October 2024

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Tuesday, October 11:00—2:30 PMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451

Walk-In Technology Help

Walk-In Technology HelpNo appointment needed! Bring us your tech questions and stop by anytime between 1 & 2:30PM. We'll try our best to help during your 30 minute session. Ask us questions about computers, phones, tablets, & more. Please be aware that there might be a small wait.…Learn More

Tuesday, October 16:00—7:00 PMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451

Let's Make Chunky Yarn Pumpkins! (All Ages)

**Registration is Required**This class is for all ages; however, participants under the age of 8, might require assistance from a caregiver to complete this project. Love decorative pumpkins, but are unsure of how to make one? Do you love yarn projects but don't know how to knit, crochet, or sew? This project is for you! This no-sew, no-knit, no-crochet project is super simple and incredibly cute.…Learn More
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Thursday, October 36:00—7:00 PMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451

Laser Cutter/Engraver 101: How to & Safety (For Ages 16+)

**Registration is Required**You must be 16 years or older to register for this event. This class is part of the required training to use the laser cutter independently during one of our future open sessions. In this training, you will learn laser cutter safety, how to set up a job, what materials can be used, and how to design a simple project.…Learn More
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Monday, October 73:30—5:30 PMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451

Open Makerspace Session (All Ages)

This is a drop in session for all ages so join us anytime during these hours. During Open Sessions, you can join us to learn & create. Our Cricuts, 3D Printers, Sewing Machine, and several Crafting Supplies (beading, embroidery, weaving, origami, & more) will all be available for use.…Learn More

Monday, October 76:00—7:30 PMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451

Knitting 101: Session 2: Let's Knit a Hat (3 class series...For Ages 13+)

**Registration is Required*****You must be able to attend all 3 sessions*****These sessions are for people who already know the basics of knitting or have taken our 101 class***This is a three week knitting class that is taking place on 3 Mondays in October 10/7, 10/21, 10/28) that is being led by Jennifer Vacca.…Learn More
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Tuesday, October 86:00—7:00 PMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451

Let's Make a Papercraft Haunted House! (Ages 6+)

**Registration is Required**This class is for patrons aged 6 and up; however, participants under the age of 8, might require assistance from a caregiver to complete this project. Let's make a papercraft haunted house! We'll be using a template you can cut out and decorate as you see fit.…Learn More
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Wednesday, October 94:00—4:45 PMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451

LEGO Creations

LEGO CreationsCome and build a stupendous structure with the Library's collection of LEGOs. Recommended for ages 5 and up. / Ven y construye una estupenda estructura con la colección de LEGO de la biblioteca. Recomendado para mayores de 5 años.
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Thursday, October 106:00—7:00 PMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451

Let's Make Candles! (For ages 6+)

**Registration is Required**This class is for all ages; however, participants under the age of 9, might require assistance from a caregiver to complete this project. Upcycle jars to make your own cozy beeswax candles! All materials will be provided.
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Monday, October 14Closed

Waltham Public Library

Monday, October 146:00—7:30 PMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451

CANCELED - Knitting 101: Session 2: Let's Knit a Hat (3 class series...For Ages 13+)

**Registration is Required*****You must be able to attend all 3 sessions*****These sessions are for people who already know the basics of knitting or have taken our 101 class***This is a three week knitting class that is taking place on 3 Mondays in October 10/7, 10/21, 10/28) that is being led by Jennifer Vacca.…Learn More
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Tuesday, October 151:00—2:30 PMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451

Walk-In Technology Help

Walk-In Technology HelpNo appointment needed! Bring us your tech questions and stop by anytime between 1 & 2:30PM. We'll try our best to help during your 30 minute session. Ask us questions about computers, phones, tablets, & more. Please be aware that there might be a small wait.…Learn More

Tuesday, October 156:00—7:00 PMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451

Let's Learn how to make a Linocut (Ages 16+)

**Registration is Required**This class is for patrons aged 16 and up. A waiver will be provided during the class. Has your social media feed also been full of beautiful Linocut prints, but aren't sure how to start? Let us take you through the basics of linocutting and how to create beautiful prints.
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Thursday, October 176:00—7:00 PMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451

