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Beginner Origami Workshop

For adults, teens, and kids in grade 4 and up
2026-01-10 14:00:00 2026-01-10 15:00:00 America/Indiana/Indianapolis Beginner Origami Workshop Main Library - Teens Program Room

Saturday, January 10
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-01-10 14:00:00 2026-01-10 15:00:00 America/Indiana/Indianapolis Beginner Origami Workshop Learn about Japanese culture at this origami workshop for beginners. Presented in partnership with the Carmel High School Japanese Culture Club. Registration is required. Main Library - Teens Program Room

Main Library

Teens Program Room

Learn about Japanese culture at this origami workshop for beginners. Presented in partnership with the Carmel High School Japanese Culture Club. Registration is required.

The Carmel High School Japanese Culture Club is hosting a beginner origami workshop. They will introduce a wide range of things anyone can make while getting a peek into Japanese culture. All supplies will be provided, including Japanese snacks. Registration is required, and all participants must be in grade 4 or older.

This workshop is part of the library's student-led programming initiative.

If you need special accommodations for this program to be successful, please let us know by calling the Teen Services Desk at 317.814.3983 or emailing youngadult@carmelclaylibrary.org.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Kids Ages 5-12 | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Hobbies/Recreation | Arts/Crafts |

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