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Valentines Day Cards Craft

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Yorktown Technology Room
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Technology Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us at the Yorktown Library to create beautiful Valentine’s Day cards for your loved ones. Make up to 3 cards from the available designs during this cozy crafting event. Materials will be provided, and all skill levels are welcome.

Teen After Hours

5:00pm - 7:30pm
Middle & High School
Yorktown Meeting Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle & High School
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games, Movies & Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Get ready for an epic movie and craft combo as we screen Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (PG-13) and make dragon eggs! Bring your friends and imagination for an evening of fantasy and fun!

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Teen Dropoff

This program is designed for teens to attend alone after the library is closed. Adults are not permitted in the program or in the library during the program.

Teen Permission From

Teens and their parent or guardian must have a completed a Teen Program Permission Form on file to participate in this program. 

Science Saturday

10:15am - 11:00am
Children, Elementary
Tabb Program Room
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Program Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games, STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Board Games! Learn the steps of creating your own board game, such as laying out the game board, brainstorming fun and active elements, and how to construct paper dice. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Science Saturday

11:30am - 12:30pm
Children, Elementary
Tabb Program Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Program Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games, STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Board Games! Learn the steps of creating your own board game, such as laying out the game board, brainstorming fun and active elements, and how to construct paper dice. 

Creation Station

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Elementary
Tabb Meeting Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Every month there will be a creative craft hour for all elementary aged children K-5th grade. This month's theme: All about Valentines Day! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Abstract Art Made Easy

6:00pm - 7:45pm
Adults
Yorktown Meeting Room
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Relax and get inspired at our Abstract Art Made Easy series for adults, where you'll explore creativity through color and abstract design. No experience is needed—just come ready to de-stress, have fun, and express yourself! Materials provided.

Fiber Arts Meetup

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Yorktown Conference Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts

Spend a relaxing afternoon working on your individual fiber arts projects while enjoying the company of others at Yorktown Library.  This drop-in program occurs on the 4th Saturday (excluding holidays) each month from 2-4 PM at Yorktown Library. It is for adults of all skill levels interested in crocheting, knitting, needlepoint, and other related crafts. Teens are also welcome if accompanied by an adult. A limited amount of supplies (yarn, needles, hooks, etc.) will be available while supplies last.

Questions? Call 757-890-5207 or email reference@yorkcounty.gov.
 

Scrapbook & Chat

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults & Teens, Adults
Yorktown Technology Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Technology Room
Age Group: Adults & Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for an evening of conversation and crafting at the Yorktown Library. Bring your scrapbook, journal, or other paper craft supplies, and chat with other crafters while you work on your current project.

DIY Boho Beads

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Tabb Program Room
Registration
Library Branch: Tabb Library
Room: Tabb Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
Ready to make a gorgeous bohemian bead? 

Come join us to make “boho” beads with a variety of materials.

Disclaimer(s)

Hand Mobility/Dexterity

This craft program requires a high level of finger dexterity/mobility and the ability to work independently.

Abstract Art Made Easy

6:00pm - 7:45pm
Adults
Yorktown Meeting Room
Registration
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Relax and get inspired at our Abstract Art Made Easy series for adults, where you'll explore creativity through color and abstract design. No experience is needed—just come ready to de-stress, have fun, and express yourself! Materials provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Messy

Note: This activity may get you a little messy, so wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty.

Art & Craft Supply Swap: Early Donors

2:00pm - 2:30pm
Adults
Yorktown Meeting Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Swap Events

Artists and crafters are invited to clean out their closets to trade for new-to-you supplies during our Community Arts and Crafts Supplies Swap.

Starting Friday, March 14th, drop off your unneeded but usable supplies in good condition to the Yorktown or Tabb Reference Desk during regular business hours.

Donors who donate between March 14th and March 21st will receive a timed entry ticket to enter the swap at 2:00 PM. Individuals who donate on the day of the swap must wait until 2:30 PM to enter.

To ensure all can benefit, we will have a one-bag take-home limit per adult- the bag should be an average sized cloth tote bag or the size of a Trader Joe's paper bag.

