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June
July
All are welcome to join in coloring pictures to donate to people in need of some cheer. Color A Smile is a nonprofit organization that distributes cheerful drawings to senior citizens, our troops overseas, and anyone in need of a smile. Every month they mail thousands of new drawings to the recipients on their mailing list. Since 1990, Color A Smile has given out millions of cheerful drawings. That’s a lot of smiles! Events start promptly. Please double check your destination to arrive on time to enjoy the program.
Join local artist and teacher Lee Post to learn how to draw your own comics! Appropriate for all ages-- no experience required.
Program note: seating is limited and first-come, first-serve. Events begin promptly. Double check your destination to arrive on time and enjoy the program!
Visit our website, anchoragelibrary.org, to find more opportunities to enjoy this program at other locations.
August
Get creative and make a work of art! We'll have a variety of art supplies to make whatever you want.
Learn how to make a zine from Rasmuson Foundation Individual Artist Award winner MK and make a zine to take home with you.
Recommended for ages 14+, adult topics may be discussed.
Embrace your inner mad scientist, grab the hot glue gun, and join us for an hour of mutant toy creation! Best for ages 8+ but all are welcome.
Make your art shrink before your eyes! Use Shrinky Dinks plastic to create custom charms, pins, keychains, and more. Draw or trace your design, color it in, and then watch the magic happen as it’s carefully shrunk with heat.
All materials provided—just bring your creativity!
Fun for all ages, but younger children may need adult help.
Starting Kindergarten this fall? Come to the library and enjoy a Storytime about getting ready for the first day of school and try a back-to-school craft.
Learn about making and trading Artist Trading Cards-- an easy way to express yourself and build up an original art collection.
Learn about making and trading Artist Trading Cards-- an easy way to express yourself and build up an original art collection. Suggested for ages 10+, but everyone's welcome.
This month's theme is: stars!
Note: scissors, staining media, small parts, and hot tea (bring your own mug) are available at this program.
Program Note: Seating is limited and first-come, first-serve. Please double check your destination to arrive on time and enjoy the show.
Finish your masterpiece in a sociable environment. All ages, all projects welcome. We'd love to see what you are working on.
Get creative and make a work of art! We'll have a variety of art supplies to make whatever you want.
Join us as we use watercolors to paint flowers. All art supplies will be provided. Events start promptly. Please double check your destination to arrive on time to enjoy the program.
Channel your creativity and utilize different techniques to make a 3D work of art out of paper!
Pick up hobbies and crafts you have been procrastinating working on. Get help, get inspired, finish the project.
Finish your masterpiece in a sociable environment. All ages, all projects welcome. We'd love to see what you are working on.
September
Do you knit, crochet or sew or are you a beginner looking for a start? We will have lessons for beginning knitters with long-time beloved resident Cleary Donovan. Materials and tools provided.
A new project every week! Ideal for ages 6+, but anyone can try.
Sept. 3: DIY Windchimes. String and decorate a windchime. Skill level: ability to string beads and tie off. Note: uses small parts, paint pens,
Sept. 10: Easy Kumihimo. Weave a cord with this traditional Japanese technique. Skill level: equivalent to weaving a friendship bracelet. Note: requires patience to see results.
Sept. 17: Cardboard Masks with Chompsaw. Create a mask using our kid-safe cardboard “saw” and collage materials. Skill level: ability to use scissors, glue without help. Note: functional edges & small parts in use. Chompsaw is recommended for ages 3+.
Get creative and make a work of art! We'll have a variety of art supplies to make whatever you want.
Do you knit, crochet or sew or are you a beginner looking for a start? We will have lessons for beginning knitters with long-time beloved resident Cleary Donovan. Materials and tools provided.
Join us for an afternoon of crafts. Each week is a different craft.
This Week: Button Making
Make your own button from scratch using various art supplies or bring your own pictures and materials and use our button maker to craft your masterpiece.
A new project every week! Ideal for ages 6+, but anyone can try.
Sept. 3: DIY Windchimes. String and decorate a windchime. Skill level: ability to string beads and tie off. Note: uses small parts, paint pens,
Sept. 10: Easy Kumihimo. Weave a cord with this traditional Japanese technique. Skill level: equivalent to weaving a friendship bracelet. Note: requires patience to see results.
Sept. 17: Cardboard Masks with Chompsaw. Create a mask using our kid-safe cardboard “saw” and collage materials. Skill level: ability to use scissors, glue without help. Note: functional edges & small parts in use. Chompsaw is recommended for ages 3+.
It’s a new school year and it’s time to show your friends how much you care! Make friendship bracelets for you and your friends! All supplies provided.
The Mountain View Library is turning 15! Join us in celebrating our branch by making a birthday card to display on our community wall. All ages welcome; supplies provided.
Learn about making and trading Artist Trading Cards-- an easy way to express yourself and build up an original art collection. Suggested for ages 10+, but everyone's welcome.
Note: scissors, staining media, small parts, and hot tea (bring your own mug) are available at this program.
Program Note: Seating is limited and first-come, first-serve. Please double check your destination to arrive on time and enjoy the show.
Learn about making and trading Artist Trading Cards-- an easy way to express yourself and build up an original art collection.
Finish your masterpiece in a sociable environment. All ages, all projects welcome. We'd love to see what you are working on.
