Brand Library and Art Center
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Friday December 5 All Day
Crossings
Curated by Elizabeth Munzón and Mister Toledo, Crossings invites viewers to explore the collective narrative of artists navigating their American identities while honoring their ancestral roots.
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Friday December 5 All Day
Viajero del Tiempo/Time Traveler
ReflectSpace is pleased to present a solo exhibition of first-generation Colombian-American artist Carolyn Castaño.
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Friday December 5 1:00pm - 4:30pm PST
Winter Rocks!
Decorate a rock with a winter-themed design. While supplies last. Ages 5 - 12 years.
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Friday December 5 2:00pm - 4:00pm PST
Family Games
This is a self-directed program created for families to enjoy family time with board games at the library. Six months to age 12.
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Saturday December 6 All Day
Crossings
Curated by Elizabeth Munzón and Mister Toledo, Crossings invites viewers to explore the collective narrative of artists navigating their American identities while honoring their ancestral roots.
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Saturday December 6 All Day
Viajero del Tiempo/Time Traveler
ReflectSpace is pleased to present a solo exhibition of first-generation Colombian-American artist Carolyn Castaño.
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Saturday December 6 9:30am - 10:30am PST
Brand Associates Docent Tour of Brand Library & Art Center
On this tour, Dr. Valerie Taylor will share information about the history of Brand Library as well as the renovation and historic restoration that took place between 2012 and 2014. RSVP required.
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Saturday December 6 10:00am - 2:00pm PST
Build It!
Unleash your creativity! Design, construct, and create with the Library's building materials. For families with children ages 3 to 12.
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Saturday December 6 10:30am - 11:00am PST
Armenian Storytime
Enjoy an Armenian language picture book read-aloud session with rhymes, poems, letter-learning, and games. Ages Birth - 8 years.
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Saturday December 6 12:00pm - 5:00pm PST
Ornament Exchange
Drop in during our open hours to participate in our ornament exchange!
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Saturday December 6 2:00pm - 3:30pm PST
Celebrate the Holidays with Los Rebeldes Románticos
Celebrate the season at Brand with a festive performance by Los Rebeldes Románticos.
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Sunday December 7 All Day
Viajero del Tiempo/Time Traveler
ReflectSpace is pleased to present a solo exhibition of first-generation Colombian-American artist Carolyn Castaño.
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Monday December 8 All Day
Viajero del Tiempo/Time Traveler
ReflectSpace is pleased to present a solo exhibition of first-generation Colombian-American artist Carolyn Castaño.
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Monday December 8 11:00am - 1:30pm PST
Back Alley Painters
Are you passionate about painting or drawing and love connecting with fellow artists? Come join Back Alley Painters*!
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Monday December 8 11:00am - 7:00pm PST
Adaptive Arts
Drop in for self-directed activities for adults with disabilities and their caregivers. This month's crafts theme is: Holiday Ornaments!
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Monday December 8 11:00am - 7:00pm PST
Ornament Exchange
Drop in during our open hours to participate in our ornament exchange!
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Monday December 8 1:30pm - 3:30pm PST
Art Cart
Unleash your creativity! Use your imagination to make unique arts and craft creations using an assortment of supplies. For families with children ages 3 to 12 years.
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Monday December 8 2:00pm - 4:00pm PST
Transportation Time
Drop in for free play with the Library's train set. For families with children ages 3 - 8 years.
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Monday December 8 2:00pm - 3:30pm PST
Literacy Book Club
Join other literacy students for our inaugural Adult Literacy Book Club.
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Monday December 8 2:00pm - 5:00pm PST
Afterschool Art and Game Time
Enjoy table top board games, art, and craft activities. This self-directed program will be held in the main room. Please see staff for additional art materials. While supplies last. Grades 4th - 8th.
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Monday December 8 3:00pm - 4:00pm PST
Tween Time
Looking for a space all your own? Join other tweens and have fun playing board games or exploring exciting STEAM based activities! For grades 4th - 8th
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Monday December 8 3:00pm - 4:00pm PST
Art Cart
Unleash your creativity! Use your imagination to make unique arts and craft creations using an assortment of supplies. For families with children ages 3 to 12.
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Monday December 8 4:00pm - 4:45pm PST
Snowy Shaker Ornament
Craft a wintery scene complete with falling snow inside an ornament. Registration required. Ages 5-12 years.
