Diamond painting involves applying colorful rhinestones or "diamonds" to a pre-printed design on an adhesive coaster to create mosaic-like art. Participants will make their own coaster with diamond painting! This program is for teens and adults only. Participants are welcome
Celebrate Lunar New Year with artist Mary Beth Dolan. She will teach the intricate art of paper cutting inspired by many Asian cultures. Due to the use of cutting tools and the intricate nature, this workshop is best for children
Read the book Making Light Bloom: Clara Driscoll and the Tiffany Lamps by Sandra Nickel. Then participants will create their own "stained glass" lamp using tissue paper, liquid starch, and a mason jar. Ages 5+ with adult assistance. Register by
Decorate your favorite book cover (or grab one of the ones provided by the library), and create your own sparkly artwork. Using diamond painting tools and supplies, dot your cover for a bedazzled look!
Make your own St. Patty's-themed I Spy Bottle. We'll provide all the materials you need to create this screen-free, relaxing activity. Search for objects hidden in the bottle. Ages 5+. Register by emailing alfred@stls.org or calling 607-587-9290.
This month we will read Hush Little Bunny by David Ezra Stein and then we will make a stuffed sock bunny! This program is best for children age 4+. Read and Do Crew is a new monthly initiative the library
Celebrate National Library Week! Teens and adults are invited to join us to create their own miniature library. Using an Altoid style tin, build your dream library in miniature. All materials provided.
Learn the Japanese embroidery technique, sashiko. Using white cotton threat to create geometric patterns, sashiko is a great way to embellish your clothing or to visibily mend clothing, giving it beautiful texure and contrast. Local artist, Carlyn Yanda will lead
This month, our Read and Do Crew will read Flowers Are Calling by Rita Gray and will make a bouquet of watercolor flowers (just in time for Mother's Day!). Read and Do Crew is a monthly program designed to promote literacy for
Customize your own tote bag with block printing. Create your own linocut block or use one of our pre-made blocks to print on a canvas tote bag. This program is for teens and adults. Registration is preferred! Please call 607-587-9290
This month Read and Do Crew will read A Pizza With Everything On It by Kyle Scheele and then we will make our own homemade playdough! Read and Do Crew is a new literacy initiative the library started this year to promote
Local artist, Kate Elliott will lead a workshop in book binding. Learn techniques to create your own bound book. Refreshments provided. Registration for this program is required. Please contact the library at 607-587-9290 or email alfred@stls.org.