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Dementia: Effective Communication Strategies

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
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Library Branch: Hartland Public Library
Room: Ice Age Trail Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellbeing, Memory Cafe
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Presented by Dr. Susan Wenker, Assistant Professor with the University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Family Medicine and Community Health

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Summer Reading Kickoff

Friday, June 6, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Activities
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Join us for our Library Summer Reading Program Kickoff! Enjoy ice cream, music, yard games, bounce houses, crafts, and fun in the Summer sun! All ages welcome.

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Common Threads

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ice Age Trail Room at Hartland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Calling all knitters, crochet hookers, embroiderers, scrapbookers, leather stampers and any handheld crafters: Join us for an open crafting session at the library!

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Library Branch: Hartland Public Library
Room: Ice Age Trail Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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Calling all knitters, crochet hookers, embroiderers, scrapbookers, leather stampers and any handheld crafters: Join us for an open crafting session at the library!

Disclaimer(s)

Hartland Public Library is committed to providing the highest degree of accessibility within our means. Please call 262-367-3350 prior to any event with any disability-related accommodation requests.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.

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Summer Reading Kickoff

Friday, June 6, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Activities
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

Join us for our Library Summer Reading Program Kickoff! Enjoy ice cream, music, yard games, bounce houses, crafts, and fun in the Summer sun! All ages welcome.

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Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Activities
Event Details:

Join us for our Library Summer Reading Program Kickoff! Enjoy ice cream, music, yard games, bounce houses, crafts, and fun in the Summer sun! All ages welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Hartland Public Library is committed to providing the highest degree of accessibility within our means. Please call 262-367-3350 prior to any event with any disability-related accommodation requests.

Caregivers are encouraged to attend programming with their participating children.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.

String Pull Art

Monday, June 9, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Ice Age Trail Room at Hartland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Ages: 12-17

Want to see how string can be used to make beautiful artwork? Join us as we create fantastic art with only string and paint! Registration is preferred.

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Library Branch: Hartland Public Library
Room: Ice Age Trail Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages: 12-17

Want to see how string can be used to make beautiful artwork? Join us as we create fantastic art with only string and paint! Registration is preferred.

Disclaimer(s)

Hartland Public Library is committed to providing the highest degree of accessibility within our means. Please call 262-367-3350 prior to any event with any disability-related accommodation requests.

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.

Hanging Yarn Art

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Ice Age Trail Room at Hartland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Learn a basic macrame stitch and craft a unique piece of décor for your home! All supplies provided. Registration encouraged. 

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Library Branch: Hartland Public Library
Room: Ice Age Trail Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn a basic macrame stitch and craft a unique piece of décor for your home! All supplies provided. Registration encouraged. 

Disclaimer(s)

Hartland Public Library is committed to providing the highest degree of accessibility within our means. Please call 262-367-3350 prior to any event with any disability-related accommodation requests.

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.

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Bad Art Night

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Bark River Room at Hartland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Activities
Age Group:
Children

Join us for Bad Art Night! Let your creativity shine and and don't worry about your skills! Embrace the imperfections and enjoy a relaxed evening of fun and laughter. All art supplies will be provided.

Upcoming
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Registration Required
Library Branch: Hartland Public Library
Room: Bark River Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Bad Art Night! Let your creativity shine and and don't worry about your skills! Embrace the imperfections and enjoy a relaxed evening of fun and laughter. All art supplies will be provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.

knitting needles and crochet hooks

Common Threads

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ice Age Trail Room at Hartland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Calling all knitters, crochet hookers, embroiderers, scrapbookers, leather stampers and any handheld crafters: Join us for an open crafting session at the library!

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Library Branch: Hartland Public Library
Room: Ice Age Trail Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Calling all knitters, crochet hookers, embroiderers, scrapbookers, leather stampers and any handheld crafters: Join us for an open crafting session at the library!

Disclaimer(s)

Hartland Public Library is committed to providing the highest degree of accessibility within our means. Please call 262-367-3350 prior to any event with any disability-related accommodation requests.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.

Nature Art

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Ice Age Trail Room at Hartland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Some of the most beautiful art supplies can be found right outside your door! In this program, we’ll use leaves, pinecones, flowers, and more to create unique works of art.

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Hartland Public Library
Room: Ice Age Trail Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Some of the most beautiful art supplies can be found right outside your door! In this program, we’ll use leaves, pinecones, flowers, and more to create unique works of art.

