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Mixed Media Jewelry Series Join Roxanne Lingle for a series on mixed media jewelry making! During these classes we will use tiles, paints, brass, wire, collage and more to create gorgeous wearable art. Each week will be a new technique and fabulous funky creation. Experience mixed media in a new and exciting way... anyone can do this! Ages 18 and up. Registration is required. Registration is separate for each class.
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Book Page Art Using the laser cutter and Silhouette, we will create paper-cut and drawn book art. Ages 12 and up. Registration is required.
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Let's Stamp: Card Making Join our Stampin’ Up! card making experts to make two lovely card projects! Today we'll be making a Thank You card and a Blank card. Ages 16 and up. Registration is required.
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September 5, 10 a.m. - noon -- Library 21c Join us for coloring and light conversation. Pages and coloring utensils provided, and you're encouraged to share your work. Ages 18 and up. No registration is required.
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Knit One & Crochet Too September 5 and 19, 1:30 - 3 p.m. -- East Library Bring a project to work on, share ideas, and socialize with fellow knitters and crocheters. This is not a class.
No registration is required.
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Wired Wednesday Tinker Lab September 5, 6 - 7:30 p.m. -- Library 21c The first Wednesday of each month, join us for an open lab to experiment with various electronics and robotics activities. No registration is required. Upcycled Electronics The last Wednesday of each month, we will do an electronics project together. This month, we will take apart some old electronics and learn how various parts could be re-used. Bring an old broken electronic item (printers, toys, etc.) or take apart one that we provide. Ages 9 and up are welcome. Registration is required.
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Library Explorers September 6, 10 - 10:30 a.m. -- Sand Creek Library September 6, 10:30 - 11 a.m. -- Sand Creek Library An interactive program for adults with cognitive and developmental disabilities. For September, we will be making autumn glass inspired sculptures. Ages 18 and up. No registration is required. September 18 and 25, 10 a.m. - noon -- East Library Programs for adults with developmental disabilities. Registration is required (please contact Delaina at 531-6333 x1371 for more information).
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After School Adventures Join us after school to experiment with art and science! For school age children 5-12 years old with a favorite adult. Paper Building Blocks September 7, 4 - 5 p.m. -- Sand Creek Library Cork Stamps September 14, 4 - 5 p.m. -- Sand Creek Library Soapy Science September 21, 4 - 5 p.m. -- Sand Creek Library Weaving September 28, 4 - 5 p.m. -- Sand Creek Library When in the Makerspace, children ages 11 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times. No registration is required.
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Binders Keepers September 8, 2 - 4 p.m. -- Library 21c Binders Keepers is a bi-monthly meeting for bookbinding enthusiasts or wannabes. We meet to share creative ideas, techniques, skills, and of course, handmade books. Every meeting also includes a demonstration that is relevant to bookbinding. Please join us. No registration required.
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Maker in Residence: Write with Feeling Join us for a songwriting class with our Makers in Residence, Aja and Samir, also known as the musical group “The Reminders”. Learn to cultivate your own original artistic ideas through the creative use of imagery, emotion, metaphor, and personal experience. Ages 16 and up. Registration is required. Studio Hours August 31, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. -- Sand Creek Library September 13, 6 - 9 p.m. -- Sand Creek Library September 22, noon - 5 p.m. -- Library 21c September 27, 6 - 9 p.m. -- Sand Creek Library Open Studio hours with our Makers in Residence, Aja and Samir Zamundu, also known as the musical group “The Reminders”.
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Maker Mondays Crafting classes designed for Grown Ups! Materials and supplies provided. Registration Required. Decorate Composition Books Use decorative papers, stickers, and cut outs to customize a composition notebook. Great for journaling, notes, recipes, and more! Ages 18 and up. Registration is required Fabric Bottle Wraps We will use strips of fabric and ribbon to make bottle/jar wraps. Use them to decorate vases and jars around the house or as gift wrapping on wine or homemade canned food. Ages 18 and up. Registration is required. Woodburn Mini Notebook Covers Use a woodburning tool to customize small wood notebook covers. Ages 18 and up. Registration is required.
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Sewers of all skill levels are invited to join us as we sew pillowcases. Material will be provided. However, if you are interested in bringing your own fabric, you will need the following: 3/4 yard cotton fabric for the pillowcase body (1 yard for a king size pillowcase) and 1/4 yard cotton fabric for the pillowcase band. Ages 12 and up. Registration is required.
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Stitching Community Together Join Textiles West to learn the ancient Korean Pojagi hand stitch technique and learn how you and your community group can be a part of our first community project! This simple technique that is easily learned can be used to share your story, your culture or your favorite experiences of the Pikes Peak Region. We are creating a textile installation that represents the diversity of cultures within our communities. Ages 12 and up. Registration is required.
