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Highlights for August 22 – August 27
Introduction to Hand Sewing (Belmont Makerspace, Belmont)
A two‑day hand‑sewing class teaching four basic stitches and letting kids make a mini tote bag. Saturday, August 22 – Sunday, August 23, 11 AM–1 PM. Free. Ages 6–11; registration required, space limited.
Open: Art Lab (BAMPFA, Berkeley)
Drop‑in art making session where participants can create projects using supplied materials. Saturday, August 22 – Sunday, August 23, 11 AM–7 PM. Free. All ages; no registration needed.
Lego® Block Party - Come Build With Us! (Moraga Library, Moraga)
Open Lego building session where families can bring their own creations or use provided small projects. Saturday, August 22, 11 AM–12:30 PM. Free. All ages; first‑come, first‑served for limited projects.
ARTrepreneurs: Teen Craft Fair (King Library, TeenHQ, San Jose)
Teen‑run craft fair showcasing products from young entrepreneurs. Saturday, August 22, 1 PM–4 PM. Free. Teens 12–18; cash and digital payments accepted.
Adults Create: Unearth Cyanotype Printing (Sunnyvale Public Library, Sunnyvale)
Guided cyanotype printing workshop where participants create blue‑toned prints on rocks. Saturday, August 22, 1 PM. Adults 18+; registration required.
Sharp Skills: A Weekend of Stone Tool Crafting (Coyote Hills, Fremont)
Live flintknapping demonstration showing how chert and obsidian are turned into spear and arrow points. Sunday, August 23, 10 AM. All ages; parent participation required; parking fees may apply.
Tie Dye Social with ASSC (Fireside Dining Room)
Hands‑on tie‑dye session providing supplies and guidance to create a custom shirt. Wednesday, August 26, 11 AM–1 PM. All ages; bring a shirt or use provided fabric.
Whispers Through the Trees (College Terrace Library, Palo Alto)
Workshop creating sculptural “fortune cookie” pieces for a temporary public art installation at a Caltrain station. Thursday, August 27, 2 PM–5 PM. Free. All ages; materials provided.
Our best picks: craft & maker events in the Bay Area — August 23–29
Sunday, August 23
Interested in picking up the fun life skill of sewing? Missed out on those cute mini totes from a certain popular grocery chain? Now is your chance to make your very own Mini-Tote. Whether you're a beginner or experienced sewist, this project is perfect for learning how to upcycle materials. You'll also get hands-on ex…
Learn how to sew and mend using simple tools and easy hand stitches: no machine necessary. In this two-day class, we will go over four basic stitches and how to use them in clothing repair, and then we will practice our skills by sewing a mini tote bag. This beginner-friendly course is for children ages 8-12. Registrat…
Come unwind and learn something new at our monthly crafternoon! No experience is necessary.Supplies will be provided, and you’re welcome to bring any of your own. In fact some of these crafts may benefit from your personal stash! The activities will be suitable for ages 10 and up. We will have project samples each day…
ARDENWOOD - Honeybees aren’t the only bees that need a place to call home! Learn about why California’s solitary bees are important to you and build a beehouse to place in your own backyard. This is a drop-in program; no registration is required. Ardenwood admission fee applies. For information, call (510) 544-2797.
Join mixed-media artist Jasmine Valandani for a free workshop in weaving basics through material exploration. No experience necessary! You don't need a special loom to make a weaving– ordinary objects from around the house or materials from nature can be transformed into imaginative expressions in fiber! Join mixed-med…
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Monday, August 24
Age 5 & under with an adult. Drop-in ticket. Come explore new ways to make art with your child, without the stress of cleanup afterward. The open-ended, process-based projects are designed to follow the child’s lead and encourage creativity and exploration. Bring your creativity and wear clothes that can get messy. Old…
Alongside the award winning Paly Robotics team, participate in a hands-on, robot building experience. The program will guide participants through a chassis build and introduce basic electronics, terminology, and technical problem solving skills culminating in a collaboratively built working prototype. Please plan to at…
Hacker Dojo's 3D Printing and Design Workshop! This session will serve as a dedicated opportunity for newcomers and enthusiasts to lay the groundwork and establish expectations before delving into the world of 3D printing by understanding how the 3D printers at Hacker Dojo operate and how to design for optimal prints!…
Using an IR remote, you will control an LED Light Strip. We'll use an Arduino to help you wire it and get it running. No coding or experience required. https://phptuts.github.io/CircuitHackingMondays/remote-controlled-lights/ **Bring a laptop if you have one, but don't worry if you don't.**
Tuesday, August 25
Visit the library to try Solo Cup Architecture, a fun STEM and STEAM activity. Learn about structural physics, center of gravity, and architectural design as you build the tallest, largest, or most stable tower you can. If you share a photo of your creation, please tag the library - we would love to see it! Program mad…
Explore the principles of engineering through open-ended, hands-on activities using both everyday materials and makerspace tools. Put your design skills to the test as you build structures, learn new skills, and bring your ideas to life using our laser cutter, 3D printer, and vinyl cutter. Our repair tools, including a…
Join us in the Atherton Makerspace for a test of your creativity! This Tuesday, we’ll be hosting a paper airplane competition using materials we provide. You can aim to make the most unique, most aerodynamic, smallest, largest, whatever your imagination allows! No registration required, as supplies last.
