The goal of Experience the Arts is to offer access to artistic, educational and engaging programs and opportunities for the community.

ENCORE PERFORMANCES
Select premier artists present an Encore Performance for local youth, offering an interactive and educational opportunity, allowing for audience participation and youth engagement in the arts.

August 26, 2009 -  One dozen local youths participated in an interactive workshop lead by Widespread Panic drummer Domingo "Sunny" Ortiz. Participants included several young members of the Project DREAM Tank who have formed their own "tub" style band. This hands-on workshop included discussion and demonstrations with an educational focus on drumming and percussion techniques.

"YOUTH AT" PROGRAMS
Regional young adults are invited to visit Bethel Woods during a culturally oriented show and participate in pre-show activities such as performances, lectures and demonstrations with premier artists. In addition, music students are permitted to showcase their talents.

August 22, 2009 - Forty middle school students from the Goshen Youth Jazz band participated in Youth at Pops, their third consecutive year of participating in the "Youth at" series. This year students were invited to participate in an interactive "Conductor's Talk" with Maestro Keith Lockhart of the Boston Pops, prior to the main stage performance. Maestro Lockhart discussed his experiences with the Pops and relayed encouraging messages for these young musicians. The students then had the opportunity to perform for concert guests as they entered the venue and were invited to attend the Boston Pops evening performance.

Family Days provide families with a way to interact and engage with the resources at Bethel Woods. Based on the museum's permanent and special exhibits, family days include music, family-friendly activities, and provide opportunities for families to interact with each other in an educational and engaging environment.

July 25, 2009 - Over 200 visitors attended the Give Peace a Chance Family Day at The Museum at Bethel Woods, the museum's first such event. Children from toddlers to teens participated in a variety of events, including art activities, Frisbee playing, yoga for children, a scavenger hunt and more! A John Lennon impersonator strolled around the grounds and joined the day's band for a sing-along version of "Give Peace a Chance."

Information on the 2010 Family Day is coming this spring.

The Heritage series brings cultural performing arts into the museum. The series explores and pays tribute to different cultures and traditions through music, dance and other cultural and performing arts in order to promote an appreciation and respect for all cultures.

November 1, 2009 - This free performance featured the works of Cuban poet Eliseo Diego, presented in the original Spanish and in their English translations, accompanied by flute, guitar and percussion. The performance featured Brenda Feliciano, voice; Sergio Garcia-Marruz, guitar; Chacho Ramirez, percussion; and Carolyn Steinberg, flute.

This program was presented in collaboration with The Delaware Valley Arts Alliance.

Information on 2010 Heritage Celebration events coming soon.

Bethel Woods is committed to fostering an appreciation of music in audiences of all ages. Workshops provide opportunities for families to learn about music together.

August 2010 - Bethel Woods and The Janice Center are continuing their popular workshop to teach children the joy of music this summer. Music is Magic: 4 Weeks of Kids and Music is a Music Together©® style program. This interactive music and movement workshop features songs, beats, rhythms and props and introduces children to music, with an emphasis on the sounds and styles of the '60s. Register early as classes fill quickly!

More Information
Registration

Scout Days at Bethel Woods provide opportunities for Boy and Girl Scouts to participate in badge-related activities while gaining an appreciation for history, music and the arts.

Boy Scout Day - April 11, 2010 
Wish you had been at Woodstock? Wonder what it was like to get Jimi Hendrix to play there? Think you could plan your own concert? On Sunday April 11, Bethel Woods presents its first annual Boy Scout Day, where boys will learn about playing the Woodstock festival and use lessons from the past to plan their own concert today. Working together in their troops, boys will develop team building skills and learn about the complexities of large scale program planning. The all-inclusive fee covers museum admission, activity fees, and a special musical performance. Non-scouts (parents and siblings) are also welcome and will pay the normal museum admission fee (participation in the program not included).

Register and Get More Information on Boy Scout Day

Girl Scout Day - April 25, 2010 - SOLD OUT
Travel back to the 1960s for Girl Scout Day at Bethel Woods! On April 25, 2010, Girl Scouts in Brownies through Ambassadors are invited to The Museum at Bethel Woods for an afternoon of music, museum and more. Girls will explore fashions from the past, create jewelry and decorate clothes inspired by the 1960s, learn groovy dances and more. Guest musicians will provide a special performance. The all-inclusive fee covers admission to the museum, activity fees, and a 1960s-style patch.

Girl Scout Day - May 2, 2010 - SOLD OUT
Due to popular demand, we are holding a second Girl Scout Day on Sunday, May 2. We will run the same programs as the day on April 25. If you are interested in joining us on Sunday, May 2, please complete the registration form and return it by fax to 845.583.4242; by e-mail to RSVP@BethelWoodsCenter.org; or by mail to Girl Scout Day, P.O. Box 222, Liberty, NY 12754.

See our event calendar for the most up-to-date information on upcoming events.

