Upcoming Events

Teens, did you rip your favorite t shirt? Got a small hole in those jeans you love? Join us and learn how to repair clothes by decorating them with embroidery!

Join us on Thursdays in the Makerspace for a quick crafternoon! Each Thursday, guests will have the opportunity to complete a quick craft using the equipment in the MLS Studio.

Create glowing constellations on canvas with LED lights in this hands-on program! Explore astronomy and unleash your creativity by designing illuminated star patterns. Perfect for teens who love art and science!

Let your imagination soar at this special arts and crafts program just for teens! Professional librarians will provide you with all the resources you need to learn some new skills and create a project of your own.

Come crochet with us! All skill levels welcome. We will be making a water bottle bag. Kits available while supplies last. One kit per person. 

Join a Ralph Ellison librarian for a story and art project!

Our project for this month is SHAVING CREAM MARBLING

Learn to create beautiful wall decor with clay. 

Join us on the fourth Saturday of each month to complete a LEGO challenge. All LEGO's will be provided.

Kids ages 5-10 will be transported through a magical art experience using florescent paints and black lights.  Combining storytelling, music, and visual effects art educator Eisha Ashley will inspire participants to create their own vibra

Are you an adult who enjoys coloring? Have a nice social visit with other adults and bring your coloring supplies! We will also have some coloring sheets and art supplies available. 

Come have fun and make your very own tutu! This free workshop is great for kids of all ages. We’ll provide all the supplies—you just bring your creativity! No sewing needed. Enjoy music, crafts, and lots of colorful fun.

Ralph Ellison Library is offering a new creative and collaborative club for the community! The Scrapbooking Club is an opportunity for guests to preserve memories, create personalized keepsakes, and connect with fellow scrapbook enthusiasts.

Join us with your preschooler as we play with arts and crafts. Projects are process based and are designed to help kids with their fine motor skills, self expression, and many other valuable concepts. Don't put your little ones in cute clothes!

Bring your own quilting or other project and get a chance to work on it with like-minded people. They'll even offer advice if asked. Be sure to check out a quilting book from our collection!

Join us at the Northwest Library for an introductory woodcarving workshop designed for adults with no prior experience.

This month's bad art features yarn "painting." Join us as we use yarn and glue to create landscape art! 

Supplies are available for 24 participants and will be distributed on a first come, first served basis.

Gather with other teens in an open and welcoming after-school space where everyone is free to be who they are. We will share experiences and do fun activities including small crafts.