IMPORTANT INFORMATION!
Class registration begins on Friday at noon for the next week’s classes ONLY and closes again on Monday at noon. To register for classes, you must register between 12 pm Friday and 12 pm Monday.
HOW TO REGISTER:
1. Visit the Library’s homepage and scroll down to the Events Calendar.
2. Go to the date of the class you want to attend.
3. Click the text that says “Registration is required”
4. Fill in your information.
You should receive a confirmation from Assabet, the library’s scheduling software. Assabet will also send class reminders and a link to cancel if you need to.
CRAFT LAB
An adult tinker and explore craft class
Wednesdays @ 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Class size 12
All classes require registration. To register, visit our website and use the link in the events calendar section located in the home page.
SCHEDULE
May 6: Minimalist Face with Patterns – Presented by Jennifer McGee
Inspired by ceramicist and designer, Jonathan Adler, we’ll create interesting patterns and designs around a simple face. This will be a mixed media project with choices of a few different mediums available for you to explore, including watercolor, India ink, and colored pencils.
May 13: Lightbulb Hot Air Balloons – Presented by Janna Mills
Create Spring inspired hot air balloons, using lightbulbs as a base. We’ll use mixed media to build our balloons, complete with a basket for tiny passengers! This craft comes highly requested, so be sure to register on time!
May 20: Bioplastic Suncatchers – Presented by Jen
Plastic that’s safe for the environment? We’ll mix up a batch of nontoxic bioplastic from common household ingredients and use it to create beautiful natural suncatchers in rainbow colors!
May 27: Pink Eraser Stamps – Presented by Jen
Try simple carving techniques to convert basic pink school erasers into reusable rubber stamps! You can use them to personalize cards, envelopes, paper projects and more!
PAPER IN PERSON
Make journal pages, decorative tags and other mixed media projects using a variety of materials.
Second and Fourth Thursdays
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Class size 12
All classes require registration. To register, visit our website and use the link in the events calendar section located in the home page.
SCHEDULE
May 7: Artist Trading Cards – Presented by Jen
Learn the ins and outs of ATCs – or Artist Trading Cards – and create your own to collect or trade! We’ll play with watercolors, stamps, stencils, and texture paste to make several small cards.
May 21: Sashiko Paper Embroidery – Presented by Jen
Ever wanted to try Sashiko embroidery but didn’t know how to get started? Try this low-stakes project and create unique art to frame or hang. Sashiko is a traditional Japanese embroidery technique that uses simple running stitches to form geometric designs and patterns.
LADIES NIGHT OUT: TRUTHS & TWISTS
Thursday, May 14
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Presented by Jen
Event size: 12
Play the classic party game, Two Truths and a Lie, but with a twist! We’ll laugh, make new friends, and find out what the old friends have been hiding! Bring sips and snacks to share. Ice water and popcorn will be provided.
ADULT COOKING CLUB: SUMMER PICNIC
Friday, May 15
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Presented by Jen and Sara
Class size is 12
Join us this month for the perfect picnic food menu! We’ll make easy and portable summer foods that aren’t the typical fare, including a customizable main dish, dessert, salad, and fresh lemonade.
TRIVIA NIGHT: CULINARY CURIOSITIES
Thursday, May 28
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Presented by Jen
Event size is 24
Bring your friends and compete for prizes as we test your knowledge of food around the world! Discover odd and edible curiosities, weird facts about common foods, and forbidden dishes. We’ll compete in groups of four (or fewer). Bring your favorite snack and/or adult beverage. Water and light snacks provided.
SOLO STUDIO: SEWING MACHINES
Wednesdays in May
Want to sew but don’t have a machine? Solo Studio is your answer! You can use a Craft Lab sewing machine to complete your latest project, mend your wearables, or get your sewing questions answered. Class is open to ages 16+.
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Class size: 1
ADULT CRAFT LAB BOOK COLLECTION
The library collection has over 200 books on craft history and hands-on craft projects from soap-making to maker technology! These books are located in the non-fiction area and are available for check-out.
Want to dive into more craft?
Check out these websites for ideas: