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Welcome to Story Art

Story Art is a free drop-in AAM program specially designed for young children and accompanying adult(s) at Pitkin County Library. Join us for a fun read-aloud followed by an art activity with the Aspen Art Museum Education Team.

This community outreach program aims to foster creativity, imagination, and a love for art in young minds through the exploration of storytelling and art.

Story Art is a collaborative event between the Aspen Art Museum and Pitkin County Library.

See 2025–2026 Schedule below

September 9, 2025
11–11:30 AM

Story Art:
Very Hungry Caterpillar

Join the Aspen Art Museum team for a fun read-aloud of The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle.

After the story, kids will create their very own colorful caterpillars.

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September 23, 2025
11–11:30 AM

Story Art:
The Color Monster

Join the Aspen Art Museum team for a fun read-aloud of The Color Monster by Anna Llenas.

After the story, kids will craft their own colorful monsters to express their emotions.

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October 7, 2025
11–11:30 AM

Story Art:
The Happy Pumpkin

Join the Aspen Art Museum team for a fun read-aloud of The Happy Pumpkin by DK Children.

After the story, kids will have a chance to create their own cheerful pumpkins.

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October 21, 2025
11–11:30 AM

Story Art:
Donuts, The Hole Story

Join the Aspen Art Museum team for a fun read-aloud of Donuts, The Hole Story by David Miles.

After the story, kiddos will create their own delicious-looking paper donuts!

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November 4, 2025
11–11:30 AM

Story Art:
The Good Egg

Join the Aspen Art Museum team for a fun read-aloud of The Good Egg by Jory John and Pete Oswald.

Following the tale, kids will design their own colorful eggs.

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November 18, 2025
11–11:30 AM

Story Art:
Plant a Tiny Seed

Join the Aspen Art Museum team for a fun read-aloud of Plant a Tiny Seed by Christie Matheson.

After the reading, little ones create their own colorful flowers.

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December 2, 2025
11–11:30 AM

Story Art:
Chika Chika Boom Boom

Join the Aspen Art Museum team for a fun read-aloud of Chika Chika Boom Boom by Bill Martin Jr.

After the fun story, kids will create their own playful alphabet trees.

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December 16, 2025
11–11:30 AM

Story Art:
Hooray for Fish

Join the Aspen Art Museum team for a fun read-aloud of Hooray for Fish by Lucy Cousins.

After the story, kids will make vibrant fish art creations.

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December 30, 2025
11–11:30 AM

Story Art:
Secret Pizza Party

Join the Aspen Art Museum team for a fun read-aloud of Secret Pizza Party by Adam Rubin.

After a joyful read, kids will craft their own delicious pizza creations.

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January 13, 2026
11–11:30 AM

Story Art:
The Very Impatient Caterpillar

Join the Aspen Art Museum team for a fun read-aloud of The Very Impatient Caterpillar by Ross Burach.

Kids will then create their own unique butterflies.

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January 27, 2026
11–11:30 AM

Story Art:
Hooray for Birds

Join the Aspen Art Museum team for a fun read-aloud of Hooray for Birds by Lucy Cousins.

After the tale, kids will design their own colorful birds.

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February 10, 2026
11–11:30 AM

Story Art:
Mouse Paint

Join the Aspen Art Museum team for a fun read-aloud of Mouse Paint by Ellen Stoll.

After the vibrant read, kids will create their own colorful mouse art.

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February 24, 2026
11–11:30 AM

Story Art:
The Hidden Rainbow

Join the Aspen Art Museum team for a fun read-aloud of The Hidden Rainbow by Christie Matheson.

Following the story, little artists will create their own beautiful rainbows

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March 10, 2026
11–11:30 AM

Story Art:
Where’s Spot?

Join the Aspen Art Museum team for a fun read-aloud of Where’s Spot? by Eric Hill.

After the adventure, kids will design their own imaginative dogs.

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April 7, 2026
11–11:30 AM

Story Art:
Color Zoo

Join the Aspen Art Museum team for a fun read-aloud of Color Zoo by Lois Ehlert.

After the story, kids will create colorful zoo animal art.

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April 21, 2026
11–11:30 AM

Story Art:
Pete the Cat Screams for Ice Cream

Join the Aspen Art Museum team for a fun read-aloud of Pete the Cat Screams for Ice Cream by Kimberly and James Dean.

Following the story, kids will make their own delicious ice cream cones.

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May 5, 2026
11–11:30 AM

Story Art:
The Rainbow Fish

Join the Aspen Art Museum team for a fun read-aloud of The Rainbow Fish by Marcus Pfister.

After the reading, kids will create their own shimmering fish artworks.

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May 19, 2026
11–11:30 AM

Story Art:
Sticks

Join the Aspen Art Museum team for a fun read-aloud of Sticks by Diane Alber.

After the story, kids will use sticks to create their own popsicles. 

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