Week of Events
Monday, February 16, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
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February 17, 2026 -Make Your Own Yarn
Make Your Own Yarn
Materials saved from the landfill: fabric scraps, orts (those tiny scraps of thread + yarn from sewing and textile projects!) Skills you'll learn: technique for making fabric scrap twine, coiling technique for "art yarn" developed by the instructor Ever wondered what to do with the scraps left over from your sewing + textile projects? Textile... Read more »
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
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February 18, 2026 -Craft Club
Craft Club
Join the creative folks at Perennial for Craft Club! Each month, we host this happy hour event to test out our newest craft ideas while building a sustainable, creative community. All of the materials + instruction will be provided for a surprise, bite-sized craft. Whether you have a lot or just a little experience with... Read more »
Thursday, February 19, 2026
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February 19, 2026 -DIY Little Free Library, 2/19+2/26
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February 19, 2026 -DIY Upcycled Picture Framing
DIY Little Free Library, 2/19+2/26
Materials saved from the landfill: drawers, cabinets, salvaged scrap wood, picture frames, hardware Skills you'll learn: table saw, construction, drilling, installation Please note, this two-day workshop takes place on Thursdays, February 19 + 26 from 6pm - 9pm each night. Learn to transform an old piece of furniture into your very own Little Free Library!... Read more »
DIY Upcycled Picture Framing
Materials saved from the landfill: picture frames, mat boards Skills you'll learn: repairing + replacing parts of salvaged picture frames, mat board cutting + covering Discover tips and tricks for framing your artwork with upcycled picture frames! In this class, we'll discuss the different types of pictures frames you'll find secondhand - from wood to... Read more »
Friday, February 20, 2026
No events on this day.
Saturday, February 21, 2026
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February 21, 2026 -Community Clothing Swap
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February 21, 2026 -Tools 101: Drills + Sander + Planer
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February 21, 2026 -Dyeing with Indigo
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February 21, 2026 -Home Repair: Electrical
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February 21, 2026 -Tools 101: Lathe
Community Clothing Swap
Our next swap will take place on Saturday, February 21 from 10am–12pm at the Quaker Meeting House at 1001 Park Avenue. Want to be the first to learn when swap tickets go on sale? Become a Reuser+ member to support Perennial's non-profit mission and receive member benefits and updates. Join or upgrade today. How exactly... Read more »
Tools 101: Drills + Sander + Planer
Skills you'll learn: power drill, drill press, belt sander, planer Learn how to safely and effectively cut your reclaimed wood with the tools in Perennial's wood shop. In this hour and a half demo, you'll learn how to safely use hand-held power drills and the drill press to create joinery and attach hardware to your... Read more »
Dyeing with Indigo
Materials saved from the landfill: cotton bedsheets, natural fabrics Skills you'll learn: Shibori dyeing, kumo and itajime resist techniques Shibori, aka Japanese tie dye, is a multifaceted art where you can tie, fold, and stitch your way to a whole new look for tired linens, clothes, and more. In this class, participants will get to... Read more »
Home Repair: Electrical
Skills you'll learn: Basic electrical work Quash your fears of working with electrical basics in your home! Join us for this demonstration class to learn what’s safe to do yourself and when it’s time to call in the professionals. Our instructor Joel, an electrical engineer, will take you through the steps of replacing or installing... Read more »
Tools 101: Lathe
Skills you'll learn: lathe woodturning Learn how to safely and effectively shape reclaimed wood with the lathe in Perennial's woodshop. In this hour and a half hands-on demo, you'll learn how to safely use the lathe to turn wood to make bowls, spindles, vessels, and more (with lots of practice!). You'll discuss the different tools... Read more »
Sunday, February 22, 2026
No events on this day.