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Program Highlights

Digital Preservation Lab: Central

Adults
Multiple Dates and Times

Explore the library’s Digital Preservation Lab and learn how you can digitize your keepsakes and preserve your family history. Registration required.

Perspectives of a Revolution VA250 Lecture Series

Ipswich Lace and the Colonial Economy: Central

Adults
Saturday, March 7, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

The Chesapeake Lace Guild will present hands-on demonstrations and workshops to discuss the history of Ipswich lace as part of the colonial economy and the preservation of art in modern times. Registration required.

18th Century Netting Workshop: Central

Adults
Saturday, March 14, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Watch a demonstration from Bonnie Swank on how to make a handmade net, see a collection of net-making tools, and make a net using craft sticks. Registration required.

18th Century Knotting Workshop: Central

Adults
Saturday, March 21, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Join instructor Bonnie Swank to learn how to make knotted cord and learn the ancient technique of Prick and Pounce to transfer a design onto fabric to attach your knotted thread. Registration required.