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Headquarters Library Training Lab/Makerspace, Headquarters Library

Join us for a fun and creative ceramics class designed for children/teens and their adult caregivers! Use molds, texture tools, and underglaze to hand-build a unique ceramic piece together. This class is perfect for adults who want to enjoy quality time with a child, teen or grandchild exploring the art of ceramics. Adults are welcome to create their own piece as well. Important: An adult must remain with their child(ren) throughout the class. Please register each person who will be making a ceramic piece. This project takes time to dry, bisque, glaze, and glaze fire. Expect an email around 3 weeks after class letting you know your pieces are ready for pickup. All supplies are provided but feel free to bring in your own ceramic tools and items for adding texture if you would like. Plant clippings from your yard can make beautiful impressions in clay for example. One last thing...please arrive on time. If there are waitlisted people who come, no-show seats will be opened to waitlisted registrants (in order of registration) at 10:10. This program is generously sponsored by FOHCL, Friends of the Hunterdon County Library.

Headquarters Library Training Lab/Makerspace, Headquarters Library

Come Make with Us! Equipment reservations are highly recommended and some equipment requires certification before it can be reserved. During Open Hours staff are available for questions. If you'd like to get certified on a piece of equipment please see the Makerspace Event Calendar to reserve a class seat. Open hours are available to Hunterdon County Library Card Holders who have agreed to the Makerspace Use Policy and Liability Release (this can be done when you arrive as well) To reserve equipment online visit https://hclibrary.libcal.com/equipment Equipment available for reservation includes: Direct to Garment Printer Laser Cutter Sewing Machine Serger Machine Embroidery/Sewing Machine 3D Scanner Wolverine Movie Maker Pro Button Maker IMac Studio Sublimation Printer Mayco Formbox

Headquarters Library Training Lab/Makerspace, Headquarters Library

Make your own one-of-a-kind socks using an easy to learn, free graphic design program called Canva and the library's sublimation printer! We'll use the sublimation printer to print the graphic then transfer it to the socks using the heat press. This program is for an adult and child (9 ) for caregivers who would enjoy learning and making alongside their child/grandchild/ward. The adult caregiver needs to stay with the child and help with designing and making the socks. We'll guide you through it all. Please register each person who wants to design a pair of socks so a computer is reserved for them. For example - A parent and child who are designing one pair of socks needs one registration. If both parent and child are designing socks they need two reservations. Please call the makerspace at 908-788-1439 if you have any questions on register for this class. This program is generously sponsored by FOHCL, Friends of the Hunterdon County Library.

Headquarters Library Training Lab/Makerspace, Headquarters Library

Learn how to sew in this beginner sewing class for adult and child (age 9 ). The sewing machine and all materials will be provided. One registration per adult please. Your registration will reserve a sewing machine for you and child age 9-18. This program is generously sponsored by FOHCL, Friends of the Hunterdon County Library.

Headquarters Library Training Lab/Makerspace, Headquarters Library

Discover the joy of drawing! This introductory class is designed for children and teens ages 9–17 and the adult who accompanies them. Please register each participant (both adults and children) so we can prepare enough materials for all participants. Drawing foundations for youth begin with learning basic forms such as spheres, cubes, cones, cylinders, and prisms, which serve as the building blocks for more complex artwork. As students practice these forms, they develop confidence and strengthen their ability to express their creativity visually. Understanding line quality is another important skill, as different types of lines, including straight, curved, angular, and contour lines, add variety and expression to drawings. We’ll also learn about proportions and measurement, which help them create balanced and realistic relationships between objects in their artwork. Introducing value and shading teaches young artists how light and shadow create depth and dimension, making drawings appear more lifelike. About the Instructor Susan Bromirski Susan possesses a bachelor's in graphic design and a master’s in figurative painting, and has over 27 years experience teaching students of all ages—k12, Adult Ed and even art-focused summer camp! She is a highly qualified teacher (HQT) and is skilled in teaching a variety of subjects including drawing, painting, ceramics, printmaking and digital art! She encourages students to have fun whilst still striving for high standards and brings a wide variety of skills and experience to her art making practice creating work that expresses joy and whimsy energized by her boundless enthusiasm for creativity in all forms. Susan’s personal work primarily spans acrylic, encaustic, and pastel painting; mono-printing, and mixed-media.