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Art Adventures @ East: Colorful Ice Cream Cones Join us in creating an ice cream cone by fading and blending colors, then place it on your own textured background. Have fun with watercolors, colored tissue paper, and glue in the process of making a sweet piece of art. This is a joint program between the ERC and MAKE @ East. Ages 4 - 7 Registration is required. Please register each child that will be attending. Parents and caregivers are expected to attend. Safety waivers required for presence in MAKE @ East.
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Python Beginner's Workshop In this full-day workshop, we will learn the basics of Python, a computer programming language. We’ll start the day with lectures on the basic concepts of the language. In the afternoon we will break out into groups to work on projects. We will break for lunch from 12 - 1 p.m.
Ages 12 and up. Registration is required.
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Maker a Paper Dahlia Flower In this workshop, we will make a beautiful paper dahlia to hang on your wall. Ages 12 and up. Registration is required.
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Intro to Alcohol Inks Enjoy and explore the versatility of alcohol inks. In this introduction we will have fun creating with alcohol inks on different surfaces and with different application techniques. Ages 18 and up. Registration is required.
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Introduction to Java Programming In this workshop, we will cover the basics of Java classes, methods, and objects.
Ages 18 and up. Registration is required.
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Hand Lettering Hand lettering is more popular than ever, appearing all over Pinterest as well as being featured in many different blogs and YouTube channels. At this class, lettering expert Kathy will introduce attendees to 4 different font styles using a variety of mediums, from basic sharpies and watercolors to brush pens. Ages 12 and up. Registration is required.
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Art Buddies September 27, 2 - 4 p.m. -- Library 21c Have fun with art! Bring your creativity to this monthly gathering. Bring whatever project you are working on and work in a group setting. Local artist and instructor Deb Ross will be on hand to help inspire. No registration is required.
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Teens & Tweens MAKE @ East: Bat Boxes Celebrate the All Pikes Peak Reads teen book "Flying Lessons" by attracting some flying animals! We'll use the laser cutter to cut out Bat Boxes that we will then assemble and paint. Attract the fury little critters to your home and keep those bugs away! Ages 9-18 only. Ages 9-11 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required.
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Ikebana: Japanese Floral Design Learn the basics of Japanese floral design, known as Ikebana. Flowers will be provided and each participant will get to take home his or her floral creation! Ages 16 and up. Registration is required.
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Make II Open Hours -- Library 21c Tuesdays: 1 - 8 p.m. Wednesdays: noon - 6 p.m. Thursdays: 2 p.m. - 8 p.m. Fridays: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Saturdays: noon. - 5 p.m. During Open Hours, Make II is available for patrons to work on their own projects while a PPLD staff member is present. Equipment and supplies are available on a first come basis. Patrons must be badged to use the 3D printers, laser cutter, or CNC machine during Open Hours. For information about badging at Library 21c, please see the badging section below or call 719-884-9800, x 6364. Ages 9 and up. Ages 9-11 must be accompanied by an adult.
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MAKE @ East Open Hours -- East Library Mondays: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Tuesdays: 1 - 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays: 5 - 8:30 p.m. Fridays: 1 - 5 p.m. Saturdays: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. During Open Hours, MAKE @ East is available for patrons to work on their own projects while a trained PPLD staff member is present. Equipment and supplies are available on a first come basis. Patrons must be badged to use the 3D printers during Open Hours. For information about badging at East Library, please see the badging section below or call 719-531-6333, x 1305. Ages 9 and up. Ages 9-11 must be accompanied by an adult.
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SA Makerspace Open Hours -- Sand Creek Library Mondays: 1 - 5 p.m. Wednesdays: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Fridays: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. During Open Hours, SA Makerspace is available for patrons to work on their own projects while a trained PPLD staff member is present. Equipment and supplies are available on a first come basis. Patrons must be badged to use the 3D printers or laser cutter during Open hours. For information about badging at Sand Creek, please call 719-531-6333, x 6017. Ages 9 and up. Ages 9-11 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Interested in using the laser cutter, CNC, or 3D printers at Library 21c or the laser cutter or 3D printers at East Library and Sand Creek Library? Patrons must attend a badging class to be trained prior to using these machines during Open Hours. Badging for 3D printers is available online! Click here for details. Check our calendar for available badging classes! For questions related to badging, give us a call! Library 21c: 719-884-9800, x 6364 East Library: 719-531-6333, x 1313 Sand Creek Library: 719-531-6333, x 6017
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