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Preschool Process Art: Cardboard Tree Sculptures

Date: Thu, Sep 17, 2026

Time: 11:15 AM – 11:45 AM

Venue: Southwest Regional Library – Southwest Regional - Children's Programming Room, Durham

Price: Free

Category: Arts

Children ages 2-5 are invited to join Ms. Kristen and get creative! Process art is child-directed and embraces the process of creating, rather than the end result. This week, we will make our own leaves using coffee filters, markers, eyedroppers, and water. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Please dress for a mess. Can't wait to see what you create! If you have questions about accessibility, program stimulation levels, and/or need disability accommodations, please contact us at (919) 560-8592.

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Preschool Process Art: Cardboard Tree Sculptures

Dress your toddler in dark clothes; the wet marker dye will stain.

When
Next Thursday
Thu, Sep 17, 2026
11:15 AM – 11:45 AM
Ages
All ages
Price
Free
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Preschool Process Art: Cardboard Tree Sculptures
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Preschool Process Art: Cardboard Tree Sculptures is a hands-on crafting workshop where young children can explore colors and textures without the pressure of making a perfect final product. Led by library staff, kids will use everyday materials like coffee filters, markers, and water droppers to design their own colorful leaves and assemble them onto cardboard bases. This free program is designed specifically for children ages two to five and takes place in the children's programming room at the Southwest Regional Library in Durham. While registration is helpful for planning, walk-ins are welcome. Because the activities involve water, markers, and potential spills, children should wear play clothes that can handle a mess. For any accessibility questions or sensory accommodation requests, you can reach the branch directly at 919-560-8592. It is a smart weekday outing because it offers a structured, creative outlet outside the house without costing a dime. Your child gets to experiment with new sensory tools, and the library staff handles all the cleanup afterward.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to register my child in advance for this library art program?
Registration is appreciated to help the staff prepare supplies, but it is not strictly required to attend.
What should my child wear to the process art session?
Children should wear play clothes that can get dirty, as the project involves markers, water eyedroppers, and potential messes.
Is there a cost to attend the cardboard tree sculpture workshop?
No, this program is entirely free and open to the public at the Southwest Regional Library.

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Preschool Process Art: Cardboard Tree Sculptures runs Thu, Sep 17, 2026, 11:15 AM – 11:45 AM.

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