Do you knit, crochet or sew or are you a beginner looking for a start? We will have lessons for beginning knitters with long-time beloved resident Cleary Donovan. Materials and tools provided.
Pick up hobbies and crafts you have been procrastinating working on. Get help, get inspired, finish the project.
A new project every week! Ideal for ages 6+, but anyone can try.
Sept. 3: DIY Windchimes. String and decorate a windchime. Skill level: ability to string beads and tie off. Note: uses small parts, paint pens,
Sept. 10: Easy Kumihimo. Weave a cord with this traditional Japanese technique. Skill level: equivalent to weaving a friendship bracelet. Note: requires patience to see results.
Sept. 17: Cardboard Masks with Chompsaw. Create a mask using our kid-safe cardboard “saw” and collage materials. Skill level: ability to use scissors, glue without help. Note: functional edges & small parts in use. Chompsaw is recommended for ages 3+.
Show your Mountain View Library pride with a birthday button! Stop by to design and press your own custom button as we celebrate 15 years of our branch in the community. Supplies available while they last.
Get creative and make a work of art! We'll have a variety of art supplies to make whatever you want.
Do you knit, crochet or sew or are you a beginner looking for a start? We will have lessons for beginning knitters with long-time beloved resident Cleary Donovan. Materials and tools provided.
Join us for an afternoon of crafts. Each week is a different craft.
This Week: Beaded Fish
Use various pony and seed beads to create a fishy friend. Use it as a bag charm, add it to your keys, decorate your room with a school of beaded fish, the possibilities are endless!
Come to the library for some crafting, creativity, and community. Bring your projects, share tips and tricks, get inspired, and enjoy the company of fellow crafters in a supportive environment. We’d love to see what you’re working on!
Handmade, portable crafts only please.
Join us for Mountain View Library’s 15th Anniversary Celebration! We’re marking 15 years of stories and community at our branch with:
- A festive photo booth with props
- Crafts, games & activities to celebrate the library's birthday
- Popcorn & punch
- A “15-Year Flashback” Movie Marathon featuring films released in 2010 (family-friendly in the afternoon, teen/adult picks in the evening)
All are welcome — come celebrate Mountain View Library’s 15 years in the neighborhood!
Finish your masterpiece in a sociable environment. All ages, all projects welcome. We'd love to see what you are working on.
Do you knit, crochet or sew or are you a beginner looking for a start? We will have lessons for beginning knitters with long-time beloved resident Cleary Donovan. Materials and tools provided.
October
Get creative and make a work of art! We'll have a variety of art supplies to make whatever you want.
Learn about making and trading Artist Trading Cards-- an easy way to express yourself and build up an original art collection. Suggested for ages 10+, but everyone's welcome.
Note: scissors, staining media, small parts, and hot tea (bring your own mug) are available at this program.
Program Note: Seating is limited and first-come, first-serve. Please double check your destination to arrive on time and enjoy the show.
Learn how to make a zine from Rasmuson Foundation Individual Artist Award winner MK and make a zine to take home with you.
Recommended for ages 14+, adult topics may be discussed.
Get creative and make a work of art! We'll have a variety of art supplies to make whatever you want.
Pick up hobbies and crafts you have been procrastinating working on. Get help, get inspired, finish the project.
Come to the library for some crafting, creativity, and community. Bring your projects, share tips and tricks, get inspired, and enjoy the company of fellow crafters in a supportive environment. We’d love to see what you’re working on!
Handmade, portable crafts only please.
November
Get creative and make a work of art! We'll have a variety of art supplies to make whatever you want.
Learn about making and trading Artist Trading Cards-- an easy way to express yourself and build up an original art collection. Suggested for ages 10+, but everyone's welcome.
Note: scissors, staining media, small parts, and hot tea (bring your own mug) are available at this program.
Program Note: Seating is limited and first-come, first-serve. Please double check your destination to arrive on time and enjoy the show.
Get creative and make a work of art! We'll have a variety of art supplies to make whatever you want.
Pick up hobbies and crafts you have been procrastinating working on. Get help, get inspired, finish the project.
Come to the library for some crafting, creativity, and community. Bring your projects, share tips and tricks, get inspired, and enjoy the company of fellow crafters in a supportive environment. We’d love to see what you’re working on!
Handmade, portable crafts only please.
December
Learn how to make a zine from Rasmuson Foundation Individual Artist Award winner MK and make a zine to take home with you.
Recommended for ages 14+, adult topics may be discussed.
Get creative and make a work of art! We'll have a variety of art supplies to make whatever you want.
Learn about making and trading Artist Trading Cards-- an easy way to express yourself and build up an original art collection. Suggested for ages 10+, but everyone's welcome.
Note: scissors, staining media, small parts, and hot tea (bring your own mug) are available at this program.
Program Note: Seating is limited and first-come, first-serve. Please double check your destination to arrive on time and enjoy the show.
Pick up hobbies and crafts you have been procrastinating working on. Get help, get inspired, finish the project.
Get creative and make a work of art! We'll have a variety of art supplies to make whatever you want.
Come to the library for some crafting, creativity, and community. Bring your projects, share tips and tricks, get inspired, and enjoy the company of fellow crafters in a supportive environment. We’d love to see what you’re working on!
Handmade, portable crafts only please.
January
Get creative and make a work of art! We'll have a variety of art supplies to make whatever you want.
Get creative and make a work of art! We'll have a variety of art supplies to make whatever you want.
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