Crosby Edith Fae Cook Cole Branch Library

Embark on a crafting adventure this summer at the Crosby Branch Library. Teens ages 13 and up are invited to design, craft, and hand-sew their own unique felt cryptid plushie!

Please note that participants should be comfortable using basic crafting tools such as scissors, sewing needles, and other sewing supplies independently. Instruction will be provided, but attendees are expected to complete their own projects during the class, and parents or guardians will not be able to attend or complete the craft on their behalf.

Create your own mini-underground-magazine in this hands-on zine workshop. Teens ages 13 and up will learn the basics of zine making, including a brief history, collage, drawing, and creative writing. Using paper, magazines, markers, and other craft supplies, participants will design a small self-published booklet that expresses their ideas, stories, art, or interests.

No prior experience is needed—just bring your creativity. All supplies will be provided, and each participant will leave with a finished zine and the skills to continue making their own at home.

Embark on a crafting adventure this summer at the Crosby Branch Library. Teens ages 13 and up are invited to design, craft, and hand-sew their own unique felt cryptid plushie!

Please note that participants should be comfortable using basic crafting tools such as scissors, sewing needles, and other sewing supplies independently. Instruction will be provided, but attendees are expected to complete their own projects during the class, and parents or guardians will not be able to attend or complete the craft on their behalf.

Join us every Tuesday at 10:30 am for stories, songs, fingerplays and crafts using best practices of the Every Child Ready to Read program. You and your children will have fun while honing skills necessary to be ready to read!

Crosby Branch Library is excited to welcome guest author Lynne Kelly, known for her popular novels Song for a Whale and Chained, as a special presenter for our June Teen Writers Club.

Lynne Kelly will share insights into writing for teens, discuss her journey as an author, and answer questions during a live Q&A session. Tweens and teens are invited to attend this engaging and informative author talk, perfect for young readers and aspiring writers. Adults are welcome to join as well.

Readers of all ages are encouraged to check out her books in our system!