EPL invites you to join us both in-person and online from Monday, June 20 to Thursday, June 23 for the How To Festival.
The How To Festival is a chance to learn something new from someone who already knows how to do it. A variety of experts, from professionals to enthusiasts, will share their skills with you.
What will you learn?
We'll have a range of sessions, from hands-on DIY to in-depth conversations that could change the way you see the world.
Why do we think a How To Festival is a great fit for Edmonton? Because we know that there are so many talented people in YEG, and we want to give them a chance to share their know-how. Sharing is our motto after all! We have a number of experts, both from our wonderful community and our own multi-talented staff. Find a class below that works best for you.
Monday, June 20
How to Write Fictional Character
Location: Online at 12 p.m.
Interested in taking a deep dive into character development for your next story? Join EPL Writer-in-Residence, Norma Dunning for a session that will take you through the ins-and-outs of how to write a fictional character!
How to Compost at Home
Location: Online at 2 p.m.
Are you curious about composting at home? Want to learn how to turn household food scraps into a valuable resource for your garden, grass and potted plants? Join compost experts from the City of Edmonton's Compost School to learn all about how bacteria and fungi break down food and yard waste material with the help of greens, browns, water and air!
How to Use Naloxone
Location: Idylwylde Branch at 7:30 p.m.
Join a staff member from the 4B Harm Reduction Society to learn how to use Naloxone, which is a fast-acting drug used to temporarily reverse the effects of opioid overdoses. Kits will be provided to take home.
Tuesday, June 21
How to Make Fritters from Tired Vegetables
Location: Stanley A. Milner Library at 12 p.m.
Learn to make gluten free and delicious curried fritters from your not-so-perfect cauliflower, carrots or other vegetables that have be hiding a little too long in the back of your refrigerator.
How to Dye Fabric and Fibre at Home
Location: Online at 2 p.m.
Angela from Neatnik Yarns will teach you how to evaluate the content of fabric and fibre and to dye them properly in order to achieve vibrant, colourful results!
Wednesday, June 22
How to Use Naloxone
Location: Stanley A. Milner Library at 12 p.m.
Join a staff member from the 4B Harm Reduction Society to learn how to use Naloxone. Kits will be provided to take home.
How to Create a Custom Graphic For Your Summer Tote
Location: Stanley A. Milner Library at 3 p.m.
Learn how to make a custom graphic with the Cricut and transfer that design onto a fabric tote bag using our heat press. This is a free workshop guided by one of our Makerspace staff, Zane.
How to Start a Community Garden
Location: Online at 7 p.m.
Are you passionate about community gardening projects and not really sure where to start? Join us for when the City of Edmonton's Community Garden Team presents on how to start a community garden. Topics will include pros of gardening, types of gardens and information on the process of starting a garden in your community!
How to Make Your Own Memoir Comics
Location: Mill Woods Branch at 7 p.m.
Learn how to tell your story in comics with Courtney Loberg of the Mill Woods Branch Library. Expect drawing warm ups and X-Page exercise!! All supplies will be provided
Thursday, June 23
How to Be a DM
Location: Stanley A. Milner Library at 6 p.m.
Does Stranger Things have you interested in running your own game of D&D, but you're unsure where to start? Join Team Guide of Pe Metawe Consulting, David Plamondon, to learn the tricks and techniques of being a Dungeon Master and get ready to guide your own party on a thrilling adventure!
How to Start Your Own Book Club
Location: Online at 7 p.m.
Our librarians, Cassey Stewart and Ben Ehlers will take you through the ins and outs of starting up your own book club. Learn about what makes a good book club pick, how to keep your readers motivated and more!
So, how will it work?
Visit our events listing to reserve your spot and check out all sessions you can participate in from Monday, June 20 to Thursday, June 23.
