Past Events

Student Performances at Washington Care CenterJanuary 29, 2012

AIM's beginning students share their talents with the appreciative audiences at Washington Care Center at 2821 Walden St., Sunday, January 29 from 3 - 4:30pm. Come show your support for these young artists in their efforts to create joy as they gain confidence, performance experience and poise.

Marimba Annual Solstice Gathering PerformanceFriday, Dec. 9, 2011

For all marimba students. Come enjoy a night of great music at the MLK Community Center, 3201 E. Republican St. on Friday, December 9 at 6:30pm. -- Bring a potluck dish to share.

Arts Alive! ConcertSaturday, Dec. 3, 2011

Arts In Motion presents Arts Alive! on Saturday, December 3 from 6pm - 8pm at Bethany United Church of Christ located at 6230 Beacon Ave S. Come and enjoy a fun, family concert featuring classical & sing along holiday music. A great way to get the holiday season started and support the arts in Rainier Valley! A “pay what you can” donation accepted. Reception following.

Friday Nights OutFriday, Dec. 2, 9, 16, 2011
Jan. 6 & Feb 3, 2012

Join us for Friday Nights Out from 6pm - 9pm. Held here at AIM on December 2, 9, 16, 2011 & January 6 & February 3, 2012. Pre-K through 5 graders get a supervised night of fun artistic/musical or movin' creative seasonal activities. Parents get a night out (or off!). Shop, dine, catch a movie, or just relax without the kids for a night! Spaces are limited. Visit or call our office to register. The cost of admission is by donation. Snacks are served.

Friday Nights OutOct. 7 & Nov. 4, 2011

Join us the first Friday of each month from 6pm - 9pm for an evening of fun and entertainment. Kindergarten - 5th grade kids get a supervised night of fun artistic/musical or movin' creative seasonal activities. Partents get a night out (or off!) to take time for themseves.

Shop, dine, catch a movie or just relax without the kids for a night! Spaces are limited.The cost of admission is by donation. Snacks will be served. Friday Nights Out may continue into 2012 depedent upon success.

Costume Party and Fundraiser - Rhythm of the RainforestOctober 29, 2011

Join Arts In Motion for Rhythm of the Rainforest, our 1st annual costume party and fundraiser. The Rhythm of the Rainforest costume party fundraiser is happening on Saturday Oct 29th, 2011 at Tukwila Community Center. We are having a ball organizing the yummy global cuisine, the exotic decor and the exciting prizes. Have you bought your tickets yet? The whole family is welcome and we have family discounts. Our younger guests will be welcome to join our arts playroom. There are prizes for the best costume. Oh and you will also be encouraged to join everyone on the dance floor with both Marimba and jazz bands to entertain.

Pepsi Refresh - "Keep Arts Alive" Campaign September 2011

Your votes are needed for Arts In Motion's Pepsi Refresh Project! Arts In Motion is asking all our friends to vote every day for our project through the month of September and help us bring $50,000 in arts education to our community's kids. Vote on Facebook or directly on the Pepsi Refresh Everything website. Tell all your friends and family and share this great oppurtunity with other Facebook friends! AIM urges everyone to vote who cares about helping hundreds of our kids in SE Seattle connect arts education with their academic success. To see details regarding the project, click this link http://pep.si/qzYADq.

Community Arts FairSeptember 17, 2011

AIM hosts a Community Arts Fair and open house in our own "backyard" on Saturday, September 17 from 11am - 2pm. Mini classes, art booths, debut of summer student created film, face painting, performances, bounce house, yard & plant sale, food, fun for the entire family!

This event is a great way to learn about our programs and meet our teachers. The proceeds go to support our scholarship fund.

Rainier Valley Heritage ParadeAugust 20, 2011

Join us in the fun festivities of the Rainier Heritage Parade Saturday, August 20 from 11 - 12:30pm. We'll have students and staff performing along the parade route. Any parents or students interested walking with Arts In Motion in the parade, please contact our front office.

Student Performances at Washington Care CenterAugust 14, 2011

AIM's beginning students share their talents with the appreciative audiences at Washington Care Center at 2821 Walden St., Sunday, August 14 from 3 - 4pm. Come show your support for these young artists in their efforts to create joy as they gain confidence, performance experience and poise.

