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Art and Relaxation II
2023-11-27 10:30:00 2023-11-27 12:30:00 America/Chicago Art and Relaxation II Highland Park Public Library - Lower-Level Meeting Room/Auditorium

Monday, November 27
10:30am - 12:30pm

Add to Calendar 2023-11-27 10:30:00 2023-11-27 12:30:00 America/Chicago Art and Relaxation II Library U Highland Park Public Library - Lower-Level Meeting Room/Auditorium

Highland Park Public Library

Lower-Level Meeting Room/Auditorium

Library U

Class meets on 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 11/27, 12/4, 12/11

Course Description: Working with paints and ink to play with color, structure, and flow, this class will explore the art making that becomes available with accessible materials and a willingness to let art unfold organically.  Using a process approach to art making and a journal for self-awareness, this class is designed to use the tools of art and writing to relieve stress, follow curiosity, and find ease. Starter painting art kit will be provided by instructor.

Art for Relaxation 1 is NOT a requirement to take this class. No experience necessary.

Days: Mondays
Time: 10am-12pm
Cost: $60.00
Class Size: 10
Instructor: Saralina Kamholtz

Advance registration is required.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Library U | Crafting |

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The Presidential Election and U.S. Foreign Policy
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Registration is now closed
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Tue, Nov 12, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
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Development Committee meeting - Development Committee meeting
Tue, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
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Highland Park Public Library
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Registration is now closed
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Highland Park Public Library - Lower-Level Meeting Room/Auditorium
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