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Makerspace Programs and Workshops

Makerspaces are collections of resources: they are spaces filled with technologies, tools and toys, 3D printers, laser cutters and robotics. The idea behind makerspaces is simple: they are places where people come together to learn about technology, crafts and other kinds of making; to share knowledge and skills with others; and to apply this knowledge and skill by creating things.

The Sarnia Library is home to a permanent Makerspace. It provides access to a wide range of tools and resources and is host to programs and workshops related to making, Do-It-Yourself (DIY), and innovation. Most of the equipment in the Library's Makerspace is free to use with your library card; however, the Library may charge for supplies. Be sure to check with the library staff member to learn if fees are applicable before you start your project.

You can access Lambton County Library's Makerspace at Sarnia Library in five ways: planned programs; workshops; free play; community-led use; school class / club visits.

Programs Programs are events planned by Lambton County Library staff or by community groups on the theme of making.  View available programs in Lambton County Library's Program Calendar.
Workshops Workshops are training sessions for the public on how to use the various technologies safely and independently in the Makerspace. Registration is required for all workshops. View available workshops in Lambton County Library's Program Calendar.
Free-Play Visitors can book the equipment for independent use. Examples of activities include transferring VHS family videos to DVDs, scanning photo slides into digital image files, creating gadgets with the 3-D printer, designing customized pin-back or magnet-back buttons, or making precision cuts with the laser cutter.
Community-Led Use Educators, homeschoolers, community groups and other groups can book the Makerspace to deliver their own programs using the Makerspace technology.
School Class / Club Visits Lambton County Library welcomes classes from local schools and community groups to visit the Makerspace at the Sarnia Library. Visits can include a brief tour of the space or a making session with one class or 30 students at a time.

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Mobile Makerspace The Mobile Makerspace is a rotating collection of technologies, tools and toys, 3D printers and vinyl cutting machines. This equipment is delivered to libraries on a rotational basis and stays at that library for a period of one month for the public's use. During this time, library staff may incorporate the equipment into library programs, workshops may be offered, or it may be available for free-play.
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