Mural painting with artist John Donato at Lewes library Feb. 25

The Lewes Public Library and renowned local artist John Donato will host a community mural painting event for children and teens Saturday, Feb. 25, at the library, 111 Adams Ave., Lewes.

Be a Health Hero is the theme for the day, and the mural will feature a superhero design. The artwork will celebrate making healthy choices and finding the health hero within oneself. The completed piece will be displayed in the library’s teen room and made available for traveling exhibitions.

Families, teens and children of all ages are welcome to join the drop-in event any time between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. All materials will be provided, and no registration is required.

“John Donato is an incredible artist and educator who provides a creative experience like no other,” said Emily Ellinger, teen services librarian. “Families are guaranteed to have an amazing day painting this exciting new work with him. We can’t wait to show it off and celebrate the health heroes in our community!”

A fine artist, muralist and host of experiential learning programs, Donato practices site-specific art in the form of murals and collaborative art, and believes in the power of art to suggest, share and communicate positive ideals and personal empowerment.

This event is sponsored, in part, by a grant from the Network of the National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health.