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3D Pen Art

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
3D Pen Art:

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn to create 3D designs using the Makerspace's 3D Pens. A 3D pen extrudes heated plastic from the pen's nozzle that cools almost i...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn to create 3D designs using the Makerspace's 3D Pens. A 3D pen extrudes heated plastic from the pen's nozzle that cools almost instantly into a solid, stable structure, allowing for the free-hand creation of three-dimensional objects. 

There will be a variety of templates to use, or you can design your own project. All materials will be provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Makerspace Certificate

Successfully completing this program will earn you the Makerspace Certificate for the featured piece of equipment. Earning a Makerspace Certificate enables you to use the piece of equipment independently outside of a program or an appointment.

decorative image of auto repair

eResource Exploration: Auto Repair Source and Small Engine Repair Source

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
eResource Exploration:

Explore one of the free e-resources provided by the Peters Township Public Library! Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn will teach you how to access the e-resource and ...

Event Details:

Anyone under 13 must be accompanied by an adult over 18. Please register for all attendees.  In the November edition of eResource Exploration, we will look at Auto Repair...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Explore one of the free e-resources provided by the Peters Township Public Library! Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn will teach you how to access the e-resource and navigate through its features. If attending virtually, you will be provided a Zoom link via email.

Anyone under 13 must be accompanied by an adult over 18. Please register for all attendees. 
 

Disclaimer(s)

Hybrid Event

This is a hybrid event - you can either attend in person at the library or watch via Zoom. When registering for the program, make sure to select your preferred option from the drop down at the bottom of the form.

Cricut Machine 101

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Cricut Machine 101:

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and learn how to use the Cricut Maker 3! The Cricut Maker 3 is a smart cutting machine that can cut over 300 different material...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and learn how to use the Cricut Maker 3! The Cricut Maker 3 is a smart cutting machine that can cut over 300 different materials. During this class, you will learn the capabilities of the Cricut machine, navigate through the Design Space software, and complete a simple cut paper shape on the Cricut! 

This program is intended for beginners. All materials will be provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Makerspace Certificate

Successfully completing this program will earn you the Makerspace Certificate for the featured piece of equipment. Earning a Makerspace Certificate enables you to use the piece of equipment independently outside of a program or an appointment.

Closed Early for Thanksgiving

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Peters Township Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Peters Township Public Library

Closed for Thanksgiving

All Day 11/28 - 11/29
Peters Township Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Peters Township Public Library
Two winter themed mugs with a Cricut Maker 3

Teen Cricut Creations

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and Teen Library Technician Sarah Lawrence to design a winter-themed mug using the Cricut! Sarah² will guide you through l...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and Teen Library Technician Sarah Lawrence to design a winter-themed mug using the Cricut! 

Variety of 3D Printed objects

3D Printing Intro

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Maker & STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
3D Printing Intro:

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and learn about 3D printing. During this interactive presentation, you will learn how 3D printers work, see 3D printed objects,...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Maker & STEM, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 3

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and learn about 3D printing. During this interactive presentation, you will learn how 3D printers work, see 3D printed objects, and discuss how you can access and use the 3D printers in our Makerspace!

Two winter themed mugs with a Cricut Maker 3

Cricut Creations & Craft DIY

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Maker & STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Cricut Creations:

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and learn how to use the Cricut to make a project! Sarah will guide you through learning the Design Space app, using the Cricut...

Event Details:

This month we are designing a winter-themed Cricut mug and making hot cocoa dippers!

Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Maker & STEM, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and learn how to use the Cricut to make a project! Sarah will guide you through learning the Design Space app, using the Cricut machine, and completing your project. 

All materials will be provided. Please register for only one Cricut Creations class per month.

This month we are designing a winter-themed Cricut mug and making hot cocoa dippers!

Disclaimer(s)

Makerspace Certificate

Successfully completing this program will earn you the Makerspace Certificate for the featured piece of equipment. Earning a Makerspace Certificate enables you to use the piece of equipment independently outside of a program or an appointment.

Two winter themed mugs with a Cricut Maker 3

Cricut Creations & Craft DIY

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Cricut Creations:

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and learn how to use the Cricut to make a project! Sarah will guide you through learning the Design Space app, using the Cricut...

Event Details:

This month we are designing a winter-themed Cricut mug and making hot cocoa dippers!

Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and learn how to use the Cricut to make a project! Sarah will guide you through learning the Design Space app, using the Cricut machine, and completing your project. 

All materials will be provided. Please register for only one Cricut Creations class per month.

This month we are designing a winter-themed Cricut mug and making hot cocoa dippers!

Disclaimer(s)

Makerspace Certificate

Successfully completing this program will earn you the Makerspace Certificate for the featured piece of equipment. Earning a Makerspace Certificate enables you to use the piece of equipment independently outside of a program or an appointment.

Closed for Christmas

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Peters Township Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Peters Township Public Library

Closing Early for New Year's Eve

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Peters Township Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Peters Township Public Library

Closed for New Year's Day

All Day
Peters Township Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Peters Township Public Library

Embroidery Machine Basics

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Embroidery Machine Basics:

Sign up for a 1-1 session to learn how to use the Makerspace's Baby Lock Aventura II Embroidery Machine. During this 45-minute session, you will learn the ins and outs of the embro...

Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology

Sign up for a 1-1 session to learn how to use the Makerspace's Baby Lock Aventura II Embroidery Machine. During this 45-minute session, you will learn the ins and outs of the embroidery machine and complete a small embroidery project to take home with you. 

This program is intended for beginners. All materials will be provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Makerspace Certificate

Successfully completing this program will earn you the Makerspace Certificate for the featured piece of equipment. Earning a Makerspace Certificate enables you to use the piece of equipment independently outside of a program or an appointment.

