Celebrating Creativity, Community, and Childhood
On June 14, 2026, the Washington Arts and Design Association
(WAADA) proudly hosted Kids Arts Day – Ode to Spring
in Gaithersburg, Maryland.
The event welcomed 24 children, ages 18 months to 5 years,
along with 23 parents and 4 dedicated volunteers. Inspired by
the beauty of spring, children explored a variety of hands-on
art experiences, including Rainbow Rice sensory play, Giant
Flower creations, Free Painting, Colored Water exploration,
Spray Bottle Painting, and Creative Craft Stations. Through
play, imagination, and artistic expression, each child was
encouraged to create freely and discover the joy of making art.
The greatest treasures of the day were not simply the artworks
the children created, but the moments they shared. Parents
watched with pride as their children explored and expressed
themselves with confidence, curiosity, and joy. Together,
families experienced the unique power of art to inspire
creativity and bring people together.
Although the program was scheduled to end at 12:30 p.m., the
excitement continued well beyond closing time. Children eagerly
shared their creations, families lingered to enjoy the warm
atmosphere, and it was nearly 1:00 p.m. before everyone
reluctantly said goodbye.
At WAADA, we believe that art is more than a creative
activity—it nurtures imagination, builds confidence,
strengthens families, and enriches communities. We look
forward to offering more community art programs that inspire
creativity and provide every child with opportunities to grow
through artistic expression.
