After a holiday break, the Hailey Public Library is again offering two popular knitting opportunities for beginners to learn basic knitting technique or for the more experienced knitter to improve their skills.
“Learn to Knit” is a free, 4-week class co-taught by master knitters Patricia Lirk and Joanne Squire! The series will focus on the basics and participants will create a personal project. Classes will be held each Tuesday from 5:30-7:00 PM starting January 7 at the Library, 7 West Croy. Participants should bring their own yarn and needles. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Email kristin.fletcher@haileypubliclibrary.org or call 208-788-2036 to reserve your spot.
“Knitting Circle” is an informal gathering facilitated by master knitters Patricia Lirk and Joanne Squire! It will be held on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays at the Library, 7 West Croy, from 5:30-7:00 PM, starting January 8. The Circle is suitable for all abilities. New this month – optional instruction in a cool advanced technique. Participants should bring their own yarn, needles and knitting project. Pre-registration is helpful for planning. Email kristin.fletcher@haileypubliclibrary.org.
“With snow and cold on everyone’s mind, now is the perfect time to learn to knit for the first time or perfect your skills during these long winter evenings,” commented organizer Kristin Fletcher, the library’s programs and engagement manager, “Patricia and Joanne are wonderful teachers and make learning so fun.”
Patricia Lirk first leaned to knit through a store she worked at 30 years ago and has been hooked ever since. She opened Sun Valley Needle Arts in Ketchum in 2010 and shares her talents teaching classes for the general public, girl scout troops and attendees at local conferences. Her friend and colleague, Joanne Squire is a long-time local knitter.
For more information, contact the Library at 208-788-2036 or visit haileypubliclibrary.org.
