Art / Crafts

Explore the artwork of Henri Matisse as we create a community art project and discover how to continue the art at home. For Grades K-5; please arrive on time at 5:00. No registration required.

Ages 8-14. How high can you make a tower with marshmallows and toothpicks?

Join experienced knitting teacher Roxanne Wheeler as she teaches this class for beginning knitting. Participants will learn foundational knitting skills as we knit wash cloths which can be applied to numerous other knitting projects. Knitting supplies are provided, all you need to bring is yourself and your enthusiasm! Registration limited. Availability offered first to interested individuals who haven't been able to join a Beginner Knitting class yet.

Come in for a nice cozy day! Kiddos can decorate their very own mug and enjoy a yummy cup of hot cocoa! It’s a perfect way to get creative and warm up with us! Free all age event, come early to grab a spot (while supplies last)!

S'mores DIY Card Craft at The Learning Express

Designer's Den is a 60-minute, hands-on program designed for patrons of all ages to experiment, be creative, and express themselves using a blend of traditional crafting tools and creative technology. Each session offers a guided activity that encourages imagination, open-ended exploration, and collaborative learning. This all-ages activity invites participants to get creative and make a glowing card to take home and give to someone special. Space is limited. Registration is required

Ages 10+.  Tweens, teens, and adults can join us to crochet together!  Bring your own project to work on or try to make something out of the library's scrap yarn.  Beginners welcome.

Kids can stop in, build their own F1-style LEGO car, and enjoy a morning of creative racing fun. Free event all age event, come early to grab a spot (While Supplies Last!!)

Join this month's Craft and Chat to learn foundational Cricut cutter skills as they assemble zipper bags, great as makeup, pencil bags, and more! By the end of this craft, all participants will have the know-how which can be applied to many other Cricut cutter crafts

Sand Art Necklace and Bracelet

Rain Stick

Designer's Den is a 60-minute, hands-on program designed for patrons of all ages to experiment, be creative, and express themselves using a blend of traditional crafting tools and creative technology. Each session offers a guided activity that encourages imagination, open-ended exploration, and collaborative learning.  Space is limited. Registration is required.

Kid-Preneuer Pop-Up Shop

Create a unique and colorful bookmark using pressed flowers! This event is open to patrons in the 6th-12th grades while supplies last.

Designer's Den is a 60-minute, hands-on program designed for patrons of all ages to experiment, be creative, and express themselves using a blend of traditional crafting tools and creative technology. Each session offers a guided activity that encourages imagination, open-ended exploration, and collaborative learning.  Space is limited. Registration is required.

Hold a wishing stone. Feels its presence. Ask yourself, what would I like to wish for today? Focus your energy into creating your own magical piece of art to carry into the summer. We will be using watercolor pencils for control and liquid watercolor to let go. Feel the stillness when you set your intentions in “stone” (well, a painting of a stone). All materials included Location: Arrival Plaza at The RiverFront Park. The workshop will take place near the entrance of the Kiewit Luminarium

Free In-Store Kids Workshops. Join at 9 a.m. the First Saturday of Every Month. While Supplies Last.

Kids can design and build their own paper strip flowers using bright colors and creative patterns—perfect for celebrating spring! 

Free crafts for kids, extra savings for parents.  Make Bee or Frog Magnets.

Spring Slime Craft

Explore the art of bookbinding in this presenter-led, hands-on workshop. This compact, folded binding style is beautifully designed for organizing everyday keepsakes such as photos, notes, tickets, business cards or recipes. Discover creative applications and assemble your own book from start to finish. All materials provided. All experience levels are welcome. Space is limited. Registration is required.

Sun with Rainbow Craft

Birds Nest Craft