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Tie Dye on the Lawn (Rescheduled)

6:30pm–7:30pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Outside - Front Lawn
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Get groovy with the Amherst Public Library! Join us out on the library’s front lawn and tie dye your choice of a pair of socks or a pillow case.

Summer Craft Days

2:00pm–5:00pm
Children
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Second Floor Children's Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop in the second-floor lobby every Wednesday, June 11 through July 23, from 2pm - 5pm for our Summer Craft Days! We’ll provide everything kids need to make a fun craft!

Library Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Amherst Public Library

Paint Tracks: Painting with Cars!

11:00am–12:00pm
Children
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Outside - Front Lawn
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Painting can be done with more than just brushes! Kids ages 2-6 are invited to join us outside on the library’s front lawn to use some toy cars and paint to make their own little masterpiece!

Watercolor Pencils and More Art Workshop

12:30pm–2:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required

Join us for monthly Watercolor Pencils and More Art Workshops with artist and instructor Mary Jo Clark. Enjoy learning new skills and techniques during this creative workshop where all skill levels are welcome. You do not have to have attended previous workshop sessions to attend this one.

Students will need a set of watercolor pencils, pink erasers, a #8 round Taklon brush, a natural sponge, a ½” foam brush, and an ultra-fine Sharpie or .02 Micron pen, and 140 lb. Watercolor paper.

This class is intended for adults only and registration is required. Register below or call the library at 440-988-4230 to register over the phone.

Summer Craft Days

2:00pm–5:00pm
Children
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Second Floor Children's Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop in the second-floor lobby every Wednesday, June 11 through July 23, from 2pm - 5pm for our Summer Craft Days! We’ll provide everything kids need to make a fun craft!

Diamond Art: Book Covers

4:00pm–5:30pm
Tweens & Teens
Registration Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Tweens & Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Decorate a book cover in diamonds! Participants are encouraged to bring their favorite book from home to decorate, but all other supplies will be provided. 

Disclaimer(s)

Please note: Spaces in registered programs may be offered to the waitlist if the registrant has not arrived within 15 minutes after the program's scheduled start time. Please notify the library by calling 440-988-4230 if you believe you will be more than fifteen minutes late to a registered program. 

Messy Art Day

11:00am–12:00pm
Children
Registration Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Outside - Front Lawn
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Splatter, splash, and spray! Dress for a mess and come prepared to make art with paint and a variety of tools and techniques. Designed for children of all ages. 

Disclaimer(s)

Please note: Spaces in registered programs may be offered to the waitlist if the registrant has not arrived within 15 minutes after the program's scheduled start time. Please notify the library by calling 440-988-4230 if you believe you will be more than fifteen minutes late to a registered program. 

Adult Craft Night: Macrame Suncatchers

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us on Monday, July 14 at 6:30pm or on Thursday, July 17 at 2:30pm for a relaxing adult craft!

Summer Craft Days

2:00pm–5:00pm
Children
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Second Floor Children's Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop in the second-floor lobby every Wednesday, June 11 through July 23, from 2pm - 5pm for our Summer Craft Days! We’ll provide everything kids need to make a fun craft!

Adult Crafternoon: Macrame Suncatcher

2:30pm–3:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us on Monday, July 14 at 6:30pm or on Thursday, July 17 at 2:30pm for a relaxing adult craft! All supplies will be provided for each registered attendee to make and take home two suncatchers using wood rings and basic macrame techniques.

Doll DIY: Sleeping Bags for 18" Dolls

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children
Registration Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring your 18” dolls to the library and create a cozy sleeping bag for your doll to use! All supplies will be provided for
each child to make one sleeping bag. Designed for kids ages 5 - 12. Kids under the age of 10 must have a caregiver

Disclaimer(s)

Please note: Spaces in registered programs may be offered to the waitlist if the registrant has not arrived within 15 minutes after the program's scheduled start time. Please notify the library by calling 440-988-4230 if you believe you will be more than fifteen minutes late to a registered program. 

Paint and Sip for Kids

3:00pm–4:00pm
Children
Registration Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come and relax at the library with some light snacks and a fun art project! Complete a paint-by-number kit and enjoy snacks and beverages as you paint.

Disclaimer(s)

Food will be served at this program. If you have allergy concerns, please contact the library at 440-988-4230.

