We are delighted to be hosting an all-ages Taiko perfomance on the library lawn! Taiko is a full-body performance art that blends physicality and musicality, movement and rhythm. Originating in Japan but molded by a globalized world, taiko performances pay homage to ancient rhythms as well as innovate contemporary beats. Bring a blanket to sit on if you’d like.
Mountain River Taiko is a multi-generational community group sharing their love of Japanese drumming in western Massachusetts and beyond for over 10 years. MRT practices at the Bombyx Center for Arts & Equity in Florence, MA and offers performances and workshops. For more information, visit www.mountainrivertaiko.com
Needle-felting club! Come join us for a fun, process-based 5 week series using felt fabric and needle felting to craft. Learn to use wool to make images and sculpt animals, dolls, and creatures from your imagination. Led by artist, Talia Lefton, https://talialefton.com/ No experience needed. Ages 8+, space is limited and registration is required, everyone will receive a supply kit! To register, call: 413-527-1031 or email youthdept@ewmlibrary.org
Needle-felting club! Come join us for a fun, process-based 5 week series using felt fabric and needle felting to craft. Learn to use wool to make images and sculpt animals, dolls, and creatures from your imagination. Led by artist, Talia Lefton, https://talialefton.com/ No experience needed. Ages 8+, space is limited and registration is required, everyone will receive a supply kit! To register, call: 413-527-1031 or email youthdept@ewmlibrary.org
The youth department is in it’s Snail Mail Era! Come join us for a mail art afternoon making and decorating envelopes and letters. All supplies and a limited amount of postage will be provided to mail the art you create!
Come be a part of our teen advisory group! Come help plan our Spooky Afternoon at the Library party and share ideas about what programs the library could have and what we could buy for our collection. Snacks provided, Ages 12+
All ages watercolors will be a relaxing, fun time for anyone of any age to come and participate in. Come alone or with a friend or family or a group–we will have all the supplies and prompts and you’re also free to explore and use the materials in your own way. Come join us for a lovely time!