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enCOURAGEment: A Creative Writing & Art Workshop for Kids

with The Little Shot author Tasha Eizinger
2026-10-17 11:00:00 2026-10-17 12:00:00 America/New_York enCOURAGEment: A Creative Writing & Art Workshop for Kids Kids ages 6 - 12 are invited to a hands-on workshop that blends art, writing, and COURAGE with The Little Shot author Tasha Eizinger. Registration required. Main Library - Story House

Saturday, October 17
11:00am - 12:00pm

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Main Library

Story House

Kids ages 6 - 12 are invited to a hands-on workshop that blends art, writing, and COURAGE with The Little Shot author Tasha Eizinger. Registration required.

Participants will create their own enCOURAGEment cards by designing a custom print using styrofoam plate printmaking. Once their artwork is complete, kids will learn how to write a meaningful, encouraging message for someone who may need a little extra courage.

This one-hour workshop supports creativity, empathy, and confidence while helping writers to discover the power of their words.

All materials will be provided.

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AGE GROUP: | Children (6-11) |

EVENT TYPE: | Books & Authors |

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