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Molecules: Portrait of a Community

An All-Ages Community Art Project

2026-02-19 15:00:00 2026-02-19 18:00:00 America/New_York Molecules: Portrait of a Community Stop by the Makerspace to create with our Maker-in-Residence, Anna Barnhart, working on a Community painting project. Makerspace -

Thursday, February 19
3:00pm - 6:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-02-19 15:00:00 2026-02-19 18:00:00 America/New_York Molecules: Portrait of a Community Stop by the Makerspace to create with our Maker-in-Residence, Anna Barnhart, working on a Community painting project. Makerspace -

Stop by the Makerspace to create with our Maker-in-Residence, Anna Barnhart, working on a Community painting project.

You and your unique skills are building blocks to our Portage and Southwest Michigan community.  You are invited to create a "molecular self-portrait" out of recycled materials; choosing "elements" and colors that represent what you bring to our group. We will display these molecules together as a larger piece, celebrating our similarities, uniqueness, and how we all contribute to our neighborhood. 

An artist from Southwest Michigan, you'll find Anna Barnhart's work defined by the thick texture and colorful illustrations created with versatile acrylic paint. Her nature-inspired artwork can be seen in art fairs, her website, YouTube channel, and at the occasional farmer's market or craft fair.

Location Details: Makerspace is on the main level of library.

Accommodations

All participants are welcome. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact the Makerspace Staff in advance of your visit.

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Maker | Activity |

TAGS: | 4:Adult Dept | 3:Standard | 2:In person | 1:All Ages (Adult Focus) |

Portage District Library

Phone: 269-329-4544

Hours
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Mon, Feb 16 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Feb 17 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Feb 18 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Feb 19 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Feb 20 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Feb 21 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Feb 22 1:00PM to 5:00PM

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Located near the intersection of S. Westnedge and Shaver Rd, Portage District Library offers ample parking, EV charging, and access to the Portage Bikeway.

Upcoming Events

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Thu, Feb 19, 9:00am - 10:00am
Portage District Library - *Austin & Sugarloaf Lake Rooms

Thu, Feb 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Portage District Library - Heritage Room

Thu, Feb 19, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Makerspace

Thu, Feb 19, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Portage District Library - *Austin/Sugarloaf & West Lake Rooms

Thu, Feb 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Portage District Library - **Long Lake Room