Come enjoy some creative time outside with other community members on the front walkway of the library and in the Peggy Kane Reading garden. We'll also have an ice cream truck present!

For our community mural, our inspiration is movement through our beautiful cityscape. Let’s chat about how we get around, all the ways our neighbors, friends and families navigate the city. What does community mean to you? Taking our thoughts and feelings by adding text that affirms our identities in our community as the backdrop to our cityscape.

Join ZNT Arts in a vibrant, hands-on celebration of Juneteenth through a collaborative chalk art mural! Community members of all ages are invited to contribute symbols, words, and imagery that reflect the spirit of joy, freedom, and identity. Together, we’ll create a living artwork that honors the history of Juneteenth—also known as Jubilee Day—and the resilience and beauty of our communities.

honor of Juneteenth, youth artists will design a 2-foot by 3-foot mural composed of twelve 8x8 inch canvas squares. Drawing inspiration from Juneteenth history, African textile design, and oral storytelling, each teen will create an individual sketch that contributes to a larger collective image. The outlined mural will be displayed at a Juneteenth celebration on June 19 (see below), where community members will be invited to help bring the quilt to life by filling in each canvas square with color and meaning.

Free Event- For students in grades 7-12. Free Registration with the link below.

Free registration to the workshop: HERE

Location:

New Art Corridor:

245 Walnut Street Newton, MA 02460

This program is funded by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, the Hamilton Company Charitable Foundation, Needham Bank, the Harmony Foundation, Newton Community Pride, and our donors.

This Linda Plaut Festival of the Arts program is supported by Newton Community Pride in partnership with the City of Newton and is part of New Art’s Cultural Access Program, a robust Community Outreach program providing free and inclusive art experiences.

Join us for a fun evening of sewing and mending! Perfect for adults of all skill levels, this workshop will teach you basics and advanced embroidery techniques to upcycle and repurpose clothing that needs a fresh touch. Using fabric remnants, you'll create custom patches to give your garments new life and energy. Bring your creativity and enjoy a relaxing, hands-on experience. All sewing materials will be provided, but students are welcome to bring any of their own supplies they would like. Oh yes, bring your pieces that you want to mend!

Register: HERE

Join us for a relaxing evening of creativity and connection as we explore the balance between abstraction and the illusion of form in watercolor painting. Inspired by the work of Zahirah Nur Truth of ZNT Arts, this two-hour paint night encourages fluid mark-making, expressive contour drawing, and layering techniques in a supportive, no-pressure environment. Whether you're a beginner or experienced artist, you'll experiment with wet-on-wet watercolor, color mixing, and dynamic line work to create unique, expressive compositions.

Participants will learn the following:

• Abstraction & Form: Balancing fluidity with structure through contour and outline drawing

• Wet-on-Wet Techniques: Letting color blend organically to create depth and movement

• Illusion of Form: Suggesting figures and objects through negative space and layering

• Expressive Line Work: Using gestural strokes to add rhythm and energy to your piece

• Color Mixing & Theory: Creating mood and contrast through intentional palettes

  Register: HERE

Join local artist Zahirah Truth, ZNT Arts, Create your very own unique wire-wrapped jewelry or mini sculpture. Learn about the properties of a wide variety of beautiful semi-precious stones and crystals. Then pick your favorite and create a wearable pendant or ring; a pendulum to tap into the energetic connection between you, the earth, and the cosmos (or to hypnotize your friends!); or a decorative mini sculpture of your own design. Ages 8+

You are also welcomed to bring small found objects to wrap. Please note depending on the item not all items may be suitable to wrap. We will try our best. All materials included. Open to Adult Caregiver and child 8+. RSVP: HERE

Join us for a fun evening of sewing and mending! Perfect for adults of all skill levels, this workshop will teach you basics and advanced embroidery techniques to upcycle and repurpose clothing that needs a fresh touch. Using fabric remnants, you'll create custom patches to give your garments new life and energy. Bring your creativity and enjoy a relaxing, hands-on experience. All sewing materials will be provided, but students are welcome to bring any of their own supplies they would like. Oh yes, bring your pieces that you want to mend!

