Candy Reindeer Workshop

Create an adorable reindeer from assorted snack materials, then enjoy eating the festive masterpiece. This hands-on holiday craft activity gives teens ages 11–17 a playful creative project; registration is required.View original

Young participants taste-test snacks and discover which treat won their election, turning a playful vote-counting celebration into a family-friendly library activity. Advance registration is required.View original

Messy, hands-on holiday crafting lets preschoolers create reindeer art with glue, paint, paper, markers, and crayons. Designed for ages 3 to 5, so little makers can explore and create.View original

Shape dried orange slices into a festive seasonal ornament during a hands-on adult craft workshop, creating natural holiday decor with warm citrus color and handmade charm.View original

Children ages 6–11 create clay creatures, design fantasy characters, and make a DIY dragon egg inspired by Reading Dragons & Friends. Registration is required, and each child receives an exclusive collectible card.View original

Children create a cute Rudolph tree ornament with a glowing red nose, using hands-on craft materials for a festive holiday project to take home.View original

Hands-on activities introduce K–8 learners to mammalogy through an ecoExplore badge program, exploring mammals and wildlife observation while completing requirements for a science badge. Registration is required.View original

Paint a handmade holiday card with watercolor techniques guided by local artist Joan Doyle. This adult art workshop centers on festive paper crafting and requires advance registration.View original

Paint a miniature cardinal barn quilt in a hands-on folk-art workshop, using bold geometric patterns and bright red accents. Designed for adults; registration is required.View original

A cheerful seasonal gathering brings holiday snacks, hands-on crafts, and candy together for a relaxed, family-friendly celebration centered on creativity and community.View original

Children create a pumpkin pie craft by listing the people and things that make them happy, turning a hands-on library activity into a cheerful celebration of gratitude and Thanksgiving.View original

Mix simple ingredients into stretchy, peppermint-scented slime, then add festive red and white swirls. This hands-on sensory science experiment invites K–8 students to explore through creative play.View original

Elementary students explore basic circuits and creativity while designing a glowing reindeer ornament. A hands-on seasonal STEM craft introduces young makers to simple electronics.View original

Children ages 5–14 decorate canvas bags with festive holiday stencils, creating reusable keepsakes for books, toys, or treasures. Registration is required for this free hands-on craft program.View original

Personalize a sparkling winter snow globe with miniature scenes, decorations, and swirling glitter in a hands-on workshop. All supplies are provided, and each participant takes home a finished keepsake.View original

Create a glittery tree ornament or colorful suncatcher using pigment dyes in a contained, low-mess children’s craft activity. Registration is required for this free seasonal workshop.View original

Fold ordinary paper into festive holiday decorations and handmade gifts while learning the art of origami. This welcoming winter craft activity encourages all ages and skill levels to create together.View original

A relaxed adult crafting afternoon brings neighbors together for a collaborative yarn bombing community art project. Participants can also bring personal projects and supplies for hands-on making.View original

Children cut colorful paint chips and decorate them with glittery, sparkly details to create festive holiday cards for loved ones in a cheerful, hands-on craft session.View original

Elementary students follow a step-by-step painting activity to create a frosty snowman masterpiece. This hands-on winter art project lets each child take home a colorful creation to display.View original