Let's Make Leaf-themed Gel Plate Prints (For ages 18+)

**Registration is Required**The magic of gel prints is the imperfection and slight unpredictability. Using a gel plate you make an impression of your chosen shapes (leaves for this class) on a light layer of acrylic paint, and then transfer what's remaining onto a piece of paper.…Learn More
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Monday, October 213:30—5:30 PMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451

Open Makerspace Session (All Ages)

This is a drop in session for all ages so join us anytime during these hours. During Open Sessions, you can join us to learn & create. Our Cricuts, 3D Printers, Sewing Machine, and several Crafting Supplies (beading, embroidery, weaving, origami, & more) will all be available for use.…Learn More

Monday, October 213:30—4:30 PMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451

Book an Hour with our Laser Cutter

Book an Hour with our Laser CutterRegistration to use the Laser Cutter is mandatory. In order to use the laser cutter during our Open Maker Sessions, you must have already taken the Laser Cutter 101 class. If you have taken the 101 class and would like to use laser cutter on a different day, please email Todd.…Learn More

Monday, October 214:30—5:30 PMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451

Book an Hour with our Laser Cutter

Book an Hour with our Laser CutterRegistration to use the Laser Cutter is mandatory. In order to use the laser cutter during our Open Maker Sessions, you must have already taken the Laser Cutter 101 class. If you have taken the 101 class and would like to use laser cutter on a different day, please email Todd.…Learn More

Monday, October 216:00—7:30 PMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451

Knitting 101: Session 2: Let's Knit a Hat (3 class series...For Ages 13+)

**Registration is Required*****You must be able to attend all 3 sessions*****These sessions are for people who already know the basics of knitting or have taken our 101 class***This is a three week knitting class that is taking place on 3 Mondays in October 10/7, 10/21, 10/28) that is being led by Jennifer Vacca.…Learn More
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Thursday, October 246:00—7:00 PMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451

Let's Make Spooky Luminaries with the Cricut (For ages 6+)

**Registration is Required**This class is for all ages; however, participants under the age of 9, might require assistance from a caregiver to complete this project. Use the Cricut to create and cut your very own spooky 4-sided paper luminary. This class is a great introduction to Cricut Design Space.…Learn More
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Monday, October 283:30—5:30 PMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451

Open Makerspace Session (All Ages)

This is a drop in session for all ages so join us anytime during these hours. During Open Sessions, you can join us to learn & create. Our Cricuts, 3D Printers, Sewing Machine, and several Crafting Supplies (beading, embroidery, weaving, origami, & more) will all be available for use.…Learn More

Monday, October 283:30—4:30 PMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451

Book an Hour with our Laser Cutter

Book an Hour with our Laser CutterRegistration to use the Laser Cutter is mandatory. In order to use the laser cutter during our Open Maker Sessions, you must have already taken the Laser Cutter 101 class. If you have taken the 101 class and would like to use laser cutter on a different day, please email Todd.…Learn More

Monday, October 284:30—5:30 PMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451

Book an Hour with our Laser Cutter

Book an Hour with our Laser CutterRegistration to use the Laser Cutter is mandatory. In order to use the laser cutter during our Open Maker Sessions, you must have already taken the Laser Cutter 101 class. If you have taken the 101 class and would like to use laser cutter on a different day, please email Todd.…Learn More

Monday, October 286:00—7:30 PMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451

Knitting 101: Session 2: Let's Knit a Hat (3 class series...For Ages 13+)

**Registration is Required*****You must be able to attend all 3 sessions*****These sessions are for people who already know the basics of knitting or have taken our 101 class***This is a three week knitting class that is taking place on 3 Mondays in October 10/7, 10/21, 10/28) that is being led by Jennifer Vacca.…Learn More
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Tuesday, October 296:00—7:00 PMMakerSpaceWaltham Public Library735 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02451

CANCELED - Let's Make Last Minute Hallowe'en Decorations! (All Ages)

**Registration is Required**This class is for all ages; however, participants under the age of 8, might require assistance from a caregiver to complete this project. Is your home looking a little empty? Not as spooky as you'd like? Let's make some last-minute Hallowe'en decorations.
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