The Peace Crane Project
Description
On Saturday, September 19th, join the Peace Crane Project in celebrating International Peace Day, a day to remember the importance of peace and connect with your Oberlin community!
In collaboration with the Oberlin College East Asian Studies Department and the Oberlin Public Library, join us in learning about the story of Sadako and her Thousand Paper Cranes, fold an origami peace crane of your own, and write a message of peace! Open to all ages, this event will include a read-aloud, a “Story Walk” about Sadako Sasaki, a short film screening, a variety of paper, origami, and coloring activities, and the opportunity to connect with the Peace Crane Project. For more information on the Peace Crane Project: peacecraneproject.org.
This event will take place 11am - 1pm in the Community Room. Registration is recommended for this event, register at oberlinlibrary.org/events.
In collaboration with the Oberlin College East Asian Studies Department and the Oberlin Public Library, join us in learning about the story of Sadako and her Thousand Paper Cranes, fold an origami peace crane of your own, and write a message of peace! Open to all ages, this event will include a read-aloud, a “Story Walk” about Sadako Sasaki, a short film screening, a variety of paper, origami, and coloring activities, and the opportunity to connect with the Peace Crane Project. For more information on the Peace Crane Project: peacecraneproject.org.
This event will take place 11am - 1pm in the Community Room. Registration is recommended for this event, register at oberlinlibrary.org/events.
Oberlin Public Library
65 S Main Street , Oberlin, OH 44074
Sep 19, 2026
11:00 AM EDT to 1:00 PM EDT