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A teen from the Roots & Shoots team helps to clean up the pollinator garden at the Eastside Branch
What is Roots & Shoots?
We’re proud to be part of Roots & Shoots, a global youth leadership program founded by the Jane Goodall Institute that empowers young people to make a positive difference for people, animals, and the environment.
Thanks to a grant from the Jane Goodall Institute, supported by Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada Inc., we’ve been working with members of our Teen Events Team to bring new programs and community initiatives to life. Our teen volunteers have shared their ideas, passions, and creativity to help shape projects focused on sustainability, environmental action, and community wellbeing.
Programs
Over the next two years, Roots & Shoots will bring more than 20 programs to the library, exploring topics like sustainability, textile conservation, native plants, and environmental action. Check out upcoming programs below.
Arts & Crafts
Crafting with Creativebug: Mindful Mending
October 28th: 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Older Adults
Registration required
About the Program
Learn how to access and make the most of Creativebug, the library’s online arts and crafts resource, in this hands-on introductory session! We’ll walk through how to log in, browse classes, and start projects from home.
Arts & Crafts
Crafting with Creativebug: Mindful Mending
November 4th: 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Older Adults
Registration required
About the Program
Learn how to access and make the most of Creativebug, the library’s online arts and crafts resource, in this hands-on introductory session! We’ll walk through how to log in, browse classes, and start projects from home.
Socials and Clubs
Crafting with Creativebug: Needle Felting
November 11th: 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Older Adults
Waitlisted
About the Program
Learn how to access and make the most of Creativebug, the library’s online arts and crafts resource, in this hands-on introductory session! We’ll walk through how to log in, browse classes, and start projects from home.
Socials and Clubs
Crafting with Creativebug: Needle Felting
November 18th: 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Older Adults
Waitlisted
About the Program
Learn how to access and make the most of Creativebug, the library’s online arts and crafts resource, in this hands-on introductory session! We’ll walk through how to log in, browse classes, and start projects from home.
Environment
WPL Community Closet
December 19th: 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Main Library
Age Group: Everyone Welcome
Registration required
About the Program
Join us at the Main Library for another exciting WPL Community Closet event, where you can "shop" at our free thrift store. Everything is free, you do not need a library card (although we think it's a great thing to have!) and the clothing collection is donated by the community for the community. Various sizes are available and organized by rack.
Socials and Clubs
Crafting with Creativebug: Herbal Heating Pads
January 6th: 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Older Adults
Registration required
About the Program
It's time to get cozy! Learn how to access and make the most of Creativebug, the library's online arts and crafts resource, in this hands-on introductory session. We'll explore how to log in, browse classes, and start creative projects from home.
Tech and Tools
Clothing Repair Café
January 13th: 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Teens
Registration required
About the Program
Fashion is responsible for a significant environmental impact, but repairing and reusing clothing is a simple way to reduce waste and save money. Bring new life to your well-loved garments at this relaxed clothing repair café.
Guest Speakers
Natural Dyeing 101 with Rosewood Stitches
January 21st: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Older Adults
Registration required
About the Program
Natural dyeing is a process that uses plant, mineral, or invertebrate sources to color textiles. In this class, participants will learn the basics of the art of natural dyeing using dried flower petals. Each participant will take home a dyed bandana.
Environment
Natural Dyeing 101 with Rosewood Stitches
February 17th: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Teens
Registration required
About the Program
Natural dyeing is a process that uses plant, mineral, or invertebrate sources to color textiles. In this class, participants will learn the basics of the art of natural dyeing using dried flower petals. Each participant will take home a dyed bandana.
