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Conservation Conversation: Insect Insights with Connor Hogan

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Reading Room at Main Library Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
:

Discover the health of the local landscape when you meet its tiniest inhabitants. Insects represent more than half of all animal species and are the most diverse group of animals.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Main Library Branch
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Discover the health of the local landscape when you meet its tiniest inhabitants. Insects represent more than half of all animal species and are the most diverse group of animals.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Knit and Crochet Group

Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Upper Level at Cossitt Library Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
:

Knitters and crocheters are invited to a monthly meet-up to work on individual projects, and perhaps, a group activity. The gathering is not intended to be a workshop for beginners, but advanced stitchers are encouraged to share purls of wisdom.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch
Room: Upper Level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Knitters and crocheters are invited to a monthly meet-up to work on individual projects, and perhaps, a group activity. The gathering is not intended to be a workshop for beginners, but advanced stitchers are encouraged to share purls of wisdom.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

3D Printing Demo and Training

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bambu Lab P1S 3D Printer Training at Cossitt Library Branch
Program Type:
Maker Equipment Training
Age Group:
Adults
3D Printing Demonstration and Training:

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on how to design for and use the Bambu 3D Printer.  Attendees will gain an introductory exposure to how to find...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch
Room: Bambu Lab P1S 3D Printer Training
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Maker Equipment Training
Required
Seats Remaining: 4

3D Printing Demonstration and Training

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on how to design for and use the Bambu 3D Printer.  

  • Attendees will gain an introductory exposure to how to find a 3d file (STL) on sites like Thingiverse and design their own files with software like Tinkercad.  
  • Following this attendees will then learn how to use the Bambu P1S 3d printers to print basic projects.
  • For more information on how you can be successful designing and printing in 3D take a look at our Getting Started Guide.
  • Upon completion of this training, attendees will be certified to reserve and use the equipment through our Library Calendar website.

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Age Requirements

  • All patrons, 10 and up should sign up individually.  Registration is required for all active and passive participants.
  • Children under the age of 10 are not allowed in the space.
  • Youth between 10-16 may use the space under the direct supervision of a parent/guardian who has completed a training session with the Makerspace staff.  Limit one youth per Adult.

Safety and use guidelines:

This training was made possible in part by the sponsorship of The Friends of the Granby Public Libraries.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

SciFi / Fantasy Book Discussion

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Fox Meeting Room at Main Library Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
:

Discussing The Midnight Library by Matt Haig.  This is the story of Nora, a depressed woman in her 30s, who, on the day she decides to die, finds herself in a library full of lives she could have lived.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Main Library Branch
Room: Fox Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Discussing The Midnight Library by Matt Haig.  This is the story of Nora, a depressed woman in her 30s, who, on the day she decides to die, finds herself in a library full of lives she could have lived.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Digitizing Demo and Training

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Digitizing Station Training at Cossitt Library Branch
Program Type:
Maker Equipment Training
Age Group:
Adults
Digitizing Demo and Training:

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on a variety of equipment that converts old technology into new, digital formats. The components include vinyl, cassette ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch
Room: Digitizing Station Training
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Maker Equipment Training
Required
Seats Remaining: 4

Digitizing Demo and Training

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on a variety of equipment that converts old technology into new, digital formats. The components include vinyl, cassette tapes, VHS, DVD, CD, slides, photos and 8 mm film.

  • For more information on how you can be successful Digitizing your media and see what formats we can digitize take a look at our Getting Started Guide.
  • Upon completion of this training, attendees will be certified to reserve and use the equipment through our Library Calendar website.

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Age Requirements

  • All patrons, 10 and up should sign up individually.  Registration is required for all active and passive participants.
  • Children under the age of 10 are not allowed in the space.
  • Youth between 10-16 may use the space under the direct supervision of a parent/guardian who has completed a training session with the Makerspace staff.  Limit one youth per Adult.

