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Next In Fibre: DIY Day
Ages 16+
Saturday, October 03
10:00am - 4:00pm
Old Post Office
Riverview RoomEnjoy hands-on fibre and craft-focused activities at Queen's Square and the Old Post Office, including hourly tours of the Next In Fibre Exhibition.
Celebrate all-things fibre and craft with hands-on events and activities in Galt at Queen's Square and the Old Post Office.
Old Post Office - DIY Day
10:00 am - 12:00 pm: Fibre Arts Meet-Up and Showcase
Show off your best project this year. Bring your current project to work on with like-minded crafters.
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm: Craft Material Swap
Member-donated craft materials are available to browse and find new purpose in your hands. To participate, please read through the details provided in any of the Craft Material Swap listings.
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm: Add DIY Pockets to Your Dress Workshop
Wish you had pockets in your dress? Now is your chance to learn how to do it yourself! Drop by with your chosen garment to this collaborative workshop. Facilitators in the Makerspace will guide you through the steps as you learn how to add a simple pocket to your dress or skirt. You will have access to our sewing machines, sergers, and sewing tools. Basic sewing experience is an asset. Participants must complete a waiver.
Queen's Square - Learn and Create
10:00 am - 2:00 pm: Fibre activity
Enjoy fibre-focused activities in the Queen's Square lobby
10:30 am, 11:30 am, 12:30 pm, and 1:30 pm: Next In Fibre Exhibition Tours
Explore the Next In Fibre Exhibition with 30-minute guided tours at 10:30 am, 11:30am, 12:30 pm, and 1:30 pm.
Accessibility
If you require an accessibility accommodation for this program or event, please tell us how we can meet your needs as soon as possible so arrangements can be organized. If you require a sign language interpreter, please let us know at least two-weeks (10 working weekdays) before the program date.
If you are attending a registered program with a support person, please add your support worker as a guest when you sign up.
COST: Free
AGE GROUP: | Teens | Older Adults | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Workshops | Maker and Craft | Cambridge Art Galleries Programs |
Old Post Office
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About the branch
The Old Post Office is an award-winning, all-digital public library, offering breathtaking views of the Grand River and free technology programs for all ages. Each floor in this restored heritage building offers a unique area of exploration, including the Creative Studios, Children’s Discovery Centre, Makerspace, and Riverview Reading Room.
Cambridge Public Library supports and inspires its community to explore reading, the arts, innovation, and lifelong learning across five locations and online.