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Open Maker Lab

Using Maker Lab Equipment
2024-09-27 11:00:00 2024-09-27 13:00:00 America/Chicago Open Maker Lab Main Library - Room 211: Recording Studio

Friday, September 27
11:00am - 1:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-09-27 11:00:00 2024-09-27 13:00:00 America/Chicago Open Maker Lab Open Lab is the second course in the Maker Lab education program. You can take it after you complete Maker Lab 101. Main Library - Room 211: Recording Studio

Main Library

Room 211: Recording Studio

Open Lab is the second course in the Maker Lab education program. You can take it after you complete Maker Lab 101.

Open Maker Lab

  1. Complete Maker Lab 101:
  • Before you can use the Maker Lab equipment independently, you must first complete the Maker Lab 101 course. This course is a requirement to learn how to safely and effectively use the equipment.
  1. Get Certified:
  • After finishing Maker Lab 101, you will receive a certification. This certification is necessary to access the Open Maker Lab.
  1. Register for Open Maker Lab:
  • Once you are certified, you can register for the Open Maker Lab. This allows you to start using the Maker Lab equipment on your own.
  1. Reserve Equipment:
  • Each piece of equipment in the Maker Lab must be reserved individually. When you register, you are essentially reserving a slot for a specific piece of equipment.
  1. Understand Reservation Slots:
  • The reservation system shows 9 slots, but this actually means there are 9 different pieces of equipment available for reservation. Only one person can reserve each piece of equipment at a time.
  • If someone else tries to reserve the same equipment as you, they will be notified and can choose another time or piece of equipment.
  1. Start Creating:
  • With your reservation confirmed, you can now use the Maker Lab equipment to work on your projects in a supportive and creative environment.


 
 

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The 66,000 sq.ft. Main Library opened in spring of 2024 and serves as the Rockford Public Library's main downtown facility. The newly constructed space boasts a 1st floor Children's Area complete with a dedicated computer lab, three program rooms, play structure with slide, and baby garden, a Maker Lab with access to 3D printers and scanners and small board computers, podcasting room, green screen video room, a large Young Adult Zone with gaming center, adult computer lab, local history room, and several meeting and study rooms accommodating groups of 2-8 people. Additional features include a large interactive screen, two roof-top terraces, one of which is available for rent as part of our large event space on the third floor, underground parking, and drive-thru book drop holds pickup!

Upcoming events

Friends of Rockord Public Library Book Sale
Sat, Sep 13, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Get ready to discover an amazing assortment of quality used books, graphic novels, DVDs, and much more.
Community Quilt Workshops at Main
Sat, Sep 13, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
WREX Classroom
Participate in the power of art, community and creativity by joining artist Molly Carter for a series of hands-on workshops in the creation of a large-scale community quilt.
Preschool Power Storytime
Mon, Sep 15, 10:00am - 10:45am
Room 115B: Story Time
Books, songs, rhymes, and crafts for children ages 3-5
Before You Leave Pop-Up
Mon, Sep 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
WREX Classroom
Pop-Up Event: Celebrate Before You Leave—a book on suicide awareness. Live reading, snacks, merch, and a conversation of hope and healing.
Musical Munchkins
Tue, Sep 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Room 115B: Story Time
Dance and sing the morning away at this active storytime for toddlers and preschoolers.
Local History 101: Yearbooks
Tue, Sep 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Local History Room
Drop in on Tuesdays at 2pm to get hands-on help from the Local History Department pros! 
Tween Gaming Night
Tue, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
GAME ON! Experienced gamers and newbies alike are welcome for a casual night of video games and making new friends. For ages 10 to 13.
No Decay Bouquets!
Tue, Sep 16, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
RPLF Teen Zone / Active Zone
Come make everlasting bouquets out of pipe cleaners! Winter can't take these gorgeous blooms!
Cancelled
Club 800 Financial Literacy 101
Tue, Sep 16, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Learn essential financial skills like budgeting, saving, managing debt, and understanding credit to build a foundation for financial success and long-term stability.
Babes and Books
Wed, Sep 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Event Space
This interactive storytime for young children from birth to 24 months, focuses on their development, incorporating music, movement, and reading.
Coffee with Jean: A Local History Talk
Thu, Sep 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Local History Room
Jean returns to RPL as a featured speaker!
The Library Card Makers
Thu, Sep 18, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Room 208: Maker Activity B
Let’s make some creative cards! Bring your imagination and creativity to the class.
Cancelled
Club 800 Financial Literacy 101
Thu, Sep 18, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Learn essential financial skills like budgeting, saving, managing debt, and understanding credit to build a foundation for financial success and long-term stability.
Community Quilt Workshops at Main
Sat, Sep 20, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
WREX Classroom
Participate in the power of art, community and creativity by joining artist Molly Carter for a series of hands-on workshops in the creation of a large-scale community quilt.
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