What to Donate: 

  • Yarn and ribbon--no more than one bag/box
  • Fabric and felt --no more than one box/bag
  • Knitting needles, crochet hooks, stitch counters, etc.
  • Scrapbooking or card-making supplies, scrapbook embellishments
  • Paper and cardstock for card-making/scrapbooking--no more than one box
  • Beads and beading supplies
  • Jewelry making supplies and tools
  • Useable art paints and brushes
  • Pencils and pastels
  • Art paper, drawing pads
  • Small wood cutouts, unpainted
  • Stencils

We will not accept:

  • Open house paint, aerosols or hazardous materials
  • Sewing or needlework materials/tools
  • Dried up art paints, markers, etc.
  • Hazardous materials in your garage, including oil-based solvents or house paint
  • Smelly donations, such as those smelling of cigarette smoke or pet smells, for example
  • Items that are too big to fit in a standard brown paper grocery bag - items should be easily carried fit, so that others may carry them, too!
  • Patterns: clothing, doll clothing, home décor
  • Anything that is not directly craft related, i.e. Dollhouse miniatures, board games, toys, puzzles, etc.
  • Books - please save books for our book sale!

Disclaimer: Leftover supplies may be used for future library programs or will be donated.  

 

Fiber Arts Meetup

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Yorktown Conference Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts

Spend a relaxing afternoon working on your individual fiber arts projects while enjoying the company of others at Yorktown Library.  This drop-in program occurs on the 4th Saturday (excluding holidays) each month from 2-4 PM at Yorktown Library. It is for adults of all skill levels interested in crocheting, knitting, needlepoint, and other related crafts. Teens are also welcome if accompanied by an adult. A limited amount of supplies (yarn, needles, hooks, etc.) will be available while supplies last.

Questions? Call 757-890-5207 or email reference@yorkcounty.gov.
 

DIY Decoupage Canvas Bag

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Yorktown Technology Room
Registration
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Technology Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join us at the Yorktown Library on Monday, March 24th for an afternoon of decoupage. Learn to use Mod Podge to decorate canvas tote bags with pictures, clippings, or napkins. Registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Messy

Note: This activity may get you a little messy, so wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty.

Scrapbook & Chat

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults & Teens, Adults
Yorktown Technology Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Technology Room
Age Group: Adults & Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for an evening of conversation and crafting at the Yorktown Library. Bring your scrapbook, journal, or other paper craft supplies, and chat with other crafters while you work on your current project.

Scrapbook & Chat

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults & Teens, Adults
Yorktown Technology Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Technology Room
Age Group: Adults & Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for an evening of conversation and crafting at the Yorktown Library. Bring your scrapbook, journal, or other paper craft supplies, and chat with other crafters while you work on your current project.

Fiber Arts Meetup

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Yorktown Conference Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts

Spend a relaxing afternoon working on your individual fiber arts projects while enjoying the company of others at Yorktown Library.  This drop-in program occurs on the 4th Saturday (excluding holidays) each month from 2-4 PM at Yorktown Library. It is for adults of all skill levels interested in crocheting, knitting, needlepoint, and other related crafts. Teens are also welcome if accompanied by an adult. A limited amount of supplies (yarn, needles, hooks, etc.) will be available while supplies last.

Questions? Call 757-890-5207 or email reference@yorkcounty.gov.
 

Fiber Arts Meetup

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Yorktown Conference Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts

Spend a relaxing afternoon working on your individual fiber arts projects while enjoying the company of others at Yorktown Library.  This drop-in program occurs on the 4th Saturday (excluding holidays) each month from 2-4 PM at Yorktown Library. It is for adults of all skill levels interested in crocheting, knitting, needlepoint, and other related crafts. Teens are also welcome if accompanied by an adult. A limited amount of supplies (yarn, needles, hooks, etc.) will be available while supplies last.

Questions? Call 757-890-5207 or email reference@yorkcounty.gov.
 

