Events Calendar

Explore process art with a variety of materials as we design and create art for fun. All children and their caregivers welcomed.

Bring Fall colors indoors and study the structure of leaves with this fun and relaxing art program.

Our STAR volunteers read to children one-on-one or in small groups. No sign-up is required. Take home a free book to keep after attending three STAR storytimes at our branch.STAR storytimes are subject to change or cancellation, depending on…

Join us for a sensory-friendly, whimsy-inspired program!

Children are invited to join us for a craft program! Craft themes will change monthly.

Draw, paint, knit, crochet, needle, color, or create in your own way! Stop by the library every Thursday for our ongoing Fiber Art & Arts Club. Bring your project, enjoy tea, and connect with others in a relaxed, friendly space.

Join us for some fun DIY crafting with a button maker, sewing machine, embroidery machine, and zine supplies ready for you to explore your creativity.

Join us during our drop-in hours to use our button makers and zine supplies. Don’t forget to book an appointment to access our sewing and embroidery machines.

Join us for Zine Club on Zoom, where members of our group meetup in a virtual space to co-work, chat, and share inspiration for whatever projects we're working on. Zine Club is based on the idea of gathering together to create zines, share zines we…

In honor of Latino Heritage Month, join us for flag coloring pages that celebrate Latino communities, promote cultural awareness, and recognize diverse cultures.

Bring your ideas to life in our maker space.

Join us during drop-in hours to use our button makers and zine supplies. Sewing and embroidery machines available by appointment.

A weekly fiber arts meetup where participants can share projects, socialize with other fiber artists, and work on their crafts. Bring your own supplies. No registration is required, but schedules may change, so call the Washington Irving Library at…

Join our knitting and crochet social club. We meet weekly, and people of all levels are welcome, including beginners. Please bring your own supplies. Registration is not required, just drop by.

Join us for a special program dedicated to Ikebana, the traditional Japanese art of flower arrangement.

Our STAR volunteers read to children one-on-one or in small groups. No sign-up is required. Take home a free book to keep after attending three STAR storytimes at our branch.STAR storytimes are subject to change or cancellation, depending on…

In this interactive making workshop, journey back to the Roaring Twenties. Discover the history of the 1920s as you craft a personalized 8-page mini zine using just one sheet of paper. By combining drawing, collage, and storytelling, each participant…

Join us for a needle-crafting group for ages 6 and up, meeting on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month.

Draw, paint, knit, crochet, needle, color, or create in your own way! Stop by the library every Thursday for our ongoing Fiber Art & Arts Club. Bring your project, enjoy tea, and connect with others in a relaxed, friendly space.

Join Venice Librarians Elaine and Lisa every second Friday at the Venice Farmer's Market for engaging stories, lively songs, and a fun sensory craft. Storytime and Songs: 9:30 - 10:00 a.m.Craft program: 10:00 - 10:30 a.m.Meet us offsite at 500 Venice…

Do you love knitting? Whether you are a beginner or an expert, come join the fun as we knit, crochet, learn patterns and share stories together. Please bring your own needles, crochet hooks, and yarn.

Practice makes perfect, join us for drawing exercises!

Join us during our drop-in hours to use our button makers and zine supplies. Don’t forget to book an appointment to access our sewing and embroidery machines.

Join us during drop-in hours to use our button makers and zine supplies. Sewing and embroidery machines available by appointment.