Magic Sponge Painting

By Ann Arbor with Kids / July 5, 2026

Event Summary

Date(s): Sunday, July 5, 2026
Time: 2:00pm-3:00pm
Venue: Pittsfield Branch Library
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Event Description

Draw your own design with markers and selectively add water, then watch as the cellulose canvas puffs up to make 3D patterns!

For preschool-grade 3.

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Event Details

Date(s): Sunday, July 5, 2026
Time: 2:00pm-3:00pm
Cost: Free
Event Website
Organizer: Ann Arbor District Library
Organizer Phone: Not Provided
Organizer Email: Not Provided

Venue: Pittsfield Branch Library
Address: 2359 Oak Valley Dr, Ann Arbor

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