Arts & Culture in Payson

Museums, galleries, theater, dance, and cultural events in Payson. Feed your creative side.

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Toddler Time @ 9:30

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 4:30 PM–5:15 PM UTC · Queen Creek Branch · 21802 S Ellsworth Rd, Queen Creek, AZ 85142, Queen Creek, AZ · Ages 18–36

This storytime is designed specifically for children ages 18 to 36 months and their caregiver. Come ready to sing, move, listen and play along with your toddler in this age-appropriate program focused on their unique developmental stage!<br /><br />Space is limited, registration is required! Please.

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Baby & Toddler Time

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 5:30 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Velma Teague Library · 7010 N 58th Ave, Glendale, AZ 85301, Glendale, AZ · Ages Up to 5

<p>You and your little ones are invited to join us in a fun and interactive storytime specifically designed with babies and toddlers in mind! Enjoy a variety of activities including singing, reading and lap-sit rhymes, as well as scarf and shaker activities. This is a great opportunity to spend...

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Art Connection

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Fountain Hills Branch · 12901 N La Montana Dr, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268, Fountain Hills, AZ

Children 8-12 years old are invited to join us once a month to create Fantastic Art! We will look at different mediums and techniques of art at each meeting. This month's project is optical illusion.

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Tiny Art Show

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 7:00 AM UTC · Tempe Public Library · 3500 S Rural Rd, Tempe, AZ 85282, Tempe, AZ

Kit pick-up begins Wednesday, April 1. To register, please email tplprograms@tempe.gov and include your first and last name, and contact information. *You must be over 18 to participate.* Starting April 1, you may also register in person at the Answers Desk. Once we've confirmed your registration,..

Garden: After Dark

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 12:30 AM–4:00 AM UTC · Desert Botanical Garden · 1201 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008, Phoenix, AZ

Experience Garden: After Dark, where the desert shines brighter, the trails glow with color and Desert Pulse creates a perfect nighttime escape.

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Tucson Museum of Art Docent Talk

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Joyner-Green Valley Library · 601 N. La Canada Dr., Green Valley, AZ

"From Taos to Tucson: From Darkness into Light, the Art of the American West" This talk will share interesting and beautiful art from the Taos artist community, the Tucson Seven, and finally the contemporary painters from the Tucson Barrio. Actual paintings will be displayed on easels, discussed...

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Literary Salon

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Desert Foothills Library · 38443 N Schoolhouse Rd, Cave Creek, AZ 85331, Cave Creek, AZ

<p>Facilitated by Andrea Markowitz, join other enthusiasts as we open discussion on a new topic each month! Choose any book, or other medium (film, music, stage play, podcast, art, etc.) that you feel really represents or relates to that month’s topic. We’ll discuss how the theme plays a...

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Mosaic Magic: Celebrating Arab American Heritage Through Art

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Children’s Museum of Phoenix · 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85034, Phoenix, AZ

Join us in celebrating Arab American Heritage Month with an exploration of how art and math come together to create beautiful mosaic designs, common amongst many arabic cultures. Explore patterns, shapes, and stories through this hands-on, creative experience!

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Chatty Crafters

In 1 week · Fri, Apr 17, 5:30 PM–6:30 PM UTC · Miller-Golf Links Library · 9640 E. Golf Links Rd., Tucson, AZ

Perfect place to come to work on your craft projects and chat with other crafty people. Bring any portable craft project you have or use the materials provided to work on an embroidery floss bracelet or color. Coloring pages, Colored pencils, and embroidery floss all provided!

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Craft Night: Found Word Buttons

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 1:00 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Dobson Ranch Library · 2425 S Dobson Rd, Mesa, AZ 85202, Mesa, AZ

<p>Try your hand at a low-stakes craft night. This month we'll be using discarded book pages to create buttons with custom messages.</p>

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Letter Craft: P is for Pig!

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 9:30 PM–10:15 PM UTC · Southeast Regional · 775 N Greenfield Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85234, Gilbert, AZ · Ages 3–5

Join us each month as we work on our letter knowledge by singing, writing, and crafting. This month P is for Pig!<br />For ages 3-5. <br />Registration required.

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Crafts & Laughs

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 10:00 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Martha Cooper Library · 1377 N. Catalina Ave., Tucson, AZ

Join us every Wednesday for Crafts & Laughs, designed especially for folks 9+. Every week we'll have a new craft or game, and lots of time to hang out and have fun. Younger folks welcome with active adults to help out!

