This list is in progress and subject to changes and additions as the semester gets started!

Valentine Letterpress Printing

Wednesday, February 12th, 2-4 PM, Library IDEASpace

Stop by the LNDL IDEAspace any time from 2-4 on Wednesday, February 12th to print your own Valentine’s Day cards! We’ll be using our tabletop printing presses—all materials provided, no previous experience required. 

Reading is Retro: Needlepoint Bookmarks

Thursday, March 13th, 3:30-5 PM, Library IDEASpace

Learn how to make your own needlepoint bookmark at this vintage crafting session! No experience necessary, all materials provided. This class is capped at 10 students.

Reading is Tactile: Bookbinding

Thursday, March 20th, 7-8:30 PM

Learn how to hand-bind your own notebook! All materials provided. This class is capped at 10 students.

Reading is Dimensional: 3D Printing

Monday, March 24th, 4:30-6 PM, Library IDEASpace

Learn about the science of 3D printing and its applications in the world of engineering, then get certified to use the Library’s 3D printers! This class is capped at 10 students.

Reading is a Journey: Intro to ArcGIS Mapping

Thursday, April 10th, 4-5 PM, Zoom

Learn the basics behind ArcGIS, a digital mapping platform! This virtual class will be recorded.

Reading is DIY: Zinemaking

Thursday, April 24th, 5-6:30 PM, Library Instruction Lab B

Zines (pronounced “zeen”) are small-batch, self-published DIY works that anyone can make – including you! Learn about how zines came to be and how to become a zinester in this workshop with Access Services Librarian, Mallory Wareham. You’ll leave this pop-up with a brain full of zine knowledge, as well as your own “master flat” to photocopy and share with the world! No experience is required, but attendees are encouraged to come with big ideas and any paper art supplies. 

Reading is Creative: Graduation Cap Decorating

Thursday, May 1st, 4-6 PM, Library IDEASpace

Graduating this semester? Drop in between 4 and 6 to decorate your graduation cap with supplies from the Messy Cart! Feel free to bring your own supplies, too.

Reading is Innovative: Sublimation Notebooks

Friday, May 2nd, 4-5:30 PM, Library IDEASpace

Learn about the science behind sublimation with a dry ice demonstration, then customize a notebook cover with a photo or drawing with the help of the sublimation printer and heat press in the Innovation Station. All materials provided! This class is capped at 10 students.