Please note: Spaces in registered programs may be offered to the waitlist if the registrant has not arrived within 15 minutes after the program's scheduled start time. Please notify the library by calling 440-988-4230 if you believe you will be more than fifteen minutes late to a registered program. 

Adult Crafternoon: Tie-Dye Tote Bag

2:30pm–3:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us on Monday, July 21 at 2:30pm or 6:30pm to custom tie-dye a tote bag! All supplies will be provided for registered attendees to dye one cotton tote bag each. All dye colors available while supplies last, 

Adult Craft Night: Tie-Dye Tote Bag

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us on Monday, July 21 at 2:30pm or 6:30pm to custom tie-dye a tote bag! All supplies will be provided for registered attendees to dye one cotton tote bag each. All dye colors available while supplies last, 

Summer Craft Days

2:00pm–5:00pm
Children
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Second Floor Children's Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop in the second-floor lobby every Wednesday, June 11 through July 23, from 2pm - 5pm for our Summer Craft Days! We’ll provide everything kids need to make a fun craft!

Adult & Teen Art Night: Paint and Sip

6:30pm–8:00pm
Tweens & Teens, Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Tweens & Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us on Thursday, July 24 at 6:30pm for a special art night! Sip on mocktails and follow along to create a painting to take home. This event is intended for teens and adults and is suitable for ages 13+.

Disclaimer(s)

Food will be served at this program. If you have allergy concerns, please contact the library at 440-988-4230.

Watercolor Pencils and More Art Workshop

12:30pm–2:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required

Join us for monthly Watercolor Pencils and More Art Workshops with artist and instructor Mary Jo Clark. Enjoy learning new skills and techniques during this creative workshop where all skill levels are welcome. You do not have to have attended previous workshop sessions to attend this one.

Students will need a set of watercolor pencils, pink erasers, a #8 round Taklon brush, a natural sponge, a ½” foam brush, and an ultra-fine Sharpie or .02 Micron pen, and 140 lb. Watercolor paper.

This class is intended for adults only and registration is required. Register below or call the library at 440-988-4230 to register over the phone.

Adult Craft Night: Framed Collage Art

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us on Monday, August 11 at 6:30pm or Monday, August 18 at 2:30pm for a relaxing adult craft! All supplies will be provided for registered attendees to create an 8.5x11 collage, including a frame to display it in at home!

Kids Art Workshop: Yarn Collage

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children
Registration Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us on Thursday, August 14 at 4pm for an art workshop recommended for children ages 6-12. All supplies will be provided for registered attendees to create an yarn collage based on the work of Hilma af Klint. Dress for a mess! 

Disclaimer(s)

Please note: Spaces in registered programs may be offered to the waitlist if the registrant has not arrived within 15 minutes after the program's scheduled start time. Please notify the library by calling 440-988-4230 if you believe you will be more than fifteen minutes late to a registered program. 

Adult Crafternoon: Framed Collage Art

2:30pm–3:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us on Monday, August 11 at 6:30pm or Monday, August 18 at 2:30pm for a relaxing adult craft! All supplies will be provided for registered attendees to create an 8.5x11 collage, including a frame to display it in at home!

Library Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Amherst Public Library

Watercolor Pencils and More Art Workshop

12:30pm–2:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required

Join us for monthly Watercolor Pencils and More Art Workshops with artist and instructor Mary Jo Clark. Enjoy learning new skills and techniques during this creative workshop where all skill levels are welcome. You do not have to have attended previous workshop sessions to attend this one.

Students will need a set of watercolor pencils, pink erasers, a #8 round Taklon brush, a natural sponge, a ½” foam brush, and an ultra-fine Sharpie or .02 Micron pen, and 140 lb. Watercolor paper.

This class is intended for adults only and registration is required. Register below or call the library at 440-988-4230 to register over the phone.

Watercolor Pencils and More Art Workshop

12:30pm–2:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Amherst Public Library
Room: Community Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required

Join us for monthly Watercolor Pencils and More Art Workshops with artist and instructor Mary Jo Clark. Enjoy learning new skills and techniques during this creative workshop where all skill levels are welcome. You do not have to have attended previous workshop sessions to attend this one.

Students will need a set of watercolor pencils, pink erasers, a #8 round Taklon brush, a natural sponge, a ½” foam brush, and an ultra-fine Sharpie or .02 Micron pen, and 140 lb. Watercolor paper.

This class is intended for adults only and registration is required. Register below or call the library at 440-988-4230 to register over the phone.