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Art Club

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Guadalupe Library · 9241 S Avenida Del Yaqui, Guadalupe, AZ 85283, Guadalupe, AZ

Art Club is a place welcome to artists of all levels, looking to experiment with different mediums and techniques. <br />We will work together and learn about the world through the arts.<br />All materials provided.

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Framerate: Desert Pulse

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 3:00 PM–3:00 AM UTC · Desert Botanical Garden · 1201 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008, Phoenix, AZ

Desert Pulse, a multi-sensory art exhibit, by ScanLAB Projects, immerses visitors in the visual and emotional energy of the Sonoran Desert.

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MACH2: Sewing 101

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 10:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Cholla Library · 10050 N Metro Pkwy E, Phoenix, AZ 85051, Phoenix, AZ

Always wanted to learn how to sew? Or do you know how to sew, but it has been ages since you’ve used a sewing machine? Join us at Cholla Library’s Mach2 Intro to Sewing! We will cover everything from how to use a sewing machine, its parts, sewing basics and terminology, to completing a simple...

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Sew for Good

In 1 week · Fri, Apr 17, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Red Mountain Library · 635 N Power Rd, Mesa, AZ 85205, Mesa, AZ

<p>Sew items with others to give to charities. </p><p>Current sewing charity project: Collaborating with <a href="https://kidskindness.org/">Kidskindness.org</a>, a local non-profit, we are sewing drawstring bags that are then filled with donated hygiene products for students in need at a...

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Craft Storytime: Earth Day

In 1 week · Fri, Apr 17, 5:00 PM–5:30 PM UTC · Main Library · 64 E 1st St, Mesa, AZ 85201, Mesa, AZ

<p>Join us for a special Storytime for Earth Day! We’ll read a story and create a fun craft inspired by Earth Day. All supplies provided while they last!</p>

Book Club & Backstage Tour

In 1 week · Fri, Apr 17, 12:00 AM UTC · Symphony Hall Phoenix · 75 N 2nd St, Phoenix, AZ

Join the Arizona Opera Book Club as we dive into the literary works, historical figures, and big ideas that inspire the operas of our Main Stage season. Whether we're reading a classic novel, a modern retelling, or a biography, each selection offers new insight into the drama you’ll see on stage. St

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After School Art Club

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Sunset Library · 4930 W Ray Road, Chandler, AZ · Ages 8–13

After School Art Club for Middle School students! Too old for Story Time? Too young for Teen Scene? Enjoy expressing your creativity? Come hang out with some chill vibes and work on your art techniques after school. Members will have the opportunity to participate in a semi-annual art show at...

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Crafternoon - Arte

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Eckstrom-Columbus Library · 4350 E. 22nd St., Tucson, AZ

Do you love crafts? Join us for Crafternoon and get creative at the library! Make a fun craft to take home. Supplies are all provided but space is limited. Ideal for school-aged children but remember to bring a grown-up if you’re under 8. ¿Te gustan las artesanías? ¡Acompáñanos para Crafternoon y...

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Family Art Hangout

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 1:30 AM–2:15 AM UTC · Queen Creek Branch · 21802 S Ellsworth Rd, Queen Creek, AZ 85142, Queen Creek, AZ

Bring out your creativity and bond as a family. Join us and help your child create a fun and engaging art project that will not only be unique and special, but help you spend quality time together. <br /><br /><br />•5-8 year olds with guardian/parent<br /><br />•Space is limited,...

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Adult Tiny Art Show

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 4:00 PM–5:00 PM UTC · Tempe Public Library · 3500 S Rural Rd, Tempe, AZ 85282, Tempe, AZ · Ages 18+

Kit pick-up begins Wednesday, April 1. To register, please email tplprograms@tempe.gov and include your first and last name, and contact information. *You must be over 18 to participate.* Starting April 1, you may also register in person at the Answers Desk. Once we've confirmed your registration,..

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Tween Crafternoon

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 10:30 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Joel D Valdez Main Library · 101 N. Stone Ave., Tucson, AZ · Ages 10–17

Join us for a mid-week hang out and get creative at the library! We'll have a new craft or game each week, and an art cart for your own projects. Come and go as you please, any time between 3:30 and 5:00. A small snack will be provided.

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Pop Art Collage

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 9:30 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Salazar-Ajo Library · 15 Plaza 179, Ajo, AZ

Join guest presenter Dolores Haro to paint on newspaper using a variety of mediums, designs, templates, and tools. Space is limited—call to reserve your spot.

