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Craft Supply Swap

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
Hopewell Manufacturing Association Room at Hopewell Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Bring your unused or surplus craft supplies,papers, fabrics, beads, paints, and trade them for new materials to inspire your next project. Participants who can’t make it in person are welcome to donate items ahead of time!

Library Branch: Hopewell Library
Room: Hopewell Manufacturing Association Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring your unused or surplus craft supplies,papers, fabrics, beads, paints, and trade them for new materials to inspire your next project. Participants who can’t make it in person are welcome to donate items ahead of time!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Southside from the Heart- Hopewell Evenings

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Nelson Worley Board Room at Hopewell Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Southside from the Heart:

Join our knitters and crocheters as they create items for local hospitals, nursing homes and shelters. Crafters of all ages and skill levels are welcome.

Southside From the Heart is a local arm of From the Heart, a charitable organization based in Richmond VA that creates and donates knitted and crocheted objects to various groups. Looking to improve your skills?

Library Branch: Hopewell Library
Room: Nelson Worley Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Southside from the Heart

Join our knitters and crocheters as they create items for local hospitals, nursing homes and shelters. Crafters of all ages and skill levels are welcome.

Southside From the Heart is a local arm of From the Heart, a charitable organization based in Richmond VA that creates and donates knitted and crocheted objects to various groups. Looking to improve your skills?

This event is in the "Adults" group

Southside from the Heart- Dinwiddie

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Public Area at Dinwiddie Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Southside from the Heart:

Join our knitters and crocheters as they create items for local hospitals, nursing homes and shelters. Crafters of all ages and skill levels are welcome.

Southside From the Heart is a local arm of From the Heart, a charitable organization based in Richmond VA that creates and donates knitted and crocheted objects to various groups. Looking to improve your skills?

Library Branch: Dinwiddie Library
Room: Public Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Southside from the Heart

Join our knitters and crocheters as they create items for local hospitals, nursing homes and shelters. Crafters of all ages and skill levels are welcome.

Southside From the Heart is a local arm of From the Heart, a charitable organization based in Richmond VA that creates and donates knitted and crocheted objects to various groups. Looking to improve your skills?

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Easter Cards with Tracy

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Large Room at Prince George Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone

Spend a creative afternoon of handmade card-making! Space is limited, registration is required. Register online at www.arls.org.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Prince George Library
Room: Large Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Spend a creative afternoon of handmade card-making! Space is limited, registration is required. Register online at www.arls.org.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Earring Making

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Public Area at Carson Depot Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Unleash your creativity in this earring-making workshop! We’ll provide colorful papers and designs to craft your unique earrings.

Library Branch: Carson Depot Library
Room: Public Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity in this earring-making workshop! We’ll provide colorful papers and designs to craft your unique earrings.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Southside From the Heart- Hopewell Mornings

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hopewell Manufacturing Association Room at Hopewell Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Southside from the Heart:

Join our knitters and crocheters as they create items for local hospitals, nursing homes and shelters. Crafters of all ages and skill levels are welcome.

Library Branch: Hopewell Library
Room: Hopewell Manufacturing Association Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Southside from the Heart

Join our knitters and crocheters as they create items for local hospitals, nursing homes and shelters. Crafters of all ages and skill levels are welcome.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Tree of Life Sun Catcher

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Large Room at Prince George Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Teens are invited to create their own Tree of Life crystal sun catcher using wire, crystals, and beads.

Library Branch: Prince George Library
Room: Large Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Teens are invited to create their own Tree of Life crystal sun catcher using wire, crystals, and beads.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo/Video Release Statement

By attending ARLS, or ARLS co-sponsored classes or events, at any location, the attendee agrees that: ARLS shall have the unrestricted right and license to use his or her image, likeness, name, voice, comment, or other proprietary or public rights, and that of any minor accompanying attendee, in any broadcast, telecast, photograph, video, audio sound, audiovisual, and/or other recording taken in connection with the class, event, or other transmission, distribution, public performance, or reproduction, in whole or in part, of the class or event for all purposes, worldwide, in perpetuity, and in any and all media now or hereafter known, without compensation. ARLS is the exclusive owner of all copyrights, and other proprietary rights. The rights granted herein to ARLS are assignable.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Southside from the Heart- Hopewell Evenings

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Nelson Worley Board Room at Hopewell Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Southside from the Heart:

Join our knitters and crocheters as they create items for local hospitals, nursing homes and shelters. Crafters of all ages and skill levels are welcome.