Cricut Creations

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Maker & STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Cricut Creations:

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and learn how to use the Cricut to make a project! Sarah will guide you through learning the Design Space app, using the Cricut...

Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Maker & STEM, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 6

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and learn how to use the Cricut to make a project! Sarah will guide you through learning the Design Space app, using the Cricut machine, and completing your project. 

All materials will be provided. Please register for only one Cricut Creations class per month.

Disclaimer(s)

Makerspace Certificate

Successfully completing this program will earn you the Makerspace Certificate for the featured piece of equipment. Earning a Makerspace Certificate enables you to use the piece of equipment independently outside of a program or an appointment.

Cricut Creations

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Maker & STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Cricut Creations:

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and learn how to use the Cricut to make a project! Sarah will guide you through learning the Design Space app, using the Cricut...

Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Maker & STEM, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 6

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and learn how to use the Cricut to make a project! Sarah will guide you through learning the Design Space app, using the Cricut machine, and completing your project. 

All materials will be provided. Please register for only one Cricut Creations class per month.

Disclaimer(s)

Makerspace Certificate

Successfully completing this program will earn you the Makerspace Certificate for the featured piece of equipment. Earning a Makerspace Certificate enables you to use the piece of equipment independently outside of a program or an appointment.

Intro to Machine Sewing

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Intro to Machine Sewing:

Learn how to use the Makerspace sewing machines! During this program, participants will learn how to thread a machine, wind a bobbin, and replace the needle. Participants will have...

Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 2

Learn how to use the Makerspace sewing machines! During this program, participants will learn how to thread a machine, wind a bobbin, and replace the needle. Participants will have the opportunity to try out various stitches on our sewing machines and learn how they can access the Makerspace sewing machines outside of the program. This program is intended for beginners.

Disclaimer(s)

Makerspace Certificate

Successfully completing this program will earn you the Makerspace Certificate for the featured piece of equipment. Earning a Makerspace Certificate enables you to use the piece of equipment independently outside of a program or an appointment.

Intro to Machine Sewing

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Intro to Machine Sewing:

Learn how to use the Makerspace sewing machines! During this program, participants will learn how to thread a machine, wind a bobbin, and replace the needle. Participants will have...

Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 2

Learn how to use the Makerspace sewing machines! During this program, participants will learn how to thread a machine, wind a bobbin, and replace the needle. Participants will have the opportunity to try out various stitches on our sewing machines and learn how they can access the Makerspace sewing machines outside of the program. This program is intended for beginners.

Disclaimer(s)

Makerspace Certificate

Successfully completing this program will earn you the Makerspace Certificate for the featured piece of equipment. Earning a Makerspace Certificate enables you to use the piece of equipment independently outside of a program or an appointment.

Device Drop-In

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Maker & STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Stop by the library to get hands-on, personalized assistance navigating your device. We can show you a library e-Resource like Libby or Hoopla, help you set up a new email, teach y...

Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Maker & STEM, Technology
Event Details:

Stop by the library to get hands-on, personalized assistance navigating your device. We can show you a library e-Resource like Libby or Hoopla, help you set up a new email, teach you the basics of Microsoft Word, and more!

Needle Felting

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Needle Felting:

Needle felting is the process of transforming wool into 3D objects using a barbed needle. Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn to learn how to create a needle felte...

Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 8

Needle felting is the process of transforming wool into 3D objects using a barbed needle. Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn to learn how to create a needle felted project. 

All materials will be provided. Please register for only one needle felting class per month.

Memory Lab: Selecting & Organizing Items for Scanning

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Reading Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
History, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Excited to try out the library's new DIY Memory Lab but unsure about what to bring or how to organize it? Join us to learn how best to select, prepare and organize your items ...

Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Excited to try out the library's new DIY Memory Lab but unsure about what to bring or how to organize it? 

Join us to learn how best to select, prepare and organize your items prior to scanning them in the Lab.

3D Modeling: Tweens

Friday, January 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Join Technology & Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and Tween & Teen Library Technician Sarah Lawrence to learn the basics of Tinkercad. Tinkercad is a free, online 3D ...

Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Join Technology & Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and Tween & Teen Library Technician Sarah Lawrence to learn the basics of Tinkercad. 

Teen 3D Modeling

Friday, January 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Maker & STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join Technology & Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and Tween & Teen Library Technician Sarah Lawrence to learn the basics of Tinkercad. Tinkercad is a free, online 3D ...

Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Maker & STEM, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Join Technology & Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and Tween & Teen Library Technician Sarah Lawrence to learn the basics of Tinkercad. 

Needle Felting

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Needle Felting:

Needle felting is the process of transforming wool into 3D objects using a barbed needle. Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn to learn how to create a needle felte...

Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 8

Needle felting is the process of transforming wool into 3D objects using a barbed needle. Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn to learn how to create a needle felted project. 

All materials will be provided. Please register for only one needle felting class per month.

3D Pen Art

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Maker & STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
3D Pen Art:

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn to create 3D designs using the Makerspace's 3D Pens. A 3D pen extrudes heated plastic from the pen's nozzle that cools almost i...

Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Maker & STEM, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 6

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn to create 3D designs using the Makerspace's 3D Pens. A 3D pen extrudes heated plastic from the pen's nozzle that cools almost instantly into a solid, stable structure, allowing for the free-hand creation of three-dimensional objects. 

There will be a variety of templates to use, or you can design your own project. All materials will be provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Makerspace Certificate

Successfully completing this program will earn you the Makerspace Certificate for the featured piece of equipment. Earning a Makerspace Certificate enables you to use the piece of equipment independently outside of a program or an appointment.