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SPRING 2026 WORKSHOPS
SHINE YOUR LIGHT
Through mindful movement, reflective and creative reading and writing, and engaging circuitry and woodworking projects, participants will enhance their confidence and self-esteem.
WEDNESDAYS 1/21-4/15 5:00-7:00PM
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NEW! Intro to the design field
Through hands-on projects, models, and materials exploration, Intro to the Design Field will teach participants how to think, design, and build like an architect.
THURSDAYS 3/26-5/14 6:00-8:00PM
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MAKER BOOK CLUB: GEOMETRIC PLANTERS
Participants will craft geometric succulent planters perfect for Mother's Day gifts while reading and discussing a shared text
TUESDAYS 2/3-2/24 5:00-7:00PM
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maker book club: jewelry trees
Participants will craft hardwood jewelry trees to keep or gift while reading and discussing a shared text
TUESDAYS 4/7-4/28 5:00-7:00
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new! market crew
For youth who want to take a deeper dive into building their own business through our Makers Markets; participants will develop and refine their products while learning entrepreneurship skills.
Thursdays 1/22-3/12 AND/oR 3/26-5/14. 4:00-6:00
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PRINT SHOP: MAKE YOUR OWN MERCH + Bullet journaling
Learn the basics of printing using a variety of techniques while creating your own mixed-media journal.
tuesdays 1/27-4/7 3:00-5:00
COMMUNITY BOOK CLUB
During Community Book Club, we’ll have a facilitated book club discussion, then spend the rest of the evening hanging out in the shop. Participants can work on existing projects, start something new, or just hang out with their LitShop friends, all under the supervision of LitShop staff. We've even been known to karaoke! Dinner and snacks provided.
COMMUNITY BOOK CLUB #1: FRIDAY, 2/20 5:00-8:00PM The Golden Compass by Philip Pullman
COMMUNITY BOOK CLUB #2: FRIDAY, 4/17 5:00-8:00PM Greenglass House by Kate Milford
Click here for more information and application for Spring Community Book Clubs
COMMUNITY ACTION BUILDS
Community Action Builds give LitShop youth an opportunity to put their skills to work to meet needs in their community. We collaborate with other organizations to find opportunities that best fit our youth, their talents, and their passions. These one-day workshops are eligible for volunteer hours for scouts, NJHS/NHS, or other service groups.
Ramp Build
Join LitShop and Gateway Housing Service Project for a one-day ramp build for a community member in need.
SATURDAY 3/7 9:00AM-3:00PM
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OPEN SHOP
Shop’s open! During Open Shop, LitShop youth can work on independent projects or try something new using LitShop’s tools, equipment and supplies.LitShop staff will be available to support and suggest new projects. Open Shop is drop-in and no registration is required. All current and former LitShop youth welcome!
SPRING OPEN SHOP SCHEDULE
Wednesdays 1/21-5/13 2:00-5:00PM
THANK YOU to our Winter 2026 workshop collaborators
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