Thursday Family Craft Activities at J.-Henri-Blanchard Library

Get creative together this October with weekly family arts and crafts activities at the J.-Henri-Blanchard Public Library in Summerside!

Every Thursday afternoon, families are invited to enjoy fun, hands-on creative projects inspired by the colours of autumn, woodland animals and Halloween.

From colourful fall wreaths and playful witches to adorable squirrels and pumpkin-inspired artwork, each week offers a new opportunity for children and their families to explore their creativity.

These French-language drop-in activities are designed for families with school-aged children, providing a welcoming environment to experiment with different art materials, learn new techniques and enjoy quality time together.

Whether you’re looking for an after-school activity or a creative way to celebrate the fall season, these weekly workshops offer something fun for the whole family!

October Family Craft Schedule

Thursday, October 1 – Autumn Wreaths
Celebrate the changing seasons by creating a colourful autumn wreath inspired by fall leaves and seasonal decorations.

Thursday, October 8 – Witch on Her Broomstick
Get into the Halloween spirit by creating a playful witch flying on her broomstick.

Thursday, October 15 – Paper Bag Squirrel
Transform a simple paper bag into an adorable woodland squirrel with this fun autumn craft.

Thursday, October 22 – Autumn Tree Painting with Cotton Swabs
Discover a creative painting technique using cotton swabs to create a beautiful tree filled with colourful autumn leaves.

Thursday, October 29 – Pumpkins Inspired by Yayoi Kusama
Explore the colourful world of Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama by creating pumpkin artwork inspired by her famous patterns and polka dots.

Event Details

Dates: Every Thursday in October 2026
Time: 4:30 PM – 5:45 PM
Location: J.-Henri-Blanchard Public Library, Centre Belle-Alliance, Summerside
Audience: Families with school-aged children
Language: French
Activities: Seasonal arts, crafts and creative projects
Format: In-person, drop-in

Each Thursday features a different project, so families can return throughout October to enjoy a new creative experience every week.

For more information and upcoming activities, visit the J.-Henri-Blanchard Public Library.