Learn 50+ things in 5 hours at the How-To Festival

This free, annual library event is happening on Saturday, May 11.

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How-To Festival at the Main Branch of the library teaches 50+ skills.

Photo by LFPL

Now in its 11th year, the Louisville Free Public Library’s How-To Festival returns on Saturday, May 11 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Main Branch at 301 York St.

The free event offers workshops, activities, and demonstrations on how to do over 50 things, like weaving a rug, creating cheesecake in a jar, and growing fruits like bananas + tomatoes — yes, tomatoes are fruits .

The Louisville Urban Agriculture Coalition will have three gardening tents for people interested in developing a green thumb, including raising livestock + animals in your backyard, growing mushrooms, and identifying poisonous plants.

These “how-to” sessions will last ~45 minutes each, with the events happening in 20 different locations throughout the Main Library and surrounding grounds.

Food trucks will be on site to fuel your learning. Check out the How-To Festival schedule and plan your day.

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Katie is based in Louisville, KY and has contributed to publications including Louisville Magazine. She loves the local beer scene and also has experience as a professional wrestling manager.