Disclaimer(s)

Hartland Public Library is committed to providing the highest degree of accessibility within our means. Please call 262-367-3350 prior to any event with any disability-related accommodation requests.

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.

A white t-shirt has had it's front section and sleeves removed, leaving only the neck elastic and the back section, making it look like a cape. It is decorated with paper cutout dinosaurs, colored shapes, yarn, and stickers.

Super T-Shirt Capes

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bark River Room at Hartland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Activities
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Got an old shirt that's got no more life in it? That's what you think! Bring one to the library, and make it into your very own Super Cape!

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Hartland Public Library
Room: Bark River Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Got an old shirt that's got no more life in it? That's what you think! Bring one to the library, and make it into your very own Super Cape!

Disclaimer(s)

Caregivers are encouraged to attend programming with their participating children.

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.

Beginner's Spanish Program for Kids

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Bark River Room at Hartland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Music, Games & Fun, Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Join us and discover the joy of learning Spanish through stories, music, and activities. Registration encouraged. Recommended ages 5-8.

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Library Branch: Hartland Public Library
Room: Bark River Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music, Games & Fun, Storytime & Early Literacy
Event Details:

Join us and discover the joy of learning Spanish through stories, music, and activities. Registration encouraged. Recommended ages 5-8.

Beginner's Spanish Program for Kids

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Bark River Room at Hartland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Music, Games & Fun, Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Join us and discover the joy of learning Spanish through stories, music, and activities. Registration encouraged. Recommended ages 5-8.

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Library Branch: Hartland Public Library
Room: Bark River Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music, Games & Fun, Storytime & Early Literacy
Event Details:

Join us and discover the joy of learning Spanish through stories, music, and activities. Registration encouraged. Recommended ages 5-8.

String Art

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Ice Age Trail Room at Hartland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Use pins and string to connect the dots into a work of art! Follow our examples or create your own design. All supplies provided, registration encouraged.

Open
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hartland Public Library
Room: Ice Age Trail Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Use pins and string to connect the dots into a work of art! Follow our examples or create your own design. All supplies provided, registration encouraged.

Disclaimer(s)

Hartland Public Library is committed to providing the highest degree of accessibility within our means. Please call 262-367-3350 prior to any event with any disability-related accommodation requests.

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.

Paper towel roll is partially wrapped in decorated paper and tin foil. One end is covered with paper and a tiny hole is poked in its center.

Pinhole Camera Obscuras

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bark River Room at Hartland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Activities
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Did you know that you can make a camera out of a toilet paper roll? 

Learn how here!

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Library Branch: Hartland Public Library
Room: Bark River Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Did you know that you can make a camera out of a toilet paper roll? 

Learn how here!

Disclaimer(s)

Caregivers are encouraged to attend programming with their participating children.

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.

Beginner's Spanish Program for Kids

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Bark River Room at Hartland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Music, Games & Fun, Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Join us and discover the joy of learning Spanish through stories, music, and activities. Registration encouraged. Recommended ages 5-8.

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Library Branch: Hartland Public Library
Room: Bark River Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music, Games & Fun, Storytime & Early Literacy
Event Details:

Join us and discover the joy of learning Spanish through stories, music, and activities. Registration encouraged. Recommended ages 5-8.

Beginner's Spanish Program for Kids

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Bark River Room at Hartland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Music, Games & Fun, Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Join us and discover the joy of learning Spanish through stories, music, and activities. Registration encouraged. Recommended ages 5-8.

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Library Branch: Hartland Public Library
Room: Bark River Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music, Games & Fun, Storytime & Early Literacy
Event Details:

Join us and discover the joy of learning Spanish through stories, music, and activities. Registration encouraged. Recommended ages 5-8.

Coloring Book Club

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Ice Age Trail Room at Hartland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Need a break from the busy days of Summer? Come practice mindfulness with us! We’ll provide the adult coloring pages and the art supplies, you bring your creative spirit!

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Library Branch: Hartland Public Library
Room: Ice Age Trail Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Need a break from the busy days of Summer? Come practice mindfulness with us! We’ll provide the adult coloring pages and the art supplies, you bring your creative spirit!

Disclaimer(s)

Hartland Public Library is committed to providing the highest degree of accessibility within our means. Please call 262-367-3350 prior to any event with any disability-related accommodation requests.

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.

A small lamp made out of laminated paper, a magnet, and an LED light, is stuck to the top of a school locker. It is covered in swirling blue stripes and patterns drawn on with a marker.

