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3-D Printing Intro

1 hour 30 minutes

Learn how to use the Ultimaker 3 in an hour+ class. After the machine intro, you will be eligible to reserve time on the Fabrication Lab's 3-D printers. Please arrive promptly at the start time of the class to ensure participation.

If this is your first time at the Labs, you'll need to complete a participant release form (library card & photo ID are required) and review our safety guidelines, please arrive 10-15 mins earlier than the start of the Intro class to complete and review these document

Craft & Chill: Collaging with Ebony and Jet

2 hours

Come join us to learn about visual artist Lorna Simpson and make collages inspired by her work. All materials are provided, just bring yourself and your imagination!

DIY Jewelry Repair

1 hour

Do you have an earring that lost its finding, a necklace that needs a new clasp, or a bracelet that needs a new jump ring? Bring your broken bling and join us for a DIY jewelry repair hour.

Please note, all attendees must have a DC Public Library card, bring a government issue picture ID, and sign a release a waiver before participating in any Labs activities.

Demystifying Sewing Machine Feet (Virtual)

1 hour

Fix-It DC Clinic in partnership with DOEE

1 hour

Don't Toss It! Fix it! A FREE do-it-together networking event around sustainability & repair.

Bring your small appliances, household electronics (no computers) & toys, or garments. Network & learn how to disassemble, troubleshoot & if possible, repair your item or garment. Workspace & basic hand tools provided.

Fix-It DC is a DOEE program hosted at the Labs.

Sewing for Dogs (DIY Squeaky Toy)

2 hours

Learn how to cut out, sew, and stuff a bone-shaped toy during this two-hour class. All supplies will be provided.

Having taken a prior sewing machine reservation/orientation is required for this class.

DIY Memory Lab Transfer Session (In-person)

3 hours

Transfers happen in real time. To save your files, please bring an external hard drive or an SD card (if you are transferring 8mm/Super8 Film).

Media transferred at this station:
+ VHS Cassette
+ VHS-C Cassette
+ MiniDV/DVCAM
+ Audio Cassette
+ 8mm/Super8 Film
+ 3.5" Floppy Disk
+ CDs/DVDs
+ Photographs
+ 35mm slides
+ Negatives
+ Documents
Video8/Hi8/Digital8 is currently not available

Sewing Machine Reservation (Amy)

3 hours

This is for a 3-hour sewing machine reservation. If this is your first time using a sewing machine at the Labs, your first reservation will include a 1 hour sewing introduction.

Sewing Machine Reservation (Leela)

3 hours

This is for a 3-hour sewing machine reservation. If this is your first time using a sewing machine at the Labs, your first reservation will include a 1 hour sewing introduction.

Sewing Machine Reservation (Zoidberg)

3 hours

This is for a 3-hour sewing machine reservation. If this is your first time using a sewing machine at the Labs, your first reservation will include a 1 hour sewing introduction.

Audio Recording Studio Session (In-person)

3 hours

This session lasts three (3) hours and is a do-it-yourself (DIY) recording session. Do not save any recordings to the Studio’s iMac, save to your cloud or personal storage device and remember to delete any personal files. If this is your first time at the Labs, you'll need to complete a participant release form (library card & photo ID are required).

Please limit yourself to two (2) appointments per 30 days. No back-to-back appointments at this time. Food is not allowed in the Labs.

Band, Green Screen, Photography or Voice Practice Studio Session

2 hours

Appointments are two (2) hours; maximum capacity is five (5). Participants must sign a Participant Release Form. Commercial use is prohibited. The Practice Studio has two (2) tables, five (5) chairs, ten (10) wall power outlets and four (4) floor power outlets, and, by request, 3-point lighting kit or green screen. Participants must bring their own musical and photography equipment. Please limit yourself to 2 appointments per 30 days.

Dance Studio Session

3 hours

Appointments are 3hrs; max capacity 8. All participants must sign a Participant Release Form. Commercial use is prohibited. The Studio has AV system, projector, portable dance barres, & wall-to-wall mirror. Participants must bring equipment/cables: laptops and other devices with auxiliary, HDMI, USB, or VGA ports. Use of AV system is facilitated by Labs staff. The Studio is unfurnished and visible to the public. Please limit yourself to 2 appointments per 30 days. No back-to-back sessions at this time.

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