Safety and use guidelines:

This training was made possible in part by the sponsorship of The Friends of the Granby Public Libraries.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Something About the Author

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Fox Meeting Room at Main Library Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
:

Open
Required
Library Branch: Main Library Branch
Room: Fox Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Laser Cutting Demo and Training

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Glowforge Pro Laser Cutter Training at Cossitt Library Branch
Program Type:
Maker Equipment Training
Age Group:
Adults
Laser Cutting Demonstration and Training Session:

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on the GlowForge Pro laser cutter.  The Glowforge laser cutter is a versatile desktop device that uses a laser to cu...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch
Room: Glowforge Pro Laser Cutter Training
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Maker Equipment Training
Required
Seats Remaining: 4

Laser Cutting Demonstration and Training Session

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on the GlowForge Pro laser cutter.  The Glowforge laser cutter is a versatile desktop device that uses a laser to cut, engrave, and score a variety of materials such as wood, acrylic, leather, fabric, and more.

  • Attendees will learn how to design a file for successful engraving/cutting using Google SlidesPhotopea, or the Glowforge’s native design environment and how to safely and sustainably operate the Glowforge Pro laser engraver.
  • For more information on how you can be successful operating the Glowforge and for a list of approved materials take a look at our Getting Started Guide.
  • Upon completion of this training, attendees will be certified to reserve and use the equipment through our Library Calendar website.

-----------------

Age Requirements

  • All patrons, 10 and up should sign up individually.  Registration is required for all active and passive participants.
  • Children under the age of 10 are not allowed in the space.
  • Youth between 10-16 may use the space under the direct supervision of a parent/guardian who has completed a training session with the Makerspace staff.  Limit one youth per Adult.

Safety and use guidelines:

This training was made possible in part by the sponsorship of The Friends of the Granby Public Libraries.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Custom Design Demo and Training

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Custom Design Station - Training at Cossitt Library Branch
Program Type:
Maker Equipment Training
Age Group:
Adults
Custom Design Demonstration and Training Session:

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on sublimation and vinyl cutting, with special attention to Cricut and Brother equipment.  Attendees will gain ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch
Room: Custom Design Station - Training
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Maker Equipment Training
Required
Seats Remaining: 4

Custom Design Demonstration and Training Session

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on sublimation and vinyl cutting, with special attention to Cricut and Brother equipment.  

  • Attendees will gain an exposure for how the Cricut cutting machine can take digital designs created in the Cricut Design Space and print/cut their project onto sticker paper, vinyl, and other soft materials.

  • For more information on how you can be successful using the Cricut take a look at our Getting Started Guide.

After this…

  • Attendees will learn about the art of Sublimation which uses heat to transfer graphics, like the ones taken with your phone, and transfer them to ‘blanks’ such as tee shirts, puzzles, mugs, and wood.
  • For more information on how you can be successful sublimating take a look at our Getting Started Guide.

-----------------

Age Requirements

  • All patrons, 10 and up should sign up individually.  Registration is required for all active and passive participants.
  • Children under the age of 10 are not allowed in the space.
  • Youth between 10-16 may use the space under the direct supervision of a parent/guardian who has completed a training session with the Makerspace staff.  Limit one youth per Adult.

Safety and use guidelines:

This training was made possible in part by the sponsorship of The Friends of the Granby Public Libraries.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

3D Printing Demo and Training

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bambu Lab P1S 3D Printer Training at Cossitt Library Branch
Program Type:
Maker Equipment Training
Age Group:
Adults
3D Printing Demonstration and Training:

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on how to design for and use the Bambu 3D Printer.  Attendees will gain an introductory exposure to how to find...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch
Room: Bambu Lab P1S 3D Printer Training
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Maker Equipment Training
Required
Seats Remaining: 4

3D Printing Demonstration and Training

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on how to design for and use the Bambu 3D Printer.  

  • Attendees will gain an introductory exposure to how to find a 3d file (STL) on sites like Thingiverse and design their own files with software like Tinkercad.  
  • Following this attendees will then learn how to use the Bambu P1S 3d printers to print basic projects.
  • For more information on how you can be successful designing and printing in 3D take a look at our Getting Started Guide.
  • Upon completion of this training, attendees will be certified to reserve and use the equipment through our Library Calendar website.

-----------------

Age Requirements

  • All patrons, 10 and up should sign up individually.  Registration is required for all active and passive participants.
  • Children under the age of 10 are not allowed in the space.
  • Youth between 10-16 may use the space under the direct supervision of a parent/guardian who has completed a training session with the Makerspace staff.  Limit one youth per Adult.

