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This Week In the Lab: Paper Crafts

Date: Thu, Oct 1, 2026

Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Venue: Main Library, Durham

Price: Free

Category: Arts

Join the STEAM Team in the Innovation Lab during specified open hours to do paper crafts by creating your own Zine and fold origami! Zines (pronounced "zeens") are tough to define because they can be so many things! Basically, they are self-published booklets containing anything you want - art, writing, drawings, recipes, poetry, comics, etc. The content and look are totally up to the creator. It's all about self-expression. Origami is an ancient art technique to fold paper into exciting and unexpected shapes. This is a self-paced activity. You can drop in during the listed Open Lab Hours. Innovation Lab Open Hours: Monday: Closed Tuesday: 1pm - 5pm Wednesday: 3pm -7pm Thursday: 10am - 2pm Friday: 1pm - 5pm Saturday: 11am - 1pm and 3pm - 5pm Hours subject to change based on staffing and programming needs.

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This Week In the Lab: Paper Crafts

“Arrive closer to 10:00 AM for the quietest crafting environment.”

When
Next Thursday
Thu, Oct 1, 2026
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Where
Main Library
Durham, NC
Ages
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Price
Free
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This Week In the Lab: Paper Crafts is a drop-in creative workshop at the Durham Main Library where children can design their own mini-magazines and practice traditional paper folding. Led by the library's STEAM Team, this session provides all the materials needed to fold origami and assemble personalized zines filled with drawings, stories, or comics. To make the most of your visit, note that this is a self-paced activity designed for school-aged children who can handle scissors and basic folding. The event is completely free and requires no registration. Parking is available in the library lot, and you do not need to bring any supplies of your own since everything is provided in the Innovation Lab. This program makes an excellent outing because it combines a library trip with a structured, hands-on project. It is a low-pressure environment where kids can focus on their own designs while you enjoy a quiet morning out of the house.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do we need to register for the paper crafts workshop?
No registration is required. You can drop into the Innovation Lab at the Main Library anytime between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM on Thursday.
What age group is this library activity best for?
While all ages are welcome, the fine motor skills required for origami and zine-making make this activity best suited for elementary and middle school children.

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This Week In the Lab: Paper Crafts runs Thu, Oct 1, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. It repeats daily.

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