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Yarn, Texture & Creativity

A Fiber Arts Conversation
2026-11-09 18:00:00 2026-11-09 19:00:00 America/Chicago Yarn, Texture & Creativity Join us for an interactive discussion on yarn, texture, creativity, and modern fiber arts, with opportunities for attendees to share their favorite projects and experiences as makers! Good Hope Branch - Community Room

Monday, November 09
6:00pm - 7:00pm

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Good Hope Branch

Community Room

Join us for an interactive discussion on yarn, texture, creativity, and modern fiber arts, with opportunities for attendees to share their favorite projects and experiences as makers!

Led by Melissa Holt from the Midwest Crochet Society, this will highlight the ways fiber arts foster creativity, learning, and community across generations and experience levels. All are welcome, including knitters, crocheters, and complete beginners who are simply curious and interested in getting a feel for the fiber arts world.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Crafts, Games, & Play |

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Good Hope Branch
Phone: 414-286-3707
Branch manager
Alyssa Rockey
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