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Registration opens:
September 16th, 2026

Watercolor Wonders

Camping Scene
2026-10-14 10:00:00 2026-10-14 12:00:00 America/Chicago Watercolor Wonders Niles-Maine District Library - Commons Meeting Room A&B

Wednesday, October 14
10:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-10-14 10:00:00 2026-10-14 12:00:00 America/Chicago Watercolor Wonders Niles-Maine District Library - Commons Meeting Room A&B

Niles-Maine District Library

Commons Meeting Room A&B

Create a camping scene with a tent nestled in a forest. Historically, tents were often in paintings since tents were used when traveling or camping.

Step-by-step instructions. No experience necessary. Supplies provided.

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