The Barnegat branch of the Ocean County Library presents author and cartoonist  Mike Dawson for “Cartooning Lessons – Telling Your Stories Using the Language of Comics” on Tuesday, July 28 at 2 p.m.

YOUNG AT ART: Mike Dawson, an artist and author of middle-grade novels, leads a workshop for ages 8 to 12, with hands-on drawing exercises to get eyes, hands and minds engaged. (Supplied Photo)

Dawson will lead the workshop with hands-on drawing exercises sure to get your eyes, hands and mind engaged. The workshop will be followed by a book signing. Bring your own copy to be signed, or purchases can be made at the event.

This program is for children ages 8 to 12 and is sponsored by the Friends of the Barnegat Library.