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April showers really do bring May flowers, this time as a super-bloom, but May is bringing a lot more than just flowers. Our students will be learning about a new artist of the month, releasing their butterflies that they've been patiently waiting and caring for, and celebrating our wonderful Mothers. Family Fun Events Event: Library Craft Day for Kids at Irvine Date & Time : May 1, 6:30PM - 9:30PM Location: University Park Library, 4512 Sandburg Way, Irvine Price: Free Information: Assisteens® of Irvine presents Library Craft Day, a FREE event for families! No need to sign up, stop by anytime during the 3 hour event geared for all ages (we advise that families come in the later times as it is less crowded then). Event: Toddlers & Tunes Date & Time: May 2, 10AM - 12PM Location: Irvine Spectrum Center Price: Free Information: Join us on the first Tuesday of every month for Toddlers & Tunes! This will take place on the Giant Wheel Lawn, near the ferris wheel. Enjoy some fun in the sun with complimentary Carousel and Giant Wheel rides, games, an interactive DJ, and more. Event: Family Paint Party: This Little Pig Went to a Paint Nite Date & Time: May 6, 12PM - 2PM Location: Pitfire Pizza, 353 E 17th St., Costa Mesa Price: $35/person Information: Join your local artist, Wendy Anderson owner of ART BASH, in this easy step-by-step acrylic painting on canvas event. Create and connect over food and drink for purchase at the scheduled venue. Event: Neurodivergent Family Night Date & Time: May 9, 5PM - 7PM Location: Pretend City Children's Museum, 29 Hubble, Irvine Price: FREE to behavioral therapists and neurodiverse children or with other disabilities and their immediate families. Information: Neurodivergent Family Night, previously known as Autism Family Night, will be happening twice a month. This special event is an opportunity for children and their parents/siblings/caretakers to enjoy The City in a sensory-friendly environment, along with other families. Our community partners, who specialize in supporting the neurodiverse community will be on-hand to enrich your family’s play experience with welcoming smiles and practical support. Specifically, for Families with children of all ages from the neurodiverse community and with other disabilities. Pretend City will be closed to the public. Event: Family Paint Party: This Little Pig Went to a Paint Nite Date & Time: May 6, 12PM - 2PM Location: Pitfire Pizza, 353 E 17th St., Costa Mesa Price: $35/person Information: Join your local artist, Wendy Anderson owner of ART BASH, in this easy step-by-step acrylic painting on canvas event. Create and connect over food and drink for purchase at the scheduled venue. Event: Family Festival: Asian and Pacific Islander Festival Date & Time: May 7, 11AM - 3PM Location: Bowers Museum, 2002 N. Main St., Santa Ana Price: Free for children under 12, $15 for adults, $12 for Seniors & Students Information: Enjoy a full day of fun for the entire family! In addition to live performances, this month's festival includes fish prints and shell necklace art projects, an Island fruit treat, and the Mobile Learning Adventure presented by PNC Bank. This event is held in conjunction with Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and is part of Arts Orange County and OC Department of Education's Imagination Celebration.