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For everything Creative Services, visit ppld.org/create

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Scrap Exchange with Who Gives a Scrap
 
In collaboration with Who Gives a SCRAP Creative Reuse Center, we are hosting an arts, crafts, and hobby material exchange! Bring in your new, clean/gently used, and unwanted craft materials and exchange them for "tickets" to exchange for new-to-you craft supplies! Check our program calendar for more information and be sure to join us for the following events. No registration required.
  • Sat., Oct. 19 from 1 - 4 p.m. at Monument Library
  • Sat., Nov. 2 from 1 - 4 p.m. at Banning Lewis Ranch
 
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Make Your Equipment Reservation Today
 
Around this time of year our makerspaces tend to get busier with makers creating holiday gifts, preparing for craft fairs, or just enjoying some time with family. Don't miss out on your opportunity to get creative! Visit our website to reserve equipment today.
 
Makerspace reservations can be made up to one week in advance and you can have two reservations on each piece of equipment at each location per month. 
 
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Join us for Clay Exploration
 
Join us and experiment with clay at the Sand Creek Library Makerspace in a two-part class. In part one you will learn how to shape a project out of clay, and in part two you will learn how to glaze it. Take your finished creation home to enjoy at the end of the month. All skill levels are welcome and all supplies will be provided. Ages 9 and up. Ages 9 - 11 must be accompanied by an adult. 
  • October: Spoon Rests 
    Thu., Oct. 3 & Oct. 17 from 4 - 6 p.m. at Sand Creek Library
    Thu., Oct. 10 & Oct. 24 from 4 - 6 p.m. at Sand Creek Library
  • November: Mugs
    Thu. Nov. 7 & Nov. 21 from 4 - 6 p.m. at Sand Creek Library
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Featured Resource: Printables

If you've worked on 3D printing in the makerspaces, you have probably been to one of many makers' favorite sites, Thingiverse, where you can download ready-to-print STL files. You might also find prints you're excited about on Printables, presented by the company that makes our new Prusa 3D printers. They provide a comprehensive library of downloadable 3D models that can inspire your next 3D printing project!
 
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Reserve Studio Time Today
 
Have you been waiting to produce that commercial for your small business, track that song you wrote, or launch that winning podcast idea? Wait no more! Your Library has everything you need to get started. Learn more about our studio locations at Library 21c and Sand Creek Library and make your reservation today.
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P.O. Box 1579
Colorado Springs, Colorado 80901
(719) 531-6333

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