Text from presenter: Join sustainable artist and community educator Leila Ghasempor to discover the art of making paper jewelry. Participants will learn how to upcycle various types of everyday scrap paper, rolling and finishing them into exciting, durable beads. These beads will then be crafted into unique embellishme…
Wednesday, August 26
Please join Luludi Living Art in creating mossariums. A mossarium is a simple, curated, glass-contained landscape made with live moss and optional natural elements such as orchid bark, stones, and decorative rocks. In Buddhist and Zen traditions, it’s associated with patience, simplicity, and the slow path to enlighten…
Need access to Adobe Creative Cloud? Adobe Workshop is a drop-in space where creatives can access Adobe Creative Cloud software on our makerspace laptops. Bring your own project and work at your own pace using Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, InDesign, Acrobat, and more. Staff are available to help you get started…
Ever wonder what you can do in our Makerspace? Here is your chance to find out! Come explore the technologies we have to offer in the Makerspace! We'll have a surprise assortment of equipment ready for tinkering! Today's project is assembling your own seed bombs; we'll provide a variety of flower seeds for you to choos…
Learn the basics of black and white film development. In this quick workshop students will be taught how to properly process their black and white film. 35mm and 120 film development will all be explained. Students must bring in a black and white roll of film ready for development. There are no prerequisites and beginn…
Thursday, August 27
Bring your favorite island-style dish. Afterwards, enjoy making a simple Hawaiian bracelet and necklace using authentic island-inspired beads and shells. Members pay $8 per person for bracelet materials, while non‑members pay $10 per person. Please register to reserve your spot!
Artist Sophia Lee is leading a series of public workshops for her ArtLift project, Whispers Through the Trees . Participants will create soft sculptural “fortune cookies” from reclaimed canvas, decorate them, and add hidden messages that may be kind, playful, reflective, or hopeful. The completed pieces will become par…
Use vibrant Perler beads to design and fuse your own unique Mushmallow characters! Explore your artistic side and have fun!
Come to the Santa Clara City Library to relax, make new friends, and have fun creating! At each Art After Dark, participants will tackle a new arts and crafts project that they can take home at the end of the night! Art After Dark usually happens on the last Thursday of every month at 5:30pm at the Northside Branch Lib…
Friday, August 28
Playing at the Storybook Puppet Theater 11 a.m., 2 p.m., and 4 p.m.
Ever thought about making your own cologne or perfume? Mix your own combination, decorate your container and create your very own scent! Materials provided, first come first serve, maximum six participants.
Get crafty and relax at a jewelry-making night just for adults.. Supplies will be available to create whatever you like. Make something for yourself or a gift for a friend. Better yet, bring a friend! Not sure where to start? We’ll have project ideas and examples to help you get inspired. Come be creative, unwind, and…
Learn the anatomy of a flower as we create a bouquet using string lights to decorate your room! This STEAM program is recommended for ages 8 and above. Registration is required. ADA Accommodation Requests
Saturday, August 29
Everyone of all ages and experiences are welcomed to help paint and bring a large-scale mural to life.
Discover your creative calm with ZENTANGLE. Relax your mind and spark creativity with this free introductory adult class. You will learn to create beautiful images through structured patterns. Must be pre-registered to attend. Call (510) 620-5515. Zentangle art is a structured drawing method that promotes relaxation an…
Discover the crafting traditions of the Sami people. The Sami live in the arctic regions of Northern Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Russia. These tassels are traditionally hung on their garments and bags, not only as an accessory but also as a way of describing one’s family, homeland and history. In this program particip…
Know how to sew, but don't have a sewing machine? Reserve one of our five Babylock (Model Anna or Joy) sewing machines to use at the library! You can also bring your own sewing machine. Meet fellow sewists and work independently on your own project. Please bring your own fabric and thread. Registration is required due…