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Peyote Stitch with Noelle Garcia

6:30pm - 7:45pm
Adults
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Crafts & DIY
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Noelle Garcia, an indigenous artist from the Klamath and Paiute tribes, joins us to lead a workshop on the indigenous art form of the tubular peyote stitch. Each attendee will learn how to make a unique bangle bracelet.

 

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K" group.
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Lower Level
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

We offer a limited selection of take-home craft kits for preschoolers and kidnergarteners every month that you can do at the library or at home. We provide instructions and supplies, and you keep everything inside the bag!

This event is in the "Older Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Civic Engagement, Community, Crafts & DIY, Nature & Gardening
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Today's Topic:  Eco-crafting for Plastic Free Living

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Pins & Needles

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults, Older Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Older Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Beginning or experienced knitters, crochet enthusiasts, macrame and embroidery makers, or quilters: come join us in this sociable creative circle led by Karen Wiebe.

This event is in the "Middle Grades" group.

Friendship Bracelet Making

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Middle Grades
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Make friendship bracelets for your besties! Designed for grades 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, and 7th.

Disclaimer(s)

YS Accessibility

**Please email us at ys[at]fppl.org or call the YS Department at 708-689-6126 if you need access to a remote or recorded option or if you have other accessibility needs.**

This event is in the "Young Adults" group.

Celia's Art Corner: Story Quilt Collages

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Young Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Young Adult Lounge
Age Group: Young Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Inspired by the art of Faith Ringgold, collage together paper-based art that tells a story.

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Next Level Paper Folding

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Family, Kids
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Family, Kids
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

These paper projects fit that perfect middle spot where they look amazing and complicated, but are unbelievably simple to do. Create things like a caterpillar that inches across a table, or a star that turns itself inside out!

This event is in the "Young Adults" group.

Fandom Friday: Comic Book Wall Art

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Young Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Young Adult Lounge
Age Group: Young Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Create your own wall decorations with a canvas, Mod Podge, wooden letters, and the art from vintage comics.

This event is in the "Young Adults" group.
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Young Adult Lounge
Age Group: Young Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Make & Take Kits
Event Details:

Create the cutest mini dry erase board to brainstorm your best ideas! Kits will be available in the Young Adult Lounge and are first come, first served.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Craft Swap Supply Drop Off

03/07/2025 @ 9:00am - 03/15/2025 @ 5:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Drop off supplies from March 7-15. The swap will happen on Sunday, March 16 from 2-4 pm. 

How:

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Unicorn Book and Paint Party

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Kids
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Writing, Crafts & DIY
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Listen to fun unicorn stories read aloud as you paint your own unicorn to take home. Designed for ages 6-8. 

Disclaimer(s)

YS Accessibility

**Please email us at ys[at]fppl.org or call the YS Department at 708-689-6126 if you need access to a remote or recorded option or if you have other accessibility needs.**

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Craft Swap

2:00pm - 4:00pm
All Ages
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 48
Event Details:

Have craft supplies you no longer need? Looking for some new supplies for a project? Join the Library for a craft supply swap! 

Drop off supplies and pick up some new to you materials.

How:

This event is in the "Middle Grades" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Lower Level
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Crafts & DIY, Make & Take Kits, STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Create your own tiny playable golf course using simple craft materials. Designed for grades 3 and 4.

Disclaimer(s)

YS Accessibility

**Please email us at ys[at]fppl.org or call the YS Department at 708-689-6126 if you need access to a remote or recorded option or if you have other accessibility needs.**

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Pins & Needles

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Beginning or experienced knitters, crochet enthusiasts, macrame and embroidery makers, or quilters: come join us in this sociable creative circle led by Karen Wiebe.

This event is in the "Young Adults" group.
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Young Adult Lounge
Age Group: Young Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Make & Take Kits
Event Details:

Celebrate the upcoming Minecraft movie release with a little bee buddy! Kits will be available in the Young Adult Lounge and are first come, first served.

This event is in the "Middle Grades" group.

Hojalata Workshop (Spring Theme)

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Middle Grades
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Crafts & DIY
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Experience the vibrant and intricate world of Mexican tin art, known as Hojalata, with guidance from Fannie Medina of Creative Vida!

Disclaimer(s)

YS Accessibility

**Please email us at ys[at]fppl.org or call the YS Department at 708-689-6126 if you need access to a remote or recorded option or if you have other accessibility needs.**

This event is in the "Young Adults" group.

Teen Craft Cafe

12:00pm - 5:00pm
Young Adults
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Young Adult Lounge
Age Group: Young Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Relax over spring break with open crafting! We provide the materials, you provide the inspiration.

This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Social Circle: Blackout Poetry with Christine

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Older Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Community, Crafts & DIY
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Today's Topic:  Blackout Poetry with Christine

This event is in the "Young Adults" group.

Teen Craft Cafe

12:00pm - 5:00pm
Young Adults
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Young Adult Lounge
Age Group: Young Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Relax over spring break with open crafting! We provide the materials, you provide the inspiration.

This event is in the "Young Adults" group.

Teen Craft Cafe

12:00pm - 5:00pm
Young Adults
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Young Adult Lounge
Age Group: Young Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Relax over spring break with open crafting! We provide the materials, you provide the inspiration.

Staff In-Service Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Forest Park Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed today. 

This event is in the "Young Adults" group.
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Young Adult Lounge
Age Group: Young Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Make & Take Kits
Event Details:

Celebrate National Bubble Tea Day (April 30) with your own adorable keepsake. Kits will be available in the Young Adult Lounge and are first come, first served.

This event is in the "Older Adults" group.

Social Circle: Chia Pet Turtles with Kristen

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Older Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Austin Room
Age Group: Older Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Community, Crafts & DIY
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Today's Topic:  Make Chia Pet Turtles with Kristen

This event is in the "Middle Grades" group.

Tie Dye Sock Kit **KIT AVAILABLE**

9:00am - 9:00pm
Middle Grades
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Forest Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Middle Grades
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Crafts & DIY, Make & Take Kits, STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Come pick up your very own Tie Dye Sock Kit and make the coolest socks around! Designed for grades 3-7.

Disclaimer(s)

YS Accessibility

**Please email us at ys[at]fppl.org or call the YS Department at 708-689-6126 if you need access to a remote or recorded option or if you have other accessibility needs.**