SIGN UP: GUERILLA ART CLASS

A free class with local artist & author Keri Smith. LIMITED TO 8 PEOPLE, PLEASE SIGN UP: 413-665-4683 or tiltonlibrary@cwmars.org. Ages 12-adult. Join us for an afternoon of art activities from Keri's book The Guerilla Art Kit. We will create things to leave in your neighborhood, from a local "wish tree" to making your own stickers using home made wheat paste. We will explore the different methods of putting your message out into the world, using techniques that are safe, fun and non-toxic.

SIGN UP: Upcycled T-Shirt Workshop

FREE workshop for adults at Tilton Library. With gently used t-shirts we will make Market Bags, Japanese Style Gift Wrap, and Dog Toys. All materials provided. Please sign up, 8 spots available. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/upcycled-t-shirt-workshop-at-tilton-library-tickets-906097019577    

CANCELLED: Exploring Visual Identity Through Street Art Style

CANCELLED: We are sorry to announce that due to low registration this workshop has been cancelled and will be rescheduled in the late fall of 2024. Stay tuned for details. FREE workshop for TEENS Local artist S.T. Gately will offer reflections on the history and origins of street art. S.T. will share artistic alphabet styles that have been inspired by street art and guide you in creating your own tag - a visual representation of your own identity – on paper. You will consider parts of your personality and life, values and goals, to create your own unique piece of art.  

Mushroom Workshop & Sale with Mycoterra Farm

If you’ve ever wanted to grow your own mushrooms at home, Mycoterra Farm in South Deerfield offers ready-to-grow kits and plug spawn for home growers. Our workshop provides an in-depth introduction to our home grower products. Inoculating logs with plug spawn is a fantastic long-term method for cultivating mushrooms, as the larger log substrate provides more nutrients for the mycelium, allowing mushroom logs to fruit for several years. You'll learn everything you need to know about growing mushrooms at home. Workshop from 10-11. Products sale 11-12. LIMITED TO 8 PEOPLE. PLEASE SIGN UP HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mushroom-workshop-sale-with-mycoterra-farm-at-tilton-library-tickets-983886058687?aff=oddtdtcreator

Virtual Watercolor Class – Poppies

PLEASE SIGN UP: AGES 18+. Hosted by Tilton Library and Pop-up Art School. Discover how to layer translucent watercolor paint to create a realistic rendering of this striking flower. Watercolor paint is the perfect medium for the delicate leaves of poppies. You'll learn the basics of painting with watercolors and create two paintings of poppies by the end of the program. Zoom link and paint kits will be sent to you upon registration. Funded by the Friends of Tilton Library and Massachusetts Cultural Council LIMITED TO 15  ADULTS. PLEASE SIGN UP HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/virtual-watercolor-class-poppies-tickets-1015699282897    

CANCELLED: Fire Cider Workshop

Tilton Library is sorry to announce that the Fire Cider Workshop scheduled for Wed March 12 has been CANCELLED due to a family emergency with the workshop instructors. Due to the time needed for this emergency the workshop will be rescheduled for sometime in Fall 2025 in the NEW Expanded Tilton Library. We apologize for the inconvenience and please stay tuned to Tilton Library programs in the future. Thank you.

WORKSHOP FULL: SOUND BATH MEDITATION

WORKSHOP IS FULL.   Sound Bath Mediation with Brandy Lefsyk: A sound bath is the practice of being enveloped by sound, which sends vibrations through our body, that can activate and stimulate us at a cellular level. This allows for the possibility of profound relaxation, insight and healing. With the use of singing bowls, chimes, drums and voice activation participants can enjoy a sound bath. No experience needed. Bring a yoga mat or blanket for comfort. FREE.   FUNDED BY THE FRIENDS OF TILTON LIBRARY.  

VIRTUAL WEEKLY CLASS: Qigong for Adults

TILTON IS CO-HOSTING THIS FREE WEEKLY CLASS, SPONSORED BY SUNDERLAND LIBRARY. Dvora Eisenstein leads this free weekly Qigong class on Zoom. Qigong is an ancient Chinese health care system integrating slow movements, breathing techniques, and focused intention. Qigong calms your mind, improves your balance, and enhances health. This practice is suitable for all levels of ability and ages. Anyone may join this free class at any time. TO JOIN, CLICK THIS ZOOM LINK: https://zoom.us/j/117278043