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  • Community-Made Granny Squares

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    Kannapolis Library 850 Mountain St, Kannapolis, NC, United States

    Ages 18+ – Join us in creating a community-made blanket using crocheted granny squares! Contribute by donating granny squares or joining a class to learn how to crochet. Sponsored by the Friends of Kannapolis Library. Registration is required. Registration opens on July 21st. For more information, please visit Events for June 2026 – Cabarrus County Public Library.

  • Butterfly Zine (MTP)

    Mount Pleasant Library & Active Living Center 1111 North Washington Street, Mt. Pleasant, NC, United States

    Ages 12-18 – Flutter on over to the library for a zine‑making adventure. We’ll explore the colorful world of zines and create our very own butterfly‑inspired mini masterpieces. No registration needed — just bring your imagination. For more information, please visit Events for August 2026 – Cabarrus County Public Library. 

  • Kid Crafters Corner (MTP)

    Mt. Pleasant Library 1111 North Washington Street, Mt. Pleasant, NC, United States

     Family – Join us in making an adorable mixed media ice cream cone! We’ll paint, color, and glue until our crafts look (almost!) good enough to eat! Our mouthwatering masterpieces will be displayed in the library all month long! No registration. For more information, please visit Events for August 2026 – Cabarrus County Public Library.   

  • Paint and Pass (CON)

    Concord Library 27 Union St N, Concord, Concord, NC, United States

     Teens (Ages 12-18) – Come join us for a fun night of art. Paint and Pass is where you’ll team up to create a piece of artwork by switching off your creation every ten minutes. Bring a friend and join in on the fun! No registration, supplies limited. For more information please visit Events for August 2026 – Cabarrus County Public Library.

  • Relief Printed Nautical Greeting Cards (AFT)

    Afton Ridge Library 6095 Glen Afton Boulevard, Kannapolis, NC, United States

    Adults 18+ – Create a set of nautical-themed greeting cards using an easy relief printmaking technique!  For more information, please visit Events for August 2026 – Cabarrus County Public Library.   

  • Wild Paint: ADVENTURES IN ABSTRACTION

    Clearwater Arts Center & Studios 223 Crowell Drive NW, Concord, NC, United States

    Guest Artist Exhibition, Wild Paint: ADVENTURES IN ABSTRACTION  Featuring beautiful and uniquely intriguing, abstract paintings by Louise Farley, Justin Ellis, Art’s Really Cool, Joe Mukuna Ditu, Micah Cash and Bill Grady. All local to the Concord, NC area and all with their own approach.   Closing Reception: Friday, Oct. 2, 2026, 5-7:00 P.M. Free & […]

  • FREE ART DEMO: Layered Expression with Susan Lackey

    Clearwater Arts Center & Studios 223 Crowell Drive NW, Concord, NC, United States

     Join Susan for a dynamic demonstration of her use of artistic expression in the foundational layer of a painting to create depth and energy in the final product.  She will show us this technique across two distinct subjects: whimsical pet portraits and intricate, patterned painting.  While the finished pieces look entirely different, Susan reveals how she […]

  • Improv 101 (CON)

    Concord Library 27 Union St N, Concord, Concord, NC, United States

    Teens (Ages 12-18) – Come stretch your acting skills with this program. Improv 101 will teach you how to get in touch with your inner thespian. Join us for games, skits, and more! No registration. For more information, please visit Events for August 2026 – Cabarrus County Public Library.

  • Mystery Bag Crafts (AFT)

    Afton Ridge Library 6095 Glen Afton Boulevard, Kannapolis, NC, United States

    Ages 10+ – We have saved some extra craft supplies to bring you another mystery program! Join us to choose a mystery bag and create the craft inside. Each bag contains a different craft with instructions. No registration. For more information, please visit Events for August 2026 – Cabarrus County Public Library.

  • Community-Made Granny Squares Drop In (KAN)

    Kannapolis Library 850 Mountain St, Kannapolis, NC, United States

    Ages 18+ – Join us in creating a community-made blanket using crocheted granny squares! Contribute by donating granny squares or dropping in to make them on your own using our supplies. Sponsored by the Friends of Kannapolis Library. Drop in.  For more information, please visit Events for August 2026 – Cabarrus County Public Library.

  • Coffee & Canvas (MTP)

    Mount Pleasant Library 1111 Washington St, Mt Pleasant, United States

     Ages 18+ – Follow a step-by-step painting tutorial while enjoying light refreshments and a cup of coffee. Excellent for beginners. Limited Seating. For more information, please visit Events for August 2026 – Cabarrus County Public Library. 

  • Cabarrus Arts Council Volunteer Opportunity Fair!

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    Cabarrus Arts Council 65 Union St S, Concord, NC, United States

    Interested in volunteering? Join us for a glimpse into all of our upcoming volunteer opportunities the next season at the Cabarrus Arts Council has to offer! Mix & mingle with current volunteers while learning about our volunteer opportunities including: Internships Ushering for performances Docent programs School programs (Students Take Part in the Arts volunteers) Community art […]

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