Event List

Create a painting inspired by the mood and tone of live acoustic guitar music with Adam King. An artist–instructor will guide you as you craft your own masterpiece.

For children in grades K-5

Discover the art and science behind Wilson Bentley’s groundbreaking photographs of snowflakes, then create your own winter art.

Decorate bookmarks that we will laminate and provide to the community at our circulation desk! We will have ideas for seasonal themes on hand. Earn 1 hour of community service. 

(6) Mondays: January 12, 19, 26 & February 2, 9, 23 from 10 am-12 pm (no 2/16)

In the event of a library closure, the makeup for this class is scheduled for Monday, March 2.

For children ages 3-5 with adult

(6) Wednesdays: January 14, 21, 28 & February 4, 11, 18 from 10 am to 12 pm

For children in grades K-5

Using crayons and watercolor, create a painting that is as unique as a snowflake!

Registration with a Cold Spring Harbor Library Card is required!

(5) Fridays: January 16, 23 & February 6, 13, 20 from 1pm to 3:15pm (no 1/30)
In the event of a library closure, the makeup date for this class will be February 27, 2026.

For children with their families. Join us for our 2nd annual Winter Festival! We will have refreshments, games, crafts, music, and much more. Come early as supplies are limited. 

(6) Mondays: January 12, 19, 26 & February 2, 9, 23 from 10 am-12 pm (no 2/16)

In the event of a library closure, the makeup for this class is scheduled for Monday, March 2.

(6) Wednesdays: January 14, 21, 28 & February 4, 11, 18 from 10 am to 12 pm

Winter’s Remedy: The Art of Helen Murdock-Prep
Exhibit: January 7-February 26, during Library hours
Reception: January 22, open from 6:30pm-8:00pm

(5) Fridays: January 16, 23 & February 6, 13, 20 from 1pm to 3:15pm (no 1/30)
In the event of a library closure, the makeup date for this class will be February 27, 2026.

(6) Mondays: January 12, 19, 26 & February 2, 9, 23 from 10 am-12 pm (no 2/16)

In the event of a library closure, the makeup for this class is scheduled for Monday, March 2.

Decorate bookmarks that we will laminate and provide to the community at our circulation desk! We will have ideas for seasonal themes on hand. Earn 1 hour of community service. 

(6) Wednesdays: January 14, 21, 28 & February 4, 11, 18 from 10 am to 12 pm

Grades 6-12. 

Use your eyes and ears as you explore the paintings of famous modern artists and the jazz music that influenced them. Then have fun creating your jazz-inspired art. 

(6) Mondays: January 12, 19, 26 & February 2, 9, 23 from 10 am-12 pm (no 2/16)

In the event of a library closure, the makeup for this class is scheduled for Monday, March 2.

For children in grades K-5

Discover the art of beautiful lettering in this hands-on calligraphy workshop designed for beginners and enthusiasts alike.

(6) Wednesdays: January 14, 21, 28 & February 4, 11, 18 from 10 am to 12 pm

Decorate, design and create themed collage bookmarks ahead of our 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution observances. These bookmarks will be laminated and given out to the community at our Circulation Desk.

Three to five-year-olds and their caregivers will have fun exploring famous artworks and making their own art in programs designed especially to support early childhood learning.