Libraries plan online How-to Festival

Posted On: April 19, 2021

Local experts, hobbyists and librarians will share their passions and offer instructions during 24 free, online programs offered by the Volusia County Public Library on May 1 and 2.  

This year’s How-to Festival will be presented virtually with a collection of how-to videos created by library staff. Round up your family and learn something new together.

Participants can pick up tips on how to play the ukulele, how to publish a book, and more during this community education event. Residents can participate by visiting www.volusialibrary.org. Advance registration and a library card are not required.

Saturday, May 1

9 a.m.: Make and decorate with marshmallow fondant (adults)

9:30 a.m.: Washi tape nails (teens)

10 a.m.: Etch glass with your digital cutter (adults)

10:30 a.m.: Healthy eating for kids (kids)

11 a.m.: Native plants in your landscape (adults)

11:30 a.m.: Funky, fun yoga flow (teens)

Noon: Choosing the best beef meat cuts (adults)

12:30 p.m.: Glass jar butterfly feeder (adults)

1 p.m.: Ukulele for beginners (kids)

1:30 p.m.: Baton twirling for beginners (adults)

2 p.m.: How to decide if a pet bird is right for you, part one (adults)

2:30 p.m.: How to decide if a pet bird is right for you, part two (adults)

Sunday, May 2

9 a.m.: Wind chime glamming (adults)

9:30 a.m.: Get organized using a bullet journal (teens)

10 a.m.: Mindfulness through meditation (adults)

10:30 a.m.: From pantry to table (adults)

11 a.m.: String scavenger hunt (kids)

11:30 a.m.: Create a flower arrangement using items found in your environment (adults)

Noon: Hair trends and graduation hairstyles (teens)

12:30 p.m.: Decorating cupcakes (adults)

1 p.m.: Advance care planning with Five Wishes (adults)

1:30 p.m.: Fairy hair (adults)

2 p.m.: Pop-up flower card (kids)

2:30 p.m.: How to self-publish with author Roger Fulton (adults)

For more information about the How-to Festival, visit www.volusialibrary.org.