3D-Art Extravaganza
The Library MakerSpace is hosting an Event
Our special day is coming soon!
Our Library is pleased to present a wonderful event for the children in our community! Arts & Crafts activities will include origami creations, miniature sculptures, lego-building, and much more! This is the perfect chance for kids to enjoy some time at the library, and explore their creativity. Please join us for this day of fun.
Event Information
Please join us here at the Library.... Let's Make Something!
There are some wonderful activities and learning opportunities going on at the Library. On September 30th we will be hosting a fabulous 3D-Art Event at the Makerspace. This event provides the chance for kids to create some beautiful art and explore their imaginations. We would love to have you join us for this fantastic day.
When?
Wednesday, Sep 30, 2015, 03:00 PM
Where?
Your Local Public Library
Create, Learn, & Explore
Kids love to learn and create! Why not do both together? the library is a wonderful place to learn new things. These idea-centers are also the perfect setting for children to explore. At the makerspace you can make cool stuff, get creative, and have a ton of fun! Imagine the infinite possibilities.
Create with LEGO!
What could be more fun than playing with Legos? Learn to make something special like dinosaurs, animals, planes, trains, and cars...The possibilities are endless.
Create Oragami!
The traditional art of origami takes on a fun twist for this project. Lot's of supplies will be made freely available to decorate your creations with glitter, dots, stars, and other enhancements!
Create Mini-Sculptures!
Modeling clay makes a great medium for tiny sculptures! Have fun making hungry caterpillars, beautiful butterflies, delicious breakfast foods, or whatever comes to your imagination!
About Angela's Fictitious Flyer
Although this particular flyer is fictional, there are many opportunities just like it in reality. Libraries all over the country host events, (just like this one), the whole year round. Check flyers, displays, and advertisements in your area, or browse the webpage of your local library to find cool events near you!
Website: makerspace.com
Click here to Connect with other Makers!
Makerspace.com is a great online community of makers. Explore this site to learn more and stay involved with the latest ideas in trends.
Origami: Crane [tutorial]
Additional Readings and Source Citations
Burke, J. (2014). Makerspaces : a practical guide for librarians, Lanham, Maryland. Rowman & Littlefield Publications, 2014. {See Chapter 7: Resources for Crafts and Artistic Pursuits}
Barrett, K. (2014). Playtime hacked: kids' makerspaces blend art and technology to reuse and repurpose. Alternatives Journal, (3), 42.
Bagley, C.A. (2014) Makerspaces: top trailblazing projects. Chicago, Illinois. ALA Techsource, 2014. {See pages 14-18, Makerspaces & Children}
Click Here to Learn more at Make Magazine!
Make Magazine is an excellent resource for Makers. It is relevant and up-to-date, and includes ideas for all the latest and greatest in the world of DIY.