Events

Early Risers
Nov
8

Early Risers

This gentle, playful session is designed for children and their caregivers, featuring simple art and creative play activities to spark curiosity and exploration. Adults must accompany children. All materials provided.

Pay what you can/Donation based.

Space is limited. Please register in advance.

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Holiday Cards - An Adult Crafting Event
Nov
24

Holiday Cards - An Adult Crafting Event

Sponsored by The Douglas Library, please join us in making holiday greeting cards for our loved ones! This event is for adults. Please call the library, (860) 824-7863, to register.

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Something From Nothing: Art Exhibition
Oct
1
to Oct 31

Something From Nothing: Art Exhibition

You're invited to view pieces made by Canaan Kids Artspace’s Art Club- children 6-10, at The Douglas Library for the month of October. Each piece in this show was chosen by the artist themselves, a reflection of both their creativity and their pride in turning discarded materials into art.

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Community Open Studio
Sep
27

Community Open Studio

Join us for a relaxed, creative two-hour session open to all ages (including adults without children)! Bring your own art project or get inspired using our wide variety of supplies. Children must be accompanied by an adult. This is a welcoming space to make, explore, and connect.

Register here. Pay what you can, $10 suggested.

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Community Open Studio
Sep
27

Community Open Studio

Join us for a relaxed, creative two-hour session open to all ages (including adults without children)! Bring your own art project or get inspired using our wide variety of supplies. Children must be accompanied by an adult. This is a welcoming space to make, explore, and connect.

Register here. Pay what you can, $10 suggested.

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Design Challenge! What can you make from your mystery box?
Sep
14

Design Challenge! What can you make from your mystery box?

Must Register! Space is limited. Ages 6+

Caregivers are invited to stay or drop-off.

Donation/Pay-what-you-can, $10 suggested.

Design Challenge: What can you make from your mystery box?

Are you ready to flex your creative muscles? Join us for the Design Challenge event, where your imagination is put to the test! Get your very own mystery box filled with random items and see what masterpieces you can create. Let your creativity run wild as you craft, design, and build something unique from the contents of your box. Come showcase your innovative skills and have a blast with fellow creators. Are you up for the challenge?

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Saturday Early Risers
Sep
6

Saturday Early Risers

Your kids are up anyway... come hang out with us, do some coloring and grab a coffee at Ilse or a smoothie from Homegrown.

Maybe both.

We’ll start the day together.

Must register. Pay what you can, $10 suggested.

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Potion Play!
Jul
25

Potion Play!

Join us to play and make your own magic potions! Mix and match ingredients to put together whatever potion you want.

Fridays, July 11, 18, & 25 in the Pop-up

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Potion Play!
Jul
18

Potion Play!

Join us to play and make your own magic potions! Mix and match ingredients to put together whatever potion you want.

Fridays, July 11, 18, & 25 in the Pop-up

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Potion Play!
Jul
11

Potion Play!

Join us to play and make your own magic potions! Mix and match ingredients to put together whatever potion you want.

Fridays, July 11, 18, & 25 in the Pop-up

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Art Journals!
May
22

Art Journals!

Turn cardboard, scrap paper, and other recycled materials into a one-of-a-kind art journal! Perfect for doodling, writing, or collecting ideas! This program is presented by Canaan Kids Art Space. Bring your creativity and explore materials to create a unique art journal all your own. All necessary materials will be provided, but if you have recycled materials you want to use or share, you are welcome to bring them.

Sign up is encouraged, but drop ins are welcome.

Participants under 6 years old must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for the duration of the program. Participants under 12 must have a parent or guardian on library premises for the duration of the program.

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Make art like Eric Carle!
Mar
8

Make art like Eric Carle!

Join us at the David M. Hunt Library to celebrate Eric Carle! Explore his beloved books, discover his art process, and create your own tissue paper collage animals. A hands-on adventure for young artists and book lovers!

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Make a House For Your Stuffed Animal (Berkshire Hills School District ½ day)
Jan
15

Make a House For Your Stuffed Animal (Berkshire Hills School District ½ day)

Build a cozy room for your favorite stuffed animal using cardboard, fabric scraps, and other upcycled items. A fun project for imaginative play!

FREE and perfect for after a half day of school.

Space is limited, must register below:

https://berkshire.coop/events-1/2024/12/26/canaan-kids-artspace-collab-stuffed-animal-houses

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Bottlecap Magnets!
Jan
11

Bottlecap Magnets!

Join us for a fun and eco-friendly craft session where kids can turn jar and bottle lids into colorful, one-of-a-kind magnets! We'll provide all the supplies—just bring your creativity. All ages welcome.

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