Headquarters Library Training Lab/Makerspace, Headquarters Library

Parents & caregivers with their children ages 7 come learn the basics of 3D printing using Tinkercad to design a name tag. We will go over the 3 steps every 3D print must go through - design, slicing and printing while having fun making a name tag. Computers will be provided. No prior experience with 3D printing is needed. Please register everyone who will be designing on Tinkercad to reserve a computer for each person. This program is generously sponsored by FOHCL, Friends of the Hunterdon County Library.

Headquarters Library Training Lab/Makerspace, Headquarters Library

Come Make with Us! Equipment reservations are highly recommended and some equipment requires certification before it can be reserved. During Open Hours staff are available for questions. If you'd like to get certified on a piece of equipment please see the Makerspace Event Calendar to reserve a class seat. Open hours are available to Hunterdon County Library Card Holders who have agreed to the Makerspace Use Policy and Liability Release (this can be done when you arrive as well) To reserve equipment online visit https://hclibrary.libcal.com/equipment Equipment available for reservation includes: Direct to Garment Printer Laser Cutter Sewing Machine Serger Machine Embroidery/Sewing Machine 3D Scanner Wolverine Movie Maker Pro Button Maker IMac Studio Sublimation Printer Mayco Formbox

Headquarters Library Training Lab/Makerspace, Headquarters Library

Learn the basics of 3D printing while designing a name tag. We will go over the 3 steps every 3D print must go through - design, slicing and printing while having fun making a name tag for your keys, suitcase or even a pet. Computers will be provided. No prior experience with 3D printing is needed. This class is for adults and their children age 9 This program is generously funded by the Friends of the Hunterdon County Library!

Headquarters Library Training Lab/Makerspace, Headquarters Library

Come Make with Us! Equipment reservations are highly recommended and some equipment requires certification before it can be reserved. During Open Hours staff are available for questions. If you'd like to get certified on a piece of equipment please see the Makerspace Event Calendar to reserve a class seat. Open hours are available to Hunterdon County Library Card Holders who have agreed to the Makerspace Use Policy and Liability Release (this can be done when you arrive as well) To reserve equipment online visit https://hclibrary.libcal.com/equipment Equipment available for reservation includes: Direct to Garment Printer Laser Cutter Sewing Machine Serger Machine Embroidery/Sewing Machine 3D Scanner Wolverine Movie Maker Pro Button Maker IMac Studio Sublimation Printer Mayco Formbox

Headquarters Library Training Lab/Makerspace, Headquarters Library

It can sew and cut at the same time! Join us in the Makerspace to learn how to use the Baby Lock Victory serging machine. This class will cover: How to thread and operate the Baby Lock serger. Basic stitches like the 3-thread and 4-thread overlock. Techniques for clean seams, rolled hems, and stretchy edges. No experience is neccesary. This class is for ages 18 .

Headquarters Library Lower Level Meeting Room (49 seats), Headquarters Library

This is a two session workshop and participants must attend both nights, July 7th & July 14 to complete the Rainbow Arch. Using acrylic and LED lights we will make an arch that can be coded to turn on/off with a clap (noise reactive) or change color depending on the temperature of the microcontroller. This class will teach students how sensors work and using some simple drag and drop coding (Makecode.com) students will learn how to make the colors on the arch change to what they want! Participants ages 12-18 One Rainbow Arch per family please, siblings can complete an arch together. Participants do keep the projects. No prior coding or electronics experience is required for this class, just an enthusiasm for making things. Please contact the Makespace, 908-788-1439 or makerspace@hclibrary.us if you have questions. This program is generously funded by the Friends of the Hunterdon County Library!

