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Knitting for Teens (or Warm Up America, if participating)

Brief Description:

Teens gather at the library to knit squares that will be joined into blankets for needy children/families

Materials Needed:

Needle, Yarn

Scissors, ruler
Refreshments

Cost:

Yarn and needles for all (Try to get needles & yarn donated and/or have teens bring their own)

Refreshments

Program Procedure:
Can be a drop in or scheduled program, just keep materials handy. At scheduled program, have someone who knows how to knit available to teach beginners. If participating in a program for a non-profit organization, follow their guidelines for knitting the squares. Serve food, play music.

Useful Planning Resources For Librarians:

www.warmupamerica.com

Related Materials For Display\Resource List For Teens:

Books on knitting

Additional Comments:

This program is cheap and easy, teens love sitting around with their friend, knitting, relaxing, eating, listening to music and working on something cooperatively that will help someone in need.

It is not necessary to affiliate with a non-profit organization (optional). 

Contact Information Of Library Submitting Program:

Wiggin Memorial Library

Stratham, NH

603-772-4346