Friday, October 13, 2017

Reminder, TODAY!!! Celebrate our 100th Friday Afternoon Art program on October 13th at the Southside Branch Library!



Please come celebrate with us at our 100th Friday Afternoon Art program on October 13th at the Southside Branch Library. The theme will be painting with oil pastel and watercolors. The successful Friday Afternoon Art program was started by our library technician Susan in October of 2012 and over 3,000 kids and parents have attended over the past 5 years! Below are some inspiring thoughts from Susan about the program:

Art links to literacy in so many ways.  My intention was to provide equal opportunity for children and families to experience art in a personal way: to be able to explore many different art materials and techniques in a welcoming environment. Schools release at different times on Fridays, so we have tried to provide a time frame that works for as many families as possible; and what a great way to start the weekend!”

“All ages of children are welcome, along with their parents, grandparents, cousins, aunts, uncles, and friends.  After a program, I often hear parents saying “We could do this at home!” and many children have expressed the desire to share the experience with siblings or friends.  One of my favorite moments was when a 9 year old child was hovering in the doorway to watch her sister participating in the art program, and I invited her in to participate.  Her response was “but I’m not an artist.” I told her that everyone is an artist.  An hour later she was completely hooked and left beaming with happiness. It’s been an enormous privilege to be able to provide this experience for the families in the Santa Fe area for the last five years. We are excited to be holding the 100th Friday Afternoon Art program on October 13th at the Southside Library and we look forward to seeing familiar faces and meeting new families!”



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