Don't miss our next TEC Lab: Laser engraving wooden spoons (and more) (Nov. 9)

 

TEC Lab: Laser engraving wooden spoons (and more)

Wednesday, Nov. 9th, 11:00am-1:00pm
Join us in the TEC Lab (GRD 125) as we use our laser engravers to make custom spoons and more! We'll demonstrate how our two laser cutter/engravers can add text and images to wood, acrylic, and other materials.  

Don't miss our next TEC Lab: 80s Photos with the Green Screen! (Oct. 4)

 

TEC Lab: 80s Photos with the Green Screen and Basic Photo Editing.
Tuesday, Oct. 4th, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Stop by the TEC Lab (GRD 125 in the Gardner-Harvey Library) and the One-Button Studio to go back in time with us, as we do our own 80’s photoshoot! 

We'll demonstrate using the green screen and basic photo editing for any of your image creation needs!

TEC Lab Workshop: Make Personalized Holiday Ornaments (Dec. 1)

Looking for a little something special to decorate your holidays, or to give as a gift?  Come to the TEC Lab Makerspace on Wednesday, December 1 from 1:00pm to 2:00pm.  

We'll be using the laser cutter to create wooden and acrylic ornaments, engraving names, messages, and more on them.  We'll also have clear, empty ornaments on hand for you to fill or decorate, and more fun ways to make things.

Are ornaments not your thing? Well, the same technology can be used to engrave a wooden or acrylic item for other purposes.  Come try it out!

Sign up today to hold your spot - we may need to limit attendance based on demand. We'll be in touch to confirm your reservation.

Can't make it on the 1st?  Use this calendar to make an appointment to work with us on another day that week. 

Enjoy this free creative experience as we reach the end of the semester - and take home a marvelous creation!

Everyone is welcome - join us in Room 125 Gardner-Harvey Library.

Holograms and Lasers at the TEC Lab Makerspace! (Oct. 6)

Join us on Wednesday, October 6th for our TEC Lab workshop on holograms and lasers! You may stop in any time between 11am and 1pm, or between 4pm and 6pm to learn how to make items.

Check out our TEC Lab and all the equipment available to use. We will have materials and guidance ready for you to make items to take with you.  We'll show a way to record a video and then convert it into a hologram you can project from your phone.  We'll also show how you can engrave an image onto wood, clear plastic, or a coaster.

This workshop is free and open to the public.

The event will be held in the TEC Lab makerspace (Room 125) at the Gardner-Harvey Library on the MIddletown campus.

Add this event to your Google Calendar!

TEC Tuesday Online! Phone Holograms

Did you know that you could make a video that looks like a hologram.  Did you know that you could project this video (and lots of other holograms from YouTube) from your phone?

The TEC Lab is moving online this semester to bring exciting making projects to you on the first Tuesday of each month.

On Tuesday October 6, 2020, we will post a video and instructions on easily creating hologram videos and also creating a viewer that brings your hologram into the world to amaze everyone.  In addition, if you need any supplies for the project, we'll make them available for you to pick up from the library.

See the TEC Lab Makerspace: Workshops page for more details (posted on the 6th)!

"Hologram" by m_hweldon is licensed under CC BY 2.0

Dr. Tammie Gerke’s National Park Talks: Mt. Rainier National Park

Join us as Dr. Gerke talks about Mt. Rainier National Park. She will discuss the geology and other interesting information about the park.

This session will run Wednesday, September 23rd from 4:45pm to 6:15pm with time for questions and discussion. The event will be held as a free online meeting.  Add this event to your Google calendar!  

When it is time for the event, use the link below to join the presentation:

Join Zoom Meeting
https://miamioh.zoom.us/j/6116411070

All are welcome to attend.

The above image was provided through a Creative Commons CC-BY-2.0 license by Des Runyan.

Sublimation Printing in the TEC Lab Makerspace!

April 7 | 11:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M.

Room 125 Gardner-Harvey Library

Middletown Campus

 Add this event to your Google Calendar.

Stop by the TEC Lab in the Gardner-Harvey Library to learn about sublimation printing. From mugs to shirts, sublimation printing can create high quality custom items. Participants can create their own item using this special ink printing technique while learning about the process and the types of items this method can be used with. Limited to 1 blank item per person. Additional sublimation blanks can be purchased at minimal cost. 

Open House at the TEC Lab Makerspace!

Tuesday, February 4  •  11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Gardner-Harvey Library

Middletown campus

Need a Valentine’s Day gift for someone special? The Library TEC Lab can help. 

Join us in the library makerspace to try your hand at woodburning or laser engraving your beloved’s name on a wooden heart, making a duct-tape rose, creating a special card or even a piece of jewelry! 

There will be an opportunity to sign the user agreement to operate the TEC Lab independently. Free event. No RSVP needed.  Add this event to your Google Calendar!

TEC Tuesday: Make a Gift!

On this TEC Tuesday, make jewelry, custom cups, and so much more. Learn more about our TEC Lab while making some awesome gifts for you or someone you know.

This workshop is free and open to the public. 

Join us on December 3 at anytime between 11am-1pm in the TEC Lab makerspace (Room 125) at Gardner-Harvey Library.

"January/February 2017"by Multnomah County Library is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 2.0

TEC Tuesday: Meet the laser engraver and cutter!

For this TEC Tuesday workshop, participants will learn how to use the laser cutter to cut shapes and engrave designs in wood, plastic, stamps, metal, fabric and more!   

Participants will be able to use their new knowledge to choose a design or image to cut and take home!  Engrave a photo!  Cut out a cool shape!  We hope you'll enjoy this experience and return to create other personalized items (stamps, engraved rolling pins, puzzles, etc.).

This workshop is free and open to the public. 

