Events Calendar

Piece together your story! Students will explore textures, colors, and images to craft their own unique collages from recycled materials. Weaving in words and writing, students will bring their artwork to life through storytelling. For children and…

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.

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

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 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.

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…

Do you sew, knit or crochet? Join us for a fabric arts meet up. Come and work on your projects with other art crafters in the community. All skill levels are welcome.

Learn sewing basics at the library. All skill levels welcome. Machines provided. Space is limited.

Books, Hooks, & Needles!

Using brayer rollers and an assortment of rubber stamps, create your own design on a tote bag. All materials will be provided.Space is limited to 12 participants on a first come, first served basis.This program is for teens ages 11 and older.

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

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!

Join us for Teen Social Hour to relax, connect, and have fun in a chill space just for teens!

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.

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.

Practice makes perfect, join us for drawing exercises!