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Monday December 8 5:00pm - 6:00pm PST
Chess Club
Learn to play chess at the library and enjoy some free play. Ages 5-12.
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Monday December 8 6:30pm - 7:30pm PST
Montrose Book Club
Join our monthly book club for an engaging discussion of our latest selection Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver.
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Tuesday December 9 All Day
Crossings
Curated by Elizabeth Munzón and Mister Toledo, Crossings invites viewers to explore the collective narrative of artists navigating their American identities while honoring their ancestral roots.
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Tuesday December 9 All Day
Viajero del Tiempo/Time Traveler
ReflectSpace is pleased to present a solo exhibition of first-generation Colombian-American artist Carolyn Castaño.
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Tuesday December 9 11:00am - 1:00pm PST
Literacy Class, Level 2
For students with an Intermediate to Advanced level of English acquisition skills. This class covers American culture, current events, reading comprehension, vocabulary, spelling, and grammar skills.
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Tuesday December 9 11:00am - 12:00pm PST
Smithsonian
Join us for a conversation thats sure to warm your heart, as we delve into the legacy of cooking icon Julia Child with Smithsonian curator & public historian Paula J. Johnson.
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Tuesday December 9 11:00am - 2:00pm PST
Little Artists
This fun craft program is designed for little learners who are working on their fine motor skills in a creative way. Ages 18 months-5 years
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Tuesday December 9 11:00am - 7:00pm PST
Adaptive Arts
Drop in for self-directed activities for adults with disabilities and their caregivers. This month's crafts theme is: Holiday Ornaments!
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Tuesday December 9 11:00am - 7:00pm PST
Ornament Exchange
Drop in during our open hours to participate in our ornament exchange!
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Tuesday December 9 1:30pm - 3:30pm PST
Family Coloring
Color at the library! For families with children ages 3 to 12 years.
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Tuesday December 9 1:30pm - 4:30pm PST
Bring Back Canasta
Social club for canasta players.
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Tuesday December 9 1:30pm - 3:30pm PST
Decorate with Washi Tape
Bring personal items to life with decorative washi tape!
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Tuesday December 9 2:00pm - 5:00pm PST
Art Cart
Unleash your creativity! Use your imagination to make unique arts and craft creations using an assortment of supplies. For families with children ages 3 to 12.
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Tuesday December 9 2:00pm - 5:00pm PST
Art Cart
Unleash your creativity! Use your imagination to make unique arts and craft creations using an assortment of supplies. For families with children ages 3 to 12.
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Tuesday December 9 2:00pm - 5:00pm PST
Afterschool Art and Game Time
Enjoy table top board games, art, and craft activities. This self-directed program will be held in the main room. Please see staff for additional art materials. While supplies last. Grades 4th - 8th.
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Tuesday December 9 2:30pm - 4:00pm PST
Gingerbread House Decorating
Take some time to decorate an edible snack in a fun & festive holiday design of your choice. Supplies will be provided. Drop in while supplies last. Ages 3-12
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Tuesday December 9 3:00pm - 5:00pm PST
Build It!
Unleash your creativity! Design, construct, and create with the Library's building materials. For families with children ages 3 to 12 years.
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Wednesday December 10 All Day
Crossings
Curated by Elizabeth Munzón and Mister Toledo, Crossings invites viewers to explore the collective narrative of artists navigating their American identities while honoring their ancestral roots.
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Wednesday December 10 All Day
Viajero del Tiempo/Time Traveler
ReflectSpace is pleased to present a solo exhibition of first-generation Colombian-American artist Carolyn Castaño.
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Wednesday December 10 11:00am - 7:00pm PST
Upcycle Creation To-Go
Come pick up this month's craft at the library while supplies last!
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Wednesday December 10 11:00am - 7:00pm PST
Adaptive Arts
Drop in for self-directed activities for adults with disabilities and their caregivers. This month's crafts theme is: Holiday Ornaments!
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Wednesday December 10 11:00am - 7:00pm PST
Ornament Exchange
Drop in during our open hours to participate in our ornament exchange!
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Wednesday December 10 12:00pm - 1:00pm PST
English Conversation Lounge
An open space for literacy students to practice their English speaking skills with one another.