Southside From the Heart is a local arm of From the Heart, a charitable organization based in Richmond VA that creates and donates knitted and crocheted objects to various groups. Looking to improve your skills?

Library Branch: Hopewell Library
Room: Nelson Worley Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Southside from the Heart

Join our knitters and crocheters as they create items for local hospitals, nursing homes and shelters. Crafters of all ages and skill levels are welcome.

Southside From the Heart is a local arm of From the Heart, a charitable organization based in Richmond VA that creates and donates knitted and crocheted objects to various groups. Looking to improve your skills?

This event is in the "Adults" group

Southside from the Heart- Dinwiddie

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Public Area at Dinwiddie Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Southside from the Heart:

Join our knitters and crocheters as they create items for local hospitals, nursing homes and shelters. Crafters of all ages and skill levels are welcome.

Southside From the Heart is a local arm of From the Heart, a charitable organization based in Richmond VA that creates and donates knitted and crocheted objects to various groups. Looking to improve your skills?

Library Branch: Dinwiddie Library
Room: Public Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Southside from the Heart

Join our knitters and crocheters as they create items for local hospitals, nursing homes and shelters. Crafters of all ages and skill levels are welcome.

Southside From the Heart is a local arm of From the Heart, a charitable organization based in Richmond VA that creates and donates knitted and crocheted objects to various groups. Looking to improve your skills?

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Bedazzled Cat Paw Bookmarks

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
The Octagon at Hopewell Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Need a helping hand to keep your place in your book? Well, how about a cat paw instead? A blinged out cat paw? Come make your own sparkly cat paw to make sure you don’t lose your place!

Library Branch: Hopewell Library
Room: The Octagon
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Need a helping hand to keep your place in your book? Well, how about a cat paw instead? A blinged out cat paw? Come make your own sparkly cat paw to make sure you don’t lose your place!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Photo/Video Release Statement

By attending ARLS, or ARLS co-sponsored classes or events, at any location, the attendee agrees that: ARLS shall have the unrestricted right and license to use his or her image, likeness, name, voice, comment, or other proprietary or public rights, and that of any minor accompanying attendee, in any broadcast, telecast, photograph, video, audio sound, audiovisual, and/or other recording taken in connection with the class, event, or other transmission, distribution, public performance, or reproduction, in whole or in part, of the class or event for all purposes, worldwide, in perpetuity, and in any and all media now or hereafter known, without compensation. ARLS is the exclusive owner of all copyrights, and other proprietary rights. The rights granted herein to ARLS are assignable.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Southside From the Heart- Hopewell Mornings

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hopewell Manufacturing Association Room at Hopewell Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Southside from the Heart:

Join our knitters and crocheters as they create items for local hospitals, nursing homes and shelters. Crafters of all ages and skill levels are welcome.

Library Branch: Hopewell Library
Room: Hopewell Manufacturing Association Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Southside from the Heart

Join our knitters and crocheters as they create items for local hospitals, nursing homes and shelters. Crafters of all ages and skill levels are welcome.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Southside from the Heart- Hopewell Evenings

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Nelson Worley Board Room at Hopewell Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Southside from the Heart:

Join our knitters and crocheters as they create items for local hospitals, nursing homes and shelters. Crafters of all ages and skill levels are welcome.

Southside From the Heart is a local arm of From the Heart, a charitable organization based in Richmond VA that creates and donates knitted and crocheted objects to various groups. Looking to improve your skills?

Library Branch: Hopewell Library
Room: Nelson Worley Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Southside from the Heart

Join our knitters and crocheters as they create items for local hospitals, nursing homes and shelters. Crafters of all ages and skill levels are welcome.

Southside From the Heart is a local arm of From the Heart, a charitable organization based in Richmond VA that creates and donates knitted and crocheted objects to various groups. Looking to improve your skills?

This event is in the "Children" group

Family Craft Night

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hopewell Manufacturing Association Room at Hopewell Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

An evening full of crafting? Family night has never been this fun!

Library Branch: Hopewell Library
Room: Hopewell Manufacturing Association Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

An evening full of crafting? Family night has never been this fun!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo/Video Release Statement

By attending ARLS, or ARLS co-sponsored classes or events, at any location, the attendee agrees that: ARLS shall have the unrestricted right and license to use his or her image, likeness, name, voice, comment, or other proprietary or public rights, and that of any minor accompanying attendee, in any broadcast, telecast, photograph, video, audio sound, audiovisual, and/or other recording taken in connection with the class, event, or other transmission, distribution, public performance, or reproduction, in whole or in part, of the class or event for all purposes, worldwide, in perpetuity, and in any and all media now or hereafter known, without compensation. ARLS is the exclusive owner of all copyrights, and other proprietary rights. The rights granted herein to ARLS are assignable.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Southside from the Heart- Dinwiddie

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Public Area at Dinwiddie Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Southside from the Heart:

Join our knitters and crocheters as they create items for local hospitals, nursing homes and shelters. Crafters of all ages and skill levels are welcome.

