Events & Classes

Calling all teens in grades 6-12! Come make something cool, learn a new skill, and meet friendly people in this teen-focused creative space. Makerspace staff and volunteers will teach you how to use our tech equipment to design things and express yourself. Project examples include 3D printers, craft cutters, sewing machines, custom t shirts and tote bags, tons of art supplies for painting, jewelry making, and more.

Join us for a fun and imaginative LEGO building session. We'll provide the building blocks, you bring the creativity! Ideal for grades K-5, but younger and older siblings are welcome.

Do you like to game? Are you in middle or high school? If so, join our gaming club! We'll play games, talk about games and eat snacks.

Made possible by gifts to The Library Foundation, a local nonprofit dedicated  to enhancing our library's leadership, innovation and reach through private support.

Every participant must sign up in advance to reserve their spot. No library card required. All materials are provided. Registration opens three weeks in advance.

What will you create? Bring your ideas and make them a reality! Join us at the Rockwood Library makerspace to make something cool, learn a new skill, and meet friendly people.

Join us for a fun and imaginative LEGO building session. We'll provide the building blocks, you bring the creativity! Ideal for grades K-5, but younger and older siblings are welcome.

Take your kid(s) on a wild ride with this workshop that lets them design and test their own marble coaster, complete with loops and jumps. Best for grades 2-8 (with a grownup for grades 2-5). 

There are two of the same session, please register only for one and only take a registration slot for the youth participating! Grown ups are welcome but don't need to take up a slot. 

Take your kid(s) on a wild ride with this workshop that lets them design and test their own marble coaster, complete with loops and jumps. Best for grades 2-8 (with a grownup for grades 2-5). 

There are two of the same session, please register only for one and only take a registration slot for the youth participating! Grown ups are welcome but don't need to take up a slot. 

¡Aprendan a diseñar un llavero de acrílico con la aplicación web Glowforge, preparen su proyecto para producción y envíen su creación a la cortadora láser!

El espacio es limitado y es necesario inscribirse. La inscripción se abre el 2 de marzo.

Use a Glowforge laser cutter to engrave and cut designs out of acrylic or wood, with assistance from staff and volunteers. No experience needed! A selection of laser-safe materials will be available for you to use.

Space is limited and registration is required. Registration opens March 3.

Children in grades 5 and under must be accompanied by an attentive teen or adult.

Pretend that an evil landlord is about to close the doors on your beloved library. You and your friends are the only hope for keeping the doors open with the help of Tinker Camp, a nonprofit dedicated to STEAM education in your community. You decide that the best way to save the building is to create an arcade of games and invite the neighbors to come and play to raise the rent!

Use a Glowforge laser cutter to engrave and cut designs out of acrylic or wood, with assistance from staff and volunteers. No experience needed! A selection of laser-safe materials will be available for you to use.

Space is limited and registration is required. Registration opens March 4.

Children in grades 5 and under must be accompanied by an attentive teen or adult.

Come play at the mobile version of the FLIP Museum! Play is such an important of learning and growing. Kids from birth - 10 and their caregivers will enjoy hands on play and crafts. Fun, Learning, Inspiration, and Play -- FLIP! 

Use a 3D printer and get help from staff on creating a project of your choice (subject to time limits). No experience necessary! A selection of colors of PLA will be available for you to use.

Space is limited and registration is required. Registration opens March 5.

Children in grades 5 and under must be accompanied by an attentive teen or adult.

Week 1: Collaborative Art 
Week 2: Lego Lab
Week 3: Afternoon Art take home craft 
Week 4: STEAM Studio 

Event Description:

Drop in and create with us! While supplies last. No registration required. First come, first serve. Ideal for Ages 6 - 12.

Do you like to game? Are you in middle or high school? If so, join our gaming club! We'll play games, talk about games and eat snacks. Come to the Fairview  Library and play some fun games like Mario Kart, Just Dance, and more! For ages 12-18.

Made possible by gifts to The Library Foundation, a local nonprofit dedicated  to enhancing our library's leadership, innovation and reach through private support.

Videography Basics: 2-Hour Course

This 2-hour introductory course is designed for aspiring videographers and anyone interested in learning the fundamental principles of video production. Participants will gain a foundational understanding of key videography concepts, empowering them to capture compelling and professional-looking footage. All necessary camera equipment will be provided for hands-on learning.

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Join us for a fun and imaginative LEGO building session. We'll provide the building blocks, you bring the creativity! Ideal for grades K-5, but younger and older siblings are welcome.

Use a 3D printer and get help from staff on creating a project of your choice (subject to time limits). No experience necessary! A selection of colors of PLA will be available for you to use.

Space is limited and registration is required. Registration opens March 5.

Children in grades 5 and under must be accompanied by an attentive teen or adult.

Bring your awesome Lego skills to Fairview Library and let your imagination flow. Each month, we’ll build a new structure to put on display. Bricks and supplies provided. For kids ages 5-11.

Join us for a fun and imaginative LEGO building session. We'll provide the building blocks, you bring the creativity! Ideal for grades K-5, but younger and older siblings are welcome.