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A Clean Sweep

Shaker Fan Broom Workshop

2025-04-26 13:00:00 2025-04-26 16:00:00 America/New_York A Clean Sweep Create a Shaker fan broom and learn about the enigmatic Shakers that invented it. Look back at local and American history, and use rudimentary tools to make a beautiful, functional piece to take home. Kenmore Branch Library - Community Room

Saturday, April 26
1:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-04-26 13:00:00 2025-04-26 16:00:00 America/New_York A Clean Sweep Create a Shaker fan broom and learn about the enigmatic Shakers that invented it. Look back at local and American history, and use rudimentary tools to make a beautiful, functional piece to take home. Kenmore Branch Library - Community Room

Kenmore Branch Library

Community Room

Create a Shaker fan broom and learn about the enigmatic Shakers that invented it. Look back at local and American history, and use rudimentary tools to make a beautiful, functional piece to take home.

Register online, in person, or by phone at 330.745.6126.

Both a craft event and a historical discussion, in this program you will create your own whisk broom to take home.

Learn about the materials used in broom making, some folklore, and the history and evolution of brooms from round to fan shapes.

Also hear about the importance of broom making to the economy of the Western Reserve region of Ohio.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Maker & DIY | Art & Crafts |

TAGS: | Shakers | Ohio Western Reserve | History | Broommaking | Appalacia | Adult Craft |

Kenmore Branch Library

kenmore@akronlibrary.org
Phone: 330.745.6126
Branch manager
Wendy Zarara

Hours
Mon, Mar 31 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Apr 01 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Apr 02 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Apr 03 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Apr 04 12:00PM to 6:00PM
Sat, Apr 05 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Apr 06 Closed

About the branch

The Kenmore Branch Library is a center of neighborhood enrichment where people and resources come together for information, education, and entertainment. Computers and computer classes, WiFi, copiers, scanning and faxing are just a few of the popular services available at the Library; meeting space for non-profit groups and organizations is also in high-demand throughout the year.

Diverse programming--including storytime, NatureConnect, crafting, cooking, health and wellness, and more—engage participants of all ages who learn and create together. Kenmore Branch Library is your one-stop spot for news about local events, the latest in books, movies, and music, access to technology, and so much more.

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Tue, Apr 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Sat, Apr 19, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
New date Saturday, April 26, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

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Tue, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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Fri, Apr 25, 11:00am - 3:00pm
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