Library to hold beginner crochet class

By Phil Cobb | March 20, 2026 |

SUBMITTED BY THE MARYVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
Maryville Public Library Building (copy)

MARYVILLE, Mo. — The April adult program at the Maryville Public Library will be a beginner crochet class from 6-7:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 16.

Due to the upcoming window construction at the library, the program will be held offsite at Nodaway County Services, 122 E. Lieber St. in Maryville.

The beginner-level class will focus on starting projects with a slip knot, learning a few basic crochet stitches and finishing off a crochet project. This class is intended for those who want to learn how to crochet and have little to no experience. Left-handed participants should let the library know when signing up so staff can plan accordingly. Crochet supplies will be provided for participants during the class. There is no fee for this program.

There are 24 spots available. Registration is required. Adults can register for free by calling the library at 660-582-5281 or by visiting the library front desk. This program is intended for adults, but youth ages 13 and up are welcome to come with an adult.

According to an email from Adult Programming Assistant Ashton Henggeler, the library is also looking for volunteers to help with this class. Volunteers will sit with a small group of participants and help with hands-on experience. Volunteers need to be proficient in crochet, including knowing how to make a slip knot, crochet a chain, single crochet, double crochet and weave in ends. Anyone interested in volunteering or in more information should email Henggeler at adultprograms@maryvillepubliclibrary or call the library and ask for Ashton.

Book Trivia Winners

The Maryville Public Library held Book Trivia Night, March 14. Participants answered questions in five categories: locations in fiction, book-to-screen adaptations, famous first lines, name that character and nom de plumes. There was also a bonus round about children’s books while the final scores were tabulated.

The top three teams were given a book-themed canvas bag and notebook. They are: