Check our calendar for a full listing of seasonal events!
Hope Highlights
Special Events
CRAFTERNOON DELIGHT 16+
Most Thursdays at 5pm.
Hygge, snacks, and creative crafts for older teens and adults. Beat the winter blues every week while making beautiful arts & crafts projects. Snacks and supplies are provided for FREE.
March Crafts
March 6 Spring Garland
March 13 Flower Vase
March 20 Blooming Branches
March 27 Spring Pom Pom Pets
April Crafts
April 3 Decoupage Egg Ornaments
April 10 Spring Baskets
April 17 Spring Snowdrops
April 24 Mushroom Gardens
May Crafts
May 1 May Baskets
May 8 Card Making
May 15 Bath Bombs
May 22 Memorial Day Fans
PEEPLES CHOICE AWARD
Diorama Contest
Illustrate your favorite story using marshmallow Peeps!
Make a three dimensional diorama no larger than 2ft. x 2ft. using at least one Peep marshmallow chick or bunny in your design. Drop off your creations during business hours at Hope Library between April 9 and 12. Then invite your friends and family to view the displays between April 14 and 18 and vote for their favorites. All dioramas will be displayed in the children’s room for public viewing. Ask for an official ballot at the circulation desk. The winner will be announced at 3pm on Friday, April 18.
Compete in one of three categories: Children under 12, Young Adults 12-18, Adults 18+
CRAFT CORNER
2nd- 4th Tuesday, 4:30pm – 5:30pm (before Battle Arcade)
Unleash your creativity at Craft Corner—now with projects designed just for tweens! Each week, try a new hands-on activity that’s fun, simple, and perfect for expressing your style. All supplies are provided, but feel free to bring your own materials to make it extra unique! To ensure everyone has the materials they need, please register in advance.
MARCH CRAFTS
March 11: Shamrock Pop Art – Create a bold and colorful masterpiece.
March 18: Painted Rocks–Create unique St. Patrick’s Day-inspired art.
March 25: Rainbow & Pot of Gold Paper Crafts– A creative twist to a classic theme.
APRIL CRAFTS
April 8: DIY Pressed Flower Art Preserve – Real flowers in a creative display.
April 15: Paper Mushrooms – Make your own mini mushroom garden
April 22: Earth Day Terrariums–Build your own tiny ecosystem in honor of Earth Day.
April 29: Watercolor Galaxy Bookmarks–Blend colors to create a cosmic masterpiece.
MAY CRAFTS
May 13: Origami & Paper Folding–Learn fun folding techniques to make cool creations.
May 20: DIY Mini Notebooks–Design and decorate your own pocket-sized journal.
May 27: Friendship Bracelets–Weave and swap bracelets with friends.