Safety and use guidelines:

This training was made possible in part by the sponsorship of The Friends of the Granby Public Libraries.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Digitizing Demo and Training

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Digitizing Station Training at Cossitt Library Branch
Program Type:
Maker Equipment Training
Age Group:
Adults
Digitizing Demo and Training:

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on a variety of equipment that converts old technology into new, digital formats. The components include vinyl, cassette ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch
Room: Digitizing Station Training
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Maker Equipment Training
Required
Seats Remaining: 4

Digitizing Demo and Training

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on a variety of equipment that converts old technology into new, digital formats. The components include vinyl, cassette tapes, VHS, DVD, CD, slides, photos and 8 mm film.

  • For more information on how you can be successful Digitizing your media and see what formats we can digitize take a look at our Getting Started Guide.
  • Upon completion of this training, attendees will be certified to reserve and use the equipment through our Library Calendar website.

-----------------

Age Requirements

  • All patrons, 10 and up should sign up individually.  Registration is required for all active and passive participants.
  • Children under the age of 10 are not allowed in the space.
  • Youth between 10-16 may use the space under the direct supervision of a parent/guardian who has completed a training session with the Makerspace staff.  Limit one youth per Adult.

Safety and use guidelines:

This training was made possible in part by the sponsorship of The Friends of the Granby Public Libraries.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Digital Discovery Series - Making 3D Objects with Tinkercad

Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Programming withOUT Makerspace Technician (For Guest Presenters) at Cossitt Library Branch
Program Type:
Maker Workshop, Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults
:

Learn to use Tinkercad.  A free online 3D design tool you can use to create 3 dimensional objects which can be printed on a 3D printer.

Attendees must have a Google Account (free).  

Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch
Room: Programming withOUT Makerspace Technician (For Guest Presenters)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Maker Workshop, Technology Class
Event Details:

Learn to use Tinkercad.  A free online 3D design tool you can use to create 3 dimensional objects which can be printed on a 3D printer.

Attendees must have a Google Account (free).  

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Laser Cutting Demo and Training

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Glowforge Pro Laser Cutter Training at Cossitt Library Branch
Program Type:
Maker Equipment Training
Age Group:
Adults
Laser Cutting Demonstration and Training Session:

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on the GlowForge Pro laser cutter.  The Glowforge laser cutter is a versatile desktop device that uses a laser to cu...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch
Room: Glowforge Pro Laser Cutter Training
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Maker Equipment Training
Required
Seats Remaining: 4

Laser Cutting Demonstration and Training Session

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on the GlowForge Pro laser cutter.  The Glowforge laser cutter is a versatile desktop device that uses a laser to cut, engrave, and score a variety of materials such as wood, acrylic, leather, fabric, and more.

  • Attendees will learn how to design a file for successful engraving/cutting using Google SlidesPhotopea, or the Glowforge’s native design environment and how to safely and sustainably operate the Glowforge Pro laser engraver.
  • For more information on how you can be successful operating the Glowforge and for a list of approved materials take a look at our Getting Started Guide.
  • Upon completion of this training, attendees will be certified to reserve and use the equipment through our Library Calendar website.

-----------------

Age Requirements

  • All patrons, 10 and up should sign up individually.  Registration is required for all active and passive participants.
  • Children under the age of 10 are not allowed in the space.
  • Youth between 10-16 may use the space under the direct supervision of a parent/guardian who has completed a training session with the Makerspace staff.  Limit one youth per Adult.

Safety and use guidelines:

This training was made possible in part by the sponsorship of The Friends of the Granby Public Libraries.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Custom Design Demo and Training

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Custom Design Station - Training at Cossitt Library Branch
Program Type:
Maker Equipment Training
Age Group:
Adults
Custom Design Demonstration and Training Session:

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on sublimation and vinyl cutting, with special attention to Cricut and Brother equipment.  Attendees will gain ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch
Room: Custom Design Station - Training
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Maker Equipment Training
Required
Seats Remaining: 4

Custom Design Demonstration and Training Session

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on sublimation and vinyl cutting, with special attention to Cricut and Brother equipment.  

  • Attendees will gain an exposure for how the Cricut cutting machine can take digital designs created in the Cricut Design Space and print/cut their project onto sticker paper, vinyl, and other soft materials.

  • For more information on how you can be successful using the Cricut take a look at our Getting Started Guide.

After this…

  • Attendees will learn about the art of Sublimation which uses heat to transfer graphics, like the ones taken with your phone, and transfer them to ‘blanks’ such as tee shirts, puzzles, mugs, and wood.
  • For more information on how you can be successful sublimating take a look at our Getting Started Guide.

