40 volunteers will prep and cut plastic bags to create plarn (plastic bag yarn), crochet or weave sleeping mats for migrants and unhoused populations, and package mats for delivery.
Date: Saturday, October 12
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Location: Chicago Bee Branch Library (3647 S. State Street, Chicago, IL 60609)
Parking: There is a parking lot at the library.
Afterparty location: Weather Mark Tavern (1503 S Michigan Ave)
Special instructions: Volunteers are welcome to bring plastic bags they have laying around as long as they are not too thick/stiff.
More about Bags and Mats
Bags and Mats for Those in Need (B.A.M. for short), is a volunteer group out of Hegewisch that regularly meets to loom/crochet mats and pillows out of plastic bags for Chicago's unhoused population. They also stuff backpacks with donated personal hygiene products and clothing accessories like hats, gloves, scarves, and socks. Their mission is to provide warmth and comfort to those in need.
Fun fact: It takes about 600-800 bags to make a sleeping mat!