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Spinning Demonstration with Sally Bridgman

October 14 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Event poster for Spinning Demonstration with Sally Bridgman on Oct 14 from 4-5 PM at Hotchkiss Library, featuring a photograph of a wooden antique spinning wheel with raw wool.

Discover the timeless craft of fiber arts at the Hotchkiss Library! Join local craftsperson and museum volunteer Sally Bridgman for an educational Spinning Demonstration on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

Sally will demonstrate the ancient art of spinning raw wool into usable yarn while discussing different types of fiber, the fascinating history of spinning, how the process works, and why it has remained an essential craft throughout human history. Attendees will also get an up-close look at a historic antique spinning wheel on display, generously on loan from the Hotchkiss Crawford Historical Society!

Event Highlights

  • Live Fiber Craft Demo: Watch wool transformed into yarn using traditional spinning techniques.

  • History & Technique Presentation: Learn about different fiber types, spinning mechanics, and historical contexts.

  • Antique Artifact Display: View an authentic vintage spinning wheel provided by the Hotchkiss Crawford Historical Society.

  • Free Library Program: Free and open to community members of all ages.

Event Details

  • When: Wednesday, October 14, 2026

  • Time: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

  • Where: Hotchkiss Library, 149 E Main Street, Hotchkiss, CO 81419

  • Cost: FREE

  • Partners: Delta County Libraries & Hotchkiss Crawford Historical Society

  • Contact & Information: Call 970-399-7781 or visit deltalibraries.org.

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