The History Center welcomes teachers
to the 2009 Winter Recess

Welcome Teachers!

For the week of February 13th-22nd, The History Center is offering free use of the research room to all out-of-county teachers. We are open Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 10am to 5pm.

Thank you, teachers. Ithaca loves you!

For more information on Ithaca Loves Teachers Winter Recess, visit www.IthacaLovesTeachers.com

Also on offer: Make-it Take-it Classes

Create a Beaded Pouch from an Authentic Iroquois Pattern

Wednesday, the 18th of February
10am-12pm

People of every tribe used small bags or pouches to carry things in. They had pouches to hold everyday things like sewing tools and special ones to carry pipes or body paints used in ceremonies. "Strike-a-Light" pouches were used to carry flint for making fire - something every home needed. See some historical pouches made by local Native Americans from our collections, and then make your own pouch to decorate and take home using an authentic Iroquois pattern.
Ages 8-12. $12 per student for a 2 hour class.

Limited space available, pre-registration required.

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About KNITTING

Friday, the 20th of February
10am-12pm

Have fun with fibers learning about one of the oldest traditional crafts with hands-on experimentation in spinning and knitting yarn. Learn about, touch and feel the various kinds of fibers made from animals, insects and plants. Make your own double-pointed wooden knitting needles. Begin to knit with sample yarns. Take home a pattern for a knit washcloth and your own needles.
Ages 8-12. $12 per student for a 2 hour class.

Spring Break Special: Pay $20 for both sessions.

Limited Space Available, pre-registration required!
For more information or to register:
Call Carole West at 273.8284 x 3 or e-mail eightsquare@thehistorycenter.net.