Try coding, sewing, quilting, 3D printing and more in these stress-free events designed to spark creativity and fun for a variety of ages.
Code Club
Join us on the first Tuesday each month to meet with other coders, work on projects and learn new tricks in computer programming. Registration required. For youth ages 8–16.
Farmington
Tuesday, Nov. 4, 3:30–4:30 p.m. Registration begins Oct. 7.
Tuesday, Dec. 2. 3:30–4:30 p.m. Registration begins Nov. 4.
Tuesday, Jan. 6, 3:30–4:30 p.m. Registrations begin Dec. 9.
Tuesday, Feb. 3, 3:30–4:30 p.m. Registrations begin Jan. 6.
3D Print a Phone Stand
Learn how to create models for 3D printing using the free 3D modeling program Tinkercad. This month, participants will design a custom phone stand. These models may be printed later using a 3D printer in any Dakota County Library iLAB. This program has a limited capacity and is open to the first 10 attendees. For adults.
Wescott
Tuesday, Dec. 9, 6–7:30 p.m.
DIY: Open Sewing and Needlework Studio
Bring your own sewing, knitting, crocheting or other needlework projects for help from our staff expert to learn something new or just to visit with friends while you work. Sewing machines, knitting needles and other tools will be available. Registration required. For adults and youth ages 12 and older.
Farmington
Thursday, Dec. 11, 2–5 p.m. Registrations begin Nov. 13.
Thursday, Jan. 22, 2–5 p.m. Registrations begin Dec. 26.
DIY: Baby Felt Animals
Create a whimsical stuffed animal and practice hand sewing and machine sewing skills. Registration required. For teens ages 12 and up.
Farmington
Friday, Jan. 2, 1:30–4:30 p.m. Registrations begin Dec. 5.
3D Print Jewelry
Learn how to create models for 3D printing using the free 3D modeling program Tinkercad. This month, participants will design a custom piece of jewelry. These models may be printed later using a 3D printer in any Dakota County Library iLAB. This program has a limited capacity and is open to the first 10 attendees. For adults.
Wescott
Tuesday, Jan. 13, 6–7:30 p.m.
DIY: Lounge Pants
Sew your own pair of casual lounge or pajama pants in this hands-on class designed for beginning sewists. Supply list will be emailed ahead of class. Registration required. For adults.
Farmington
Saturday, Feb. 7, 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Registrations begin Jan. 10.
Design a Card
Learn how to design and cut out custom cards using a Silhouette Cameo. Registration required. For adults.
Wescott
Tuesday, Feb. 10, 6–7:30 p.m. Registration begins Jan. 13.