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Thanksgiving Day Eve

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
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
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

Thanksgiving Day

All Day
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
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

Talk & Stitch

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult
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 e...

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!

Teen Engineering Club

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker, STEAM
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Dive into the world of engineering with hands-on activities. Explore the exciting possibilities of microcontrollers, master the precision of CNC machines and mini lathes, and even ...

Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Teen
Program Description: Maker, STEAM
Event Details:

Dive into the world of engineering with hands-on activities. Explore the exciting possibilities of microcontrollers, master the precision of CNC machines and mini lathes, and even build a can crusher!

3D Printing Open Lab

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Want to learn more about 3D printing? Join us on the first Thursday of each month to create 3D models, prototype, and skill share. An instructor will be present to assist with e...

Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Want to learn more about 3D printing? Join us on the first Thursday of each month to create 3D models, prototype, and skill share.

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.
 

Make It! Sew a Holiday Garland

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Looking for a simple way to spruce up your home holiday decorations this year? Come learn how to make a simple winter garland using a sewing machine and cardstock. As a bonus, lear...

Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Looking for a simple way to spruce up your home holiday decorations this year? Come learn how to make a simple winter garland using a sewing machine and cardstock.

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.
 

Spoon Carving

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
HA-Meeting Room at Hanna Branch
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Learn how to carve your very own wooden spoon! Join local artisan Carl Banas as we learn the basic techniques of carving wood by hand. At the end of the class, you'll have a wooden...

Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Hanna Branch
Room: HA-Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn how to carve your very own wooden spoon! Join local artisan Carl Banas as we learn the basic techniques of carving wood by hand. At the end of the class, you'll have a wooden spoon to use for years to come. 

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.
 

Community Crafts at the Union Mills Christmas Tree Ceremony

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Library in the Community
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
0-5, 6-11
Event Details:

Join us at the Union Mills Christmas Tree Ceremony in the pavilion at the Mill Pond Park for an afternoon of community crafts and storytime! We will be reading Twas the Night ...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library in the Community
Age Group: 0-5, 6-11
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Join us at the Union Mills Christmas Tree Ceremony in the pavilion at the Mill Pond Park for an afternoon of community crafts and storytime! We will be reading Twas the Night Before Christmas: A Visit from St.

Sewing Open Lab

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Let's sew! Gather on the second Tuesdays of the month for an evening of sewing, friends, and skill sharing. Bring a project that you're currently working on or start a new one with...

Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Let's sew! Gather on the second Tuesdays of the month for an evening of sewing, friends, and skill sharing. Bring a project that you're currently working on or start a new one with us!

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.
 

Make It! Lathe Bottle Stopper

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Craft your very own custom wooden bottle stopper, perfect for preserving your favorite beverages! In this class, you'll dive into the world of woodworking as you learn the funda...

Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Craft your very own custom wooden bottle stopper, perfect for preserving your favorite beverages!

Disclaimer(s)

Equipment Training

Like what you see? Staff can help you! Contact the LPCPL Exchange by email or phone to set up your one-on-one training.

 

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.
 

Fabrication Open Lab

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Whether you are new to working with your hands or a pro woodworker or machinist, join us on the third Monday of each month! Bring a project that you're currently working on or star...

Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Whether you are new to working with your hands or a pro woodworker or machinist, join us on the third Monday of each month!

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.
 

Talk & Stitch

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult
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 e...

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!

Christmas Eve

All Day
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
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

Christmas Day

All Day
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
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

New Year's Eve

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
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
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

New Year's Day

All Day
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
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

3D Printing Open Lab

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Want to learn more about 3D printing? Join us on the first Thursday of each month to create 3D models, prototype, and skill share. An instructor will be present to assist with e...

Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Want to learn more about 3D printing? Join us on the first Thursday of each month to create 3D models, prototype, and skill share.

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.
 

Make It! DIY Door Decor

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Get creative this New Year and make your own front door decor! Join us anytime between 9:00am and 1:00pm to bring your vision to life. You'll have access to a variety of hand tools...

Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Get creative this New Year and make your own front door decor! Join us anytime between 9:00am and 1:00pm to bring your vision to life. You'll have access to a variety of hand tools to make your welcome sign.

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.
 

Talk & Stitch

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult
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 e...

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!

Make It! Cricut Mug

Friday, January 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Dive into the creative world of Cricut and the Cricut Mug Press! In this session, you’ll discover how to master the Cricut machine and Mug Press while exploring the essentials of C...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Dive into the creative world of Cricut and the Cricut Mug Press! In this session, you’ll discover how to master the Cricut machine and Mug Press while exploring the essentials of Cricut Design Space.

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.
 

Make It! Leather Trinket Tray

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
UM-Meeting Room at Union Mills Branch
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Make your own trinket tray for holding jewelry, candy, small crafting supplies, or other little items! We’ll use leather and learn how to make this customizable project that also m...

Library Branch: Union Mills Branch
Room: UM-Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Make your own trinket tray for holding jewelry, candy, small crafting supplies, or other little items! We’ll use leather and learn how to make this customizable project that also makes a great gift.

Sewing Open Lab

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Let's sew! Gather on the second Tuesdays of the month for an evening of sewing, friends, and skill sharing. Bring a project that you're currently working on or start a new one with...

Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Let's sew! Gather on the second Tuesdays of the month for an evening of sewing, friends, and skill sharing. Bring a project that you're currently working on or start a new one with us!

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.
 

Cookies & Canvas

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Kingsford Heights Branch
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Escape the cold and enjoy an evening of cookies and crafting! We will be painting a scenic desert golden hour on canvas. All materials provided. No previous art experience necessar...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Kingsford Heights Branch
Age Group: Family
Program Description: Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Escape the cold and enjoy an evening of cookies and crafting! We will be painting a scenic desert golden hour on canvas. All materials provided. No previous art experience necessary. 

Make It! Honey Dipper

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
EX-Classroom at LPCPL Exchange
Program Description:
Maker
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Turn your very own honey dipper on the wood lathe!  In this class, you'll dive into the world of woodworking as you learn the fundamentals of using a wood lathe, including ...

Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Turn your very own honey dipper on the wood lathe! 

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.