Event: Teens Create a Mural

Date: Tuesday, August 5th 

Time: 4:30 - 5:30PM

Registration: Required 

Location: Intrust Room East

Have you ever noticed the murals around Newton, KS? Now is your chance to create a temporary mural at the Newton Public Library! Artist and instructor, Kacie Schmidt will lead teens in creating a collaborative mural. Kacie represents the Newton Murals & Arts Project, whose motto is, "adding to the beauty of Newton, KS - one wall at a time." Registration is required, so be sure to sign up as soon as you can! 

Instructor Kacie Schmidt:

Kacie Schmidt is an experienced K-12 art educator, freelance artist, and the proud founder of Color Me Sparkly, a mobile paint and crafts party business. With over a decade of teaching at Goessel Schools and a background in both fine art and graphic design, she brings creativity, enthusiasm, and a love for hands-on learning to every project. Kacie was named the 2023 Outstanding K-12 Art Teacher of the Year by the Kansas Art Education Association and holds a Master’s in Neuroscience and Trauma from Tabor College. This summer, she's excited to lead the library art events and spark creativity in young artists of all ages!