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Crafternoon

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 11:00 PM–12:30 AM UTC · Burton Barr Central Library · 1221 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004, Phoenix, AZ · Ages 10–17

Teens 12-18 come join us for an engaging craft experience every week. From beading to sculpting and lots of things in between. Bring your energy, imagination, and a desire to create and help us make something exciting! Meet new creative friends and share ideas as we fill the Teen room with arts and.

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Spring Art Series: DIY Earth Day Tote Bags

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 12:00 AM–1:30 AM UTC · Basha Library · 5990 S Val Vista Drive, Chandler, AZ · Ages 9+

Celebrate Earth Day with a creative, hands-on activity at the library! Participants will paint a reusable tote bag to take home and use, choosing between freehand designs or easy-to-use stencils. All supplies are provided, but in limited quantities. Registration is required . This is not drop-in,...

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Adult Art Class on Zoom

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 5:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Tolleson Public Library · 9555 W Van Buren St, Tolleson, AZ 85353, Tolleson, AZ · Ages 18+

Complete a new project every week! Guided instruction on Zoom using acrylic paints and various techniques. Register online and reach out to the library to receive your free supply kit and link. 18+

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Art Exploration for Adults

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 8:30 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Perry Library · 1965 E Queen Creek Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85297, Gilbert, AZ

Do you want to try a different type of art each month? Come learn about color and technique as we experiment with different mediums. This month we will make paper beads, incorporating them into a bracelet. Registration required.

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Digital Art Lab: Animated Cards in Canva

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 11:00 PM–11:55 PM UTC · Burton Barr Central Library · 1221 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004, Phoenix, AZ

Join MACH1 in the Children's Department to create your own animated card! Using the free graphic design program Canva, you can create a fun moving card for any special occasion. This program is designed for children 8 years old and up. Mouse and keyboard skills needed. Space is limited - first...

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Preschool Time (3-5 Years)

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 4:15 PM–5:00 PM UTC · Hamilton Library · 3700 S Arizona Avenue, Chandler, AZ · Ages 3–5

Drop-In. Join us at Preschool Time for stories, songs and interactive activities! This 45 minute, parent-child engagement program incorporates the five early literacy practices: Sing, Read, Talk, Write, and Play to build school readiness skills. It also includes a craft activity. Remember, you are..

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Teen Lounge

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 9:00 PM–10:15 PM UTC · Tolleson Public Library · 9555 W Van Buren St, Tolleson, AZ 85353, Tolleson, AZ · Ages 10–17

Activities, games, and craft projects just for teens! Materials to work on school projects available. Bring a friend, or make a new one! No registration required. For teens 13-18.

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Cozy Crafters - Knit, Crochet, and Crafting

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 7:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · El Mirage Library · 14011 N 1st Ave, El Mirage, AZ 85335, El Mirage, AZ

Do you like to knit, crochet, or craft? Come in, sit a spell, and work on your latest project while enjoying the company of other crafters.

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Crafting Together: Crochet

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 5:00 PM–6:30 PM UTC · Ed Robson Library · 9330 E Riggs Rd, Sun Lakes, AZ 85248, Sun Lakes, AZ

Crochet! Welcome to Part 4 of our series where we learn crochet from the very basic starting stitch through some fun projects. No experience necessary, we'll 'hook' you up with all the starting materials you will need.

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Stitch'n Time

In 1 week · Fri, Apr 17, 7:00 PM–9:30 PM UTC · Basha Library · 5990 S Val Vista Drive, Chandler, AZ

Love to knit, crochet, quilt or embroider? Want to connect with others while working on your fiber arts project? Network, craft, and relax with Stitch'n Time! Please bring your own materials as this is a free flowing work group.

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Fun Van supported by First Things First

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 4:00 PM–5:30 PM UTC · Maricopa Library and Cultural Center · 18160 N Maya Angelou Dr, Maricopa, AZ 85138, Casa Grande, AZ · Ages Up to 5

Fun Van is a parenting education program supported by First Things First in the Pinal Region. Parents and caregivers of children ages 0-5 attend our free, 1.5 hours classes together in 8 consecutive week cycles at a variety of locations across Pinal County. At each class, children enjoy art...

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Read to a Dog

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Dusenberry-River Library · 5605 E. River Rd., Ste. 105, Tucson, AZ

Hey kids! Read to a therapy dog and have fun while improving your reading skills! Sophie will be at Nanini Library listening to stories today. Hello, I’m Sophie, a newly-certified HSSA therapy dog and I couldn’t be more excited! I’m a youthful seven year old Chow/Retriever mix and live in Casas...

