Gift Bag Decorating

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

Fold ordinary paper into intricate winter decorations and handmade holiday gifts in an accessible origami workshop. Beginners and experienced makers ages eight and up can learn traditional paper-folding techniques together.View original

Christmas stories read by a festive visitor from the North Pole bring children into the holiday spirit, with time afterward for photos with Mrs. Claus.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

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

Paint a whimsical opossum with local artist Carey Phillips in a guided, supplies-provided art workshop. Open to ages 13 and up; registration is required and space is limited.View original

Paint and embellish wooden ornaments with markers, colorful paints, and decorative details in a relaxed, hands-on crafting session. All supplies are provided, and no registration is required.View original

A hands-on paper craft session teaches children and teens to fold and cut intricate snowflake patterns, exploring symmetry and creative design in a relaxed library setting.View original

Create blue winter snowflakes with soft pom-poms and jewel embellishments, adding shimmer and color to seasonal decorations in a playful, hands-on activity for young crafters.View original

Turn old book pages into festive ornaments with hot glue and a playful, eco-friendly DIY craft session. No artistic experience needed—just bring a willingness to experiment and laugh through the creative chaos.View original

Learn step by step to transform loose pages into a handcrafted journal, sketchbook, or mini storybook. All materials are provided, and beginners ages 10 and up are welcome.View original

Follow a guided, step-by-step sunset painting tutorial designed for beginners, with a relaxed creative session that helps high school students build confidence using color and basic painting techniques.View original

Children use real fall leaves to decorate an adorable hedgehog friend in a hands-on seasonal craft activity. Advance registration is required for this library program.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

Children build reading confidence by reading aloud for a 15-minute session with a therapy dog in a safe, encouraging setting where mistakes are met without criticism or correction.View original

A playful early literacy gathering pairs picture books and songs with a hands-on craft or activity for children ages 2–5, encouraging imagination, listening, and creative participation.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

Teens create colorful faux stained glass holiday designs that glow in the light, combining hands-on creativity with a festive art project to brighten any space.View original

Create a personalized holiday wreath in a relaxed, hands-on decorating workshop for adults. This low-cost seasonal craft program offers an approachable way to make festive décor and connect with the community.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