In 2022, DKPL brought back 8 Countries in 1 Day, an annual event that celebrates different regions of the world and their cultures. The Tech Desk & Studio Department celebrated Ancient Greece and used the library’s 3D...
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Family Fun, Art and Crafts, Audio/Video Multimedia, Crafts & Hobbies, Creative Art Scene, Maker Machines, Makers, Making and Crafting Apr 25, 2026
For many people growing up and making models, there were no videos showing how to paint a model! Today there are plenty of artists who post their painting, design, and modelling processes on Youtube. This is a collection of useful, inspirational...
News, Computers and Software, Crafts & Hobbies, Makers, Personal Enrichment Apr 8, 2026
Ever had an idea to create something and you just didn't know how to get started? Maybe a sketch on a napkin, a snippet of audio, or a half-formed 3D concept? Turning the spark of an idea into something real you can touch and show others can be...
Makers, Audio/Video Multimedia, Computers and Software Mar 23, 2026
Starting a podcast nowadays is not as hard as it seems. Expensive microphones, complicated software, and steep learning curves are a thing of the past. All one needs is an idea and the confidence to see it become a reality. Here at DeKalb Public...
Makers, Crafts & Hobbies, Maker Machines Mar 9, 2026
309 Creative is now rocking 3, that's right, 3 Chompsaw power tools, available for patrons during Open Lab hours. Gaining mass popularity after being showcased on Shark Tank, and winner of the Toy Foundations 2026 Creative Toy of the Year of Fast...
Making and Crafting, Crafts & Hobbies, Maker Machines, Makers Feb 25, 2026
Keep those troublesome balls of yarn from rolling off your lap and channel your inner nerd at the same time with one of these thematic 3D printed yarn bowls: For the Dungeon Master Roll a natural 20 with your next knitting project with this simple...
Crafts & Hobbies, Maker Machines, Makers, News Feb 1, 2026
The first time someone sees a Cricut Maker in 309 Creative, the reaction is often the same: That looks cool, but I wouldn’t know where to start. The good news is that you don’t need a design background, a craft room at home, or hours of free time...
News, Adults, Kids, Makers, Personal Enrichment, Teen Dec 31, 2025
The New Year is almost upon us, and before we all start making our resolutions for 2026, we'd like to take a moment to thank all of you for a wonderful 2025! Over 29,000 people attended more than 1,700 events here this year, with more than...
Making and Crafting, Crafts & Hobbies, Maker Machines, Makers Dec 30, 2025
Think 3D printing takes all day? Think again! At the library, you can create fun, useful, and creative items in less than an hour using our 3D printer. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced maker, quick-print projects are a great way to...
Makers, Computers and Software, Digitizing Old Media Dec 8, 2025
Do you have boxes of old home movies, photo slides, or cassette tapes collecting dust? The library offers an easy way to preserve your cherished memories. With our user-friendly digitization equipment, you can convert your analog media into digital...
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