Get Creative With Free Library Programs
Published on January 03, 2025
Flex your creativity with great arts and crafts programs. The Grand Prairie Libraries offer free programs for all ages.
Here are some we're excited about:
Crafternoon (All Ages)
Unleash your creativity at our all-ages open craft program. We will bring a variety of supplies, you bring
your creativity to make whatever you would like!
Third Tuesday of the month from 3-4:30 p.m.
Main Library: Jan. 21, Feb. 18, Mar. 18, Apr. 15, May 20
Valentine Crafternoon (All Ages)
Join us to make cards for your loved ones!
Note: Materials are first come, first served.
Shotwell Library: Thursday, Feb. 13 at 5 p.m.
Messy Masterpieces (Ages 3-5)
Come help your child explore their interests in art, express themselves and experiment with a variety of
art materials for this process art program.
Select Tuesdays at 1 p.m.
Main Library: Jan. 7, Feb. 4, March 4, & April 8
Art Adventures (Ages 6-10)
Unleash your creativity as you explore different art mediums and make a masterpiece each session.
Registration: Email abbulthuis@gptx.org
Warmack Library: Select Tuesdays at 4:15 p.m.
Jan. 21, Feb. 11, & March 11
Kids Beginner Sewing (Ages 4+)
Learn basic hand sewing techniques. A limited number of children ages 8+ will use the library
sewing machine!
Note: Materials are first come, first served, so please arrive on time to participate.
Main Library: Thursday, Jan. 30 at 6 p.m.
Craftapalooza (Preschool - Elementary)
Get crafty and creative at multiple process art stations while supplies last!
Warmack Library: Tuesday, March 18 from 1-2:30 p.m.
Anime Club (Ages 11-17)
Come hang out with anime enthusiasts as we meet for monthly crafts and activities inspired by the medium!
Note: Email jfranklin@gptx.org for more information.
Main Library: Select Thursdays at 5 p.m.
Jan. 23: Anime Buttons
Feb. 27: Calligraphy Art
Mar. 20: Anime Keychains
Apr. 24: Candy Sushi Movie Night
Teen Self-Care Corner
Join us for Self-Care Corner to learn about some unique ways of self-care!
Registration: Email aholstead@gptx.org
Warmack Library: Thursday, Jan. 30, 4:30 p.m.: Herbal Tea Blending
Main Library: Thursday, Mar. 20, 1 p.m.: DIY Bath Bombs
Our library locations:
Main Library
Warmack Library
Shotwell Library