Museums, galleries, theater, dance, and cultural events in Chinle, AZ. Feed your creative side.
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It’s May-ker Month at the Children’s Museum! Drop by the Star Bar on the 2nd floor and dive into hands-on, tactile fun at our pop-up Weaving Discovery Station! Explore different weaving techniques, experiment with looms, braid and unravel, lace up geoboards, and even weave colorful designs onto...
<p>Try your hand at a low-stakes craft night. This month we'll make our own zentangle abstract art with pen and paper. The repeated patterns in zentangle and its philosophy of embracing mistakes makes this art form a wonderful exercise in mindfulness.</p>
Children 8-12 years old are invited to join us once a month to create Fantastic Art! We will look at different mediums and techniques of art at each meeting. This month's project is Marbled Paper.
Explore the world of art in 3 dimensions. Design, build and create various sculptures with wire. What unique creations can you come up with?
<p>Interested in picking up a new hobby? Meeting new people that share your interests? Then bring your current project or excitement to learn! Engage in monthly crochet patterns or experiment with varying craft supplies. Communal supplies is available for crocheting and crafting. <strong>Open to...
"Cats in Art and Their Companions" Who loved these cats? Meet Armellino, Sita, Raminou, Zizi and the artists who painted them. Let's explore how cats were portrayed artistically by 30 artists, with a focus on artists who lived with cats, to see if we can read relationships in their paintings....
<p>Complete a featured sewing project following step-by-step instructions from our instructor. Come learn together and meet other sewers.</p><p>Note: Registration is needed due to the limited number of machines. A THINKspot waiver must be signed before using library equipment.</p><p>Please watch...
Join us every Wednesday for Crafts & Laughs, designed especially for folks 9+. Every week we'll have a new craft or game, and lots of time to hang out and have fun. Younger folks welcome with active adults to help out!
Do you want to try a different type of art each month? Come learn about color and technique as we experiment with different mediums. This month we will make a fun rainbow bird cartoon painting. Registration required.
Join MACH1 in the Children's Department to create your own 8-bit style animation! Participants will learn how to use a pixel animation app to create a fun flower gif! This program is designed for children ages 8-17. Space is limited - first come, first served. Do you require an accommodation...
Discover the rich culture and history of the Chinese Zodiac while painting your own watercolor snake for 2026!
<div>Did you inherit or purchase a sewing machine that’s been sitting unused at home? Bring your personal sewing machine to the library and learn some sewing basics by working on a simple project. </div><div> </div><div>Note: If you do not have your own machine, or do not wish to bring...
Adults! Come and create with us. This program starts at 1:00 and will give you enough time to finish the project by our end. Do you require an accommodation to participate in a Phoenix Public Library program, service, or activity? Call 602-262-4636, TTY 711, or submit your request in person or...
Do you love crafts? Join us for Crafternoon and get creative at the library! Make a fun craft to take home. Supplies are all provided but space is limited. Ideal for school-aged children but remember to bring a grown-up if you’re under 8. ¿Te gustan las artesanías? ¡Acompáñanos para Crafternoon y...
Did you know you can paint with salt? Learn this Japanese watercolor technique of salt painting to create beautiful Koi Fish themed artwork. All participants will have the opportunity to make prints that they can take home! All supplies are provided, but space is limited. Ages 6-12. Registration...
<p>Discover a simple printmaking technique using aluminum foil! Create your own design, add ink, and pull a unique print in this quick, hands-on craft session. No experience needed—supplies provided.</p><p><strong>Registration is required. This program is for ages 18 and...
<p>Join us as we explore the exciting world of STEAM! Each month we’ll focus on a new topic—like robotics, forensic science, digital art, or geometry—through hands-on activities and creative experiments. This month: Galaxy Painting</p>
<p>Join us for a guided crochet-along where we’ll work on the same pattern, each creating our own piece, while learning together. This group is perfect for those with basic crochet knowledge who want to build their skills and enjoy crocheting in a fun, supportive environment. Supplies are...
Join MACH1 in the Children's Department for a hands-on class where we'll combine DIY bookmaking and printmaking. We'll start by learning how to fold and assemble a simple journal that's a variation on an accordion book. Then we'll use craft foam to create custom stamps for the covers. No artistic...