Headquarters Library

Learn handbuilding pottery techniques to create a small lidded jar. Ages 12-18. All supplies provided. Registration required here. Please note, ceramics is a process and requires drying time and kiln firings to complete. All participants will receive an email once projects are ready for pick up. *All participants must have a signed Minor Individual Release Form in order to participate in Hunterdon County Makerspace activities. If you cannot print a copy in advance, please be sure to bring a parent or guardian to sign the form before the start of the program.*

Headquarters Library Training Lab/Makerspace, Headquarters Library

Come Make with Us! Equipment reservations are highly recommended and some equipment requires certification before it can be reserved. During Open Hours staff are available for questions. If you'd like to get certified on a piece of equipment please see the Makerspace Event Calendar to reserve a class seat. Open hours are available to Hunterdon County Library Card Holders who have agreed to the Makerspace Use Policy and Liability Release (this can be done when you arrive as well) To reserve equipment online visit https://hclibrary.libcal.com/equipment Equipment available for reservation includes: Direct to Garment Printer Laser Cutter Sewing Machine Serger Machine Embroidery/Sewing Machine 3D Scanner Wolverine Movie Maker Pro Button Maker IMac Studio Sublimation Printer Mayco Formbox

Headquarters Library Training Lab/Makerspace, Headquarters Library

Families join us in the Makerspace for some cooking fun! This will be a hands-on cooking class focused on summer salads led by ShopRite nutritionist Sue Saparano. Indulge in the vibrant flavors of locally sourced fresh vegetables as we create delectable side dishes that celebrate the essence of summer. This program is generously sponsored by FOHCL, Friends of the Hunterdon County Library.

Headquarters Library Training Lab/Makerspace, Headquarters Library

Come Make with Us! Equipment reservations are highly recommended and some equipment requires certification before it can be reserved. During Open Hours staff are available for questions. If you'd like to get certified on a piece of equipment please see the Makerspace Event Calendar to reserve a class seat. Open hours are available to Hunterdon County Library Card Holders who have agreed to the Makerspace Use Policy and Liability Release (this can be done when you arrive as well) To reserve equipment online visit https://hclibrary.libcal.com/equipment Equipment available for reservation includes: Direct to Garment Printer Laser Cutter Sewing Machine Serger Machine Embroidery/Sewing Machine 3D Scanner Wolverine Movie Maker Pro Button Maker IMac Studio Sublimation Printer Mayco Formbox

Headquarters Library Training Lab/Makerspace, Headquarters Library

Participants completing this class and quiz will be certified to use the Boss laser cutter during Makerspace Open Hours. The class will make an SVG file in Inkscape, a word or name and import it into the Lightburn Software for the Boss laser. We'll review all the steps for establishing the correct setting in the laser, material safety and starting the air compressor, water pump and fume collector. Participants will leave with a name plate they have designed and engraved on the laser!

Headquarters Library Training Lab/Makerspace, Headquarters Library

Families (adult and child 9 ) join us in the Makerspace and learn how to use the xTool Fiber laser to engrave a pet tag! This class is an introduction to the xTool F2 Ultra 60 Watt MOPA Fiber laser. This laser can make very detailed engravings on stainless steel, gold, silver, copper, aluminum and titanium . The class will cover safety, materials and xTool software for the laser. Participants will leave having designed and engraved a stainless steel pet tag. Adult and child 9 This program is generously funded by the Friends of the Hunterdon County Library!

Headquarters Library Training Lab/Makerspace, Headquarters Library

Join us in the Makerspace to learn a bit of Canva and design a graphic for a ceramic mug. We'll use the sublimation printer to print the graphic then transfer it to a ceramic sublimation mug using the mug heat press. Please note that each individual planning to create a mug must register to ensure that we have enough computers available for designing. This means that if an adult and a child both plan on designing and making a mug, each will need to register for their own library computer. However, if only the child is designing and making a mug while the adult is assisting, only one registration is necessary. If you have any questions, please reach out to makerspace@hclibrary.us. This program is generously sponsored by FOHCL, Friends of the Hunterdon County Library.