Fiber Arts Meetup

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Yorktown Conference Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts

Spend a relaxing afternoon working on your individual fiber arts projects while enjoying the company of others at Yorktown Library.  This drop-in program occurs on the 4th Saturday (excluding holidays) each month from 2-4 PM at Yorktown Library. It is for adults of all skill levels interested in crocheting, knitting, needlepoint, and other related crafts. Teens are also welcome if accompanied by an adult. A limited amount of supplies (yarn, needles, hooks, etc.) will be available while supplies last.

Questions? Call 757-890-5207 or email reference@yorkcounty.gov.
 

Fiber Arts Meetup

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Yorktown Conference Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts

Spend a relaxing afternoon working on your individual fiber arts projects while enjoying the company of others at Yorktown Library.  This drop-in program occurs on the 4th Saturday (excluding holidays) each month from 2-4 PM at Yorktown Library. It is for adults of all skill levels interested in crocheting, knitting, needlepoint, and other related crafts. Teens are also welcome if accompanied by an adult. A limited amount of supplies (yarn, needles, hooks, etc.) will be available while supplies last.

Questions? Call 757-890-5207 or email reference@yorkcounty.gov.
 

Fiber Arts Meetup

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Yorktown Conference Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts

Spend a relaxing afternoon working on your individual fiber arts projects while enjoying the company of others at Yorktown Library.  This drop-in program occurs on the 4th Saturday (excluding holidays) each month from 2-4 PM at Yorktown Library. It is for adults of all skill levels interested in crocheting, knitting, needlepoint, and other related crafts. Teens are also welcome if accompanied by an adult. A limited amount of supplies (yarn, needles, hooks, etc.) will be available while supplies last.

Questions? Call 757-890-5207 or email reference@yorkcounty.gov.
 

Fiber Arts Meetup

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Yorktown Conference Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts

Spend a relaxing afternoon working on your individual fiber arts projects while enjoying the company of others at Yorktown Library.  This drop-in program occurs on the 4th Saturday (excluding holidays) each month from 2-4 PM at Yorktown Library. It is for adults of all skill levels interested in crocheting, knitting, needlepoint, and other related crafts. Teens are also welcome if accompanied by an adult. A limited amount of supplies (yarn, needles, hooks, etc.) will be available while supplies last.

Questions? Call 757-890-5207 or email reference@yorkcounty.gov.
 

Fiber Arts Meetup

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Yorktown Conference Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts

Spend a relaxing afternoon working on your individual fiber arts projects while enjoying the company of others at Yorktown Library.  This drop-in program occurs on the 4th Saturday (excluding holidays) each month from 2-4 PM at Yorktown Library. It is for adults of all skill levels interested in crocheting, knitting, needlepoint, and other related crafts. Teens are also welcome if accompanied by an adult. A limited amount of supplies (yarn, needles, hooks, etc.) will be available while supplies last.

Questions? Call 757-890-5207 or email reference@yorkcounty.gov.
 

Fiber Arts Meetup

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Yorktown Conference Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts

Spend a relaxing afternoon working on your individual fiber arts projects while enjoying the company of others at Yorktown Library.  This drop-in program occurs on the 4th Saturday (excluding holidays) each month from 2-4 PM at Yorktown Library. It is for adults of all skill levels interested in crocheting, knitting, needlepoint, and other related crafts. Teens are also welcome if accompanied by an adult. A limited amount of supplies (yarn, needles, hooks, etc.) will be available while supplies last.

Questions? Call 757-890-5207 or email reference@yorkcounty.gov.
 

Fiber Arts Meetup

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Yorktown Conference Room
Library Branch: Yorktown Library
Room: Yorktown Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts

Spend a relaxing afternoon working on your individual fiber arts projects while enjoying the company of others at Yorktown Library.  This drop-in program occurs on the 4th Saturday (excluding holidays) each month from 2-4 PM at Yorktown Library. It is for adults of all skill levels interested in crocheting, knitting, needlepoint, and other related crafts. Teens are also welcome if accompanied by an adult. A limited amount of supplies (yarn, needles, hooks, etc.) will be available while supplies last.

Questions? Call 757-890-5207 or email reference@yorkcounty.gov.