Animation Workshop

Explore the history, science and creative possibilities of animation as you create three optical toys: a thaumatrope, a cyclical animated zoetrope strip, and a flip-book. All supplies will be provided.

Best for kids ages 10-15.

This program is supported in part by funding from the Montgomery County Government and the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County.

Questions about this program? Contact the Wheaton Branch at 240-777-0678.

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Library Program Attendance (both virtual and in the branch) is limited to participants within the suggested age range of the program. Children attending an MCPL program under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults attending a program intended for children must have an accompanying child.

If you plan to attend with a group of ten or more, please contact the branch at least one week before the program to discuss how your group might be accommodated.

Accommodation Requests

To request an accommodation, contact the library branch where you want the accommodation. If they are unable to help, or if you need an accommodation for an online resource or event, complete our Accommodation Request Form online or call Library Administration at 240-777-0002.