The Lewiston Public Library, in partnership with ArtVan, is set to offer art programs this summer for children ages 5-14 at 3 p.m. on Mondays July 10, 17, 24 and Aug. 7, 14, 21, 28 in Kennedy Park, 120 Park St.
Children aged 5-8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Participation in this drop-in event counts towards the library’s summer reading program. The program runs from Monday, June 26 to Friday, Aug. 18, with the theme of Read, Make, and Explore. Participants are encouraged to not only to read or listen to books but also make a new craft or recipe or explore a favorite place in the city or a new landmark in the state, according to a news release from the library.
ArtVan is a mobile art program that brings hands-on creative art opportunities for self-expression, personal growth and fun. Its projects aim to inspire art-making with a variety of materials to explore. ArtVan programs engage all age groups, encourage time outside, reduce screen time, help youth stay connected, diminish stress, and provide release for unvented expressions of emotions, such as loss and confusion.
ArtVan began in 2004 and has provided therapeutic art and strengths-based programs to under-resourced neighborhoods.
Make Art with ArtVan is free, open to the public, and no registration is required. All art supplies will be provided.
For more information, contact the library at 207-513-3133 or [email protected].