-----------------

Age Requirements

  • All patrons, 10 and up should sign up individually.  Registration is required for all active and passive participants.
  • Children under the age of 10 are not allowed in the space.
  • Youth between 10-16 may use the space under the direct supervision of a parent/guardian who has completed a training session with the Makerspace staff.  Limit one youth per Adult.

Safety and use guidelines:

This training was made possible in part by the sponsorship of The Friends of the Granby Public Libraries.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

3D Printing Demo and Training

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bambu Lab P1S 3D Printer Training at Cossitt Library Branch
Program Type:
Maker Equipment Training
Age Group:
Adults
3D Printing Demonstration and Training:

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on how to design for and use the Bambu 3D Printer.  Attendees will gain an introductory exposure to how to find...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch
Room: Bambu Lab P1S 3D Printer Training
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Maker Equipment Training
Required
Seats Remaining: 4

3D Printing Demonstration and Training

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on how to design for and use the Bambu 3D Printer.  

  • Attendees will gain an introductory exposure to how to find a 3d file (STL) on sites like Thingiverse and design their own files with software like Tinkercad.  
  • Following this attendees will then learn how to use the Bambu P1S 3d printers to print basic projects.
  • For more information on how you can be successful designing and printing in 3D take a look at our Getting Started Guide.
  • Upon completion of this training, attendees will be certified to reserve and use the equipment through our Library Calendar website.

-----------------

Age Requirements

  • All patrons, 10 and up should sign up individually.  Registration is required for all active and passive participants.
  • Children under the age of 10 are not allowed in the space.
  • Youth between 10-16 may use the space under the direct supervision of a parent/guardian who has completed a training session with the Makerspace staff.  Limit one youth per Adult.

Safety and use guidelines:

This training was made possible in part by the sponsorship of The Friends of the Granby Public Libraries.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

SciFi / Fantasy Book Discussion

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Fox Meeting Room at Main Library Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
:

Discussing Childhood’s End by Arthur C. Clarke.  A 1953 science fiction novel & Clarke’s first successful novel.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Main Library Branch
Room: Fox Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Discussing Childhood’s End by Arthur C. Clarke.  A 1953 science fiction novel & Clarke’s first successful novel.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Digitizing Demo and Training

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Digitizing Station Training at Cossitt Library Branch
Program Type:
Maker Equipment Training
Age Group:
Adults
Digitizing Demo and Training:

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on a variety of equipment that converts old technology into new, digital formats. The components include vinyl, cassette ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch
Room: Digitizing Station Training
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Maker Equipment Training
Required
Seats Remaining: 4

Digitizing Demo and Training

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on a variety of equipment that converts old technology into new, digital formats. The components include vinyl, cassette tapes, VHS, DVD, CD, slides, photos and 8 mm film.

  • For more information on how you can be successful Digitizing your media and see what formats we can digitize take a look at our Getting Started Guide.
  • Upon completion of this training, attendees will be certified to reserve and use the equipment through our Library Calendar website.

-----------------

Age Requirements

  • All patrons, 10 and up should sign up individually.  Registration is required for all active and passive participants.
  • Children under the age of 10 are not allowed in the space.
  • Youth between 10-16 may use the space under the direct supervision of a parent/guardian who has completed a training session with the Makerspace staff.  Limit one youth per Adult.

Safety and use guidelines:

This training was made possible in part by the sponsorship of The Friends of the Granby Public Libraries.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Knit and Crochet Group

Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Upper Level at Cossitt Library Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
:

Knitters and crocheters are invited to a monthly meet-up to work on individual projects, and perhaps, a group activity. The gathering is not intended to be a workshop for beginners, but advanced stitchers are encouraged to share purls of wisdom.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch
Room: Upper Level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Knitters and crocheters are invited to a monthly meet-up to work on individual projects, and perhaps, a group activity. The gathering is not intended to be a workshop for beginners, but advanced stitchers are encouraged to share purls of wisdom.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Laser Cutting Demo and Training

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Glowforge Pro Laser Cutter Training at Cossitt Library Branch
Program Type:
Maker Equipment Training
Age Group:
Adults
Laser Cutting Demonstration and Training Session:

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on the GlowForge Pro laser cutter.  The Glowforge laser cutter is a versatile desktop device that uses a laser to cu...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch
Room: Glowforge Pro Laser Cutter Training
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Maker Equipment Training
Required
Seats Remaining: 4

Laser Cutting Demonstration and Training Session

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on the GlowForge Pro laser cutter.  The Glowforge laser cutter is a versatile desktop device that uses a laser to cut, engrave, and score a variety of materials such as wood, acrylic, leather, fabric, and more.

