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Registration opens:
August 15th, 2026

Crafty Kids!

For Grades K-5
2026-09-02 16:00:00 2026-09-02 17:00:00 America/Chicago Crafty Kids! Explore different materials and techniques to create fun art projects! Registration required. Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms

Wednesday, September 02
4:00pm - 5:00pm

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Main Library

Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms

Explore different materials and techniques to create fun art projects! Registration required.

REGISTRATION OPENS August 15 at 6 AM. PLEASE REGISTER EACH CHILD SEPARATELY. 

This program is open to kids in grades k-5 and encourages creativity and self-expression. Younger artists can explore and play with materials, while older kids can add details and experiment with more complex designs.

Come ready to create and have fun!

Registration Required. 

A Spanish-speaking staff member will be available to assist families, if needed.

Habrá un miembro del personal que habla español disponible para asistir a las familias, si es necesario.

AGE GROUP: | Elementary School |

EVENT TYPE: | Activity |

TAGS: | KidSpace |

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