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King Makers
2026-06-02 17:30:00 2026-06-02 18:30:00 America/Chicago King Makers A place to work on your favorite fiber arts or mending project Martin Luther King Branch - Study Room 114

Tuesday, June 02
5:30pm - 6:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-06-02 17:30:00 2026-06-02 18:30:00 America/Chicago King Makers A place to work on your favorite fiber arts or mending project Martin Luther King Branch - Study Room 114

Martin Luther King Branch

Study Room 114

A place to work on your favorite fiber arts or mending project

Beginners and Experts welcome! Start from scratch or bring your knitting, crochet, sewing, mending or other fiber-related project for an hour of conversation and community at King Library. 

Some supplies on hand for new knitters (basic knowledge is assumed), but feel free to bring your own if you have them.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Crafts, Games, & Play |

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Martin Luther King Branch
Phone: 414-286-3000
Branch manager
Tiffany Thornton
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Mon, Apr 27 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Tue, Apr 28 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Apr 29 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Apr 30 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, May 01 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 02 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 03 Closed
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A place to work on your favorite fiber arts or mending project
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