The goal of Experience the Arts is to offer access to artistic, educational and engaging programs and opportunities for the community.

ENCORE PERFORMANCES
Select premier artists present an Encore Performance for local youth, offering an interactive and educational opportunity, allowing for audience participation and youth engagement in the arts.

August 26, 2009 -  One dozen local youths participated in an interactive workshop lead by Widespread Panic drummer Domingo "Sunny" Ortiz. Participants included several young members of the Project DREAM Tank who have formed their own "tub" style band. This hands-on workshop included discussion and demonstrations with an educational focus on drumming and percussion techniques.

"YOUTH AT" PROGRAMS
Regional young adults are invited to visit Bethel Woods during a culturally oriented show and participate in pre-show activities such as performances, lectures and demonstrations with premier artists. In addition, music students are permitted to showcase their talents.

August 22, 2009 - Forty middle school students from the Goshen Youth Jazz band participated in Youth at Pops, their third consecutive year of participating in the "Youth at" series. This year students were invited to participate in an interactive "Conductor's Talk" with Maestro Keith Lockhart of the Boston Pops, prior to the main stage performance. Maestro Lockhart discussed his experiences with the Pops and relayed encouraging messages for these young musicians. The students then had the opportunity to perform for concert guests as they entered the venue and were invited to attend the Boston Pops evening performance.

Family Days provide families with a way to interact and engage with the resources at Bethel Woods. Based on the museum's permanent and special exhibits, family days include music, family-friendly activities, and provide opportunities for families to interact with each other in an educational and engaging environment.

July 25, 2009 - Over 200 visitors attended the Give Peace a Chance Family Day at The Museum at Bethel Woods, the museum's first such event. Children from toddlers to teens participated in a variety of events, including art activities, Frisbee playing, yoga for children, a scavenger hunt and more! A John Lennon impersonator strolled around the grounds and joined the day's band for a sing-along version of "Give Peace a Chance."

Information on the 2010 Family Day is coming this spring.

The Heritage series brings cultural performing arts into the museum. The series explores and pays tribute to different cultures and traditions through music, dance and other cultural and performing arts in order to promote an appreciation and respect for all cultures.

November 1, 2009 - This free performance featured the works of Cuban poet Eliseo Diego, presented in the original Spanish and in their English translations, accompanied by flute, guitar and percussion. The performance featured Brenda Feliciano, voice; Sergio Garcia-Marruz, guitar; Chacho Ramirez, percussion; and Carolyn Steinberg, flute.

This program was presented in collaboration with The Delaware Valley Arts Alliance.

Information on 2010 Heritage Celebration events coming soon.

Bethel Woods is committed to fostering an appreciation of music in audiences of all ages. Workshops provide opportunities for families to learn about music together.

August 2010 - Bethel Woods and The Janice Center are continuing their popular workshop to teach children the joy of music this summer. Music is Magic: 4 Weeks of Kids and Music is a Music Together©® style program. This interactive music and movement workshop features songs, beats, rhythms and props and introduces children to music, with an emphasis on the sounds and styles of the '60s. Register early as classes fill quickly!

More Information
Registration

Scout Days at Bethel Woods provide opportunities for Boy and Girl Scouts to participate in badge-related activities while gaining an appreciation for history, music and the arts.

Boy Scout Day - April 11, 2010 
Wish you had been at Woodstock? Wonder what it was like to get Jimi Hendrix to play there? Think you could plan your own concert? On Sunday April 11, Bethel Woods presents its first annual Boy Scout Day, where boys will learn about playing the Woodstock festival and use lessons from the past to plan their own concert today. Working together in their troops, boys will develop team building skills and learn about the complexities of large scale program planning. The all-inclusive fee covers museum admission, activity fees, and a special musical performance. Non-scouts (parents and siblings) are also welcome and will pay the normal museum admission fee (participation in the program not included).

Register and Get More Information on Boy Scout Day

Girl Scout Day - April 25, 2010 - SOLD OUT
Travel back to the 1960s for Girl Scout Day at Bethel Woods! On April 25, 2010, Girl Scouts in Brownies through Ambassadors are invited to The Museum at Bethel Woods for an afternoon of music, museum and more. Girls will explore fashions from the past, create jewelry and decorate clothes inspired by the 1960s, learn groovy dances and more. Guest musicians will provide a special performance. The all-inclusive fee covers admission to the museum, activity fees, and a 1960s-style patch.

Girl Scout Day - May 2, 2010 - SOLD OUT
Due to popular demand, we are holding a second Girl Scout Day on Sunday, May 2. We will run the same programs as the day on April 25. If you are interested in joining us on Sunday, May 2, please complete the registration form and return it by fax to 845.583.4242; by e-mail to RSVP@BethelWoodsCenter.org; or by mail to Girl Scout Day, P.O. Box 222, Liberty, NY 12754.

See our event calendar for the most up-to-date information on upcoming events.