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Registration opens:
April 01st, 2026

Māori Poi Making Workshop
2026-05-30 10:00:00 2026-05-30 12:00:00 America/Denver Māori Poi Making Workshop Learn about Māori culture and make poi, the twirling balls used in dance. APL Mission Viejo Library - Mission Viejo Community Room

Saturday, May 30
10:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-05-30 10:00:00 2026-05-30 12:00:00 America/Denver Māori Poi Making Workshop Learn about Māori culture and make poi, the twirling balls used in dance. APL Mission Viejo Library - Mission Viejo Community Room

APL Mission Viejo Library

Mission Viejo Community Room

Learn about Māori culture and make poi, the twirling balls used in dance.

Instructor Karley of Aho Amerika, a professional Māori weaving instructor, will teach a simple craft of making Māori poi. Poi are balls on string used in Māori dances and performances that are a fun way to hone rhythm and reflexes. This craft will take about 1.5 hours to complete and is appropriate for adults, teens, and patient kids ages 9+ with their parents. 

AGE GROUP: | Tween (9-12) | Teens (12-18) | Older Adults | All Ages | Adults (21+) | Adults (18+) |

EVENT TYPE: | Speaker Series | History & Culture | Education | Arts and Crafts |

APL Mission Viejo Library
Phone: 303.326.8600
Branch manager
Jenny Rodger
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