ART ROOM AT THE LIBRARY RETURNS WITH EXPANDED WORKSHOPS FOR YOUTH K-12th!Astoria Visual Arts is excited to announce the return of Art Room at the Library, a free art program designed to give local youth hands-on creative time in a welcoming, low-pressure environment.
The program will relaunch on Saturday, March 14, with sessions held on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month with one exception: there will be no class on April 11; instead, that class will take place on April 4. All classes will be in the newly renovated Flag Room at the Astoria Public Library, located at 450 10th Street.
While the K–8 program is drop-in, registration is required for the middle school and high school sessions to help with planning and materials.
ART ROOM AT THE LIBRARY FOR K-8th GRADERSELEMENTARY - MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS (Grades K–8): (DROP IN)
Workshops are March 14 + 28, April 4 + 25, and May 9 + 23 from 2:00 - 3:00pm. Each session focuses on exploration and creative play. Parents are invited to stick around and volunteer, especially for youth that may need a little extra assistance. These free classes are made possible by the Astor Library Friends Association.
ART ROOM AT THE LIBRARY FOR MIDDLE SCHOOLERSMIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS (Grades 5–8): (REGISTRATION REQUIRED)
March 28, April 25, May 23 from 12:00 - 1:00pm
Explore a variety of art media through guided, hands-on projects designed to introduce new techniques, spark creativity, and build confidence. Participants will experiment with different materials while developing skills and expressing their own ideas in a supportive environment.
Parents or guardians may drop kids off for the one-hour session. Advanced registration is required to make sure enough supplies are on hand. Projects may be progressive (multi-day), so if your youth cannot attend all sessions, please let us know. These sessions are made possible by 100 Women Who Care.
ART ROOM AT THE LIBRARY FOR HIGH SCHOOLERSHIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS (Grades 9–12): (REGISTRATION REQUIRED)
March 14, April 4, May 9 from 12:00 - 1:00pm
These workshops provide older youth with a dedicated creative space, guided projects, and opportunities to build skills and confidence through art. Projects may be progressive (multi-day), so if your youth cannot attend all sessions, please let us know. Registration will remain open as long as there is room. These sessions are made possible by 100 Women Who Care.
Art Room at the Library is part of Astoria Visual Arts' ongoing commitment to providing accessible, high-quality arts experiences for youth of all ages. The program emphasizes creativity, experimentation, and connection—offering an alternative to screen-based activities and supporting positive social and emotional development through the arts.