Latest Past Events

Weaving Tradition: Portuguese Textiles Through Time – Virtual Session

With: Joana Isabel Ribeiro Sequeira, Lab2PT/In2Past with the University of Minho, Portugal Title: Weaving Tradition: Portuguese Textiles Through Time. With: Joana Isabel Ribeiro Sequeira, Lab2PT/In2Past with the University of Minho, Portugal Time: Saturday June 20th, 10am-11am EST Virtual via Zoom – Registration required. A cultural presentation exploring Portuguese textile traditions from a historical and cultural lens, highlighting decorative […]

Craft & Connect Mosaic Frames & Pictures for Kids

Renfrew Public Library 13 Railway Ave., Renfrew

A fun and creative Craft & Connect: Mosaic Program! This hands-on workshop invites kids and families to explore the vibrant art of mosaics, blending creativity, colour, and cultural inspiration drawn from Portuguese design traditions. Participants will design their own colourful mosaic frames and pictures using a variety of shapes, textures, and materials, learning simple mosaic […]

Drop-in: Spinning and Weaving Demo

Renfrew Public Library 13 Railway Ave., Renfrew

Join us for a fascinating Spinning & Weaving Demonstration exploring two of the world’s oldest textile arts and the important role they’ve played across cultures and generations. Long before modern factories and clothing production, spinning and weaving were essential everyday skills used to create fabric for clothing, blankets, household goods, and trade. Spinning is the […]