Do we need to register for the paper crafts workshop in advance?

No registration is required. This is a drop-in event, so you can arrive at the Durham Main Library Innovation Lab anytime between 1:00 PM and 5:00 PM.

What age group is this library activity best for?

While all ages are welcome, the fine motor skills required for origami and booklet making make this activity ideal for elementary and middle school children.

This Week In the Lab: Paper Crafts

Name: This Week In the Lab: Paper Crafts
Start: 2026-10-02T17:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-10-02T21:00:00.000Z
Location: Main Library

This Week In the Lab: Paper Crafts is a drop-in creative workshop where children can design their own self-published booklets, known as zines, and practice the art of origami. Hosted by the library's STEAM Team, this session provides all the paper, drawing supplies, and folding guides needed for kids to create whatever they imagine. This free activity takes place in the Innovation Lab on the second floor of the Main Library in downtown Durham. It is a self-paced, open-house style event, meaning you can arrive anytime between 1:00 PM and 5:00 PM. The project is best suited for school-aged children who can handle scissors and follow basic folding instructions. Free parking is available in the library lot, but it can fill up quickly on Friday afternoons. This is an excellent Friday option because it requires no advance registration and lets your kids wind down after the school week with a quiet, hands-on project. Plus, they get to take home their custom booklets and paper creations to show off over the weekend.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do we need to register for the paper crafts workshop in advance?: No registration is required. This is a drop-in event, so you can arrive at the Durham Main Library Innovation Lab anytime between 1:00 PM and 5:00 PM.
What age group is this library activity best for?: While all ages are welcome, the fine motor skills required for origami and booklet making make this activity ideal for elementary and middle school children.

Last updated September 22, 2026

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