Holiday Making & Crafting

Add some literary flair to your holiday decor this season, or explore the Maker's Space to create custom creations!

Bookish Workshops

Folded Christmas Trees

Newcastle Library | Wednesday, December 2 | 6pm

Adults, teens | Registered | $5+tax

Looking for a new addition to your holiday décor? Try your hand at book folding and transform the pages of an old book into a Christmas tree. All materials are provided.

Holiday Garlands

Courtice Library | Tuesday, December 8 | 6pm

Adults, teens | Registered | $5+tax

Add a little literary flair to your holiday décor! Join us for a cozy workshop where we’ll transform old book pages into a festive garland to take home and enjoy. All materials are provided.

Folded Holiday Gnomes

Courtice Library | Tuesday, December 15 | 6pm

Adults, teens | Registered | $5+tax

Turn an old book into something merry and bright! Learn how to fold book pages into a festive holiday gnome and personalize your creation with your own decorative touches. All materials are provided.

Cricut Corner

Custom Aprons

Courtice Library | Wednesday, December 2 | 5pm

All ages | Registered | $20+tax

Design and customize your own apron in the Maker’s Space! Learn how to create personalized designs and use sublimated photo designs you can apply to a high-quality apron. Perfect for cooking, crafting, gardening, or gifting. No experience needed; all materials provided. 

Paper Ornaments

Courtice Library | Wednesday, December 9 | 5pm

All ages | Registered | $5+tax

Make your own layered paper ornament this holiday season using the Cricut! Participants will learn how to cut, layer, and assemble paper designs to create a colourful 3D-style ornament perfect for decorating the tree or giving as a handmade gift. No experience needed; all materials provided.

Pottery & Drawing

Pottery Painting: Cocoa Mugs

Courtice Library | Monday, December 7 | 6pm

Adults, teens | Registered | $26+tax

Warm up your creativity this holiday season! Paint a 12oz mug with your own unique design and create a piece that’s ready for your next cozy drink. Presented with Crock A Doodle Bowmanville.

Mindful Doodling

Newcastle Library | Tuesday, December 8 | 6pm

Adults | Registered

Slow down, breathe, and let your pen wander as we explore patterns and designs through mindful doodling. No art experience needed — just drop in, relax, and enjoy a restorative, creative break.

Materials will be provided; participants are welcome to bring their own if they prefer.

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Clarington Library,
Museums & Archives
163 Church Street
Bowmanville, ON,
L1C 1T7

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905-623-7322

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