ArtVan: Book Reading and Leaf Art

On Wednesday, October 19^th at 3:30pm, ArtVan and the Lake Auburn Watershed Protection Commission will be presenting a special in-person art program celebrating the 50^th anniversary of the Clean Water Act in the Children’s Department at the Lewiston Public Library. This program is recommended for children ages 5-14. Children 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Join us to hear a book reading of We Are Water Protectors by Carole Lindstrom followed by a hands-on leaf art session. This program connects clean water with art and stewardship.

ArtVan is a mobile art program that brings hands-on creative art opportunities for self-expression, personal growth, and fun. All of their projects aim to inspire art-making with a variety of materials to explore. ArtVan programs engage all age groups, encourage time outside and reduce screen time, help youth stay connected, diminish stress, and provide release for unvented expressions of emotions, such as loss and confusion. ArtVan began in 2004 and has provided therapeutic art and strengths-based programs to under-resourced neighborhoods.

The Lake Auburn Watershed Protection Commission is an interlocal board that has the responsibility to maintain the high water quality of Lake Auburn through conservation, watershed management, and education. Lake Auburn provides safe drinking water to over 41,000 people in the Lewiston and Auburn community.

ArtVan: Book Reading and Leaf Art is free, open to the public, and no registration is required. All art supplies will be provided.

The Lewiston Public Library is located downtown at 200 Lisbon Street at the corner of Pine Street. More information on ArtVan programs is available by contacting the Lewiston Public Library at 513-3133 or LPLKids@lewistonmaine.gov.