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MAKERSPACE INFORMATION

Hours

The Makerspace is open and staffed during normal library hours and is available to all library patrons.

Fees

Fees are charged for certain consumables (for example, 3D printer filament, adhesive vinyl, laminate) according to our Loan Periods, Fines and Fees Policy.

Loan Periods, Fines and Fees Policy

Questions

For additional questions, please see our Fabrication Policy or ask library staff for assistance.

Fabrication Policy

MAKERSPACE INFORMATION

The Makerspace is open and staffed during normal library hours and is available to all library patrons.
Fees are charged for certain consumables (for example, 3D printer filament, adhesive vinyl, laminate) according to our Lending and Fees Policy.
For additional questions, please see our Fabrication Policy or ask library staff for assistance.

MAKERSPACE EVENTS

Maker Mania for Upper Elementary - Pendulum Painting

Sat, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Community Room

Construct a Paint Pendulum and explore the physics of motion, specifically focusing on pendulum motion and the forces that affect it, while also creating unique artwork.

Curiosity Club - Bee Hotels

Tue, Jun 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Community Room

Use simple supplies to build a hotel for bees and help our pollinators!

Curiosity Club - Mason Jar Lanterns

Tue, Jun 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Community Room

Transform a simple mason jar into a beautiful and functional lantern.

Practical Making - Faux Stained Glass

Wed, Jun 25, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Community Room

Design and paint a faux stained glass suncatcher! Create your suncatcher at the class, then pick up your dried creation the next day.

Curiosity Club - Lego Club

Tue, Jul 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Community Room

Free-build your own design or complete the librarian's challenge for a small prize!

Curiosity Club - Ice Cream in a Bag

Tue, Jul 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Community Room

Use chemistry and physics to create a tasty treat!

Maker Mania for Upper Elementary - Pinhole Camera

Wed, Jul 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Hoyt Room

Learn the fundamentals of photography by creating a pinhole camera, then use your camera to capture photographs with UV-reactive paper.

Registration opens Wednesday, June 25 2025 at 9:00am

Tinker Teens - Paint Pendulums

Wed, Jul 09, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Makerspace

Harness gravity as your paintbrush, build custom pendulums to fling, swing, and splatter vibrant patterns onto canvas. It?s part art, part experiment, where every drip tells its own colorful story.

Maker Mania for Upper Elementary

Sat, Jul 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Hoyt Room

Learn the fundamentals of photography by creating a pinhole camera, then use your camera to capture photographs with UV-reactive paper.

Registration opens Saturday, June 28 2025 at 10:00am

Curiosity Club - Beaded Snake Fidget Toys

Tue, Jul 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Community Room

Use your math skills to create a pattern for your own beaded snake!

Curiosity Club - Cyanotype Sun Art

Tue, Jul 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Community Room

Learn about photosensitivity and create art with UV rays!

Curiosity Club - Summer-Scented Play Doughs

Tue, Jul 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Community Room

Mix up your very own custom seasonal play dough to take home!

Practical Making

Wed, Jul 30, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Community Room

Explore your creativity and craft with the library! Check back for more details about this month's craft!

Registration opens Wednesday, July 16 2025 at 9:00am

Creation Station

Sun, Aug 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Community Room

Explore software, websites, and tools that can be used to create things in the Makerspace and beyond in Creation Station, focusing on a new skill each month!

Registration opens Sunday, July 20 2025 at 10:00am

Curiosity Club

Tue, Aug 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Community Room

Curiosity Club provides a new theme every week designed to challenge and grow children's imaginations. Designed for ages 5-11.

Maker Mania for Upper Elementary

Sat, Aug 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Hoyt Room

Maker Mania focuses on STEM-based activities that encourage collaboration, creative problem-solving, and critical thinking skills for children ages 8-12. Check back in for this month's activity!

Registration opens Saturday, July 26 2025 at 10:00am

Curiosity Club

Tue, Aug 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Community Room

Curiosity Club provides a new theme every week designed to challenge and grow children's imaginations. Designed for ages 5-11.

Maker Mania for Upper Elementary

Wed, Aug 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Hoyt Room

Maker Mania focuses on STEM-based activities encouraging collaboration, creative problem-solving, and critical thinking skills for children ages 8-12. Check back in for this month's activity!

Registration opens Wednesday, July 30 2025 at 9:00am

Tinker Teens

Wed, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Makerspace

Join us at Tinker Teens in the Makerspace! Explore, create, and experiment with cool tools and tech as you dive into hands-on STEM projects and bring your ideas to life.

Curiosity Club

Tue, Aug 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Community Room

Curiosity Club provides a new theme every week designed to challenge and grow children's imaginations. Designed for ages 5-11.

Curiosity Club

Tue, Aug 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Community Room

Curiosity Club provides a new theme every week designed to challenge and grow children's imaginations. Designed for ages 5-11.

Practical Making

Wed, Aug 27, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Community Room

Explore your creativity and craft with the library! Check back for more details about this month's craft!

Registration opens Wednesday, August 13 2025 at 9:00am

Curiosity Club

Tue, Sep 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Community Room

Curiosity Club provides a new theme every week designed to challenge and grow children's imaginations. Designed for ages 5-11.

Curiosity Club

Tue, Sep 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Community Room

Curiosity Club provides a new theme every week designed to challenge and grow children's imaginations. Designed for ages 5-11.

Maker Mania for Upper Elementary

Wed, Sep 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Hoyt Room

Maker Mania focuses on STEM-based activities encouraging collaboration, creative problem-solving, and critical thinking skills for children ages 8-12. Check back in for this month's activity!

Registration opens Wednesday, August 27 2025 at 9:00am

Tinker Teens

Wed, Sep 10, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Makerspace

Join us at Tinker Teens in the Makerspace! Explore, create, and experiment with cool tools and tech as you dive into hands-on STEM projects and bring your ideas to life.

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