Tempe Public Library

Join us Wednesday evenings in October for a craft using recycled materials.
This week we'll be making tote bags out of t-shirts. Feel free to bring a t-shirt from home (keep in mind it will be getting cut up!), but we'll also have a limited supply of t-shirts available.

This event is part of our One Tempe One Book program.

It’s said that Mister Rogers carried a note in his pocket with a simple reminder: “Frankly, there isn’t anyone you couldn’t learn to love once you’ve heard their story.” Inspired by this message of empathy and kindness, we’ll create our own fabric pockets to hold encouraging notes and reminders of joy. We’ll also watch a mini documentary about Mister Rogers to reflect on what it means to be a good neighbor. No sewing experience necessary!

Join this session to make a baby blanket that goes back to Arizona parents who have chosen to donate their placenta after giving birth! No experience needed for this no-sew blanket activity.

What is birth tissue donation?
Following the miracle of life, birth tissue (placenta and umbilical cord) can become a priceless gift with the potential to aid in the healing of multiple or various types of surgical procedures. In addition to cherishing the miracle of a new baby, these generous parents are able to help others through the donation of birth tissue.

Donor Network of Arizona facilitates birth tissue donation, along with the lifesaving gifts of organ and tissue donation across the state. Learn more and register as an organ and tissue donor at dnaz.org!