Explore the Arts for Teens
Express yourself, get creative and explore art at the library.
Mixed Media Painting & Collage on Wooden Panel
Create interesting and unique collages with cut and torn paper on a wooden panel. Learn unique ways to elevate collage creations by including elements of paint, wood, and metal to create a work of art that is entirely your own. Presented by eHolt Art Teaching Artist. Registration required. For youth ages 10–18.
Kaposia
Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2:30–4:30 p.m. Register now.
Monogram Key Tag
Design and stitch your own felt key tag with your initial. Learn how to transfer a design to felt and hand stitch with the running stitch to make a personalized accessory. Presented by local artist Becka Rahn. Registration required. For youth ages 12–18.
Robert Trail
Saturday, Oct. 10, 10 a.m.–noon Registration begins Sept. 12.
Autumn Marble Coasters
Capture the vibrant movement of falling leaves with this mesmerizing acrylic pouring workshop. Use a seasonal palette of burnt oranges, deep crimsons and forest green — plus a splash of metallic gold for an autumn glow. Participants will learn the dirty pour and flip cup techniques to create a set of unique marbleized coasters where no two are ever the same. Presented by Make with Sam. For youth ages 10–18.
Heritage
Saturday, Oct. 10, 1:30–3:30 p.m.
Autumn Glow LED Holders
Bring cozy light to your space as the days get shorter. Design custom lithophane-style candle holders specifically sized for battery-operated LED tea lights. Learn the “Hole” tool using TinkerCAD to create intricate cutouts of falling leaves, stars or geometric patterns that allow light to shine through. Presented by Make with Sam. Registration required. For youth ages 12–18.
Pleasant Hill
Thursday, Oct. 15, 6–7:30 p.m. Register now.
Zombie Barbies
Drop in to give new afterlife to some old dolls. Get creatively creepy transforming Barbies and other dolls into spooky zombies and monsters. Bring your own dolls or use one of ours. For youth ages 8–18.
Heritage
Friday, Oct. 16, 2–3:30 p.m.
Wescott
Wednesday, Oct. 28, 4–6 p.m.
Seed Bead Charm Pins
Craft a dynamic, wearable piece of art using seed beads, safety pins, and an eye for detail. Registration required. For youth ages 7–14.
Farmington
Saturday, Nov. 21, 3–4:30 p.m. Registration begins Oct. 24.