<p>Can we think of a 21st century Arizona through expressions of place inherent in Arizona’s Indigenous arts? In this presentation, Nanibaa Beck focuses on the representation of place that Indigenous artists in Arizona are making in their art. From jewelry, to weaving, to photography, the lived...
Teens 12-18 come join us for an engaging craft experience every week. From beading to sculpting and lots of things in between. Bring your energy, imagination, and a desire to create and help us make something exciting! Meet new creative friends and share ideas as we fill the Teen room with arts and.
<p>Whether you're a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, join us for a fun and relaxed crochet class. Learn the basics, work on creative projects, and enjoy a welcoming space to stitch and socialize. Supplies are provided, and all skill levels are welcome.</p>
<p>Join us to create a masterpiece (or two) while listening to different styles of music. If the music is slow and soft, try and paint that way. If the music is fast and energetic, try and paint that way. Any way you choose to paint is the right way. All materials will be provided.</p>
Love to knit, crochet, quilt or embroider? Want to connect with others while working on your fiber arts project? Network, craft, and relax with Stitch'n Time! Please bring your own materials as this is a free flowing work group.
Do you like to knit, crochet, or craft? Come in, sit a spell, and work on your latest project while enjoying the company of other crafters.
Crafters Unite! Come by for an hour of crafting and conversation. Bring any project you are working on and create with others as they work on their projects. This is a Drop-In Program, No Registration Required.
:<br /> Collage Club is a craft series celebrating the art of cutting and sticking. Join us for monthly themes with a variety of collage projects and activities. Paper, glue, scissors, markers and more will be provided. Feel free to bring your own additional supplies. Registration required for all..
<p>Create your own one-of-a-kind buttons using recycled materials or design your own with the library's art supplies. Teens, ages 12-18, can learn how to design and create unique buttons that match their style and interests. All materials will be provided for this activity.</p>
Join us at Palo Verde Library every Tuesday for a STEAM activity, art project, game day, or another fun activity! *This program is best for ages 5 and up. Do you require an accommodation to participate in a Phoenix Public Library program, service, or activity? Call 602-262-4636, TTY 711, or...
<p>Discover new artistic mediums and build confidence in your creativity as you’re guided through a simple, step-by-step process to create your own beautiful masterpiece. No experience is needed — we’ll break everything down into easy, manageable steps so you can relax, have fun, and enjoy the...
Fun Van is a parenting education program supported by First Things First in the Pinal Region. Parents and caregivers of children ages 0-5 attend our free, 1.5 hours classes together in 8 consecutive week cycles at a variety of locations across Pinal County. At each class, children enjoy art...
Fun Van is a parenting education program supported by First Things First in the Pinal Region. Parents and caregivers of children ages 0-5 attend our free, 1.5 hours classes together in 8 consecutive week cycles at a variety of locations across Pinal County. At each class, children enjoy art...
Join us at the library to play Minecraft! We will collaborate on building projects and compete in friendly challenges. Space is limited, so registration is recommended.
If you love reading Romance, then this is the group for you. We meet monthly. For each month read a romance novel that centers around a certain romance theme and come tell us about it and why you chose it. We will also talk about the different themes in the romance genre and discuss future book...
We'll provide the supplies, you provide the creativity! *This program includes the use of scissors, Mod Podge glue, and fine motor control skills.*
<p>We continue our Cozy Mystery Book Club. Every month the club read a cozy mystery that is the first one in a series. You may in person to the program, or attend virtually using Microsoft Teams. Contact Judy Coon to get the Team sign-in information.</p><p>This month's selection is...
<p>Play with your child and explore, create, and investigate with a variety of themed imagination stations. This program enables children to expand socialization and imagination skills! Best for birth- 5 years.</p>
Are you a book lover who's looking for a discussion group that meets in the evening? Do you want to pick your own books and share your latest finds with other book lovers? We've got the group for you - our Night Owl Book Club! Bring in a book you read last month and tell us about it! Better yet,...
Please join us at the Joyner-Green Valley Library Book Club for an open discussion on a wide variety of titles ranging from fiction to non-fiction. *Every third Monday of the month, except when there's a holiday (fourth Monday of the month).* Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt
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<p>Fashion your own hummingbird feeder from copper wire and upcycled wine bottles—decorated as you see fit with glass paints and more! All materials will be provided, but attendees are also welcome to bring a bottle of their own.</p><p><em>This event is for <strong>Adults</strong>, aged 18 and...