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Crafting for Valentine's Day in the Northtowns

By Carrie Boyle - Publisher, Macaroni Kid Buffalo Northtowns January 30, 2020


With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, it is time to get crafting with all things red, pink,decorated in hearts, and of course topped with cupid and his trusty arrow!  Here are just a few activities going on in our community to get your kids involved in preparation for this upcoming holiday!


COMMUNITY CRAFTING EVENTS:


Project:  VARIETY OF VALENTINE'S THEMED CRAFTS sponsored by The Amherst Youth & Recreation Department

Date:  Saturday, February 1st

Time:  11am - 2pm

How:  No registration required, just drop in and craft!

Location:  Clearfield Community Center, 730 Hopkins Road


Project:  HEART STRING ART (Nail and String on wooden plaque)

Date:  Saturday, February 1st

Time: 9am - 12pm

How:  Register in advance - information in links below

Location:  HOME DEPOT (2 locations)


Project:  LOVE NOTE HOLDER  (wooden mail basket)

Date:  Saturday, February 8th

Time:  9am - 12pm

How:  Register in advance - information in links below

Location:  LOWE’S (2 locations)


Project: VALENTINE'S X & O TIC-TAC-TOE BOARD Decorating (ages 3-12)

Date:  Saturday February 8th

Time:  10am - 11:30am

How:  Register in advance.  Use code XOXO for 20% off  https://www.buffalolearninglab.com/event-details/valentines-x-0-tic-tac-toe-board-decorating

Location:   Buffalo Learning Lab - 9400 Transit Road, East Amherst



Share you finished projects on Facebook or Instagram and be sure to TAG @MacKidNorthtowns!!  Happy crafting!