• Craft Hour: Perler Bead Bracelets (Grades 3 & Up)

    Get ready to mix, match, and create your own unique style at Craft Hour! This time we’re making Perler Bead Bracelets—a fun and colorful twist on the classic craft. 🎉 Design your bracelet with your favorite colors and patterns, then we’ll fuse them into wearable ...more

  • Craft Hour: Ice Cube Painting (Grades K–5)

    Cool off and get creative at Craft Hour with Ice Cube Painting! We’ll be using frozen “chalk” made from ice and washable paint to create colorful, melty masterpieces on paper. 🧊🌈 It’s a fun and sensory-friendly way to explore art, color mixing, and creativity—perfect for ...more

  • Pre-K Story Time: Parachutes

    Note: We will go outside this week, weather permitting! Join us for Story Time—designed especially for Pre-K kids and their grown-ups!Each Friday from 9:30 to 10:00 a.m., we explore a fun new theme through stories and hands-on crafts that spark creativity and learning. What to ...more

  • Comic Book Workshop: Ages 12-18

    Graphic novel and comic book fans—this one’s for you! Teens ages 12 to 18 are invited to a free Comic Book Workshop led by Do Art Productions, a creative company based in Illinois. Participants will learn the basics of comic creation—from designing expressive characters to ...more

  • Sand Painter Artist Reception: All Ages Welcome

    Join us for a special artist reception honoring Roberta Barnes, the Sand Painter's featured Artist of the Month. A native Nebraskan, Roberta shares her deep appreciation for the beauty of the Great Plains through stunning oil paintings inspired by the landscapes of both her Columbus ...more

  • Craft Hour: Kusama Watermelon Kollage (Grades 3 & Up)

    Get inspired by the bold, dot-filled style of artist Yayoi Kusama and create a juicy masterpiece! In this Craft Hour, kids will use the concept of pointillism—creating images with dots of color—to design their own Watermelon Kollage. With paint, paper, and lots of dots, we’ll ...more

  • Craft Hour: Bug Jar Glitter Globe (Grades K-5)

    Join us for a sparkly spin on nature! During this Craft Hour, kids will create their very own Bug Jar Glitter Globe. We’ll provide all the materials needed, so kids can let their creativity shine while crafting a globe that’s part science, part art, and ...more

  • Pre-K Story Time: Watermelons

    Join us for Story Time—designed especially for Pre-K kids and their grown-ups!Each Friday from 9:30 to 10:00 a.m., we explore a fun new theme through stories and hands-on crafts that spark creativity and learning. What to Expect: Themed Story Time: Listen to an engaging story ...more

  • Craft Hour: Rocket Racers (Grades 3 & Up)

    Ready to blast off? In this hands-on Craft Hour, kids will build their very own Rubber Band Rockets using paper tubes, rubber bands, and a little engineering creativity! These simple but exciting rockets are powered by tension and launch with a satisfying whoosh. It’s a ...more

  • Craft Hour: Sun Spinners (GradesK-5)

    Get ready to brighten your day with a burst of color! During this Craft Hour, kids will create their own Sun Spinner—a vibrant paper craft that twirls and spins in the light. With bold colors and fun patterns, these sunny spinners are perfect for hanging ...more