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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

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 for Adults - Beaded Forever Plants

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

Community Room

Adults can craft a cheerful, low-maintenance plant that never needs watering!

This event is full

Curiosity Club - Lego Club

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

Community Room

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

Curiosity Club - Magnus Gliders

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

Community Room

Construct a glider out of common household items and learn how spinning an object can affect its flight path.

Maker Mania for Upper Elementary - Coding Basics & Robot Free Play

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

Community Room

Learn basic coding language, then use that knowledge to play with the library?s collection of robots!

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

Tinker Teens - Topple the Tower

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

Makerspace

Use paper, cardboard, string, and other everyday items to build an impenetrable fortress. But look out, there are catapults at the ready to put your structure to the test!

Curiosity Club - Cookie Moon Phases & Candy Constellations

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

Community Room

Learn about the night sky with these fun (and delicious) activities!

Curiosity Club - Back-to-School Vision Boards

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

Community Room

Craft a collage-style vision board to inspire you to reach your goals this year.

Practical Making for Adults - Melt & Pour Soaps

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

Community Room

Learn the basics of soap crafting in this hands-on workshop! You?ll create 2?3 custom bars using the melt-and-pour method, with options to add scents, colors, and dried botanicals.

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.

Maker Mania for Upper Elementary

Sat, Sep 13, 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, August 30 2025 at 10:00am

Curiosity Club

Tue, Sep 16, 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 23, 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, Sep 24, 6:00pm - 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, September 10 2025 at 9:00am

Curiosity Club

Tue, Sep 30, 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.

Creation Station

Sun, Oct 05, 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, September 21 2025 at 10:00am

Curiosity Club

Tue, Oct 07, 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, Oct 08, 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, September 24 2025 at 9:00am

Tinker Teens

Wed, Oct 08, 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.

Maker Mania for Upper Elementary

Sat, Oct 11, 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, September 27 2025 at 10:00am

Curiosity Club

Tue, Oct 14, 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.

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