Event: Community Design Collaborative’s “The Science of PLAY”

On January 6, Community Design Collaborative will host “The Science of PLAY,” a presentation, panel discussion, and book signing event, at the Center for Architecture.  The event is happening in conjunction with the Center for Architecture’s CONSTRUCTING PLAY exhibit, an exhibit that chronicles the development of classic children’s building toys over the past 150 years.

The event, building on Community Design Collaborative’s work within schoolyards, parks, and open spaces, will discuss how designers, educators, and parents can join forces to create enriching play spaces, build strong communities, and allow children to thrive and grow in the urban environment.

Susan G. Solomon, author of “The Science of Play: How to Build Playgrounds that Enhance Children’s Development,” will present at the event.

The panel, moderated by Paul Vernon, Principal at KSK Architects, features:

• Sharon Easterling – Director, Delaware Valley Association for Education of Young Children
• Alex Gilliam – Director, Public Workshop
• Susan G. Solomon – Curatorial Resources and Research
• Meg Wise – Executive Director, Smith Playground

Community Design Collaborative provides pro bono preliminary design services to nonprofit organizations in greater Philadelphia and offers meaningful volunteer opportunities to design professionals.

The event begins at 6 p.m. and costs $10. Tickets are available at http://cdesignc.ticketleap.com/science-of-play/

Photo by Alex Vuocolo