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Wednesday December 10 2:00pm - 5:00pm PST
Build It!
Unleash your creativity! Design, construct, and create with the Library's building materials. For families with children ages 3 to 12.
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Wednesday December 10 2:00pm - 5:00pm PST
Board Games
Tabletop gaming that's fun for the whole family! Ages 5 - 12 years.
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Wednesday December 10 2:00pm - 8:00pm PST
Upcycle Creation To-Go
*Available for pick up at the library while supplies last.
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Wednesday December 10 3:00pm - 7:00pm PST
Chevy Chase Community Builders
Teens, drop in between 3 and 7pm to earn up to one community service hour/week by working on projects to brighten up the library, by helping us prepare for events, or by creating outreach materials.
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Wednesday December 10 4:00pm - 5:00pm PST
Light It Up!
Create art with light using fun design templates, your imagination, and bright, colorful pegs then lights it up like a neon sign! For families with children ages 4 to 12.
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Wednesday December 10 4:00pm - 5:00pm PST
Teens in Action
Celebrate the magic of winter with our Snowflake Vinyl Painting!
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Wednesday December 10 4:30pm - 6:00pm PST
Chevy Chase Writers Group
This is a social writing group. Write, share, and review your writings!
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Wednesday December 10 5:00pm - 6:00pm PST
STEAM Club
Join as for a creative learning opportunity with the library's technology collection
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Wednesday December 10 5:30pm - 7:00pm PST
Genealogy Research
This workshop will focus on where you can look if you have hit a wall in your genealogy research, in particular if your heritage includes African, Native American, Chinese or Filipino ancestry.
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Thursday December 11 All Day
Crossings
Curated by Elizabeth Munzón and Mister Toledo, Crossings invites viewers to explore the collective narrative of artists navigating their American identities while honoring their ancestral roots.
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Thursday December 11 All Day
Viajero del Tiempo/Time Traveler
ReflectSpace is pleased to present a solo exhibition of first-generation Colombian-American artist Carolyn Castaño.
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Thursday December 11 11:00am - 7:00pm PST
Adaptive Arts
Drop in for self-directed activities for adults with disabilities and their caregivers. This month's crafts theme is: Holiday Ornaments!
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Thursday December 11 11:00am - 7:00pm PST
Ornament Exchange
Drop in during our open hours to participate in our ornament exchange!
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Thursday December 11 1:00pm - 5:00pm PST
Full STEAM Ahead
Drop in and take some time to explore STEAM based activities, games and manipulatives. For families with children ages 18 months to 12 years.
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Thursday December 11 1:00pm - 4:00pm PST
Mah jongg
Come watch. Come learn. Come play. Mahjong is a game of skill, strategy, calculation, and a degree of chance. Players of all levels are welcomed!
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Thursday December 11 2:00pm - 5:00pm PST
Family Games
Open play with the library's assortment of board games. Ages 3-12 .
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Thursday December 11 3:00pm - 5:00pm PST
Art Cart
Unleash your creativity! Use your imagination to make unique arts and craft creations using an assortment of supplies. For families with children ages 3 to 12.
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Thursday December 11 3:30pm - 5:00pm PST
Build It!
Explore your building skills at the library. Ages 2-12 years.
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Thursday December 11 4:00pm - 5:30pm PST
Stitch by Stitch
Learn hand sewing basics with fun felt crafts, no experience necessary! Ages 7-12, registration required.
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Thursday December 11 4:30pm - 5:00pm PST
Sew a Felt Wallet
Learn hand sewing basics with fun felt crafts, no experience necessary! Grades 4th - 8th, registration required.
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Thursday December 11 5:00pm - 7:00pm PST
Needle Felted Hanging Ornament
Needle felt an ornament using wool
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Friday December 12 All Day
Crossings
Curated by Elizabeth Munzón and Mister Toledo, Crossings invites viewers to explore the collective narrative of artists navigating their American identities while honoring their ancestral roots.
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Friday December 12 All Day
Viajero del Tiempo/Time Traveler
ReflectSpace is pleased to present a solo exhibition of first-generation Colombian-American artist Carolyn Castaño.
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Friday December 12 10:30am - 11:00am PST
Bilingual Spanish-English Storytime
Enjoy global language picture book read-aloud sessions in with your Glendale Children's staff.
