Events
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.
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.
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?
Grand Opening Party
Please join us for a grand opening party at our new space at 27 Railroad Street in North Canaan, CT.
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
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
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
Collaborative Community Playhouse
Join us in building and decorating a playhouse made of egg cartons in the Pop-up!
Join us at Sheffield Pride
Stop by our table at Sheffield Pride to decorate your own flag!
Jewelry Making
We’ll be crafting unique necklaces, bracelets, and keychains using colorful beads and recycled materials. All materials provided.
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.
Stuffed Animal Houses
This event is full. Kids are invited to design and build cozy stuffed animal houses using recycled materials. Bring your favorite plush buddy and your imagination—we'll provide the rest!
Parents are invited to stay or drop off. Ages 6+
Fidget Bottle Toys
Make a calming fidget bottle with glitter, beads, and other colorful materials. Shake it up and watch the magic happen!
Pollinator Hydration Stations
Celebrate Earth Day by making Pollinator Hydration Stations out of recycled materials! This is a drop in event.
Craft and Dance Party
Kids will make their own dancing ballerinas and colorful ribbon wands, then groove to upbeat music at an exciting dance party. It’s the ultimate mix of fun and imagination- the perfect activity for a day of Region 1 Spring Break Recess!
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Recyled Art Journals
Turn cardboard, scrap paper, and other recycled materials into a one-of-a-kind journal. Perfect for doodling, writing, or collecting ideas!
Space is limited, register here!
Paint Rocks and Seashells at Miles and Smiles for Hadley Walk
Join us to make art and support this amazing local organization!
Minecraft Art (Berkshire Hills School District ½ day)
Bring your favorite Minecraft world to life by crafting a 3D diorama using recycled materials, paper, and paint!
Berkshire Hills School District ½ day)
FREE and perfect for after a half day of school. Space is limited, please register!
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!
Salt Dough Sculptures
Mix, mold, and sculpt with homemade salt dough! Let your creativity take shape as you craft mini masterpieces!
Let's Create Our Favorite Book Character
Celebrate “Take Your Child to the Library” Day with a fun drop-in craft! Kids can create a collage portrait of their favorite book character using cardboard and other recycled materials. Let your imagination bring beloved stories to life!
Make Your Own Sock Doll and Squishy Toy
Design, color, and create your very own soft sock doll and paper squishy toy using paper and simple materials. Perfect for squeezing, playing, and sharing!
FREE, just drop in!
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
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.
Box Friends at Berkshire Food Coop
Create your very own Box Friend! Drop by the Pop-Up at the Berkshire Food Coop to transform recycled boxes into colorful characters. A fun, eco-friendly activity for all ages – let your creativity shine!