Farmers' MarketAugust 3, 2011

Come visit AIM at Columbia City Farmers' Market on Wednesday, August 3 from 3:30 - 5:30pm. Enjoy great performances from our faculty and staff as you stroll through the farmers' market.

Pepsi Refresh - "Keeping Arts Alive" Campaign June 2011

Your votes are needed for Arts In Motion's Pepsi Refresh Project! Arts In Motion is asking all our friends to vote every day for our project through the month of June and help us bring $50,000 in arts education to our community's kids. Vote on Facebook or directly on the Pepsi Refresh Everything website. Tell all your friends and family and share this great oppurtunity with other Facebook friends! AIM urges everyone to vote who cares about helping hundreds of our kids in SE Seattle connect arts education with their academic success.

Thanks to everyone that voted!

Columbia City Beat Walk Friday, July 1, 2011

AIM Faculty Jazz Ensemble will perform at Columbia City Beat Walk on Friday July 1 from 7 - 10pm. These musicians bring a combined total of at least sixty or more years of jazz experience. Come down and enjoy the music of this talented group.

Kid's Tent at Columbia City Farmer's Market Wednesday, June 29, 2011

Arts In Motion has a kids table planned from 3:30-5:30pm at Columbia City Farmer's Market! We will be painting faces, creating spin art and felt crafts and having fun with stamps. We hope to have some artists around the market sketching the scenery too!

AIM staff and volunteers can answer any questions you may have and tell you more about our fantastic programs! We look forward to seeing you there!

Student Performances at Washington Care Center Sunday, June 19, 2011

Arts In Motion beginning visual arts, music, drama and choir students share their talents with the appreciative audiences at Washington Care Center at 2821 Walden St. Sunday, June 19, from 2-5pm. Come show your support for these young artists in their efforts to create joy as they gain confidence, performance experience and poise.

Student Performances at Washington Care Center Saturday, May 22, 2011

AIM beginning music students share their talents with the appreciative audiences at Washington Care Center Saturday, May 22, from 4-6pm. Come show your support for these young artists in their efforts to create joy as they gain confidence, performance experience and poise.

SPRING FLING Thursday, May 19, 2011

"Jazz Casual" -- Save that date!

Reserve your space now for this community-driven fundraising opportunity, an exhilarating jazz atmosphere of artistry, dancing and musical performance by AIM faculty and students.
Mt. Baker Community Club, 2811 Mt. Rainier Drive South, Seattle 98144.

Featuring fun and entertainment from AIM’s entire spectrum of creativity - we’ll celebrate, feast and share our heartfelt gratitude to all our supporters and friends in the community. Your contribution is tax deductible and so greatly needed for Arts In Motion’s continuing mission of providing quality arts education to all residents of Rainier Valley.

Call (206) 723-3131 to reserve your space today for this important opportunity to keep arts alive in SE Seattle. $35.00

Arts Alive! Series Friday, May 13, 2011

Part Two: “The Art of Rhythm—AFRICA”

Arts In Motion collaborates with Seattle First Baptist Church at 1111 Harvard Ave. May 13, 6-8pm. This is the second installment of a series of interactive arts presentations called “Arts Alive!”, a creative and inspiring combo of music, art and dance. Arts Alive presentations are always FREE to the public and are informative as well as entertaining. Don’t miss this exciting show!

Arts Alive! Series Friday, February 11, 2011

Part One: Hip-Hop, "The Experience"

Arts In Motion community school of the arts will present Arts Alive! at Van Asselt Community Center Feb 11, 6-8pm, the first in an interactive series of music, art and dance presentations free to the public. Arts Alive! events are created to be instructive, engaging and entertaining. Hip-hop, "The Experience" features presentations and audience participation centered on Rap and Spoken Word, Graffiti Art, Break-dance and movement; the very seeds of provocative street poetry emerging from within a cultural context of social commentary and expression. All in the community are welcome to come enjoy, learn and become inspired by these free music, art and dance presentations.

Van Esselt Community Center, 2820 S Myrtle St. 98108

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