crafts Fair on Sunday, October 6, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at The American Legion. A registration form must be completed and a $20 registration fee submitted. Space is limited. For complete vendor information and the online registration form, CLICK HERE.          

About Leonia Arts
Founded in 2005, Leonia Arts, a non-profit community based organization, supports Leonia's artists and arts organizations by promoting events, encouraging collaborations, and connecting with art enthusiasts. The organization sponsors several events and activities, including a community wide art project, the Leonia Arts Fair featuring local artists, and the Suzanne Pancrazi Memorial Scholarship for artistic achievement awarded to a graduating senior at Leonia High School.

For more information about the Leonia Arts Weekend, the call for artists, and Leonia Arts' work in the community, contact info@leoniaarts.org. Visit www.leoniaarts.org for additional information about the organization, to join Leonia Arts, or to view a calendar of upcoming arts events, a directory of artists, and other details.

The Arts Council of Princeton and Princeton Shopping Center present “An Evening with Bollywood”

An Evening with Bollywood
Dance performances, folk arts and crafts, and more

WHEN: Saturday, September 21, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m
WHERE: Princeton Shopping Center, 301 North Harrison Street, Princeton
ADMISSION: free

The Arts Council of Princeton and Princeton Shopping Center present An Evening With Bollywood, a free, family-friendly event celebrating Bollywood culture. In previous years, this event has attracted over a thousand people from local and surrounding communities.

From 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., enjoy folk arts and crafts, vendors, Mehndi henna tattoos, and more. Princeton Integral Yoga Community Center will lead free yoga drop-ins - bring your yoga mat! At 5:30, Uma Kapoor’s NachNation Dance Group will take the stage.

From 7 p.m. to 8 p.m., join us for a Bollywood Dance Party in the courtyard to the tunes of DJ Atresh. 

“An Evening with Bollywood is an opportunity for everyone to enjoy the sights and sounds of Bollywood,'' says event coordinator and choreographer Uma Kapoor, “Create crafts, shop a bit, and take in a NachNation dance show. All are welcome, so come and just have fun!"

Free, ample parking is available at the Shopping Center. For more information, please visit artscouncilofprinceton.org or call 609.924.8777.

The Arts Council of Princeton, founded in 1967, fulfills its mission of Building Community through the Arts by presenting a wide range of programs including community arts outreach, exhibitions, performances, free community cultural events, and studio-based classes and workshops in a wide range of media. Housed in the landmark Paul Robeson Center for the Arts, Arts Council of Princeton programs are designed to be high-quality, engaging, affordable and accessible for the diverse population of the greater Princeton region. Visit artscouncilofprinceton.org for more information.

For more than 60 years, Princeton Shopping Center has been a true community gathering place. Its unique design boasts 40 local and national retailers, and a two-acre landscaped courtyard that is warmly referred to by community members as “the living room of Princeton.” Anchored by local and family owned McCaffrey’s Market, the center not only serves as a staple for goods, but is jointly used as a neighborhood events space. Partnering with local organizations, the center remains a vibrant meeting place for residents and visitors throughout the year.

NEW KIDS’ CRAFTING SHOW SEEKS CHILDREN 9-15 WHO LOVE ALL THINGS ARTS & CRAFTS

A new kids’ Crafting television series is currently casting children ages 9-15 who love all things arts and crafts!

Contestants will be selected to appear on the show to participate in a series of fun crafting challenges for the chance to win an amazing prize!

For a chance to audition for the show, parents can fill out an application here:

https://untitledkidscraftingseries.castingcrane.com/

If you'd like to nominate a little crafter, please feel free to contact me directly at matt.rosansky.casting@gmail.com or give me a call at (424) 210-5715

It’s Summer Time in Morris County: Enjoy These Happenings

TINY TOT TUESDAYS

August 7 - August 20

Explore the sandy beach and refreshing water of Sunrise Lake with your toddler on select Tuesday mornings in July and August, enjoying exclusive access before the lake opens to the public. This special program is designed for children ages 4 and under. Learn more here.

INDUSTRIAL CRAFTS DAY

August 24

Discover early industrial crafts with exciting hands-on activities and demonstrations by several craftsmen. Create your own craft to take home. I want to know more.

LITTLE FARM FRIENDS: THIS LITTLE PIGGY

August 24

Help a farmer round up the pigs for weighing before making an oink-tastic craft! To learn more, click here.

SUNRISE LAKE BEACH CLUB

Spend the day at the beach! Sunrise Lake Beach Club offers swimming, boating, fishing, and more. Run, jump, climb, and splash across the Wibit, an inflatable obstacle course, or slide down the Zoom Floom. Play volleyball on the beach, or build castles in the sand, it’s all conveniently located in Morris Township. Learn more here.

HORSEBACK RIDING AT SEATON HACKNEY STABLES

Whether you’re interested in learning how to ride or want to hop back in the saddle, Seaton Hackney Stables provides opportunities to become involved with the elegance and joy of equestrian sports and activities. Enjoy a relaxing trail ride, sign up for riding lessons, or book your child’s next birthday party. I want to learn more.