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Crafting for Critters!

Handmade Pet Toys from Recycled Materials

2025-07-15 17:30:00 2025-07-15 19:00:00 America/New_York Crafting for Critters! Want to make something paws-itively adorable? Join us to hand-sew adorable pet toys using recycled materials. Learn how to process your own catnip for use in a cat toy from our Seed Library! Lakeville Branch - Lakeville Meeting Room

Tuesday, July 15
5:30pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-07-15 17:30:00 2025-07-15 19:00:00 America/New_York Crafting for Critters! Want to make something paws-itively adorable? Join us to hand-sew adorable pet toys using recycled materials. Learn how to process your own catnip for use in a cat toy from our Seed Library! Lakeville Branch - Lakeville Meeting Room

Lakeville Branch

Lakeville Meeting Room

Want to make something paws-itively adorable? Join us to hand-sew adorable pet toys using recycled materials. Learn how to process your own catnip for use in a cat toy from our Seed Library!

Whether you're making a gift for your own furry friend or donating a toy to a shelter animal in need, this eco-friendly craft workshop is a great way to upcycle and give back. All materials provided and beginners are welcome! Come stitch, stuff, and spread some joy—one toy at a time! If you've grown catnip from our Seed Library, you'll learn how to process your own catnip for use in a cat toy!

Event contact: Krista, k.hoefle@sjcpl.org
(574) 282-4581

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Crafts & Hobbies | Animals & Nature |

Lakeville Branch
k.pauley@sjcpl.org
Phone: 574-784-3446
Branch manager
Kara Pauley
Hours
Mon, Jun 02 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jun 03 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jun 04 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jun 05 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Jun 06 1:00PM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jun 07 10:00AM to 2:00PM
Sun, Jun 08 Closed
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