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ARTstravaganza! Glitter Glue Drawing at Lisle Library District

January 23 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Glitter glue drawing at Lisle Library District with young kids creating colorful art during a hands-on craft and sensory library program.

Photo credit: iStock / VeeStudio89

Description

Kids experiment with glitter glue during this drop-in art and sensory program. Families can stay for a few minutes or the full hour and enjoy a low-mess creative activity together. Designed for young kids and held in a library meeting room.

Event cost: Free admission.

Event times: 10-11 a.m. Jan. 23

Additional Information

Website: https://lisle.librarycalendar.com/event/artstravaganza-18995

Age recommendation: Preschool, Toddlers

Neighborhood: Western Suburbs

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