Small Factory to Host Big Fun and Media Education at Open House

May 11, 2011 - PRLog -- Fair Haven, NJ  – Families are invited to have big fun at Small Factory's Open House on Saturday, June 4th from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Located on 560 River Road, Suite C in Fair Haven, N.J., the Emmy Nominated children's production studio will showcase it's summer programs for ages 5 - 12.  The day is a unique opportunity to meet Small Factory's award-winning team of professional educators, artists and musicians as throughout the day they engage children in cool, creative fun.

"Our creative team is thrilled to host, Big Fun at Small Factory on June 4th. Our studio lights up when we work with children. Every child possesses the ability to be a star and we're thrilled to help them let loose, get creative and shine!" said Chris Dudick, Owner and Founder, Small Factory Productions.

Kids will sing and produce their own songs in Small Factory's professional recording studio, learn the process for creating their own animated video games and cartoons, model their own clay characters, watch Small Factory's Emmy Nominated Small Factory Flicks on the big screen, and much more. Educators will also be available to speak with parents about Small Factory's Social Skills program, in association with Meridian Health, Kindergarten Enrichment, Computer Animation, Music Production and Summer Camps. Representatives from Small Factory's nonprofit partner, Prevention First will also be on hand to share information on the Olweus® Bullying Prevention Program (pronounced Ol-VEY-us), which is designed and evaluated to reduce and prevent bullying among elementary, middle and junior high schools.

Open House schedule of activities:

10:00 a.m. Make a 3D Clay Character

11:00 a.m. Computer Animation

12:00 p.m. Make a Song

1:00 p.m. Make a 3D Clay Character

2:00 p.m. Computer Animation

Each child attending the Open House will receive a complimentary Small Factory Flicks DVD (the complete second season), featuring 20 cartoons created by kids for kids; a free movie pass to a "Small Factory Movie Night"; and "Banana Montana Bucks" good for $10 off Small Factory Summer Camp registrations.

Contact Small Factory at 732-212-1088 or smallfactory@mysmallfactory.com to register for the free day of activities. Snacks and power punch served throughout the day and free parking on site.

About Small Factory Productions

Small Factory provides support and technical expertise while respecting and celebrating a child's individual, creative voice. Programs include claymation, music lessons and production, acting, video game creation, story telling, social skills for special learners, and kindergarten enrichment. Small Factory uses curriculum that meets National and State Standards for Language Arts Literacy and Performing Arts to help children create and cast characters, develop stories, write scripts, record voices, and play music. Small Factory Productions has created a library of more than 200 cartoons produced by more than 1,000 children. When a child's creativity is nurtured, the possibilities for growth and education are endless! Visit www.mysmallfactory.com or call 732-212-1088 for more information.

About Prevention First

Prevention First's mission is to keep children healthy, safe and drug-free. Prevention First is a non-profit agency dedicated to strengthening the foundations of children and families by empowering them to successfully handle difficult, everyday life situations and extraordinary challenges such as violence and substance abuse. Visit www.preventionfirst.net for more information.

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