Tell City library to host American door hanger craft event

The Tell City Branch set aside a Saturday morning for a small, hands-on project that fit neatly into a Perry County weekend. The American Door Hanger Craft Event ran from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on June 13 at the branch at 2328 Tell Street in Tell City, with Jennifer Brown of Glitter and Vinyl Girl leading the session.

The library kept the format simple: all supplies were provided, the cost was $25 per person, and attendance was limited to 15 participants. Registration was required by calling 812-547-2661 or emailing kmorris@perrycountypl.org, making it a low-planning option for anyone looking for a short local activity rather than a full-day outing.

The project itself centered on an American-themed door hanger, a seasonal craft that fit early summer and gave participants something practical to take home. That kind of event matched the Tell City Branch’s role as more than a place to check out books. Perry County Public Library describes the branch as a community hub serving all ages, and the craft session reflected that service model with a brief, organized program that did not require a large supply list or special experience.

The Saturday workshop also fit into a busy June calendar at Perry County Public Library. Other programming included teen events, storytimes, a book club and summer reading activities, showing how the library used its schedule to keep both branches active through the month. Along with the Tell City Branch, the system includes the Cannelton Branch and a bookmobile, giving the county three points of access for library services.

For Tell City residents, the event offered exactly the kind of local, low-cost outing that can fill a weekend gap without leaving town. It was the sort of program that worked for families looking for something structured, retirees wanting an easy morning activity, or small groups of friends who wanted to make something and go home with a finished piece.