Southside From the Heart is a local arm of From the Heart, a charitable organization based in Richmond VA that creates and donates knitted and crocheted objects to various groups. Looking to improve your skills?

Library Branch: Dinwiddie Library
Room: Public Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Southside from the Heart

Join our knitters and crocheters as they create items for local hospitals, nursing homes and shelters. Crafters of all ages and skill levels are welcome.

Southside From the Heart is a local arm of From the Heart, a charitable organization based in Richmond VA that creates and donates knitted and crocheted objects to various groups. Looking to improve your skills?

This event is in the "Adults" group

Bandana-Rama! Customize Your Own Pet Bandana

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Hopewell Manufacturing Association Room at Hopewell Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Join us to customize a bandana for your cat or dog! Two sizes of bandana will be available, small and large. When you register you will select what size you need. You are also welcome to bring your own bandana.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Hopewell Library
Room: Hopewell Manufacturing Association Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to customize a bandana for your cat or dog! Two sizes of bandana will be available, small and large. When you register you will select what size you need. You are also welcome to bring your own bandana.

This event is in the "Children" group

Family Craft Night

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Public Area at McKenney Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

An evening full of crafting? Family night has never been this fun!

Library Branch: McKenney Library
Room: Public Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

An evening full of crafting? Family night has never been this fun!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo/Video Release Statement

By attending ARLS, or ARLS co-sponsored classes or events, at any location, the attendee agrees that: ARLS shall have the unrestricted right and license to use his or her image, likeness, name, voice, comment, or other proprietary or public rights, and that of any minor accompanying attendee, in any broadcast, telecast, photograph, video, audio sound, audiovisual, and/or other recording taken in connection with the class, event, or other transmission, distribution, public performance, or reproduction, in whole or in part, of the class or event for all purposes, worldwide, in perpetuity, and in any and all media now or hereafter known, without compensation. ARLS is the exclusive owner of all copyrights, and other proprietary rights. The rights granted herein to ARLS are assignable.

This event is in the "Children" group

Family Craft Night

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Large Room at Prince George Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

An evening full of crafting? Family night has never been this fun!

Library Branch: Prince George Library
Room: Large Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

An evening full of crafting? Family night has never been this fun!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo/Video Release Statement

By attending ARLS, or ARLS co-sponsored classes or events, at any location, the attendee agrees that: ARLS shall have the unrestricted right and license to use his or her image, likeness, name, voice, comment, or other proprietary or public rights, and that of any minor accompanying attendee, in any broadcast, telecast, photograph, video, audio sound, audiovisual, and/or other recording taken in connection with the class, event, or other transmission, distribution, public performance, or reproduction, in whole or in part, of the class or event for all purposes, worldwide, in perpetuity, and in any and all media now or hereafter known, without compensation. ARLS is the exclusive owner of all copyrights, and other proprietary rights. The rights granted herein to ARLS are assignable.

This event is in the "Children" group

Create-a-Game: Rock Tic-Tac-Toe

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Large Room at Prince George Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Create a fun, screen-free game you can take anywhere! In this hands-on craft program, participants will paint rocks and turn them into a portable Tic-Tac-Toe set—perfect for road trips, waiting rooms, and family game time.

Library Branch: Prince George Library
Room: Large Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Create a fun, screen-free game you can take anywhere! In this hands-on craft program, participants will paint rocks and turn them into a portable Tic-Tac-Toe set—perfect for road trips, waiting rooms, and family game time.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo/Video Release Statement

By attending ARLS, or ARLS co-sponsored classes or events, at any location, the attendee agrees that: ARLS shall have the unrestricted right and license to use his or her image, likeness, name, voice, comment, or other proprietary or public rights, and that of any minor accompanying attendee, in any broadcast, telecast, photograph, video, audio sound, audiovisual, and/or other recording taken in connection with the class, event, or other transmission, distribution, public performance, or reproduction, in whole or in part, of the class or event for all purposes, worldwide, in perpetuity, and in any and all media now or hereafter known, without compensation. ARLS is the exclusive owner of all copyrights, and other proprietary rights. The rights granted herein to ARLS are assignable.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Decoupage Shell Trinket Dishes

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Room C at McKenney Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Make your own beautiful decoupage shell trinket dish! All materials are provided.

Library Branch: McKenney Library
Room: Room C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Make your own beautiful decoupage shell trinket dish! All materials are provided.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Southside From the Heart- Hopewell Mornings

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hopewell Manufacturing Association Room at Hopewell Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Southside from the Heart:

Join our knitters and crocheters as they create items for local hospitals, nursing homes and shelters. Crafters of all ages and skill levels are welcome.

Library Branch: Hopewell Library
Room: Hopewell Manufacturing Association Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Southside from the Heart

Join our knitters and crocheters as they create items for local hospitals, nursing homes and shelters. Crafters of all ages and skill levels are welcome.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Southside from the Heart- Hopewell Evenings

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Nelson Worley Board Room at Hopewell Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Southside from the Heart:

Join our knitters and crocheters as they create items for local hospitals, nursing homes and shelters. Crafters of all ages and skill levels are welcome.

Southside From the Heart is a local arm of From the Heart, a charitable organization based in Richmond VA that creates and donates knitted and crocheted objects to various groups. Looking to improve your skills?

Library Branch: Hopewell Library
Room: Nelson Worley Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Southside from the Heart

Join our knitters and crocheters as they create items for local hospitals, nursing homes and shelters. Crafters of all ages and skill levels are welcome.

Southside From the Heart is a local arm of From the Heart, a charitable organization based in Richmond VA that creates and donates knitted and crocheted objects to various groups. Looking to improve your skills?

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Mermaid Tail Macramé Keychain

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Public Area at Rohoic Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Teens will learn basic macramé knotting techniques while creating a stylish mermaid tail keychain using colorful cord and beads.

Library Branch: Rohoic Library
Room: Public Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Teens will learn basic macramé knotting techniques while creating a stylish mermaid tail keychain using colorful cord and beads.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo/Video Release Statement

By attending ARLS, or ARLS co-sponsored classes or events, at any location, the attendee agrees that: ARLS shall have the unrestricted right and license to use his or her image, likeness, name, voice, comment, or other proprietary or public rights, and that of any minor accompanying attendee, in any broadcast, telecast, photograph, video, audio sound, audiovisual, and/or other recording taken in connection with the class, event, or other transmission, distribution, public performance, or reproduction, in whole or in part, of the class or event for all purposes, worldwide, in perpetuity, and in any and all media now or hereafter known, without compensation. ARLS is the exclusive owner of all copyrights, and other proprietary rights. The rights granted herein to ARLS are assignable.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Southside from the Heart- Dinwiddie

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Public Area at Dinwiddie Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Southside from the Heart:

Join our knitters and crocheters as they create items for local hospitals, nursing homes and shelters. Crafters of all ages and skill levels are welcome.

Southside From the Heart is a local arm of From the Heart, a charitable organization based in Richmond VA that creates and donates knitted and crocheted objects to various groups. Looking to improve your skills?

Library Branch: Dinwiddie Library
Room: Public Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Southside from the Heart

Join our knitters and crocheters as they create items for local hospitals, nursing homes and shelters. Crafters of all ages and skill levels are welcome.

Southside From the Heart is a local arm of From the Heart, a charitable organization based in Richmond VA that creates and donates knitted and crocheted objects to various groups. Looking to improve your skills?

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Pour Paint Coasters

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Large Room at Prince George Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Unleash your creativity and create stunning, one-of-a-kind coasters using the vibrant and fun technique of pour painting!

Library Branch: Prince George Library
Room: Large Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity and create stunning, one-of-a-kind coasters using the vibrant and fun technique of pour painting!

Disclaimer(s)

Photo/Video Release Statement

By attending ARLS, or ARLS co-sponsored classes or events, at any location, the attendee agrees that: ARLS shall have the unrestricted right and license to use his or her image, likeness, name, voice, comment, or other proprietary or public rights, and that of any minor accompanying attendee, in any broadcast, telecast, photograph, video, audio sound, audiovisual, and/or other recording taken in connection with the class, event, or other transmission, distribution, public performance, or reproduction, in whole or in part, of the class or event for all purposes, worldwide, in perpetuity, and in any and all media now or hereafter known, without compensation. ARLS is the exclusive owner of all copyrights, and other proprietary rights. The rights granted herein to ARLS are assignable.