Register: HERE

Come celebrate Mothers Day with artist Zahirah Nur Truth at the Eliot School! A perfect activity to strengthen your family's relationships through fun and shared artistry. 

This hands-on, creative workshop is designed for young children and their caregivers to bond through art-making. Participants will create a unique flower bouquet using painted coffee filters and a personalized card featuring an eight-word poem about their caregiver. Register: HERE

Explore primary & secondary colors through playful art!

This workshop is designed for caregivers and children to explore primary and secondary colors through watercolor, paint sticks, and tempera paint. Inspired by artists Stanley Whitney, Romero Britto, and Fritz Scholder, participants will experiment with color mixing, bold patterns, and expressive mark-making while working collaboratively on layered compositions. Through playful warm-ups, hands-on projects, and reflective storytelling, this course fosters creativity, emotional expression, and deeper connections between caregivers and young artists. Register: HERE

I am in my season of poetry and I am elated to be a guest speaker and featured poet for an amazing organization in Massachusetts that support Melanated Moms.

Their Story

“Join us for the Melanin Motherhood Gala, a night of celebration, empowerment, and community as we honor the work we’ve done to support black maternal health. This special evening will showcase the impact of Melanin Mass Moms, highlighting the resources, advocacy, and spaces we’ve created for moms of color to feel seen, supported, and uplifted. Through powerful stories, heartfelt tributes, and inspiring speakers, we will celebrate the resilience and beauty of motherhood while raising awareness about the urgent need for improved maternal health outcomes. This gala is more than just an event—it’s a testament to the strength of our community and a call to continue our mission of ensuring every mother receives the care, respect, and support she deserves.”

Be in contribution and or attend: HERE

Super excited for SATURDAY, April 26th

Roxbury Community College Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center!! Can you believe it’s year 5!?

I know this one is going to bigger and better! I can’t wait to see everyone.

Go to comicsincolor.org to sign up for your free ticket and grab a swag bag at the show!

#comiccon #blerd #artistlife #bostonartist #bcicf2025 #comicsincolor

Join us for a fun evening of sewing and mending! Perfect for adults of all skill levels, this workshop will teach you basics and advanced embroidery techniques to upcycle and repurpose clothing that needs a fresh touch. Using fabric remnants, you'll create custom patches to give your garments new life and energy. Bring your creativity and enjoy a relaxing, hands-on experience. All sewing materials will be provided, but students are welcome to bring any of their own supplies they would like. Oh yes, bring your pieces that you want to mend!

Register: HERE

Spring is the time to set new intentions we will use text art inspired by artists that word in collage, stencil and 3D art makings. Come make your very own unique colorful vibrant Spring posters. We will be using flowers, fabric and more!

ZNT Arts is excited to be in community as well learn about the keys to self care and how to support ourselves through art making.

Join local artist Zahirah Truth, ZNT Arts, in an evening celebrating the arrival of the spring equinox! In this workshop, students learn about the varieties of crystals and gemstones, and create their own unique crystal wire wrappings for jewelry, home decoration, sculpture and more. Students will learn about the mindfulness of setting intentions and creating good energy into the next season. All materials included. Open to students ages 21+. RSVP: HERE

Celebrate Black History Month with Zahirah Nur Truth of ZNT Arts with a fun interactive hand sewing project, “The Pieces of Me” for children ages 6-10 years old. We will learn about the history of sewing, quilting, and patch work through the African Diaspora and talk about how hand sewing was used to tell stories, pass on knowledge, and share feelings. Participants will be able to develop their own beautiful stories through art.

Celebrate Black History Month with Zahirah Nur Truth of ZNT Arts. A fun interactive hand sewing project, “The Pieces of Me” for children ages 6-10 years old. We will learn about the history of sewing, quilting, and patch work through the African Diaspora and talk about how hand sewing was used to tell stories, pass on knowledge, and share feelings. Participants will be able to develop their own beautiful stories through art.

