Week Calendar

Children will build literacy skills through books and improve their fine motor skills by doing crafts that will introduce them to various art mediums and techniques.

Ideal for children ages birth to 10 years and their caregivers. 

Whether you are a seasoned crafter or just want to learn, consider joining Triad Sip & Stitch, our library’s weekly knit and crochet group.  This group meets every Monday from 9:30 a.m.

Join us on the front lawn of the Central Library every Monday for fun self-directed activities exploring arts, innovation, reading, and community. 

Join us for a creative and colorful experience making unique hanging yarn art!

Groups - please call the branch at 336-703-2990 to inquire about registration. 

In this class you'll learn the basics of using your sewing machine. You'll learn how to thread your machine and bobbin, use the different features of your machine, and feel comfortable continuing to sew at home.

Join instructor Kasey Terran as we learn to make wire-wrapped jewelry. This two-hour course will explore different techniques of wire wrapped jewelry creation. Registration is required.

Unwind with a relaxing morning of coloring, coffee, and community. Coloring sheets, colored pencils, and coffee will be provided.  

Adults are invited to unwind with a relaxing morning of coloring, coffee, and community. Coloring supplies, coffee, and cocoa will be provided.

For more information, call us at 336-703-2930. 

Join our Sewing Club and get stitching with fellow creators! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, bring your current project, or start something new with us. 

The Library's Makerspaces at Clemmons Branch Library, Forsyth County Central Library, and Paddison Memorial Branch Library have 3D printers, sewing machines, and other technology as well as space and worktables for large creative projects.

Preschoolers can learn new words and stimulate their brains with crafts that include different colors, shapes, and textures and relate to the weekly Storytime theme.

Recommended for children ages 3-6 and their caregivers.

Preschoolers can learn new words and stimulate their brains with crafts that include different colors, shapes, and textures and relate to the weekly Storytime theme.

Recommended for children ages 3-6 and their caregivers.

Join us for a fun morning of coloring, coffee and community. You can also bring your own projects to work on. Coloring supplies and coffee will be provided. 

Join us every Monday from 1-3 PM at the Walkertown Branch Library for our weekly Crochet and Knitting Class! Whether you've always wanted to learn these timeless crafts or are looking to refresh your skills, this class is perfect for you.

This group welcomes all needlework artists at any skill level to chat and work on individual needlework projects and peruse needlework books from the library’s collection.

Boost your creativity and focus by learning the art of paper folding to create various shapes and figures. We’ll also have books and materials available to you to help you continue the fun at home. Recommended for children ages 6-11.

There are so many different ways to paint! Embrace your inner artist and join us for a fun afternoon where we learn the pouring paint technique. Wear clothes that can get messy. We will be on the patio outside the Children's Library.

Learn about painting in a fun, relaxed environment. Registration is required. Suitable for ages 8-13.

For ages 12-18.

Join us for an artistic-filled summer this year as we Color Our World during Summer Reading Program. Each week we will tackle a different avenue of art and create a unique project. 

There are so many different ways to paint! Embrace your inner artist and join us for another Tween Tuesday where we learn the pouring paint technique. Wear clothes that can get messy. We will be on the patio outside the Children's Library.

Children aged 4 through tweens are invited to do fun (and MESSY!) STEAM activities. We are repeating some of the most popular STEAM activities this summer.

Bring your artistic talents to the button-making world at the Reynolda Manor Branch Library. We will be hosting a special summer series for colorful and creative button making!

Learn about painting in a fun, relaxed environment. Registration is required.

Teen will be instructed how to create their own art from a pre-selected work, while enjoying strawberry lemonade. Participants may take home their artwork.

The Library's Makerspace at Forsyth County Central Library has 3D printers, sewing machines, and other technology as well as space and worktables for large creative projects. Access to Makerspace equipment is first come, first served. 

Encourage kids to read and be creative by making photo bookmarks. We’ll provide all the needed supplies, and they’ll leave with personalized keepsakes for their favorite books. Registration required. Recommended for children ages 3-11.

In this class, you will learn how to improve your sewing skills by using old clothing to make sustainable fashion that is both creative and eco-friendly. 

Looking for a new new hobby? Learn how to create mosaic-style pictures. Participants may take home their artwork.