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Nathan Harrison: San Diego County's first Black homesteader and a local legend Discover the remarkable story of Nathan Harrison, a formerly enslaved man who settled in San Diego County in the 1860s. Archaeological and historical research reveals how Harrison navigated social networks to adapt to different community groups. Join Jamie Bastide, Collections Management Coordinator at SDSU and Archival Specialist in the South Coast Information Center, as she shares insights from the Nathan Harrison Archaeological Project, exploring his life, legacy, and the artifacts uncovered at his Palomar Mountain homestead. View this event on the Carlsbad Library website

March 22, from 10 a.m. - Noon Join us for a hands-on macrame workshop where creativity meets functionality! In this session, you’ll learn how to craft a custom macrame strap–perfect for a guitar, purse, or even a camera. Be sure to come prepared with measurements, especially for those going the guitar strap route! By the end of the workshop, you’ll leave with a beautiful, handmade strap and the confidence to create more macrame masterpieces at home. This workshop includes: 2-inch black leather strap ends (for guitars), heavy-duty clasps for purse/camera straps, various cord colors to choose from, and hands-on instruction. Please arrive 10 minutes early so you can choose your colors in advance of class. No experience necessary. Ages 11+ welcome! All materials included. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts. • Scholarships available. • Homeschool funds accepted. • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available.

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