Adventures in 3D Printing

Program Type:

Makerspace & DIY

Age Group:

Adults
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Program Description

Event Details

Join us for adventures in 3D printing! In this series we will cover everything you need to know to start 3D printing confidently as well as some tips and tricks to brush up on or expand your existing 3D printing knowledge. 

This class is part one of a four-part series. While it is recommended that registrants attend all the sessions, it is not required for them to attend all four sessions in order to register. Join the classes that you are interested in and able to attend. Please register on each individual calendar page for the classes you plan to attend:

  • Class 1 - Tuesday, August 6th, 1:30pm-2:45pm: 3D Printing Crash Course Lecture – Learn the basics, check out a print in action and try your hand at 3Doodler pens.
  • Class 2 - Tuesday, August 13th, 1:30pm-2:45pm: Create, Slice, Print! – Learn how to use Tinkercad to make your own models, Prusa Slicer to prepare them for printing and return during select hours to print your creation.
  • Class 3 - Tuesday, August 20th, 1:30pm-2:45pm: Prepare to Flex – Learn about the challenges and limitations of various filaments and printing styles. Then, download a model to test a new style or filament during return hours.
  • Class 4 - Tuesday, August 27th, 1:30pm-2:45pm: Two-Tone Trophies – You did it! You learned to 3D print. Now make it multi-color and add [your text here].

Students who attend all four sessions in the series will be DIY certified to use the library’s 3D printers by appointment for personal projects in the future.

This class series is a repeat of the Adventures in 3D Printing course offered in July 2024.

Attendees must be a Mammen Family Public Library card holder in order to use makerspace equipment. TexShare and Student Passport cards do not qualify for use of makerspace equipment. Please include your library card number on the registration form below so that we can confirm your registration.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

Registration for this event is required.

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure a welcoming and accessible environment. We can provide accommodations for people with disabilities or food allergies at library events. Please contact programs@mfplibrary.org at least seven days before the event to request accommodations.

Age Guidelines

Successful library programs are designed with age in mind. Please note this program’s age guidelines will be enforced for all active participants.

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