Join us on November 5 at anytime between 11am-1pm in the TEC Lab makerspace (Room 125) at Gardner-Harvey Library.

"Aaaaargh! Nautically Themed Laser Cut Scrabble" by Mark Simmons is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

TEC Tuesday: Make a personalized tote bag with our heat press!

For this TEC Tuesday workshop, participants will learn how to design and cut their own heat transfer vinyl designs with the Cameo Silhouette, and then get hands-on experience with a heat press.

Participants will be able to use their new knowledge to design their own tote bag.  We hope you'll enjoy this experience and return to create other personalized items (t-shirts, bags, etc.).

This workshop is free and open to the public.

Join us on October 1 at anytime between 11am-1pm in the TEC Lab makerspace (Room 125) at Gardner-Harvey Library.

The above image was provided through a Creative Commons CC-BY-2.0 license by Jelene Morris.

How to TEC: Basic Wiring, How to 3D Print

For this First Wednesday TEC Lab Workshop, how to wire a basic light as well as gain information on 3D printing. Participants will be able to use their knowledge to design their own 3D printed light.

This workshop is free and open to the public.

Join us on May 1 at anytime between 11am-1pm & 6pm-8pm in the TEC Lab (Room 125) at Gardner-Harvey Library.

Remember, if you attend two or more of our library events in Spring 2019, you will be entered in a drawing for a Kindle Fire tablet.

How to TEC: Basic Wiring, How to 3D Print

For this First Wednesday TEC Lab Workshop, how to wire a basic light as well as gain information on 3D printing. Participants will be able to use their knowledge to design their own 3D printed light.

This workshop is free and open to the public.

Join us on May 1 at anytime between 11am-1pm & 6pm-8pm in the TEC Lab (Room 125) at Gardner-Harvey Library.

Remember, if you attend two or more of our library events in Spring 2019, you will be entered in a drawing for a Kindle Fire tablet.

TEC Lab Guest Maker: Dr. Carolyn Keiffer (Succulents and Bird House planters)

Join us on Tuesday, April 16 between 3:30pm and 4:30pm to build a small bird house planter and add succulents to it. This workshop will be led by Dr. Carolyn Keiffer, a Biology professor at Miami University Middletown who specializes in botany.

Dr. Keiffer will be offering her knowledge of plants to participants as they create the bird houses.

Stop in the TEC Lab (Room 125 GRD) at any time during the workshop hours. This workshop is free and open to the public.

Remember, if you attend two or more of our library events in Spring 2019, you will be entered in a drawing for a Kindle Fire tablet.

VolunTEC Lab: Pet Beds (make them for yourself and others)

For our final VolunTEC Lab of the semester, participants will be making no-sew pet beds which will be donated to PAWS no kill shelter. Participants are welcome to make one to take and one to donate.

The program will run on Tuesday, April 9, between 11am and 1pm in Hawk Haven on the main floor of Johnston Hall.

Remember, if you attend two or more of our library events in Spring 2019, you will be entered in a drawing for a Kindle Fire tablet.

How to TEC: Use a Laser to Engrave and Make a Stamp

For this First Wednesday TEC Lab Workshop, participants will be learning the basics of using a laser engraver. Participants will be able to use their knowledge to design their own rubber stamp. 

This workshop is free and open to the public. 

Join us on April 3 at anytime between 11am-1pm & 6pm-8pm in the TEC Lab (Room 125) at Gardner-Harvey Library.

Remember, if you attend two or more of our library events in Spring 2019, you will be entered in a drawing for a Kindle Fire tablet.

TEC Lab Guest Maker: Dr. Gerke teaches you how to mend clothes

Join us in the Gardner Harvey Library TEC Lab (GRD 125) on Tuesday, March 19, to learn about basic sewing and mending techniques by Miami’s very own Geology Professor Tammie Gerke.

The program will run from 12pm-1pm covering the basics so that next time you need to add a button or stitch a hole in your shirt, you will have the skills to save your clothing!

If you would like to learn specific techniques, Dr. Gerke has sweet skills with hand sewing as well as sewing machines she would love to share. Bring an item you would like to repair, or stop in and we will have sample pieces to work with.

Remember, if you attend two or more of our library events in Spring 2019, you will be entered in a drawing for a Kindle Fire tablet.

VolunTEC Lab: Grip Socks (make them for yourself and others)

For our second VolunTEC Lab of the semester, we will be making  grip socks for local cancer center patients. Participants can add fun designs or words of encouragement to socks so patients can stay warm and safe from slips.

Pairs of grip socks can be made to keep, donate, or both!

The program will run on Tuesday, March 12, between 11am and 1pm in Hawk Haven on the main floor of Johnston Hall.

Remember, if you attend two or more of our library events in Spring 2019, you will be entered in a drawing for a Kindle Fire tablet.

How to TEC: Use a Laser to Engrave, Learn Simple Wiring

For this First Wednesday TEC Lab Workshop, participants will be learning the basics of using a laser engraver as well as simple wiring for lights. Participants will be able to use their knowledge to design their own hologram desk light.

This workshop is free and open to the public. 

Join us on March 6 at anytime between 11am-1pm & 6pm-8pm in the TEC Lab (Room 125) at Gardner-Harvey Library.

Remember, if you attend two or more of our library events in Spring 2019, you will be entered in a drawing for a Kindle Fire tablet.

VolunTEC Lab: Scarves (make them for yourself and others)

For the first VolunTEC Lab of the semester we will be creating no-sew scarves for kids!

As always, you can make one to give and make one to take.

Completed scarves will be donated to local schools for kids in need.   

The program will run on Wednesday, February 13, between 11am and 1pm in Hawk Haven on the main floor of Johnston Hall.