Headquarters Library Training Lab/Makerspace, Headquarters Library

Come Make with Us! Equipment reservations are highly recommended and some equipment requires certification before it can be reserved. During Open Hours staff are available for questions. If you'd like to get certified on a piece of equipment please see the Makerspace Event Calendar to reserve a class seat. Open hours are available to Hunterdon County Library Card Holders who have agreed to the Makerspace Use Policy and Liability Release (this can be done when you arrive as well) To reserve equipment online visit https://hclibrary.libcal.com/equipment Equipment available for reservation includes: Direct to Garment Printer Laser Cutter Sewing Machine Serger Machine Embroidery/Sewing Machine 3D Scanner Wolverine Movie Maker Pro Button Maker IMac Studio Sublimation Printer Mayco Formbox

Headquarters Library Training Lab/Makerspace, Headquarters Library

Join us in the Makerspace to learn a bit of Canva and design a graphic for a ceramic mug. We'll use the sublimation printer to print the graphic then transfer it to a ceramic sublimation mug using the mug heat press. Please note that each individual planning to create a mug must register to ensure that we have enough computers available for designing. This means that if an adult and a child both plan on designing and making a mug, each will need to register for their own library computer. However, if only the child is designing and making a mug while the adult is assisting, only one registration is necessary. If you have any questions, please reach out to makerspace@hclibrary.us. This program is generously funded by the Friends of the Hunterdon County Library!

Headquarters Library Training Lab/Makerspace, Headquarters Library

Families (adult and child 9 ) join us in the Makerspace and learn how to use the xTool Fiber laser to engrave a pet tag! This class is an introduction to the xTool F2 Ultra 60 Watt MOPA Fiber laser. This laser can make very detailed engravings on stainless steel, gold, silver, copper, aluminum and titanium . The class will cover safety, materials and xTool software for the laser. Participants will leave having designed and engraved a stainless steel pet tag. Adult and child 9 . One computer per family. One reservation with the adult name is all that is needed per family. This program is generously funded by the Friends of the Hunterdon County Library!

Headquarters Library Training Lab/Makerspace, Headquarters Library

Come Make with Us! Equipment reservations are highly recommended and some equipment requires certification before it can be reserved. During Open Hours staff are available for questions. If you'd like to get certified on a piece of equipment please see the Makerspace Event Calendar to reserve a class seat. Open hours are available to Hunterdon County Library Card Holders who have agreed to the Makerspace Use Policy and Liability Release (this can be done when you arrive as well) To reserve equipment online visit https://hclibrary.libcal.com/equipment Equipment available for reservation includes: Direct to Garment Printer Laser Cutter Sewing Machine Serger Machine Embroidery/Sewing Machine 3D Scanner Wolverine Movie Maker Pro Button Maker IMac Studio Sublimation Printer Mayco Formbox

Headquarters Library

Design and create your own t-shirt using the Epson F2100 Direct to Garment (DTG) printer! Shirts and all supplies will be provided. If you choose to bring your own shirt, please make sure it is white and 100% cotton. Ages 12-18. Registration required here. *Please note that all participants must have a signed Minor Individual Release Form in order to participate in Hunterdon County Makerspace activities. If you cannot print a copy in advance, please be sure to bring a parent or guardian to sign the form before the start of the program.*

