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Classes and events are virtual and in-person. Registration is strongly encouraged for in-person events, attendance may be limited.

Popsicle Art

Celebrate special people in May

Registration Required
Friday May 10 10:30am

Hiawassee Branch (Meeting Room)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting

Make a whimsical art piece to celebrate someone special in May. Recommended for ages 0-5.

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No Registration Required
Friday May 10 4:30pm

Hiawassee Branch (Meeting Room)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting

Experience new artistic techniques with your fellow artists! Recommended for ages 7 and up.

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Registration Required
Monday May 13 4:00pm

Hiawassee Branch (Meeting Room)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Maker/DIY

Level up your crocheting. Learn how to create more open fabric with new stitches. Techniques include chaining up rows, as well as double and half double crochet stitches.

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Let’s Knit Level 1 & 2

Beginner Level

Registration Required
Monday May 20 4:00pm

Hiawassee Branch (Meeting Room)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Maker/DIY

Level up your knitting. Learn how to combine knit and purl stitches to create smooth fabric. Techniques include the purl stitch, counting stitches and rows, using stitch markers, and fabric sides.

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Hand Sewing Basics

Beginner Level

Registration Required
Wednesday May 22 4:00pm

Hiawassee Branch (Meeting Room)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Maker/DIY

Basic hand sewing skills are essential skills needed in everyday life. Learn the basic techniques to get started, including how to make a quilter’s knot, thread a needle and sew a running stitch.

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No Registration Required
Friday May 24 4:30pm

Hiawassee Branch (Meeting Room)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting

Experience new artistic techniques with your fellow artists! Recommended for ages 7 and up.

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No Registration Required
Saturday May 25 3:00pm

Hiawassee Branch (Meeting Room)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; History, Culture, Genealogy

Explore your place in the Chinese zodiac and create your own lantern to bring home! Recommended for teens.

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Knitting – Level 1

Beginner Level

Registration Required
Monday June 3 4:00pm

Hiawassee Branch (Meeting Room)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Maker/DIY

Learn how to cast on and basic knit stitch. Choose the right yarn every time. Learn how to read a yarn label, about fiber content.

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Beach Vibes: Flip Flop Wine Glass

Summer at your Library

Registration Required
Tuesday June 4 5:00pm

Hiawassee Branch

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting

Get in the spirit of summer and create your own custom beach themed wine glass.

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Registration Required
Wednesday June 5 4:00pm

Hiawassee Branch (Meeting Room)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Maker/DIY

Basic hand sewing skills are essential skills needed in everyday life. Learn the basic techniques to get started, including how to make a quilter’s knot, thread a needle and sew a running stitch.

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