Step back into colonial America to experie nce daily life in the 1700s\, where handwoven baskets were essential for g athering and storing goods. \; In this hands-on program\, participants will learn basic basket-weaving techniques to create a small berry basket . \; The program will explore the history of basket-making and its sig nificance\, with no prior experience required&mdash\;just bring curiosity and creativity!
\nPlease note: Participants should be comfortable following multi-step directions and completing the project independently\, as this is a detailed hands-on weaving workshop with limit ed one-on-one assistance available.
\nThis program is part of Ocean County Library&rsquo\;s celebration of the United States&rsquo\; 250th&nbs p\;anniversary\, made possible through the generous support of the Ocean C ounty Library Foundation. \; \;The Ocean County Library Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization now in its 25th year of enhancing \;servi ces and opportunities to all Library users.
\nThis event is also gen erously sponsored by the Friends of the Ocean County Library - Waretown br anch.
\nThis event will be led by South Jersey Master Basket Maker\, Mary May\, who has taught basket-making workshops for many years and is t he recipient of the 2022 Lifetime Achievement Award in the Arts.
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