Week Calendar

Black History is American History and it's time to celebrate it! Kits will include a fun activity and information about Black History Month.

Learn About Kente Art

Its Origin and How to Make a Piece of Art Based on Kente Patterns

Whether you’re a seasoned stitcher or just picking up your first pair of needles, our club is the perfect place to connect, create, and unwind.

Adults 16+ Come join us in making beads out of paper. There will be a short introduction to the history of the beads and their uses, and then you will learn different methods to create different styles of beads.

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!

Let's paint some rocks! This event is in collaboration with the Village Arts Association. We invite all ages to participate: come enjoy creative time and make some colorful rocks that will be placed in the Village Civic Plaza!

Calling all homeschoolers! Join us as we get together to hang out with other homeschool kids and teens to connect. We will play socializing games, discover new books, play games, make crafts, and more!

Bring your own project and materials and knit, crochet, or sew your way through the afternoon with members of the community who share your enthusiasm for crafts. All types of fiber arts welcome!

Love creepy crawlies or just want to learn a cool new skill? Join us for a fun, hands-on embroidery workshop where you’ll learn basic stitches and create your own bug-inspired art!

Join us for a couple hours of painting and relaxation! We'll be guided through a step-by-step video tutorial by an artist to paint a masterpiece while we chat and enjoy some light refreshments. 

Come join us to make a Valentine themed bracelet for yourself or for someone as a Valentine's Day gift. No experience required. All materials and tools will be provided.

Teens, join us and learn acrylic painting techniques! This month, we will be painting a cute heart garland. You will leave with a completed painting.

Draw a map with us! We'll learn a little bit about some map creators and their maps of real and imaginary places, and then draw some maps. We provide the tools and inspiration-- come and see what your imagination can do!

Join us for Imagine Lab at the Belle Isle Library! Each week, kids in Kindergarten through 5th grade will take part in a new activity designed to spark creativity and encourage learning.

Join us for a different STEAM activity each Tuesday! All ages welcome!

Join us for another After School Kids Club where we will be making valentine's and February themed kid-safe embroidery together! Learn the basic techniques of embroidery and take home an adorable creation you made all on your own! 

Join us at the Southern Oaks Library for an exploration, and creativity!

Journey through the past and into thrilling adventures with Girls Survive Book Club! The first Friday of every month, we will discuss a different "Girls Survive" book and then do a related craft. 

Recommended ages 8-12.

Join us for a creative program series exploring the art of bead weaving.  Using colorful seed beads and simple weaving techniques, you'll create your own one-of-a-kind piece of art.

Join us on this special Wednesday in the Makerspace for a quick Black History focused Crafternoon!  Use the button makers to connect with slogans and buttons from throughout the Civil Rights Movement, or design your own for the future!

Teens, join us on the first Thursday of every month for Anime Club! Experience anime in the company of other anime enthusiasts.

Learn to make this traditional Brazilian birthday candy made from condensed milk, cocoa powder, and butter which is cooked and rolled into bite-sized balls, often coated in chocolate sprinkles.

Join us for a special February LEGO program packed with color, creativity, and fun! Build blooming flowers, funky hearts, and Valentine-inspired designs—or invent your own twist.

Create a charming floating-heart artwork to brighten your home or gift to someone special.  You'll learn about paint layering so that your heart will really pop in the frame.

Frames are 3.5" x 2.5"

Come join us as we turn simple-looking paper strips into beautiful art by paper quilling. Paper quilling involves rolling, looping, curling and shaping paper strips and then combining them to create designs.

Blast off with your imagination at the Ralph Ellison library Lego Club. Lego dreamers of all ages and experience levels welcome.​ 

The Scrapbook Studio is an opportunity for guests to preserve memories, create personalized keepsakes, and connect with fellow scrapbook enthusiasts. Children under 12 should be accompanied by an adult or guardian.

Join us for Zine Canteen, our monthly meet-up for zine enthusiasts of all ages, teens and adults alike!