Crochet and Fiber Arts
Learn a new craft, hone your skills, share projects, and spend some crafting time together. Let’s exchange ideas and learn some ways tech can help, no matter your skill level!
Senior Planet North Country
60 Smithfield Blvd, Ste 14, Plattsburgh, 12901
Love photos, paper, and getting a little crafty? Join us on Wednesdays at the Senior Planet center in Plattsburgh for a scrapbooking discussion group. This is a laid-back place to work on your pages, swap ideas, and enjoy some creative time with others. Bring your current projects, try new layouts, share tips, or just hang out and create at your own pace. All skill levels are welcome-whether you’re brand new, or have stacks of finished albums. Come for the scrapbooking, stay for the good company and inspiration!
Questions about this program? Call the toll-free Senior Planet Hotline at 888-713-3495.
Jess is the North Country (NoCo) center manager in Plattsburgh, NY. She has been teaching at Senior Planet since 2021 and loves to build confidence in participants. Jess has strived to build a strong community in NoCo, and has implemented several social and crafting groups at the center. Whenever possible, you can find her spending her free time out in the mountains hiking, camping, and kayaking.
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