From The New Yorker to Shrek: The Art of William Steig

November 04, 2007 - March 16, 2008

Events

Monday November 05 2007	9:30 am - 12:00 pm	Librarians: Celebrate Steig in November Join us for this special free workshop for librarians—public and school— focusing on the work of Newbery-and Caldecott-award winning illustrator William Steig. more
Tuesday November 06 2007	4:00 pm - 5:30 pm	Classes for Tweens Sylvester to Shrek: Drawing Series for Tweens November 6, 13 & 20 Spend three Tuesdays sketching and touring From The New Yorker to Shrek: The Art of William Steig. Learn new techniques, build on your drawing skills to tell a story, and combine your creations into a handmade book. more Free - Advanced Registration Required Ages 10 to 13
Sunday November 11 2007	11:15 am	Second Sundays Characters and Cartoons Second Sundays offer performances, workshops, family gallery tours, and more.more Free with Museum admission Age 5 to 12, with an adult
Sunday November 11 2007	12:00 pm - 4:00 pm	William Steig Storybook Family Day Join us for a fun-filled afternoon in celebration of From The New Yorker to Shrek: The Art of William Steig. Design a colorful storybook, create a giant mural with a professional illustrator, dance to the award-winning kids’ band Princess Katie and Racer Steve, and meet DreamWorks’ Shrek. more Free with Museum Admission
Thursday November 15 2007	6:30 pm	The Gertrude and David Fogelson Program The Many Worlds of William Steig: Artist, Author, Philosopher Panel Discussion In celebration of the 100th anniversary of William Steig’s birth, this panel will examine his multifaceted career, including his cartoons and covers for The New Yorker and his popular and award-winning books for children.more $15 general public; $12 students / over 65; $10 members
Thursday November 29 2007	4:00 - 7:00 pm	William Steig: Cartoonist and Children’s Book Author Educator Workshop Educators will tour the special exhibition, From The New Yorker to Shrek: The Art of William Steig, and participate in a discussion about how Steig’s art can connect to school curricula. more This workshop is free and includes dinner. Advance registration required.
Wednesday December 05 2007	4:00 - 6:00 pm	Access Educator Workshop From The New Yorker to Shrek: The Art of William Steig Designed for teachers working with students with special needs, this workshop includes a gallery tour and a discussion of interactive activities and accommodations for students. more This workshop is free and includes a light snack. Advance registration required.
Tuesday December 25 2007	11:30 am - 4:00 pm	Family Celebration Join us as we turn the Museum over to families for this New York holiday tradition with an appealing variety of activities offered on this popular family day. more Free with Museum admission.
Thursday January 24 2008	2:00 pm	Sign Language Tea Time Tour From New Yorker to Shrek: The Art of William Steig A museum docent will give a sign language interpreted tour of this special exhibition, followed by tea reception. more Free with museum admission Advance registration required
Monday March 03 2008	7:00 pm	Panel Discussion Shrek: From Book to Film to Broadway Explore how Shrek's unique appeal with both adults and children inspires the creative process.more General $15; Students/Over 65 $12; JM Members $10