This event is accessible to people with disabilities. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact e:(617) 787-6313 or honanallston@bpl.org. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange for accommodations.

Celebrate Black History Month with Zahirah Nur Truth of ZNT Arts doing a fun interactive hand sewing project, “The pieces of Me” for children ages 6-10 years old. We will learn about the history of sewing, quilting, and patch work through the African Diaspora and talk about how hand sewing was used to tell stories, pass on knowledge and share feelings. Participants will be able to develop their own beautiful stories through art.

This event is accessible to people with disabilities. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact (617) 325-3147 or westroxbury@bpl.org. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange for accommodations.

The purpose of this event is to spread love to local black owned businesses, be in community celebrate our contributions past present and future. More details to follow.

Zahirah Nur Truth of ZNT Arts for a fun interactive hand sewing project, “The pieces of Me” for children ages 6-10 years old. We will learn about the history of sewing, quilting, and patch work through the African Diaspora and talk about how hand sewing was used to tell stories, pass on knowledge, and share feelings. Participants will be able to develop their own beautiful stories through art.

This event is accessible to people with disabilities. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact (617) 569-0271 or eastboston@bpl.org. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange for accommodations.

Zahirah Nur Truth of ZNT Arts for a fun interactive hand sewing project, “The pieces of Me” for children ages 6-10 years old. We will learn about the history of sewing, quilting, and patch work through the African Diaspora and talk about how hand sewing was used to tell stories, pass on knowledge, and share feelings. Participants will be able to develop their own beautiful stories through art.

Celebrate Black History Month with Zahirah Nur Truth of ZNT Arts. A fun interactive hand sewing project, “The pieces of Me” for children ages 6-10 years old. We will learn about the history of sewing, quilting, and patch work through the African Diaspora and talk about how hand sewing was used to tell stories, pass on knowledge and share feelings. Participants will be able to develop their own beautiful stories through art.

Featuring special ART2GO Boxes from sparc! CREATIVE SPACES

The spirit of generosity permeates every program of sparc! The ArtMobile. From our Journals and pens, our pins and stickers to our quilt squares and coloring sheets. Nowhere is this spirit more evident than in the ART2GO initiative.  Available on a first come first serve basis, while supplies last.

This event is accessible to people with disabilities. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact (617) 442-6186 or roxbury@bpl.org. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange for accommodations.

Celebrate Black History Month with Zahirah Nur Truth of ZNT Arts. A fun interactive hand sewing project, “The pieces of Me” for children ages 6-10 years old. We will learn about the history of sewing, quilting, and patch work through the African Diaspora and talk about how hand sewing was used to tell stories, pass on knowledge and share feelings. Participants will be able to develop their own beautiful stories through art.

This event is accessible to people with disabilities. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact (617) 436-8214 or codman@bpl.org. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange for accommodations.

Celebrate Black History Month with Zahirah Nur Truth of ZNT Arts for a fun interactive hand sewing project, “The Pieces of Me” for children ages 6-10 years old. We will learn about the history of sewing, quilting, and patch work through the African Diaspora and talk about how hand sewing was used to tell stories, pass on knowledge and share feelings. Participants will be able to develop their own beautiful stories through art.

Join Us for a fun interactive custom card-making experiencing highlighting Black History Month and those who have contributed Black Excellence to the Past Present and Future. We will learn about how Black History Month came into being, and highlight artists, scientists, inventors, and more by creating art greeting cards to share with others.

Celebrate Black history and affirm identity while creating an embroidered craft to take home!

In this workshop, kids will learn about the importance of celebrating Black history and affirming each other's identities, as well as discuss works of African American art that use quilting, sewing, and embroidery techniques. At the end of the workshop, participants will bring home their own embroidered work of art showcasing their chosen word of affirmation!

Register : HERE

Sign Up for our 12p or 130p Workshop

Please note: Advanced registration is required. Your ticket admits one child age 6+ and one parent/caregiver. Basic sewing skills are helpful, but not required, for this activity.