Intermediate glass blowing provides a venue for students to refine their skills at creating basic forms and adapt that knowledge to create original works. All students are required to previous glass blowing experience—either having taken beginning glassblowing one or multiple times, or several months of experience at other studios/schools. Students are encouraged to consult a...

These independent studio sessions are open to returning students working in two person teams. The two hour time slots are an opportunity for experienced gaffers to practice technique and hone skills beyond our traditional 8 week class structure. Students must demonstrate hotshop safety and a familiarity with studio equipment. Workshops are ineligible for refunds once...

Explore THINKspot's creative options and learn how to start using the 3D printer with downloaded designs specifically for the upcoming holidays. Disclaimer(s) Computer Class Prerequisite Must be comfortable using a mouse and a keyboard.

Learn basics of traditional, Italian style, glass blowing. Work in teams to complete simple blown vessels. Supplies are included. Bring drinking water and protective sleeves (cotton welder sleeves or long socks with toes cut off). Appropriate clothing required – natural fiber fabrics (cotton, silk, linen, wool), leather closed toe shoes. Note: this class is held...

Something different for kids every week at your Vista Grande Public Library Makerspace. Art classes, building days, and more! Program is intended for kids ages 6-12. Children under the age of 12 must have a parent present in the library. Class will be capped at 12 children and registration is encouraged to ensure spot. To...

The lab is open! Bring your projects, get excited, and make things!

These independent studio sessions are open to returning students working in two person teams. The two hour time slots are an opportunity for experienced gaffers to practice technique and hone skills beyond our traditional 8 week class structure. Students must demonstrate hotshop safety and a familiarity with studio equipment. Workshops are ineligible for refunds once...

Explore, discover and get your brain going with fun STE(A)M activities. New Program Alert: Combining LEGO Explorers and Tinker Time. Both activities will now become a single weekly STE(A)M program! Explore, design, build, and discover with rotating STEM resources such as Snap Circuits, Sphero little Bits and various hands on activities. This will be a two...

Join MACH1 to unlock your creative potential with the fascinating world of 3D modeling! Designed specifically for adults ages 18 and up, this workshop introduces you to the basics of Tinkercad, a user-friendly design software. Over the course of this program, you'll go from concept to creation, designing your very own 3D model. Participants will have...

Interested in 3D printers? Want to try a drum set or the keyboard? Come hang out in the teen center to get creative, hang out, and have fun! Ages 12 - 18

Intermediate glass blowing provides a venue for students to refine their skills at creating basic forms and adapt that knowledge to create original works. All students are required to previous glass blowing experience—either having taken beginning glassblowing one or multiple times, or several months of experience at other studios/schools. Students are encouraged to consult a...

Learn how to sew a fabric coaster. Beginners welcome!

njoy an evening of sewing fun, no matter your experience level.  Sewing machines and materials provided. Great for beginner or parents and children to do together. Ages 10+

After school activities with a focus on technologies for teens only. We'll have robotics and 3D printers and vinyl-cutters available as well as smaller tech projects based on available supplies. Ages 13 to 18.

Join the Teen Takeover program at the library for a fun-filled adventure! This program is designed to give teens the opportunity to explore new technology, learn some new skills, and share ideas with their peers. Every week will be different, but will include elements such as coding, robotics, 3D printing, sewing, and retro games. Get...

Learn how to make a coaster out of fabric using the sewing machine. Beginners welcome!   Ages 12-18

Families are welcome every Thursday to design, create, and collaborate! Try out sewing, animating, programming, inventing, and more! Join us to CrEaTE! Every Thursday. Every Thursday, 4:30-6:00 Free thanks to generous support from the Rosenbluth Family Foundation No need to signup, just show up: 301 N. Willard St. Room 202

Stacker rings are so popular these days! Learn the fundamentals of working with metal and stones to create your own stacker ring set. No prior experience is necessary. The supply list will be sent two weeks prior to the start of class. Workshops are ineligible for refunds once purchased. Ages 16+ Nov. 1, 2024 Friday...

Stop by to learn about the Library's Cricut machine. Stop by to learn about the Library's Cricut machine, talk about your ideas, or get help with any issues. Drop in anytime between 3-5 on the first Friday of every month.

People coming together to create 3d models in Blender and print them! All skill levels welcome. Inclusive. Safe space. No bullying. Sign up to get notices about events you're interested in. A liability waiver is required before using tools. Anyone under 18 must have a guardian.

Tired of sitting at home on Friday nights with nothing to do? Head to the Jewelry Studio for Independent Studio!  You will enjoy a night out, making jewelry and small metal objects. Students may work independently with or without the instructor’s assistance as needed. Some demonstrations will be provided based on student demand.  This is an...

Come to Young Makers and laser engrave your photo. We will register the first 14 people to sign up. That's how many people I'm sure we can complete, but we'll do more if we can. So show up if the registration fills up.   Engraving photos is easy with the LightBurn software. You just import...

Learn a new approach to prong setting featuring a large CZ stone, while also creating a contemporary wavy organic ring band with embellishments. This is an intermediate-level class, all students must have jewelry torch soldering and fabrication experience. The student supply list will be sent two weeks prior to the start of class. Workshops are...

This 3 hour workshop will allow students to experience traditional, Italian style, glass blowing first hand. Work with instructors to create your own blown glass pumpkin. All supplies are included. Bring drinking water and protective sleeves (cotton welder sleeves or long socks with toes cut off). Appropriate clothing required – natural fiber fabrics (cotton, silk,...

STEAM Time is a pop-up makerspace for kids and teens that provides hands-on opportunities to design, experiment, and invent as they engage in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) through self-guided tinkering. Join us to make, create and play!

Add laser cutting to your toolbox of creative skills with CREATE! During this 1-hour, beginner-level workshop, Makers will explore the process of etching designs using lasers. Our expert CREATE techs will walk you through tool safety, material exploration, the preparation of etching areas, how to cut lines in CorelDRAW and make a laser-cut creation to...

Learn to sew. Participants will begin with prepared projects to develop skills using sewing machines, then progress to individual projects. All materials provided. Age 10 and up.  Adults welcome.

Add 3D printing to your toolbox of creative skills with CREATE! Explore the software, learn tips and meet the machinery used for 3D printing throughout this 1-hour, beginner-level workshop. By the end of the workshop, Makers will know how to effectively slice STL and OBJ files using Cura and PrusaSlicer, understand layer height, infill and...

Come hang out and cut and engrave projects with the Laser Cutters. No experience necessary! Projects under 30 minutes will be queued based on who arrives first. Longer projects will be done last. If you are totally new and don't have a project just come out and learn. We have some small examples you can...

Have 3D-Printing questions? Want to learn how to use the 3D-Printers available at HeatSync Labs? Having trouble with your own 3D-Printer? Bring it in! Maybe we can help! Anything 3D-PRINTING goes!!! Sign up to get notices about events you're interested in. A liability waiver is required before using tools. Anyone under 18 must have a...