MAKERS!! Join us for some creative fun this year!
PLEASE NOTE: *Ages 9-12 must be accompanied by an adult during all programming.
OPEN LAB
Open Lab (ages *9+)
- MON, TUES, WED + SAT | 1:00 - 4:00 PM | MakerSpace
- THURS | 5:30 - 8:30 PM | MakerSpace
Come try out exciting tools and technologies including a vinyl cutter, 3D printer, button maker, digital design stations, and more! Drop-in to work on your projects.
SUMMER PROGRAMS
JUNE
BiblioMake: Socratica Node (ages 14+)
JUNE 10 & 24, JULY 8 & 22, AUG 5 & 19 | 6:30 - 8:00 PM | Auditorium or MakerSpace
An open collective of makers, artists, engineers, designers, writers, poets, and everything in-between -- coming together to work on our passion projects in a co-working atmosphere. Collaborate, share, and work alongside.
Dungeons & Dragons Night (ages *9+)
JUNE 16, July 21, Aug 4 | 6:00 - 8:00 PM | Auditorium
Our monthly D&D Night is the perfect place to start your quest -- for beginners to experienced adventurer! Join us on (usually) the 3rd Tuesday of the month in the Library Auditorium for an evening of creativity, strategy, and fun in a friendly and structured environment. All ages (9+) and all skills welcome.
Sewing Machine Basics (ages 18+)
JUNE 17 & 24 | 2:00 - 4:00 PM | Auditorium
A beginner friendly introduction -- participants can explore simple hands-on projects like pincushions and fabric envelopes while learning foundational sewing skills in a relaxed and creative environment. No previous sewing experience or registration required.
SUMMER
Monday Morning 3D Print Labs (ages *9+)
JULY 6, 13, & 20 | 10:00 - 11:30 AM | MakerSpace
Interested in 3d printing? Join us Mondays for hands-on sessions, where you’ll learn the basics of 3D Design and Printing. Drop-In (6 people room capacity.)
Block Printing (ages *11+)
JULY 7 & 21 | 2:00 - 4:00 PM | Auditorium
Create a custom block print on fabric over two weeks. Week 1: Create a custom stamp in 3D. Week 2: Use custom stamp on fabric. (Must register)
Teens Stitch This! (ages 12+)
JULY 8, 15 & 22 | 2:00 - 4:00 PM | Auditorium
A fun, drop-in, hands-on series where teens can explore different ways to work with fabric. Each week brings something new — whether it’s hand stitching, using sewing machines, or diving into a cool decorating project!
Multiverse (ages *6+)
AUG 24 - SEPT 3 | Various Dates/Times -- see main event page | Auditorium
Drop in to help build an interactive, large-scale model of our local landscape/cityscape. Using recycled materials, LEGO, robotics, and digital tools, this hands-on experience encourages creativity, sustainability, and STEAM learning while inspiring participants to envision and shape our community's future together.
LEGO Mosaic (ages *6+)
BUILD: AUG 1 - 30 | Main & Lower Floor (DISPLAY: Main Floor)
Help us build a large-scale LEGO mosaic one tile at a time. Visitors can complete a small pre-designed LEGO tile that will become part of a collaborative community artwork. Each tile contributes to the final image, which will be displayed on the main floor as it slowly builds, then for the following week.
Questions? Contact the MakerSpace at makerspace@splibrary.ca or call 519-271-0220 ext. 163.