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I saw something posted on a Social Media site this weekend, that really hit home. It was a countdown to Christmas! Are you the type of person who already has their gifts purchased? A thrill seeker who likes to venture out shopping on Black Friday? Perhaps you are a last minute shopper who is still […]
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Fall is here. Schools, groups and organizations across the globe are busy creating their Original Works masterpieces, which means it is also the perfect time to begin promoting the program to your families. Following are some tips for promoting your program that we have found to be extremely effective over the years: PROGRAM POSTERS –
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Across the globe, art classes are beginning their Original Works projects. The student masterpieces will be turned into cherished keepsakes, and will become holiday gifts for many. Each year we are privileged to process several hundred thousand pieces of individual student artwork. With this volume of artwork being created and submitted, we thought this would be
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As teachers, parents and students are now settling into the “Back to School” routine, we thought we would share some of our favorite back to school ideas with you. First, get creative with a bulletin board welcoming your new students to the first day of school. We found this cute bulletin board, and several other
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A healthy, well thought-out and well executed fundraiser could do wonders for your synagogue that paid advertisements and marketing could never accomplish. In many cases, fundraising is the key to getting necessary funds for future events and the well being of your community following. Through fundraising, your synagogue can raise money for things that you
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Rabbis are key to successful fundraising in a synagogue. This may not be taught enough in rabbinical school, but as the leader of a synagogue, the attitude of a rabbit to fundraising, as well as any efforts a rabbi makes to raise funds, is critical. The Torah itself references this fact, often mentioning how important Tzedakah
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“The best teachers are those who show you where to look, but don’t tell you what to see.” ~ Alexandra L. Trenfor This week I’m very excited to share two great examples of how our schools created “teachable moments” for students, by incorporating aspects of our program into their curriculum. First is a 6th grade
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“True art is characterized by an irresistible urge in the creative artist” ~Albert Einstein April is Autism Awareness month. As an art-based fundraising company, what better way to wrap up the month than to provide an update on a recent collaboration between The Autism Society of America and the American Art Therapy Association. Last year, the two
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“Earth laughs in flowers.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson This week we celebrate Earth Day. I recently saw this ad from Crayola and it started me thinking about ways we can “go green” and recycle in the art room. In the ad, Crayola is promoting their “go green” initiative, which encourages people to send in their
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“Mothers hold their child’s hand for a moment and their heart for a lifetime.” Spring is in the air! Here at Original Works, the snow has finally melted and I saw our first crocus pop up. We are into our peak spring production season, and are working hard to produce and ship all of your
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