Design a pendant with something you bring from homeโa photograph, image, small itemโwhich you embed in resin to make a dangle.ย This item might be a dried flower, a wing, a seed, or a charm.ย It could be anything not more than 1/4" deep.ย Some materials will be provided.ย Learn to mix resin and pour...
The Iowa City Farmers Market is managed by the Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department. It isย an open-air market held in the Chauncey Swan parking ramp, Chauncey Swan Park, and on E. Washington St. in downtown Iowa City. The market runs from May through October. We strive to serve culturally and economically diverse populations by...
Sharpen your scissors and get ready for winter.ย Learn to fold paper and cut out designs to create one-of-a-kind snowflakes.ย Turn this skill into a new family tradition!ย If you have a favorite pair of paper scissors, bring them along.ย No experience needed.ย Instructor:ย Emma Folsom. Registration is $60 and includes all materials and instruction....
Part 1 of this class, on Sun. Oct. 27, will focus on creating multiple components for this great holiday ornament.ย Participants will use Delica seed beads to create each component.ย Some components may need to be made in between Parts 1 & 2 of this classโyes, there is homework.ย Part 2 of this class, on...
Sunday, October 27, 2024 -2:00pmย toย 4:00pm Storytime Room A ghost? A witch? A skeleton? Or a jack-O-lantern? Come with us in the storytime room and create your own Halloween wonderland! We will provide wooden spoons and other supplies. You just need to spark your imagination and have some spooky fun. Sunday Fun Days are suitable for...
Get ready for a spook-tacular time in our childrenโs art program where creativity meets Halloween fun! In this engaging workshop, kids will craft their very own spooky clay magnets. This program is perfect for young artists who love to get their hands dirty and create something unique and festive. Space is limited; please reserve your...
6:00pmย toย 8:00pm Digital Media Lab Do you knit, crochet, spin, punch needle, embroider? ย Bring your current project and join us the last Thursday of the month for an evening of conversation and fiber arts of all kinds.ย Whether you're new the hobby or a seasoned veteran, all people of any age, gender, or ability are invited!...
Saturday, November 2, 2024 -9:00amย toย 11:00am Bookmobile, Other Donโt toss your Jack-O-Lanterns in the garbageโtoss them from up high instead! This free outdoor event gives your carved creations one last hurrah for the Halloween season. ICM staff will be throwing the pumpkins off the northwest corner of the parking ramp next to Chauncey Swan Park. Drop...
Beppie Weissย will share her drawing experience of the human body. She has drawn and painted hundreds, maybe thousands, of portraits and people drawings, and will help you improve your own drawing skills. Our goal will be to understand how it all comes together, and be able to draw it with more accuracy. There will...
Sunday, November 3, 2024 -2:00pmย toย 4:00pm Storytime Room In November we love to celebrate DINOvember with some fun dino-themed crafts and activities! Stop by to make a custom dinosaur using your handprint! Sunday Fun Days are suitable for all-ages, but younger children should make the crafts together with caregivers. One craft per child please. Los Sunday...
Monday, November 4, 2024 -5:30pmย toย 7:00pm Teen Center Winter is coming, so get ready with this chill, low-key hangout where you can bring a project you're working on, or start something new. We'll have needle punching supplies, yarn, hooks and needles on hand. This is not an instructional class, but there will be help from others...
Join us at the Stanley Museum of Art for an afternoon filled with creativity! We invite children to explore their artistic talents by creating unique self-portrait prints. Using aluminum foil and water markers, kids will learn new techniques and express themselves in vibrant colors. This hands-on activity is perfect for young artists of all skill...