  • Attendees will learn how to design a file for successful engraving/cutting using Google SlidesPhotopea, or the Glowforge’s native design environment and how to safely and sustainably operate the Glowforge Pro laser engraver.
  • For more information on how you can be successful operating the Glowforge and for a list of approved materials take a look at our Getting Started Guide.
  • Upon completion of this training, attendees will be certified to reserve and use the equipment through our Library Calendar website.

-----------------

Age Requirements

  • All patrons, 10 and up should sign up individually.  Registration is required for all active and passive participants.
  • Children under the age of 10 are not allowed in the space.
  • Youth between 10-16 may use the space under the direct supervision of a parent/guardian who has completed a training session with the Makerspace staff.  Limit one youth per Adult.

Safety and use guidelines:

This training was made possible in part by the sponsorship of The Friends of the Granby Public Libraries.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Custom Design Demo and Training

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Custom Design Station - Training at Cossitt Library Branch
Program Type:
Maker Equipment Training
Age Group:
Adults
Custom Design Demonstration and Training Session:

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on sublimation and vinyl cutting, with special attention to Cricut and Brother equipment.  Attendees will gain ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch
Room: Custom Design Station - Training
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Maker Equipment Training
Required
Seats Remaining: 4

Custom Design Demonstration and Training Session

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on sublimation and vinyl cutting, with special attention to Cricut and Brother equipment.  

  • Attendees will gain an exposure for how the Cricut cutting machine can take digital designs created in the Cricut Design Space and print/cut their project onto sticker paper, vinyl, and other soft materials.

  • For more information on how you can be successful using the Cricut take a look at our Getting Started Guide.

After this…

  • Attendees will learn about the art of Sublimation which uses heat to transfer graphics, like the ones taken with your phone, and transfer them to ‘blanks’ such as tee shirts, puzzles, mugs, and wood.
  • For more information on how you can be successful sublimating take a look at our Getting Started Guide.

-----------------

Age Requirements

  • All patrons, 10 and up should sign up individually.  Registration is required for all active and passive participants.
  • Children under the age of 10 are not allowed in the space.
  • Youth between 10-16 may use the space under the direct supervision of a parent/guardian who has completed a training session with the Makerspace staff.  Limit one youth per Adult.

Safety and use guidelines:

This training was made possible in part by the sponsorship of The Friends of the Granby Public Libraries.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Something About the Author

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Fox Meeting Room at Main Library Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
:

Library Branch: Main Library Branch
Room: Fox Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:
This event is in the "Adults" group.

3D Printing Demo and Training

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bambu Lab P1S 3D Printer Training at Cossitt Library Branch
Program Type:
Maker Equipment Training
Age Group:
Adults
3D Printing Demonstration and Training:

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on how to design for and use the Bambu 3D Printer.  Attendees will gain an introductory exposure to how to find...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch
Room: Bambu Lab P1S 3D Printer Training
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Maker Equipment Training
Required
Seats Remaining: 4

3D Printing Demonstration and Training

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on how to design for and use the Bambu 3D Printer.  

  • Attendees will gain an introductory exposure to how to find a 3d file (STL) on sites like Thingiverse and design their own files with software like Tinkercad.  
  • Following this attendees will then learn how to use the Bambu P1S 3d printers to print basic projects.
  • For more information on how you can be successful designing and printing in 3D take a look at our Getting Started Guide.
  • Upon completion of this training, attendees will be certified to reserve and use the equipment through our Library Calendar website.

-----------------

Age Requirements

  • All patrons, 10 and up should sign up individually.  Registration is required for all active and passive participants.
  • Children under the age of 10 are not allowed in the space.
  • Youth between 10-16 may use the space under the direct supervision of a parent/guardian who has completed a training session with the Makerspace staff.  Limit one youth per Adult.

