Hey Garland parents! This weekend, Feb 7th & 8th, we've got a fun painting event for the whole family and some sweet library crafts waiting for you. Check out these awesome, unique finds!
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Workshop: Leatherworking (ages 13 and up)
Central Library
Teens get a free, hands-on chance to make a leather project!
Little Art Explorers: Woven Art (Ages 0-5)
South Garland Library
Indoor weaving craft to keep little hands busy this morning.
Play & Learn (Ages 0-5) at the Central Library
Central Library
Two hours of free indoor play and exploration for toddlers.
· February 7
4PLAY & LEARN (AGES 0-5) AT THE CENTRAL LIBRARYFREE : If you have little ones, this is a chill morning session filled with toys, games, and activities. It’s a perfect spot for them to use their imagination and for caregivers to hang out together while the kids play.It’s a free, open-ended play session at the library for the littlest ones in your crew.
WORKSHOP: LEATHERWORKING (AGES 13 AND UP)FREE : Older kids and teens can learn to use basic leatherworking tools and make a small project to take home—no experience needed! This is a great hands-on activity for those who enjoy making things.A rare, free, hands-on workshop that is perfect for engaging the older kids and teens in the family.
LITTLE ART EXPLORERS: WOVEN ART (AGES 0-5)FREE : Little ones can get busy building fine motor skills by weaving with ribbon and yarn! They get to leave with a colorful woven piece they made themselves, which is always a win.It’s a free, tactile craft session specifically for the younger age group to keep little hands busy.
TASTE THE INNOVATION: GEORGE CRUM AND THE POTATO CHIPFREE : Put your tastebuds to the test by snacking on and voting for your favorite potato chip while learning the history of the chip's invention! This event is super fun for all ages and promises tasty snacks.It mixes history, snacking, and a fun taste test, making it a unique, free event for the whole family.
· February 8
2TWIST FAMILY! ALIEN SWEETHEART PAINTING : Paint this cute 'Alien Sweetheart' picture in a fun, family-friendly session! It's a great chance to get creative together, and they even allow parents to paint alongside the kids or just watch. Arrive a bit early if you want to add a DIY candle upgrade to your session.It’s a dedicated family painting event with a fun, unique theme perfect for a weekend activity.
PRESCHOOL DISCOVERY (3-5 YEARS) AT THE CENTRAL LIBRARYFREE : This is a great Sunday morning activity for preschoolers to get ready for school with fun books, songs, and activities focused on letters and numbers. It's designed for them and their caregivers to attend together.A free library program specifically for the 3-5 age group on a Sunday morning, perfect for younger kids.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Garland this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 07-08) there are several free library events! On Saturday, check out Play & Learn at the Central Library (10 AM - 12 PM) for ages 0-5, Little Art Explorers: Woven Art at South Garland Library (11 AM), and a Leatherworking Workshop for ages 13+ at the Central Library (10:30 AM). Sunday has Preschool Discovery at the Central Library (10 AM) for ages 3-5.
Is there anything fun for my 10-year-old on Saturday in Garland?
For your 10-year-old on Saturday, February 7th, the Taste The Innovation: George Crum and the Potato Chip event at the West Garland Library at 2:30 PM is great for all ages and involves snacks and history! The Leatherworking Workshop (13+) might be a stretch, but if they are interested in crafts, it starts at 10:30 AM at the Central Library.
What can we do on Sunday, February 8th, that is kid-friendly in Garland?
On Sunday, you can head to the Painting with a Twist studio for the 'Twist Family! Alien Sweetheart' painting session from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM. Also, the Central Library has a free 'Preschool Discovery' program from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM for kids aged 3-5.
