Learn to knit with UMaine Extension 4-H

University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H is offering a special interest (SPIN) club for youth, ages 10 and older, interested in learning to knit. The club meets six Saturdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m., beginning Jan. 6, at Porter Memorial Library in Machias. Remaining dates are Jan. 13, Jan. 20, Feb. 27, Feb. 3 and Feb. 10.

Explore UMaine Extension’s 4-H program while learning how to knit. Participants will learn how to hold and use knitting needles, learn basic stitches, understand types of yarns and complete simple projects.

Participant fee is $5 and includes materials; enrollment is limited to ten youths. For more information, to request a disability accommodation or to register, contact Tara Wood, 207.255.3345; tara.a.wood@maine.edu. More information about UMaine Extension programming is available online.