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Audio/Visual Studio Basics

2:00pm–3:30pm
Everyone
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Discover how easy and exciting the Audio and Video Studios can be in our beginner-friendly class!

This event is in the "Family" group

3D Print a Travel-Size Board Game

10:00am–11:00am
Family
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

We'll review the basics of Tinkercad and creating 3D files, then will design a travel-sized tic-tac-toe or checkers game, great for camping, trips to the beach, hanging out with friends, and more! 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Lathe Basics

5:30pm–7:00pm
Adult
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Learn all about the lathe, including safety precautions, parts of the machine, materials and supplies, and turning techniques. Each class can be taken on its own or combined with others to build a deeper, more comprehensive understanding.

Disclaimer(s)

Exchange Safety

During this class, you will work with machinery and a variety of tools. Closed toe shoes are required. Avoid wearing baggy clothing or dangling jewelry, and tie back long hair.
 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Quilting Basics

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adult
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Are you interested in quilting, but don't know where to start? We'll cover what you need to know, such as how to read a quilting pattern, material selection, fabric preparation, measuring, piecing, and finishing techniques.

This event is in the "Kids 6-11" group

Creative Kids - Unearth Your Potential

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids 6-11
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Kids 6-11
Program Description: Maker, STEAM
Event Details:

Let your imagination go wild! Try creative make-and-try activities that help you discover new skills and explore big ideas. Learning has never been more fun!

Learn about professions like archaeology and paleontology, then find 3D printed dinosaur fossils and bones in your own dino dig! You'll also learn about the Makerspace's 3D printers and Cricut.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Cricut Design Space Fundamentals

5:30pm–7:00pm
Everyone
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Discover how easy and fun Cricut Design Space can be in our beginner‑friendly class!

This event is in the "Adult" group

Intro to Sewing

3:30pm–5:30pm
Adult
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Learn the basics of sewing in this beginner-friendly program! We'll start with learning how to operate a sewing machine and practice simple stitching.

Independence Day

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Book Bike, Coolspring Branch, Fish Lake Branch, Hanna Branch, Kingsford Heights Branch, LPCPL Exchange, Main Library, Mobile Library, Rolling Prairie Branch, Union Mills Branch, Library in the Community, Online
This event is in the "Adult" group

Tinkercad Fundamentals

10:30am–12:00pm
Adult
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Discover how easy and fun Tinkercad can be in our beginner-friendly class! We'll help you turn your ideas into simple 3D designs and teach you the essential features and techniques for creating models ready for 3D printing.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Talk & Stitch

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adult
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Interested in knitting, crochet, hand-sewing, or other needlework projects? Whether you're just learning or have decades of experience, join fellow fiber craft enthusiasts for an evening of stitching!

This event is in the "Teen" group

Tinker Teens - Terrific Trilobites

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teen
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Teen
Program Description: Maker, STEAM
Event Details:

Level up your skills with projects that tap into tech, innovation, and real‑world problem‑solving. Experiment, prototype, and create with other curious minds.  

Learn about trilobites and their living relative, the horseshoe crab! We'll also learn about living hinges and will use the laser cutter/engraver to make a trilobite friend. 

Disclaimer(s)

Exchange Safety

During this class, you will work with machinery and a variety of tools. Closed toe shoes are required. Avoid wearing baggy clothing or dangling jewelry, and tie back long hair.
 

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Inkscape Fundamentals

5:30pm–7:00pm
Everyone
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Discover how easy and fun Inkscape can be in our beginner‑friendly class!

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Crafternoon - Cricut Christmas Cards and Gift Tags

12:00pm–6:00pm
Everyone
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Drop in to the Exchange anytime for arts and crafts, perfect for people of all ages.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Audio/Visual Studio Basics

2:00pm–3:30pm
Everyone
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Discover how easy and exciting the Audio and Video Studios can be in our beginner-friendly class!

This event is in the "Adult" group

Lathe Basics

5:30pm–7:00pm
Adult
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Learn all about the lathe, including safety precautions, parts of the machine, materials and supplies, and turning techniques. Each class can be taken on its own or combined with others to build a deeper, more comprehensive understanding.

Disclaimer(s)

Exchange Safety

During this class, you will work with machinery and a variety of tools. Closed toe shoes are required. Avoid wearing baggy clothing or dangling jewelry, and tie back long hair.
 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Sewing and Fiber Arts Workshop

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adult
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Spend an evening sewing, socializing, and sharing skills.

This event is in the "Family" group

Design a 3D Printed Business Card

6:00pm–7:00pm
Family
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Learn the basics of Tinkercad and design your own 3D printed business card. You'll also discover other services the Library has to offer to support your small business needs.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Cricut Design Space Fundamentals

5:30pm–7:00pm
Everyone
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Discover how easy and fun Cricut Design Space can be in our beginner‑friendly class!

This event is in the "Adult" group

Intro to Sewing

10:00am–12:00pm
Adult
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Learn the basics of sewing in this beginner-friendly program! We'll start with learning how to operate a sewing machine and practice simple stitching.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

3D Printed Fabric Decal

3:00pm–4:30pm
Everyone
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Create a little midsummer magic! Design a holiday-inspired graphic and learn to 3D print it using PLA. Then heat transfer your creation onto fabric for a fun and festive Christmas in July decal.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Tinkercad Fundamentals

5:30pm–7:00pm
Adult
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Discover how easy and fun Tinkercad can be in our beginner-friendly class! We'll help you turn your ideas into simple 3D designs and teach you the essential features and techniques for creating models ready for 3D printing.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Talk & Stitch

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adult
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Interested in knitting, crochet, hand-sewing, or other needlework projects? Whether you're just learning or have decades of experience, join fellow fiber craft enthusiasts for an evening of stitching!

This event is in the "Adult" group

Get to Know Your Sewing Machine

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adult
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Interested in picking up sewing? Bring your own sewing machine - or watch demonstrations of ours - and learn how to get the most out of your machine! 

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Inkscape Fundamentals

5:30pm–7:00pm
Everyone
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Discover how easy and fun Inkscape can be in our beginner‑friendly class!