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Tween Night: Watercolor Bookmarks
2025-08-18 18:00:00 2025-08-18 19:00:00 America/New_York Tween Night: Watercolor Bookmarks Tweens ages 9–12 can design their own watercolor bookmarks! Get creative, experiment with color, and take home a handmade piece of art. McDonough Public Library - Storytime Room

Monday, August 18
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-08-18 18:00:00 2025-08-18 19:00:00 America/New_York Tween Night: Watercolor Bookmarks Tweens ages 9–12 can design their own watercolor bookmarks! Get creative, experiment with color, and take home a handmade piece of art. McDonough Public Library - Storytime Room

McDonough Public Library

Storytime Room

Tweens ages 9–12 can design their own watercolor bookmarks! Get creative, experiment with color, and take home a handmade piece of art.

Tweens ages 9–12 are invited to a fun and creative night of painting! In this program, participants will design and paint their own watercolor bookmarks using simple techniques and vibrant colors.

It’s a great way to relax, experiment with art, and leave with something beautiful to keep or give as a gift. All materials will be provided!

AGE GROUP: | Tweens |

EVENT TYPE: | Yarn & Crafts |

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McDonough Public Library
mendy.makowski@henrylibraries.org
Phone: 678-432-5353, ext. 6
Branch manager
Mendy Makowski
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Sat, Aug 02 10:00AM to 2:00PM
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