Makerspace Open Lab

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, Science & Technology

Age Group:

Teens, Adults, Older Adults (55+)
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  • Registration is required for this event.
  • Registration is no longer available for this event.
  • This event is for registrants age 13 and above.

Program Description

Event Details

Our Makerspace Open Labs are designed to offer patrons a chance to work on projects of their choice. You are responsible for bringing the approved materials, but we supply select equipment. 

Full Access Library Card required. Resident and Paid Non-resident Cards only. TexShare/Limited Access Cards are not eligible.

Walk-ins will not be allowed. Please add your name to the waitlist on Library Calendar in order to be permitted if space allows. Waitlist registrants will be admitted on a first come, first serve basis five minutes after the scheduled start time.

Come create a project of your choice with a variety of pre-selected equipment in our makerspace. Patrons are expected to:

  1. Watch the Makerspace orientation and sign the Makerspace User Agreement (please complete before registering for this event). Registration before completion of orientation and user agreement could result in cancelation.
  2. Review tool documentation and approved materials via the makerspace website before registering for the event. Registrants must supply their own approved materials. Registrants are expected to know how to use the tool prior to registering.
  3. Please note the tools (Max = 2 tools) you intend to use in the above question. Equipment is available on a first come, first served basis. Please review this document on Makerspace website (see full tool description on Makerspace website) to select your tool(s). Please also note that 3D printers, embroidery machines, and Laser engravers are not part of open lab and may not be reserved at this time.

*Age requirements are listed on the makerspace website for each tool. To ensure patron safety, library staff have the discretion to determine violations of these guidelines, which may result in the loss of open lab privileges.

**Registration required. Registration holds your place for this program for five minutes after the scheduled start time. After that time, your place may be given to another person. Registrants may bring ONE companion who must follow all rules and regulations.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

ADA Accommodations available for programs. Advanced notice is required. Accommodations Information & Form

Photography Notice

Visitors may be photographed. These photos are for Library use and may be published in Library publicity materials. Notify staff if you do not wish to be photographed.

Registration is required

  • Please be on time. If you are over 5 minutes late your spot may be given away.
  • Cancel at least 24 hours in advance if you are unable to attend.

Accompanying Adults

Children must be accompanied by an adult at this program.