United Nations of Play
Saturday, May 11, 2024
9:30am - 4:30pm
Upcoming Special Programs:
Join us for United Nations of Play, a celebration of play around the world on Saturday, May 11! Grab a ticket and travel across the globe to learn about different countries and their national traditions, and to celebrate Atlanta and our world’s diversity. This year we’re highlighting Japan, Argentina, Ethiopia, and Czech Republic!
Schedule is subject to change. Advanced ticket purchase required.
Session Schedule:
9:30am
- Drop-in activity
Art Studio: United Nations of Play Art Activity
Details coming soon.
9:30am
- Drop-in activity
Morph Gallery: United Nations of Play Countries
Learn all about Czech Republic, Argentina, Japan, and Ethiopia from our partners in the Morph Gallery! At each country's table, check out the food, fun facts, traditional wear, and more!
10:00am
- Stage program
Storytime: "I Want to See the World" by Trisha Parent
The world is a very big place. And this little girl wants to see it all. She wants to ride in airplanes, boats, and trains. And see mountains, deserts, and oceans. She wants to meet all kinds of people and eat all kinds of foods and see different types of animals. And to remember it all, she will take photos, buy souvenirs, and collect stamps on her passport!
11:00am
- Stage program
Taiko Drum Performance
Watch a special Japanese Taiko Drum performance by Mirai Kanai from Japan-America Society of Georgia.
12:00pm
- Stage program
Traditional Czech Music Performance
Gather around the CMA Stage to watch a traditional Czech Republic music performance by Hana Stepanek from Czech and Solvak School of Atlanta.
1:00pm
- Stage program
Tango Dance Performance
Learn how to tango with Horacio Arcidiacono from Consulado General Argentino!
2:00pm
- Stage program
Traditional Ethiopian Music Performance
Enjoy a traditional Ethiopian music performance by Getachew Engedawork and Beza Tadesse from the Ethiopian Community Association of Atlanta.
3:00pm
- Stage program
Storytime: "I Want to See the World" by Trisha Parent
The world is a very big place. And this little girl wants to see it all. She wants to ride in airplanes, boats, and trains. And see mountains, deserts, and oceans. She wants to meet all kinds of people and eat all kinds of foods and see different types of animals. And to remember it all, she will take photos, buy souvenirs, and collect stamps on her passport!