Safety and use guidelines:

This training was made possible in part by the sponsorship of The Friends of the Granby Public Libraries.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Digitizing Demo and Training

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Digitizing Station Training at Cossitt Library Branch
Program Type:
Maker Equipment Training
Age Group:
Adults
Digitizing Demo and Training:

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on a variety of equipment that converts old technology into new, digital formats. The components include vinyl, cassette ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch
Room: Digitizing Station Training
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Maker Equipment Training
Required
Seats Remaining: 4

Digitizing Demo and Training

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on a variety of equipment that converts old technology into new, digital formats. The components include vinyl, cassette tapes, VHS, DVD, CD, slides, photos and 8 mm film.

  • For more information on how you can be successful Digitizing your media and see what formats we can digitize take a look at our Getting Started Guide.
  • Upon completion of this training, attendees will be certified to reserve and use the equipment through our Library Calendar website.

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Age Requirements

  • All patrons, 10 and up should sign up individually.  Registration is required for all active and passive participants.
  • Children under the age of 10 are not allowed in the space.
  • Youth between 10-16 may use the space under the direct supervision of a parent/guardian who has completed a training session with the Makerspace staff.  Limit one youth per Adult.

Safety and use guidelines:

This training was made possible in part by the sponsorship of The Friends of the Granby Public Libraries.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Laser Cutting Demo and Training

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Glowforge Pro Laser Cutter Training at Cossitt Library Branch
Program Type:
Maker Equipment Training
Age Group:
Adults
Laser Cutting Demonstration and Training Session:

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on the GlowForge Pro laser cutter.  The Glowforge laser cutter is a versatile desktop device that uses a laser to cu...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch
Room: Glowforge Pro Laser Cutter Training
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Maker Equipment Training
Required
Seats Remaining: 4

Laser Cutting Demonstration and Training Session

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on the GlowForge Pro laser cutter.  The Glowforge laser cutter is a versatile desktop device that uses a laser to cut, engrave, and score a variety of materials such as wood, acrylic, leather, fabric, and more.

  • Attendees will learn how to design a file for successful engraving/cutting using Google SlidesPhotopea, or the Glowforge’s native design environment and how to safely and sustainably operate the Glowforge Pro laser engraver.
  • For more information on how you can be successful operating the Glowforge and for a list of approved materials take a look at our Getting Started Guide.
  • Upon completion of this training, attendees will be certified to reserve and use the equipment through our Library Calendar website.

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Age Requirements

  • All patrons, 10 and up should sign up individually.  Registration is required for all active and passive participants.
  • Children under the age of 10 are not allowed in the space.
  • Youth between 10-16 may use the space under the direct supervision of a parent/guardian who has completed a training session with the Makerspace staff.  Limit one youth per Adult.

Safety and use guidelines:

This training was made possible in part by the sponsorship of The Friends of the Granby Public Libraries.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Custom Design Demo and Training

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Custom Design Station - Training at Cossitt Library Branch
Program Type:
Maker Equipment Training
Age Group:
Adults
Custom Design Demonstration and Training Session:

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on sublimation and vinyl cutting, with special attention to Cricut and Brother equipment.  Attendees will gain ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cossitt Library Branch
Room: Custom Design Station - Training
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Maker Equipment Training
Required
Seats Remaining: 4

Custom Design Demonstration and Training Session

Join us in the makerspace for a demonstration and training on sublimation and vinyl cutting, with special attention to Cricut and Brother equipment.  

  • Attendees will gain an exposure for how the Cricut cutting machine can take digital designs created in the Cricut Design Space and print/cut their project onto sticker paper, vinyl, and other soft materials.

  • For more information on how you can be successful using the Cricut take a look at our Getting Started Guide.

After this…

  • Attendees will learn about the art of Sublimation which uses heat to transfer graphics, like the ones taken with your phone, and transfer them to ‘blanks’ such as tee shirts, puzzles, mugs, and wood.
  • For more information on how you can be successful sublimating take a look at our Getting Started Guide.

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Age Requirements

  • All patrons, 10 and up should sign up individually.  Registration is required for all active and passive participants.
  • Children under the age of 10 are not allowed in the space.
  • Youth between 10-16 may use the space under the direct supervision of a parent/guardian who has completed a training session with the Makerspace staff.  Limit one youth per Adult.

Safety and use guidelines:

This training was made possible in part by the sponsorship of The Friends of the Granby Public Libraries.