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Boyce Thompson Arboretum: Desert Plants and Vistas – A Watercolor Course

Boyce Thompson Arboretum 37615 E. Arboretum Way, Superior

We warmly invite you to tap into your creative potential amidst the Arboretum’s soothing eucalyptus and resilient succulents. In this enriching watercolor course, guided by the accomplished Christin Quissell, you’ll discover the artful design elements that the desert itself offers—from lines and shapes to contrasting patterns. Master watercolor techniques like wet-in-wet and glazing, all skill...

$90 – $100

💡 Yavapai County Free Library District: Teen Musician Mechanics

Yavapai County Free Library District - Camp Verde Community Library 130 Black Bridge Rd., Camp Verde

Teen Musician Mechanics takes place on Saturdays at 10:00 am in Camp Verde Community Library's Teen Library. TMM will be focused on the nuts-and-bolts side of musical instruments, in a literal sense: repairing, modifying, maintaining, and experimenting. From learning to restring a guitar, to repairing internal wiring, TMM will give newer players agency over their instrument and allow...

Free

Yuma County Library System: Balloon Animal 101

Yuma County Library District - Heritage Library 350 Third Ave., Yuma

No clowning around...learn the art of balloon animal making! It looks complicated, but we’ll break it down into simple steps and you’ll have your own balloon zoo in no time! All materials and instructions provided. Ages 10-17 only. First come first serve, while supplies last.

Free

Tynkertopia: Introduction to Origami

Tynkertopia, Inc. 3330 E. Elder Dr., Flagstaff

Explore the art of folding paper! Learn the basics of folding technique and reading diagrams. Depending on student experience level and interest, activities may include folding easy flowers and animals to more complex designs, including modular origami models. Along the way, students can experience basic geometry concepts through hands-on activity. All materials provided by Tynkertopia....

$35

Maricopa County Library District: Making and Playing Simple Percussion Instruments

MCLDAZ - Ed Robson Library 9330 E. Riggs Rd., Sun Lakes

Budding percussionists of all ages will learn how to make and play simple percussion instruments from wood and items found around the home. At the beginning of the workshop our presenters will help class participants make simple instruments using everyday objects. The workshop will end with a brief concert performed by all the new percussionists!

Free

Yuma County Library System: Intro to Digital Art

Yuma County Library District - Foothills Library 13226 E. South Frontage Rd., Yuma

Patrons will learn about graphic design related concepts such as layering and working with digital brush tools, while creating a Jason Naylor-inspired digital art piece that will focus on spreading positivity through creative technology. Supplies will be provided, but limited. Ages 10 and up.

Free

Sierra Vista Public Library: Secret Codes & Ciphers – Caesar, Mexican, & Pigpen Ciphers

Sierra Vista Public Library 2600 E. Tacoma St., Sierra Vista

Delve into the world of secret communication in this exciting new program! Codes and ciphers have been used to conceal information for thousands of years and people have found thousands of ways to pass secret messages. This program touches on some of history’s most common codes and ciphers and teaches kids ages 9+ what they...

Free

Maricopa County Library District: Zentangle – Fall Leaves

*Update: This event will now be held at the Gila Bend Shrimp Festival. Create beautiful fall leaf abstract art by using a collection of multiple patterns, or sometimes referred to as creative doodling. We will provide all materials including different books to help inspire your patterns! No prior drawing experience needed.

Free