Manske Library's

IN THE ZONE






The Innovation Zone is our library’s makerspace, a collaborative area designed to provide patrons the tools and technology needed to make creative projects.

Innovation Zone News

Volunteers Needed!


The Innovation Zone is looking for volunteers to help our Makerspace flourish. Let us know what skills you have by registering for our Makerspace Volunteers opportunity.


Click here to view our available opportunities. 

Monthly Make:

Sew Your Own Bookmark!

Fabric Bookmark


Try your hand at sewing by making your own bookmark this month!


Printed tutorials and fabric will be available in the Innovation Zone from March 12th - April 9th, while supplies last. Just check out the Sewing kit from the front desk to start making your bookmark!

Tutorial here

Innovation Zone Programs

Glowforge

Certification Course

Thu, Mar 20

6:00 to 7:00 p.m.


This course will introduce you to the machine, walk you through the process of making with the Glowforge, and important safety rules.


Registration open now!

Register here

That's Sew Creative: PJ Shorts for Teens

Wed, Mar 26

5:00 to 7:00 p.m.


Start your DIY wardrobe journey by learning to sew pajama shorts! Ages 12-18. Registration required.


Registration open now!

Register here

In the Zone: Office Hours

Mon, Apr 7

3:30 to 5:30 p.m.


Want help getting started with any of our Innovation Zone machines? Come to Office Hours to get help from a staff member. Machines are available on a first come, first serve basis. You must take the certification course online or in-person to be able to use the 3D printer or Glowforge.

Ages 11+.

We want to hear from you!

Take a quick survey!


Let us know what programs and services you would like to see in the Manske Library's new makerspace!

Survey here

Want more information?

Innovation Zone Overview Trainings & Tutorials
Farmers Branch Manske Library
13613 Webb Chapel Road, Farmers Branch, Texas 75234
972-247-2511

https://www.farmersbranchlibrary.org