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Friday December 12 1:00pm - 3:00pm PST
Literacy Class, Level 3
Students with an Intermediate to Advanced level of English acquisition skills are encouraged to participate in this class covering American culture, current events, and reading comprehension.
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Friday December 12 2:00pm - 4:00pm PST
Family Games
This is a self-directed program created for families to enjoy family time with board games at the library. Six months to age 12.
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Friday December 12 4:30pm - 5:30pm PST
Creative Arts
We will illustrate scenes from The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats!
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Saturday December 13 All Day
Crossings
Curated by Elizabeth Munzón and Mister Toledo, Crossings invites viewers to explore the collective narrative of artists navigating their American identities while honoring their ancestral roots.
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Saturday December 13 All Day
Viajero del Tiempo/Time Traveler
ReflectSpace is pleased to present a solo exhibition of first-generation Colombian-American artist Carolyn Castaño.
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Saturday December 13 10:00am - 2:00pm PST
Build It!
Unleash your creativity! Design, construct, and create with the Library's building materials. For families with children ages 3 to 12.
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Saturday December 13 10:30am - 1:30pm PST
Create Beaded Ornaments
Create a felt ornament with Beading!
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Saturday December 13 11:00am - 1:00pm PST
Make Your Mark
Teens, get involved at your library! Earn volunteer hours & show off your skills. Work on projects to brighten the library with your art skills or use your organization skills to prepare for events.
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Saturday December 13 11:00am - 2:00pm PST
Glendale Poet Laureate Poetry Workshop & Reading
Calling all writers! The Glendale Poet Laureate Program invites you on Saturday, December 13, 2025 for the next installment of our workshop-reading series.
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Saturday December 13 12:00pm - 12:45pm PST
Painted Pebble Penguin Shadow Box
Paint a penguin friend and its snowy home in a shadow box. Registration required. Ages 5-12 years
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Saturday December 13 12:00pm - 5:00pm PST
Ornament Exchange
Drop in during our open hours to participate in our ornament exchange!
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Saturday December 13 1:00pm - 4:00pm PST
Glendale Knit and Crochet
Bring your creative yarn based projects to the library for some stitch time! No materials provided, just good company.
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Saturday December 13 2:00pm - 3:30pm PST
Jewel City Knitters
Jewel City Knitters makes and donates knit and crochet items to local, national, and international organizations. All levels of knitters/crocheters are welcome!
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Sunday December 14 All Day
Viajero del Tiempo/Time Traveler
ReflectSpace is pleased to present a solo exhibition of first-generation Colombian-American artist Carolyn Castaño.
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Monday December 15 All Day
Viajero del Tiempo/Time Traveler
ReflectSpace is pleased to present a solo exhibition of first-generation Colombian-American artist Carolyn Castaño.
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Monday December 15 11:00am - 1:30pm PST
Back Alley Painters
Are you passionate about painting or drawing and love connecting with fellow artists? Come join Back Alley Painters*!
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Monday December 15 11:00am - 7:00pm PST
Adaptive Arts
Drop in for self-directed activities for adults with disabilities and their caregivers. This month's crafts theme is: Holiday Ornaments!
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Monday December 15 11:00am - 7:00pm PST
Ornament Exchange
Drop in during our open hours to participate in our ornament exchange!
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Monday December 15 1:30pm - 3:30pm PST
Art Cart
Unleash your creativity! Use your imagination to make unique arts and craft creations using an assortment of supplies. For families with children ages 3 to 12 years.
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Monday December 15 2:00pm - 4:00pm PST
Transportation Time
Drop in for free play with the Library's train set. For families with children ages 3 - 8 years.
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Monday December 15 2:00pm - 5:00pm PST
Afterschool Art and Game Time
Enjoy table top board games, art, and craft activities. This self-directed program will be held in the main room. Please see staff for additional art materials. While supplies last. Grades 4th - 8th.
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Monday December 15 3:00pm - 4:00pm PST
Tinker, Tailor, Make
Tweens, put your artistic skills to use and create to your hearts' content during these craft workshops. For grades 4th - 8th.
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Monday December 15 3:00pm - 4:00pm PST
Art Cart
Unleash your creativity! Use your imagination to make unique arts and craft creations using an assortment of supplies. For families with children ages 3 to 12.