Locker Lamps

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bark River Room at Hartland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Activities
Age Group:
Tweens

Come and put together just about the coolest locker decoration you can make: the Locker Lamp!

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Hartland Public Library
Room: Bark River Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come and put together just about the coolest locker decoration you can make: the Locker Lamp!

Disclaimer(s)

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.

Beginner's Spanish Program for Kids

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Bark River Room at Hartland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Music, Games & Fun, Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Join us and discover the joy of learning Spanish through stories, music, and activities. Registration encouraged. Recommended ages 5-8.

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Library Branch: Hartland Public Library
Room: Bark River Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music, Games & Fun, Storytime & Early Literacy
Event Details:

Join us and discover the joy of learning Spanish through stories, music, and activities. Registration encouraged. Recommended ages 5-8.

Beginner's Spanish Program for Kids

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Bark River Room at Hartland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Music, Games & Fun, Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Join us and discover the joy of learning Spanish through stories, music, and activities. Registration encouraged. Recommended ages 5-8.

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Library Branch: Hartland Public Library
Room: Bark River Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music, Games & Fun, Storytime & Early Literacy
Event Details:

Join us and discover the joy of learning Spanish through stories, music, and activities. Registration encouraged. Recommended ages 5-8.

Diamond Dot Painting

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Ice Age Trail Room at Hartland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Want to paint by numbers, but without the paint? Diamond Dot art is a craft that uses small, gem-like dots to create a picture! Supplies will be provided but limited. Registration is encouraged.

Open
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hartland Public Library
Room: Ice Age Trail Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to paint by numbers, but without the paint? Diamond Dot art is a craft that uses small, gem-like dots to create a picture! Supplies will be provided but limited. Registration is encouraged.

Disclaimer(s)

Hartland Public Library is committed to providing the highest degree of accessibility within our means. Please call 262-367-3350 prior to any event with any disability-related accommodation requests.

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.

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Writing Prompts Extravaganza

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bark River Room at Hartland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Activities
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

Have some fun with drawing and writing with a variety of activities to amuse and inspire! Draw with your eyes closed, make crazy exaggerated stories, and more.

Upcoming
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Registration Required
Library Branch: Hartland Public Library
Room: Bark River Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have some fun with drawing and writing with a variety of activities to amuse and inspire! Draw with your eyes closed, make crazy exaggerated stories, and more.

knitting needles and crochet hooks

Common Threads

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ice Age Trail Room at Hartland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Calling all knitters, crochet hookers, embroiderers, scrapbookers, leather stampers and any handheld crafters: Join us for an open crafting session at the library!

View Details
Library Branch: Hartland Public Library
Room: Ice Age Trail Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Calling all knitters, crochet hookers, embroiderers, scrapbookers, leather stampers and any handheld crafters: Join us for an open crafting session at the library!

Disclaimer(s)

Hartland Public Library is committed to providing the highest degree of accessibility within our means. Please call 262-367-3350 prior to any event with any disability-related accommodation requests.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.

Beginner's Spanish Program for Kids

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Bark River Room at Hartland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Music, Games & Fun, Storytime & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

Join us and discover the joy of learning Spanish through stories, music, and activities. Registration encouraged. Recommended ages 5-8.

View Details
Library Branch: Hartland Public Library
Room: Bark River Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music, Games & Fun, Storytime & Early Literacy
Event Details:

Join us and discover the joy of learning Spanish through stories, music, and activities. Registration encouraged. Recommended ages 5-8.

Coping with Stress through Journaling

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ice Age Trail Room at Hartland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellbeing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Presented by Waukesha County Public Health

Open
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hartland Public Library
Room: Ice Age Trail Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellbeing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Presented by Waukesha County Public Health

Disclaimer(s)

Hartland Public Library is committed to providing the highest degree of accessibility within our means. Please call 262-367-3350 prior to any event with any disability-related accommodation requests.

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.

A cartoon drawing of a man with a tan fedora hat, long brown hair, a thin beard, and a bright green button-down shirt.

Do Art! Kids Workshop

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Within Library at Hartland Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Family Activities
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Travelling art performers Chet and Jerry are coming to show your kids how to Do Art! 

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Library Branch: Hartland Public Library
Room: Within Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Activities
Event Details:

Travelling art performers Chet and Jerry are coming to show your kids how to Do Art! 

Disclaimer(s)

Staff often take photos or videos during Library classes, programs, and events. The Library may use these photos/videos for publicity in print, on social media, and on our website. If you do not want a photo/video of yourself or your child taken, please inform the person in charge immediately prior to the event taking place.