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Family Math Storytime

In 1 week · Fri, Apr 17, 5:00 PM–5:45 PM UTC · Cesar Chavez Library · 3635 W Baseline Rd, Laveen, AZ 85339, Phoenix, AZ · Ages 3–5

Who’s it for? Children ages 3 to 5 with their favorite grownups. What will you do? Each week you and your child will explore a new math concept through stories, songs, rhymes, and hands-on activities. What will you learn? Children learn about shapes, counting, patterns, and measurement in a fun,..

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Baby Storytime

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 6:15 PM–6:45 PM UTC · Tempe Public Library · 3500 S Rural Rd, Tempe, AZ 85282, Tempe, AZ · Ages Up to 5

Join us for Baby Storytime in the Montrose Library Meeting Room. We welcome persons with disabilities to participate in all our programs and events. For accommodations requests, please email LibraryInfo@GlendaleCA.gov Library parking is available onsite. Parking entrance is behind the Fire Station..

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Preschool Storytime @ 930

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 4:30 PM–5:15 PM UTC · Queen Creek Branch · 21802 S Ellsworth Rd, Queen Creek, AZ 85142, Queen Creek, AZ · Ages 3–5

Join us for a Storytime full of stories, rhymes, and other fun early literacy activities! Preschool storytime is for ages 3-5 years old.<br /><br />Space is limited, registration is required and will open 24 hours in advance! Please register all children attending the program. <br /><br />*Check in.

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Mystery Book Club

In 1 week · Fri, Apr 17, 5:30 PM–6:30 PM UTC · Acacia Library · 750 E Townley Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85020, Phoenix, AZ

Please join the San Carlos Library as we welcome back our Mystery Book Club! We will meet on the 3rd Friday of the month and discuss a Mystery Book chosen by our library staff or participating patrons. For our April meeting, we will be reading and discussing We Solve Murders by Richard Osman.

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Bilingual Family Storytime/Tiempo de Cuentos Bilingüe Para Familias

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 4:30 PM–5:00 PM UTC · South Mountain Library · 7050 S 24th St, Phoenix, AZ 85042, Phoenix, AZ

Who’s it for? Children, birth to age five, and their favorite grownups What will you do? Play, read, sing, and dance with your children in a fun, active program that builds reading skills. What is your child learning? Children who love books and stories become better readers. Unless posted,...

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Readers' Roundtable BOOK CLUB

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 9:30 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Fountain Hills Branch · 12901 N La Montana Dr, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268, Fountain Hills, AZ

BECAUSE OF THE LAUNCH OF OUR NEW EVENTS SYSTEM, REGISTRATION FOR THIS PROGRAM WILL NOT OPEN UNTIL APRIL 8.<br />Do you like to talk with friends about books you are reading? Then join us for a book discussion. The theme this month is a book with a color in the title. So bring in whatever book...

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Toddler Storytime

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 3:00 PM–3:30 PM UTC · Flowing Wells Library · 1730 W. Wetmore Rd., Tucson, AZ · Ages 18–36

Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.

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Front Porch Book Club

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 8:00 PM–9:30 PM UTC · Acacia Library · 750 E Townley Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85020, Phoenix, AZ

Join Acacia's Front Porch Book Club! Meets every third Wednesday of the month to discuss a member-chosen book. This month we will discuss North Woods by Daniel Mason. Everyone is welcome to read the book and join the conversation. Do you require an accommodation to participate in a Phoenix Public.

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Fresh & Fantastical Fiction Book Club

In 1 week · Fri, Apr 17, 1:30 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Foothills Library · 19055 N 57th Ave, Glendale, AZ 85308, Glendale, AZ · Ages 10–17

<p>This community-oriented book club gathers once a month to read and discuss Adult and Teen speculative fiction—science fiction, fantasy, fabulism, and a splash of horror and romance—told from fresh perspectives. This month’s selection is <em>The Space Between Worlds</em> by Micaiah Johnson.</p>

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Storytime Breakout

In 1 week · Fri, Apr 17, 5:30 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Queen Creek Branch · 21802 S Ellsworth Rd, Queen Creek, AZ 85142, Queen Creek, AZ

Come watch a dynamic storytime, participate with your child, and leave feeling confident you can have your own storytime with your child while reading any book.<br /><br />This month we will be showing grown-ups how to get kids to make inferences while reading.<br /><br />Space is limited,...