The Front Row is all about being in the know … and fashion. This weekend there will be over 40 events and great deals at Bethesda Row boutiques and brasseries. You can see all the hottest Summer ’12 looks and an exclusive Fall ’12 preview at the signature runway show. This year, fashion even struts its stuff with VIP guest Bravo’s Andy Cohen and an exclusive screening of the hit documentary “God Save My Shoes.” It’s an uncommon mix of fun and style that walks the talk.

And you can ArtJamz during “Chic Child on the Row” 11am-2pm on Bethesda Lane! We’ll have fashion sketches handy along with water colors, brushes and markers, so kids can play designer and create their own special looks for summer and fall. Best is, it’s free! While you’re there, check out special offers, brunches, and stylish, family-friendly events all day long including: ArtJamz for Kids, Legos on the Lane, Balloon Animals (provided by Bethesda Orthodontics), a Kidville arts & crafts area, cooking classes with Vapiano and more!

Information HERE.

One of our favorite ways to have fun with ArtJamz is to make it accessible to kidz and families– it’s why we love KidsJamz so much. Our last KidsJamz sessions that we held were so much fun. Check out the photos below. The best part (for the parents) is that we clean up the mess! The best part for the kids is, well, they get to paint and make a mess. And thanks to our new ArtJamz Dupont Studio, we will be hosting KidsJamz sessions almost every weekend. WE will release our schedule before each month.

$40 includes vitaminwater zero, water, pizza, great music, a stretch canvas that each person gets to paint and keep, water-based acrylic paints, brushes, markers and art tools, an easel and the help and guidance of our friendly ArtJamz creative enablers for two hours of messy arty fun. Great for ages 5 and up. Children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult.

Remember, groups of 5 or more gets 15% off. Or, thinking about a private birthday party? We can do that too! We can accommodate groups of 15 to 24 kids. You can bring balloons, cake, or whatever you need to make it a special day. Email groups@artjamzdc.com for details or call 202-709-8078.

Come out and give runners a boost for miles 22 and 23!  This year’s Marine Corps Marathon features a family-friendly fall festival with a variety of activities including ArtJamz, arts and crafts with the National Children’s Museum, face painting, moonbounces, balloon animals, circus activities and more!  Roger Riggle and Kim Reyes will be doing their amazing face painting.

Plenty of free parking is available in the parking garage at Crystal Drive and 23rd St. Crystal Run is just a few metro stops from the MCM start and finish areas at mile 22/23 of the MCM course. Simply take Metro’s blue or yellow lines to the Crystal City Station.

SEE PICTURES FROM LAST YEAR’S ARTJAMZ AT KID-TASTIC!

During the marathon, families were able to come over to the KidsJamz booth and draw and paint for free using lots of great drawing materials and paper. Meanwhile, during the KidsJamz: The Crystal Kidz Sessions families took over the entire 12th floor of a Crystal City building and let the kids unleash their inner artists. The popchips lounge and its huge chip bag beanbags were a HUGE hit with the kids as was the awesome food provided by nearby Freddie’s Beach Bar and Restaurant, which is famous for its delicious brunches. This day, parents and kids both feasted on Freddie’s food as well as some tasty canvas and acrylic. Remember, a family that paints together stays together! We have to say that we definitely saw some future Warhols and O’Keiffes there. Now, we didn’t have beer and wine for the parents at KidsJamz, but we did have exceptional coffee from GanoCafeDc!

Genki Media LLC the producer of the ArtJamz series is letting the whole family unleash their inner artists with the launch of KidsJamz.

“A family that paints together, stays together,” said ArtJamz founder Michael M. Clements.

For $45  a family receives a 24 x 30 stretched canvas and all the paints and drawing materials they can handle for four hours of unlimited creativity. Additional canvas are available for $15.The canvas are theirs to take home as a family masterpiece.

“It’s not a class,” says Clements. “Our ArtJamz hosts give tips and advice, but we like an unstructured environment where kids and parents alike can paint whatever they feel like, even if it’s outside the lines.

Drinks and snacks are provided for the children. Family members over 21 can enjoy hors deuvours, wine and beer as well. Moderation is appreciated.

In addition to canvas there will be plenty of drawing paper and materials laying around for kids to create and create more. The upbeat music and family environment will keep the creative juices flowing in even the most shy kids.

Grab five families and everybody gets 15% off their canvas!

Contact info@artjamzdc.com for more details.