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A row of colorful paintbrushes stands upright against a white background, showcasing vibrant splashes of red, blue, yellow, and green paint.

Registration opens:
May 26th, 2026

Red, White and Blue Art for Tweens and Teens

2026-06-09 14:00:00 2026-06-09 15:30:00 America/New_York Red, White and Blue Art for Tweens and Teens Join us for an afternoon of painting. Paint a canvas using only red, white, and blue! Return to see your artwork displayed at the branch June 16-July 7. For grades 3-12. Registration opens May 26. Portage Lakes Branch Library - Community Room

Tuesday, June 09
2:00pm - 3:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-06-09 14:00:00 2026-06-09 15:30:00 America/New_York Red, White and Blue Art for Tweens and Teens Join us for an afternoon of painting. Paint a canvas using only red, white, and blue! Return to see your artwork displayed at the branch June 16-July 7. For grades 3-12. Registration opens May 26. Portage Lakes Branch Library - Community Room

Join us for an afternoon of painting. Paint a canvas using only red, white, and blue! Return to see your artwork displayed at the branch June 16-July 7. For grades 3-12. Registration opens May 26.

Register online, in person, or by phone at 330.644.7050. 

A small canvas, paints, brushes, and prompts for creative inspiration will be supplied. 

This is an in-person program. After the program on Saturday, the paintings will be left to dry and then displayed.   

If you wish to keep your artwork, please pick it up by Saturday, July 18, 2026.  

By submitting your art, you are giving permission to Akron-Summit County Public Library to display, photograph, and promote it.

The Library reserves the right not to display paintings that could be considered offensive or inappropriate.

AGE GROUP: | Tween | Teen | School Age (Grades 3-5) |

EVENT TYPE: | Art & Crafts |

Portage Lakes Branch Library

portagelakes@akronlibrary.org
Phone: 330.644.7050
Branch manager
Greg Trask

Hours
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Mon, May 04 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, May 05 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 06 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 07 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 08 12:00PM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 09 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 10 Closed

About the branch

It's not unusual for customers to take a few moments out of their busy day to relax and read in the comfortable chairs beside the Portage Lakes Branch Library's large windows, enjoying the natural light and the beautiful views of flora and fauna. Visitors from surrounding communities—Coventry, New Franklin, Green, Clinton, Canal Fulton, Barberton, and Massillon—join local residents in visiting the Portage Lakes Branch Library to enjoy NatureConnect, learning-through-play and storytime programming, crafting opportunities, book discussions, arts and history informational programming, and more.

With rich book, music, and movie resources, Portage Lakes Branch Library has something for everyone of every age. Computers, WiFi, printing, copying, scanning, and faxing round out the services available at the Portage Lakes Branch Library, making it a one-stop spot for all your learning, business, and entertainment needs and interests.

Upcoming Events

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Mon, May 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room

Tue, May 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room

Tue, May 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room

Thu, May 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room

Thu, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room

Mon, May 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room
This event is full

Mon, May 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room

Wed, May 20, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Community Room

Thu, May 21, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Thu, May 21, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room

Thu, May 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room

Thu, May 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room

Sat, May 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room
Registration opens Saturday, May 16 2026 at 9:00am

Mon, Jun 01, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Conference Room

Thu, Jun 04, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Thu, Jun 04, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room

Sat, Jun 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room

Sat, Jun 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room
Registration opens Saturday, May 16 2026 at 10:00am

Mon, Jun 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room

Tue, Jun 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room

Tue, Jun 09, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room
Registration opens Tuesday, May 26 2026 at 9:00am