Chigiri-e Cards

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 4:00—5:30 PM The Workshop Main Library 129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742 Unplug and reconnect with your creativity this autumn in a calming, hands-on workshop exploring Chigiri-e, the traditional Japanese art of hand-torn paper collage. In this workshop, you will craft your choice of a custom greeting card or postcard using a variety of Washi papers and accent papers. No prior experience is necessary, all materials are provided, and everyone is welcome! Recommended for makers of all ages. This workshop will be repeated across two sessions. Please register for only one session. If you are wait-listed, you are welcome to join multiple waitlists in case of cancellations, but please do your best to cancel your other wait-list requests if approved. Wait-listed patrons and walk-ins are welcome to visit the Library at the listed date and time for this event. Should any registered attendees cancel less than 24 hours in advance or fail to arrive 10 minutes past their indicated arrival time, spots may be granted to those waiting in the order they arrive. About the Artist Chihiro is a mixed-media artist based in Cambridge and the founder of 5U3 Workshop. Drawing on her extensive background in the non-profit sector, public health initiatives, and community advocacy, she creates welcoming spaces where connection and collaboration can thrive. Her practice is centered on traditional Japanese paper arts—primarily Chigiri-e (hand-torn paper collage), alongside Origami, Chiyogami, Kiri-e, and Hariko. Chihiro blends fine artisan papers like Washi and Chiyogami with sustainable, "found" materials—such as newspapers and multilingual book fragments—to create works that are both culturally rich and environmentally conscious. Accessibility The Concord Free Public Library is committed to providing everyone with unimpeded access to our resources, programs, and services. Learn more about accessibility at our libraries. You can also email our administration team or give us a call at either of our libraries to request additional accommodations. Our Sponsors The Concord Free Public Library's programs are free to the public thanks to the generous support of the Friends of the Concord Free Public Library and the Concord Free Public Library Corporation. Register online between 10/27/2026 4:00 PM and 11/10/2026 4:00 PM.