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Image for event: Affirmation Art

Registration opens:
April 03rd, 2025

Affirmation Art
2025-05-01 16:00:00 2025-05-01 17:00:00 America/Indiana/Indianapolis Affirmation Art Main Library - Children's Program Room

Thursday, May 01
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-05-01 16:00:00 2025-05-01 17:00:00 America/Indiana/Indianapolis Affirmation Art Explore the power of positive self-talk and create a piece of art that celebrates your uniqueness. Main Library - Children's Program Room

Main Library

Children's Program Room

Explore the power of positive self-talk and create a piece of art that celebrates your uniqueness.

Learn about positive self-talk and create colorful artwork featuring your own uplifting affirmations, celebrating what makes you unique. Perfect for 4th-6th graders, this program encourages self-expression and boosts confidence in a supportive environment!

Space is limited; register in advance to reserve your spot and receive reminders. Registration will guarantee your seat until the event begins. Accessibility needs? Please contact ask@acpl.info as soon as possible - we’d love to help. 

AGE GROUP: | 4th-6th Grade |

EVENT TYPE: | Wellness & Life Skills |

TAGS: | Tween | self-care | mental health | Crafts | art |

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Thu, Apr 03 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Apr 04 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Apr 05 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Apr 06 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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