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Lathe Trees

10:00am–12:00pm
Adult
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Discover the art of woodturning as you create a unique wooden tree on the lathe. After a staff-led demonstration, participants will use the lathe to shape their tree, then sand and finish it with stain or paint.

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.
 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Lathe Trees

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adult
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Discover the art of woodturning as you create a unique wooden tree on the lathe. After a staff-led demonstration, participants will use the lathe to shape their tree, then sand and finish it with stain or paint.

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.
 

This event is in the "Everyone" group
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Board Meeting
Event Details:

Workshop meeting for Strategic Planning.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Talk & Stitch

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adult
LPCPL Exchange
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!

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Engineering Club

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teen
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Study Room B
Age Group: Teen
Program Description: Maker, STEAM, Technology
Event Details:

Are you interested in learning electronics and coding? Join us at Teen Engineering, where this session, we will learn the ins and outs of breadboards.

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.
 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Sewing and Fiber Arts Workshop

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adult
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Spend an evening sewing, socializing, and sharing skills.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Bandsaw Basics

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adult
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Get started with the bandsaw by learning the basics of safe operation and how to use it effectively for cutting wood.

This event is not sponsored or endorsed by La Porte County Public Library.
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Purpose of Meeting

Comprehensive planning for the City of La Porte

This event is in the "Adult" group

Lathe Trees

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adult
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Discover the art of woodturning as you create a unique wooden tree on the lathe. After a staff-led demonstration, participants will use the lathe to shape their tree, then sand and finish it with stain or paint.

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.
 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Knit a Bow Scarf

10:00am–11:30am
Adult
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Learn to knit a timeless vintage accessory while building your skills!

This event is in the "Adult" group

Talk & Stitch

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adult
LPCPL Exchange
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!

This event is in the "Adult" group

Cricut Corner: Using the Foil Tips

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adult
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Interested in learning more about the Cricut? Whether you're just beginning or have years of experience, join fellow crafters on the third Thursday each month to share tips and tricks, chat, and work on projects. 

This event is in the "Adult" group

All About Coasters

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adult
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Create your own custom coaster while getting hands-on experience with Makerspace tools and materials.

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.
 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Quilt Along

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adult
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Join us for the final Quilt Along session! Learn quilt finishing techniques and learn everything you need to able to be able to finish your quilt top! 

Thanksgiving Day Eve

5:00pm–8:00pm
All Branches
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
All Branches
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
This event is in the "Adult" group

Talk & Stitch

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adult
LPCPL Exchange
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!

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Engineering Club

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teen
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Teen
Program Description: Maker, STEAM, Technology
Event Details:

Are you interested in learning electronics and coding? Join us at Teen Engineering, where this session, we will learn the ins and outs of breadboards.

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.
 

This event is in the "Everyone" group

3D Printed Stamps

4:00pm–6:30pm
Everyone
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Create a personalized stamp using Tinkercad and the Bambu A1 Mini - perfect for a fun, decorative design, adding your name and address to envelopes, or placing your logo on small business packaging. 

This event is in the "Teen" group

Cosplay 101: Making and Using Patterns

3:30pm–5:30pm
Teen
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Teen
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Love cosplay and costumes but not sure where to start? Come to Cosplay 101, where we'll cover the basics to help you bring your character to life!

This event is in the "Adult" group

Sew Simple Gifts

10:00am–3:00pm
Adult
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

The holidays are almost here—drop in to make simple, thoughtful sewn gifts like snap pouches, fabric coasters, bookmarks, gift bags, and more.

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.
 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Beginner Bandsaw: 3D Bird

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adult
LPCPL Exchange
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover the joy of woodworking as you transform a small block of wood into a charming 3D bird, a perfect gift or decorative ornament.

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.
 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Sewing and Fiber Arts Workshop

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adult
LPCPL Exchange
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Age Group: Adult
Program Description: Maker
Event Details:

Spend an evening sewing, socializing, and sharing skills.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Woodturn a Honey Dipper

5:30pm–7:00pm
Everyone
LPCPL Exchange
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: LPCPL Exchange
Room: EX-Classroom
Age Group: Everyone
Program Description: Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Turn a honey dipper on the lathe and learn the fundamentals of woodturning. This beginner class covers tool control, measuring, and carving techniques while guiding you through creating classic forms like beads and grooves.

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.