Headquarters Library Training Lab/Makerspace, Headquarters Library

Come Make with Us! Equipment reservations are highly recommended and some equipment requires certification before it can be reserved. During Open Hours staff are available for questions. If you'd like to get certified on a piece of equipment please see the Makerspace Event Calendar to reserve a class seat. Open hours are available to Hunterdon County Library Card Holders who have agreed to the Makerspace Use Policy and Liability Release (this can be done when you arrive as well) To reserve equipment online visit https://hclibrary.libcal.com/equipment Equipment available for reservation includes: Direct to Garment Printer Laser Cutter Sewing Machine Serger Machine Embroidery/Sewing Machine 3D Scanner Wolverine Movie Maker Pro Button Maker IMac Studio Sublimation Printer Mayco Formbox

Headquarters Library Training Lab/Makerspace, Headquarters Library

This is a two session workshop and participants must attend both mornings, July 23rd & 24th to complete the Rainbow Arch. Using acrylic and LED lights we will make an arch that can be coded to turn on/off with a clap (noise reactive) or change color depending on the temperature of the microcontroller. This class will teach students how sensors work and using some simple drag and drop coding (Makecode.com) students will learn how to make the colors on the arch change to what they want! Participants ages 12-18 One Rainbow Arch per family please, siblings (2) can complete an arch together. Participants do keep the projects. No prior coding or electronics experience is required for this class, just an enthusiasm for making things. Please contact the Makespace, 908-788-1439 or makerspace@hclibrary.us if you have questions. This program is generously funded by the Friends of the Hunterdon County Library!

Headquarters Library Training Lab/Makerspace, Headquarters Library

Come Make with Us! Equipment reservations are highly recommended and some equipment requires certification before it can be reserved. During Open Hours staff are available for questions. If you'd like to get certified on a piece of equipment please see the Makerspace Event Calendar to reserve a class seat. Open hours are available to Hunterdon County Library Card Holders who have agreed to the Makerspace Use Policy and Liability Release (this can be done when you arrive as well) To reserve equipment online visit https://hclibrary.libcal.com/equipment Equipment available for reservation includes: Direct to Garment Printer Laser Cutter Sewing Machine Serger Machine Embroidery/Sewing Machine 3D Scanner Wolverine Movie Maker Pro Button Maker IMac Studio Sublimation Printer Mayco Formbox

Headquarters Library Training Lab/Makerspace, Headquarters Library

This class is an introduction to using the Glowforge Laser cutter. We will cover the safety, procedures and material requirements for using the laser cutter. No graphic design experience needed! All materials are provided. Class is for ages 18 .

Headquarters Library Training Lab/Makerspace, Headquarters Library

This is a two session workshop and participants must attend both nights, July 23rd & 24th to complete the Rainbow Arch. Using acrylic and LED lights we will make an arch that can be coded to turn on/off with a clap (noise reactive) or change color depending on the temperature of the microcontroller. This class will teach students how sensors work and using some simple drag and drop coding (Makecode.com) students will learn how to make the colors on the arch change to what they want! Participants ages 12-18 One Rainbow Arch per family please, siblings can complete an arch together. Participants do keep the projects. No prior coding or electronics experience is required for this class, just an enthusiasm for making things. Please contact the Makespace, 908-788-1439 or makerspace@hclibrary.us if you have questions. This program is generously funded by the Friends of the Hunterdon County Library!

Headquarters Library Training Lab/Makerspace, Headquarters Library

Ages 9 with an adult. Design and laser engrave your own pendant necklace with our xTool fiber laser! All materials included. Please note that each individual planning to design a pendant must register to ensure that we have enough computers available for designing. This means that if an adult and a child both plan on designing and making a pendant, each will need to register for their own library computer. However, if only the child is designing and making a pendant while the adult is assisting, only one registration is necessary. Adults will be certified to use the xTool during open hours after this class. This program is generously sponsored by FOHCL, Friends of the Hunterdon County Library.

Headquarters Library Training Lab/Makerspace, Headquarters Library

Join us in the Makerspace to learn a bit of Canva and design a graphic for a coaster. We'll use the sublimation printer to print the graphic then transfer it to a ceramic sublimation coaster using the new heat press. We'll guide you through it all.