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Black History Month Crafts Free

Virtual Holiday Craft Program: Black History Month

February 05, 2022 - February 05, 2022 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Photo credit: iStock/BojanMirkovic

Description

February’s program will focus on Black History Month with clay model constellations celebrating Mae Jemison, the first Black woman to travel into space. Online registration required. Pick up your craft materials bag at the circulation desk at Portage-Cragin Branch or Sulzer Regional Library. Kids 5-8 will need help with the craft. For ages 5-13 and their caregivers.

Event cost: Free

Event time: 11 a.m.-noon Feb. 5, 2022

Additional Information

Contact Phone: 312-744-0152

Website: https://chipublib.bibliocommons.com/events/search/local_start=2022-02-01%20TO%202022-02-28/event/61ba0e7ce280b72900038e4b

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