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Paint a Shelter Pet

Ages 18 and older
2025-01-07 12:00:00 2025-01-07 13:00:00 America/Chicago Paint a Shelter Pet Help promote pets in need of homes and try out a new skill in this watercolor painting class. R Main Library - Launch Pad

Tuesday, January 07
12:00pm - 1:00pm

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Help promote pets in need of homes and try out a new skill in this watercolor painting class. R

Use a tracing technique to create vibrant portraits of shelter animals. This is a great opportunity to practice watercolor techniques. By participating in this program, you agree to donate your painting to the Heartland Animal Shelter. 

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