Spring Violets (April 2018) Gallery
Christine Thornton returned to the library to teach another fantastic watercolor class for teens and adults – this time they painted spring violets. See some of their creations below:
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Project Tween: Paper Mosaics (March 2018) Gallery
Tweens explored their artistic side by cutting colorful paper, then turning it into a unique paper mosaic. Enjoy the photos! Project Tween is a monthly program geared for youth between 10-14 years old at the Huntley Area Public Library.
Escape the Maze (February 2018) Gallery
Teens had to escape from the maze in a “Maze Runner”-themed escape room. See photos below for the room/maze prior to their triumphant escape!
Watercolor Birch Trees (September 2017) Gallery
Artist, Christine Thornton, returned to the library to teach a watercolor painting class on birch trees. Participants (adults and teens) created lovely, forest settings.
Teen Tuesday: Superhero Training (August 2017) Gallery
Teenage superheroes in training visited the library in August to test and hone their powers!
Teen Tuesday: Simple Screen Printing (August 2017) Gallery
Teens learned how to make simple screen prints using inexpensive materials (embroidery hoops, interior & acrylic paint, and organza fabric). Check out their fabulous designs!
Teen Tuesday: Perler Party (June 2017) Gallery
Teens had fun creating things out of Perler/fusable beads this past June.
Teen Tuesday: Henna (July 2017) Gallery
Our popular henna event/artist is back! Rebecca Huston from Heathen Ink Tattoo returned to decorate area teens with temporary, henna tattoos. Participants also learned how to use the henna applicators to create their own designs. Photos are from our second session (we also offered a session in June of 2017).
Teen Tuesday: Henna (June 2017) Gallery
Our popular henna event/artist is back! Rebecca Huston from Heathen Ink Tattoo returned to decorate area teens with temporary, henna tattoos. Participants also learned how to use the henna applicators to create their own designs.
Arty Valentines February 2017 Gallery
Teens spent an afternoon making arty Valentines this February.