Getting started at the Makerplace

If you’re planning to visit the Makerplace for the first time, here are a few things you can do to get started:

• Get a library card! This is your free ticket to all the library and Makerplace have to offer. Cards are available at the Makerplace.

• Learn new skills in a class - Every month, classes are held for Arlington Heights cardholders, including vinyl cutting, sewing, laser cutting, 3D printing and cooking. Learn more about Makerplace equipment in this supportive environment.

• Request an appointment with a staff member - Are you feeling creative, but unsure where to begin? Expert staff are available to help and requesting an appointment can be a great way to figure out how to get started on your first project.

• Go on a tour – Take a guided tour of the Makerplace. Tours provide an overview of services and Q&A time with our staff.

• Reserve equipment by phone at 847-392-0100

Makerplace equipment, including laser cutters, 3D printers, and embroidery, quilting and sewing machines, is available for use by the public, at no charge. Library cardholders may also reserve select equipment up to one week in advance.

Visit anytime to try something new or bring a project from home and use the open workspaces. Have questions? Makerplace staff are always available to help.

To learn more or sign up for a class, visit ahml.info/makerplace

Discover the place where you can be a maker.

The Makerplace provides visitors ages 12 and up a unique opportunity for making and creating using the latest technology and equipment, along with flexible workspaces and a commercialgrade kitchen. All users must sign a waiver before using equipment or participating in Makerplace classes. Classes are for Arlington Heights cardholders only, unless otherwise noted. Registration begins at 9 a.m. on May 2.

3d Printing

Sunday, May 7, 1–2:30 p.m. / Flex Space 2

Learn the basics of TinkerCAD to design in 3D. Combine shapes and add text to create a simple keychain to be printed on the 3D printers. Ages 12 and up.

Vinyl Cutting

Tuesday, May 9, 6–7:30 p.m. / Flex Space 2

Learn how to use Cricut Design Space, then create your own one-of-a-kind design and get hands-on experience working with vinyl. Ages 12 and up.

Laser Cutting

Thursday, May 18, 1–2:30 p.m. / Flex Space 2

Learn to import a design file, add text and create simple shapes for engraving. Ages 12 and up.

Sewing

Thursday, May 25, 6–7:30 p.m.

Sewing and Quilting Room

Learn the basics of threading, operating and troubleshooting on sewing machines. Ages 12 and up.

MAKERPLACE TOUR

Saturday, May 27, 10:30–11:30 a.m.

Flex Space 1

Join staff on a guided tour through the many creative spaces in the Makerplace with time for Q&A with staff makers who will help inspire your first (or next) project.

Esl Jars Of Joy

Wednesday, May 10, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. / Creative Arts Area

Practice English while creating a fun craft that will bring joy into peoples’ lives. Open to all customers. Ages 12 and up.

MAKERPLACE MEETUP: FIBER CRAFTS

Thursday, May 11, 1–2:30 p.m.

Creative Arts Area

Meet up at the Makerplace and bring your knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross stitch or other stitching projects along and chat with your neighbors. Refreshments will be provided. Ages 18 and up.

GARDEN & PRODUCE SWAP

Sunday, May 28, 10 a.m.–noon / Makerplace

“INSPIRED BY” ART NIGHT

Wednesday, May 24, 6–7:30 p.m.

Creative Arts Area

Join us for an evening of creating art inspired by famous artists and art styles. Create a masterpiece and chat with your neighbors. Supplies provided by the library. Ages 18 and up. Arlington Heights cardholders only.

Have extra seeds, sprouts, cuttings and plants that you won’t use in your yard or garden? Want to save your extra fruits and vegetables from the garbage can? Bring them to the Makerplace between 10 a.m. and noon to share with neighbors and fellow gardeners. Swaps will be on the fourth Sunday of each month through September.

Laser Cut Jewelry

DESIGN IT (PART 1 OF 2)

Tuesday, May 16, 7–8:30 p.m. / Main Library 500 N. Dunton Ave., Training Center

Learn basic Illustrator skills to create custom jewelry shapes to be cut on the laser machines. The following week, at the Makerplace, learn jewelry-making techniques to turn your charms into earrings, necklaces and other decorative pieces. This is part one of a two-part class. By registering for part one, you will be automatically registered for part two.

MAKE IT (PART 2 OF 2)

Tuesday, May 23, 6–7:30 p.m. / Flex Space 2

Using your custom jewelry shapes made in Illustrator, turn your charms into earrings, necklaces and other decorative pieces. This is part two of a two-part class. By registering for part one, you will be automatically registered for part two.

Ages 12 and up and adults. Arlington Heights cardholders only.

Makerplace Culinary Classes

Arlington Heights library card required. Limit one culinary class every month, per cardholder.

Culinary program attendees are selected monthly through a lottery system. Register any time from May 2 at 9 a.m. to May 3 at 8:59 a.m. to join the lottery for a chance to attend. Individuals will be chosen at random and notified by email on May 3.

All classes take place in the Makerplace Kitchen, unless otherwise noted. Please note: The Makerplace Kitchen is not a nut-free, gluten-free or other allergy-free environment.

Spectacular Sushi

Saturday, May 6 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. or 2–3:30 p.m.

Learn how to make basic sushi with accessible ingredients in this class led by chef Jen Paleracio. For this hands-on class, you will be using cooked ingredients. No raw fish.

TWEEN CULINARY: BREAKFAST TREATS

Wednesday, May 10, 5:15–6:45 p.m.

Learn to make tasty breakfast treats for yourself or a special grown up in your life.

Grades 4–6. Register beginning May 2 (no lottery for this program).

Knife Skills

Wednesday, May 17, 6–7:30 p.m.

Join the Makerplace’s very own Chef Brian and slice and dice your way around the kitchen. Knives and ingredients will be provided.

NEW! “INSPIRED BY” COOKING NIGHT: THE RECIPES OF REE DRUMMOND

Thursday, May 18, 5:30–7:30 p.m.

New series: Cooking nights inspired by beloved chefs and their recipes. Enjoy a night devoted to The Pioneer Woman and her catalog of cookbooks. Try your hand at a selection of Drummond’s recipes and enjoy a tasting.

Seasoning With Salt

Saturday, May 20, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Emily Paster returns to the kitchen to teach you everything you always wanted to know about salt. Learn when and how to add salt when cooking, the differences between the many kinds of salt, and the science behind how salt transforms foods.

Chopping Chicken

Wednesday, May 24, 6–7:30 p.m.

Join Makerplace Chef Brian and learn how to break down a whole chicken into its parts and then prepare a delicious meal using some of those parts.

Tuesday-Thursday: 11 a.m.-8 p.m.

Saturday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sunday: noon-5 p.m.

Monday & Friday: Closed