CALAIS, Maine—University of Maine Cooperative Extension Washington County 4-H is offering a seasonal craft pop-up on Saturday, December 14 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Calais Free Library, 9 Union Street.

Back by popular demand, 4-H Professional Gabby Brodek, along with a 4-H volunteer, will lead youth through several seasonal craft projects to take home. Each participant will have an opportunity to make and decorate a miniature doll as well as a card and envelope. These hands-on activities are intended for all ages and can be used as gifts to share with friends, family and the community. The workshop is open to youth ages 5-18, providing an opportunity to imagine and create together, share ideas, and help each other with craft-specific skills. All materials for the crafts will be provided.

The event is free; registration is required. Space is limited to 15 participants. Visit the program website to register by Monday, December 9. For more information or to request a reasonable accommodation contact Gabby Brodek at 207.255.3345 or gabrielle.brodek@maine.edu.

About University of Maine Cooperative Extension: As a trusted resource for over 100 years, Extension has supported UMaine’s land and sea grant public education role by conducting community-driven, research-based programs in every Maine county. UMaine Extension seeks to build thriving communities and help grow the food-based economy. Extension also leads Maine’s 4-H program, the most successful out-of-school youth educational program in the state. 4-H programs are grounded in the belief that kids learn best by doing and are developed to fit a variety of backgrounds, interests, budgets and schedules. Participants complete hands-on projects in areas like health, science, agriculture and civic engagement in a positive environment where they are encouraged to take on proactive leadership roles.