More adult crafting programs coming to the library

While some rush out of work to make the happy hour specials and others might devote an hour for a power nap while the kids are still at basketball practice - the Leavenworth library hosted an hour from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. for bookworms to come craft a bookmark.
    The Leavenworth library often hosts kid friendly or preteen targeted events, but this was primarily for the adult community.
    With Christmas wrapped up, there can be a lull in activities, particularly for adults, when everyone is in that post holiday season limbo. Adults were invited to gather at the library to indulge in their creative side to craft bookmarks to slide into whatever book is currently on their nightstand.
    "We tried an adult program in the fall painting Christmas ornaments, and had such a great response we decided to have a once a month craft hour for adults from January through May in 2019.  The first Thursday of each month for the next several months we'll have a different craft program just for adults," said Leavenworth Library librarian Joanne Gembe.
    Three different bookmarks were available to craft: beaded ribbon, a pompom, braided paper chevron. Regardless of personal taste, all eight of the adults left with something new to insert in their favorite bestseller.
    This was an event that gave the adult community something to fill their slow afternoon, a way to help those with a bad dog-earing habit or clear their mind after a long day at the office. Each month will offer a creative outlet for adults.
    In February there will be a seasonally appropriate craft hour dedicated to making handcrafted Valentine's Cards. In March there will be an opportunity to prepare for spring by painting rocks to use as garden markers. Sticking with the theme of spring, Easter and pastel, there will be a chance to paint glass egg ornaments with alcohol ink. And as for May, that's still in the works of being decided.
    "If people enjoy the programs we hope to continue them in the fall," said Gembe.