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Registration opens:
August 26th, 2026

Watercolor Wonders

Harvest in the Midwest
2026-09-23 10:00:00 2026-09-23 12:00:00 America/Chicago Watercolor Wonders Niles-Maine District Library - Commons Meeting Room A&B

Wednesday, September 23
10:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-09-23 10:00:00 2026-09-23 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

In this watercolor class, you will explore the beauty of farmers’ harvests inspired by a painting by Winslow Homer.

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

Niles-Maine District Library
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