Surrey Museum – Unique artifacts, images and interactive displays in a stunning and modern space that highlights Surrey’s history. Attractive space for programs, 42-seat orientation theatre, changing exhibits. 17710-56A Avenue, Surrey, B.C.  604-592-6956.  www.surrey.ca/heritage.  Hours: Tuesdays-Fridays, 9:30am-5:30pm, Saturdays: 10:00am-5:00pm. NEW for 2011! Admission sponsored by Friends Society.

PROGRAMS

Craft It with Wool – Preschoolers enjoy hands-on fun and increase manual dexterity, as they learn about how clothing was made in days gone by. Activities include weaving, spool knitting and felting. Please pre-register at 604-592-6956.

Thursday, March 17             1:30pm-3:00pm              1 session $9.50 (3-6yrs)

Weaving–Level 1 – Make a beautiful woven sampler and a stunning, unique scarf, in this inspiring and creative class as you learn the basics of this age-old art. Please pre-register at 604-592-6956.

Saturday, March 26              10:00am-1:00pm            7 sessions $123 (16+yrs)

Kids Can Knit: Intermediate – Make cool wristbands, funky bags, headbands or other fun projects as you learn the purl stitch and other new techniques. Please pre-register at 604-592-6956.

Wednesday, March 23        4:00pm–5:30pm             6 sessions $56.25 (8-12yrs)

Kids Can Sew: Sewing Machine Techniques – Kids learn valuable skills as they make projects like dolls, carry bags or purses, using the Museum’s sewing machines. Please pre-register at 604-592-6956.

Thursday, March 24             4:00pm–6:00pm             6 sessions $40 (8-12yrs)