Upcoming Events

Join us in celebrating our Valparaiso Community School artists at the Valparaiso Branch including a gallery walk, snacks, crafts, and more! 

Have you always wanted to learn how to knit but didn't know where to start?  Have you tried in the past but got stuck on something and had no where to get help?  Join us every other week for a beginner knitting class.

Join us as we dive into the fascinating world of 3D art, exploring the principles of the Rule of Thirds and the expressive beauty of watercolor techniques

You are invited to join Art Barn School of Art instructor and Art Within Reach alumna Leslie Cefali at the Portage Branch for a 6-week class designed for ages 65 and older.

Enjoy snacks and drinks while following guided steps to create an acrylic painting. This month, we will be painting a colorful, rainy scene. 

For ages 6-12.

Registration required.

Create your own beautiful and unique picture with paper strips. 

Come learn how to crochet with us! 

An evening story time with stories, songs, and a simple craft. Pajamas optional. 

You are invited to join Art Barn School of Art instructor and Art Within Reach alumna Leslie Cefali at the Portage Branch for a 6-week class designed for ages 65 and older.

Join us as we read a story about ballet, learn some basic ballet movements & make a fun craft! For ages 4-9.

Registration is required.

Have you always wanted to learn how to knit but didn't know where to start?  Have you tried in the past but got stuck on something and had no where to get help?  Join us every other week for a beginner knitting class.

Come in and paint fowl painting while enjoying some soda or coffee! This program is ran akin to Bob Ross's "The Joy of Painting." For ages 16+ 

Learn about a master artist and create a masterpiece to take home!

We will be learning about the famous artist Gustav Klimt using a scratch-paper technique to create a "golden cat" art piece.

Workshop Class to learn the basics of crochet.  Workshop is designed for those with little or no experience with crochet. Please bring yarn and hook if you are able.

You are invited to join Art Barn School of Art instructor and Art Within Reach alumna Leslie Cefali at the Portage Branch for a 6-week class designed for ages 65 and older.

Learn how to sew felt and make your own small plushie to take home!

Ages 6-12

Registration required. 

Enjoy painting outside in the library garden. Kids of all ages are welcome. Dress to get messy. Registration is required. Wait listed patrons may be able to attend, but will be seated on the ground with lap desks instead of at tables.

You are invited to join Art Barn School of Art instructor and Art Within Reach alumna Leslie Cefali at the Portage Branch for a 6-week class designed for ages 65 and older.

Transform old vinyl records into unique works of art! In this fun workshop, you'll get to paint and design your own vinyl record, expressing your creativity with bold colors and designs.

Dive into the soothing world of color theory and let your creativity flow as you craft your very own color wheel Mandala.  All supplies and snacks are provided.  Registration is required.

Learn about a Master Artist and create a masterpiece of your own to take home!

This month we are learning about Frida Kahlo and her Casa Azul by creating a "blue house" diorama using cardboard and other mixed media!

Have you always wanted to learn how to knit but didn't know where to start?  Have you tried in the past but got stuck on something and had no where to get help?  Join us every other week for a beginner knitting class.

An interactive monthly program geared towards children 5+. This month we will be doing a fun game comparison of Reptiles and Amphibians.  We will also be painting a small turtle.  Registration is required.

Dive into the soothing world of color theory and let your creativity flow as you craft your very own color wheel Mandala.  All supplies and snacks are provided.  Registration is required.