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Learn the basics: Crochet
Monday April 7, 3:00 – 5:00
This will be a class just about the basics. If you’ve never crocheted before but would like to learn, this is the class for you!
We will cover chain stitch, single crochet, double crochet, increase and decrease. There won’t be any specific project to complete, but when you leave you will have the skills you need to try your hand at scarves, granny squares, or amigurumi. Materials will be provided, but you are also welcome to bring your own.
Adults and teens welcome! Sign up at the front desk or by calling 518-523-3200
Craft Social
Monday, March 31 3:00-5:00
Bring your own small craft and come have a cup of tea and work on your project in the library!
For adults and teens.
Sign up at the front desk or call 518-523-3200
Learn to make a coiled basket!
Monday, March 3rd, 10:30 – 12:30
- Learn how to make your own coiled basket using raffia and yarn. Unless you are very speedy, this will be a project you will start at the library, then finish at home.
- It’s a great way to use up your leftover and odd balls of yarn!
- Adults and teens welcome.
- We will provide materials, but you can use your own yarn if you prefer.
To sign up:
Call 518-523-3200 or visit the front desk
LEGO Club
Thursday, February 27th, 3:30-4:30 pm.
Thursday, March 27th, 3:30-4:30 pm.
Design, create and collaborate on Lego constructions!
For families with children ages 4-12. Children must be accompanied by an adult. If you have LEGOs you’d like to share, the library will gladly accept donations during open hours.
RSVP: 518-523-3200 or email librarian@lakeplacidlibrary.org
Watercolor Workshop: Folk Art Valentine’s Day Cards
Monday Feb. 3rd 10:30-12:30
Try your hand at folk-art inspired watercolors, and take home your own hand-painted Valentine’s Day cards.
For adults and teens. Material provided.
To sign up, call 518-523-3200 or stop by the main desk.
Craft Social
Jan. 27th 10:30-12:30
Bring your own craft and come have a cup of tea and work on your project in the library!
For adults and teens.
Last Monday of the month, in the nonfiction room.
To RSVP, call 518-523-3200 or visit the front desk.
AARP Tax Assistance
The AARP volunteers have begun setting up appointments for free tax help. They will be preparing taxes until March 14th. Anyone wishing to sign up for this service please call the library, 518-523-3200, and add your name to the list.
This service is completely free, with no age or income requirements.
Crochet Workshop: The Year of the Snake
Monday Jan. 6th, 10:30-12:30
- Learn how to make amigurumi, crocheted stuffed animals, by making a snake in honor of the 2025 Lunar New Year.
- Some knowledge of crochet will be helpful but isn’t necessary.
- Adults and teens welcome.
- Materials will be provided, but you are also welcome to bring your own.
- Sign up at the front desk, or by calling 518-523-3200
Craft Social
Monday, December 30th 10:30-12:30
Come have a cup of tea and work on your own project in the non-fiction room.
We meet on the last Monday of each month.
Events
Learn the basics: Crochet
This will be a class just about the basics. If you’ve never crocheted before but would like to learn, this is the class for you!
We will cover chain stitch, single crochet, double crochet, increase and decrease. There won’t be any specific project to complete, but when you leave you will have the skills you need to try your hand at scarves, granny squares, or amigurumi. Materials will be provided, but you are also welcome to bring your own.
Adults and teens welcome! Sign up at the front desk or by calling 518-523-3200
LEGO Club
Design, create and collaborate on Lego constructions!
For families with children ages 4-12. Children must be accompanied by an adult. If you have LEGOs you’d like to share, the library will gladly accept donations during open hours.
RSVP: 518-523-3200 or email librarian@lakeplacidlibrary.org
Aging wisely
Are you 55 or older? Come join us for a 6-week class series.
Topics
- Aging with power and knowledge
- Enhancing your quality of life
- Tackling difficult emotions
- Strategies for maintaining a healthy lifestyle
April 2nd, 9th, 16th, 30th,
May 7th, 14th
10:00-12:00
Enjoy free healthy snacks, great resources, social connections.
To sign up, call 518-523-3200, or stop at the front desk.
Learn to make a coiled basket
Learn how to make your own coiled basket using raffia and yarn. Unless you are very speedy, this will be a project you will start at the library, then finish at home.
It’s a great way to use up your leftover and odd balls of yarn!
Adults and teens welcome.
We will provide materials, but you can use your own yarn if you prefer.
Crochet Workshop: Year of the Snake
- Learn how to make amigurumi, crocheted stuffed animals, by making a snake in honor of the 2025 Lunar New Year.
- Some knowledge of crochet will be helpful but isn’t necessary.
- Adults and teens welcome.
- Materials will be provided, but you are also welcome to bring your own.
- Sign up at the front desk, or by calling 518-523-3200
LEGO Club
Design, create and collaborate on Lego constructions!
For families with children ages 4-12. Children must be accompanied by an adult. If you have LEGOs you’d like to share, the library will gladly accept donations during open hours.
Meets the last Thursday (mostly) of each month.
RSVP: 518-523-3200 or email librarian@lakeplacidlibrary.org
Rescheduled: Crochet a mini mushroom amigurumi
Craft class at the library
Learn the basics of how to make amigurumi, crocheted stuffed toys, by making a miniature mushroom. Some knowledge of crochet will be helpful but isn’t necessary. Adults and teens welcome. Materials will be provided but you are welcome to bring your own.
Sign up at the main desk or by calling 518-523-3200
Bilingual Story Time
Tuesday, Aug. 27th at 10:00
Meet author Veronica Salazar from Venezuela. Listen to her story in Spanish and English and learn a traditional craft from Margarita Island, Venezuela.
Conozca a la autora Venezolana Veronica Salazar. Escuche su historia en Espanol e Ingles y aprenda una artesania de la Isla Margarita, Venezuela.
Crochet a mini mushroom amigurumi
Craft class at the library
Learn the basics of how to make amigurumi, crocheted stuffed toys, by making a miniature mushroom. Some knowledge of crochet will be helpful but isn’t necessary. Adults and teens welcome. Materials will be provided but you are welcome to bring your own.
Sign up at the main desk or by calling 518-523-3200
Storywalk Family Activity Day at Cascade Welcome Center
Walk the Storywalk featuring local author Kate Messner’s book Over and Under the Pond!
Make a craft with the Lake Placid Public Library!
Explore life in the Adirondack ponds and forests with and ADK Naturalist!
PBS KIDS activities and FREE books from Mountain Lake PBS!
2471 Main Street,
Lake Placid, NY 12946
(518) 523-3200
librarian@lakeplacidlibrary.org