Boston Knit Democracy Together
Knit Democracy Together event at Vermont State House in September 2022. Photo by Richardson Photography.
Are you concerned about the state of our democracy?
Do you want elections to be fair and safe?
Attend a Knit Democracy Together maker circle!
Join us even if you don’t knit or crochet.
Gather with civically minded knitters and crafters to deepen your understanding of the electoral system. Artist and former election lawyer Eve Jacobs-Carnahan will boost your understanding of the electoral system and engage you in discussion about ways to strengthen democracy.
While gaining new insights, you’ll be able to make pieces of a collaborative sculpture of the Massachusetts State House.
Registration encouraged. Free. Sponsored by Boston Public Library.
Monday, July 14, 2025 • 4:00 – 5:30 p.m.
Counting the Vote: the Process, the People, and the Electoral College
Central Library, Boston Public Library
Copley Square, Boston, MA
Recent elections have been plagued by allegations of voter fraud and growing distrust. Everyone has questions about our electoral process: Is it fair? Is it safe? Can it be improved?
Artist and former election lawyer Eve Jacobs-Carnahan will give a nonpartisan presentation and lead a discussion about the electoral system. You’ll learn what’s involved in counting ballots, how voting by mail varies widely across the country, what a real election audit looks like, and what alternatives exist to the electoral college.
What to bring:
Tools and yarn will be provided at the circle or bring your own.
Yarn: brick red worsted weight yarn; cream colored DK yarn
Needles: size US 7 or 8 needles or size I-9 to K-10 1/2 crochet hook
Non-knitters welcome too!
The main point is to learn how democracy works so you can make it stronger.