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How to Build a Patio Planter

11:00am - 12:30pm
Adults
Elkridge Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: DIY Design Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Makerspace, Gardening & Nature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to make make a stylish patio planter. We will go over materials, building techniques, and the proper use of all the tools you’ll need to get the job complete so that you may have some nature in your space.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

3D Holographic Projector: Makerspace Mondays

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Teens
Elkridge Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Elkridge Studio
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Engineer a 3D holographic projector. Learn about coherent light, interference patterns, reference and object beams, and depth perception. Then paint the finished product.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Z-fold Cards

10:30am - 12:00pm
Adults
Glenwood Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create 3 custom Z-fold cards and decorate with patterned paper, die cuts, stamps, and embellishments.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Portrait Painting w/ J. Scott

6:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Elkridge Branch
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: DIY Design Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

This art class will teach participants how to paint a portrait. Participants will learn techniques on enlarging, composition, replicating light, under painting, brush selection, and more.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Introduction to 3D Printing Using MakerBot

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Teens, Adults
Glenwood Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to use 3D printing to create designs for fabrication on the Makerspace Makerbot Method x3D printer.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

DisCards- Upcycled Greeting Cards

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Miller Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Avalon Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Give old books a new life and create a “DisCard”- one-of-a-kind greeting cards incorporating images and text from old books. A minimal project with maximum impact that’s sure to make the recipient feel special. Materials provided.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Drip Irrigating your Vegetable Garden

11:00am - 12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Elkridge Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: DIY Design Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Makerspace, Gardening & Nature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tired of having your garden dry up during the dog days of summer or spending hours watering your garden? Want to get more production out of your vegetable beds?

This event is in the "Children" group.

Let's Draw...Spring! [3rd-5th grade] TK

2:00pm - 2:45pm
Children
Miller Branch
Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Miller Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace
Event Details:

3rd-5th grade.  45 min.  Ticket required.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mother's Day Laser Cut Pendants

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens, Adults
Glenwood Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore how to use the laser cutter/engraver in the Glenwood Makerspace. Create your own pendant or keychain for Mom using a drawing you make in class.  This class is designed for ages 8+.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Art in the Evening: Paint a Pot

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Teens, Adults
Elkridge Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: DIY Design Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, DIY & Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us every month to explore new artistic themes or media in a relaxed, welcoming environment.

Paint a Pot: Enjoy a relaxing evening of art by painting a flower pot.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Knot Just Knitters

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Teens, Adults
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Events, DIY & Makerspace
Event Details:

Ages 11-18 & Adults; Drop-in, 90 min.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Art in the Afternoon: Paint a Pot

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Teens, Adults
Elkridge Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: DIY Design Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, DIY & Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us every month to explore new artistic themes or media in a relaxed, welcoming environment.

Paint a Pot: Enjoy a relaxing afternoon of art by painting a flower pot.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Sewing Machine Basics

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Elkridge Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: DIY Design Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have you always wanted to learn to sew? Or would you like to give sewing a try without purchasing a machine? Or maybe it’s been a while and you just need a refresher. In this class you will learn the basics of using a sewing machine.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Sewing Machine Basics

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Adults
Elkridge Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: DIY Design Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have you always wanted to learn to sew? Or would you like to give sewing a try without purchasing a machine? Or maybe it’s been a while and you just need a refresher. In this class you will learn the basics of using a sewing machine.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Etched Vases with the Cricut

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Glenwood Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Pindell Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Take your creativity to the next level. Design and create a stencil with the Cricut machine, then use etching cream to transfer the design to a glass vase.  All materials provided. Adults 18+ only.  Registration required. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Makerspace Makeup

1:30pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Elkridge Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Hockley Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Miss a Makerspace Monday this year? Makeup the engineering you missed!

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beaded Bracelets

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Teens, Adults
Elkridge Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: DIY Design Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy a relaxing evening of crafting and create unique jewelry pieces to keep or give as gifts.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Knot Just Knitters

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Teens, Adults
Glenwood Branch
Library Branch: Glenwood Branch
Room: Studio A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Events, DIY & Makerspace
Event Details:

Ages 11-18 & Adults; Drop-in, 90 min.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Quick & Easy Watercolors

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Everyone
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: DIY Design Studio
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: DIY & Makerspace
Event Details:

Create beautiful works of art using simple techniques and tools. All ages welcome, under 12 please bring an adult. Drop in, no registration required.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Art Workshop: Flowers

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Teens, Adults
Elkridge Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: DIY Design Studio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, DIY & Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy a relaxing evening of art, and learn tips and tricks for drawing and painting your favorite flowers.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Savage 3D Printing Meetup

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Savage Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Savage Branch
Room: Savage Studio (Classroom)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Events, DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you interested in 3D printing, optimizing designs for 3D printing, or building your own 3D printer at home?

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Pins and Needles

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Miller Branch
Library Branch: Miller Branch
Room: Ellicott Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace
Event Details:

Looking for dedicated time to work on projects? Bring stitching you'd like to finish, connect with others, and share ideas and tips. Drop in anytime between 10 am and 12 pm.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Family Fun at Your Library (Families)

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Children, Everyone
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children, Everyone
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:

All ages. Allow 30 min.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Family Fun at Your Library (Families)

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Children, Everyone
Elkridge Branch
Library Branch: Elkridge Branch
Room: Seahorse Children's Classroom
Age Group: Children, Everyone
Program Type: Art, Movies & Music, Crafts, Fun & Games!, DIY & Makerspace, Tech Skills or STEAM
Event Details:

All ages. Allow 30 min.