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Basics of 3D Printing & TinkerCAD
Wednesday, May 14
2:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library
TechZoneJoin us for a hands-on class to learn to use the 3D printer at the TechZone. Learn about 3D printing and TinkerCAD basics. Registration begins April 21.
The TechZone 3D Printer can print PLA parts or prototypes. The trainer will demonstrate an introduction to TinkerCAD, a 3D design, and how to use the TechZone 3D Printer.
Classes:
- Intro to 3D printing: Learn the basics of how 3D printing works | Monday, May 12 | 2-3:30 pm
- TinkerCAD 101: Learn the basics of TinkerCAD (a 3D designing software) |Tuesday, May 13| 2-3:30 pm
- TinkerCAD 102: Build on the basics learned in TinkerCAD 101 | Wednesday, May 14 | 2-3:30 pm
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | STEM & STEAM | Maker & DIY | Computers & Technology | Art & Crafts |
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Drive-up Window closes fifteen minutes before the building closes for the day.
Main Library, located in the heart of downtown Akron, combines compelling public space with meaningful and relevant public library services for all members of our community. Since opening in 2004, the downtown library welcomes more than one million visitors each year.
Subject divisions include: Business, Government & Science, Culture & AV, Magazines & Newspapers, Special Collections (local history & genealogy), TechZone@Main, Teen, and a 12,000 square feet Children's Library.
Special services available at Main Library include: a Patent & Trademark Resource Center; U.S. Passport and Notary services; a Microbusiness Center; a Maker Space; a resource lab for early childhood educators; and regularly scheduled computer training classes. Also available at Main Library are more than 125 public access computers, color photocopiers/printers, laminating, scanning, faxing, and free Wi-Fi.
Specialized spaces include a 425-seat auditorium, public meeting rooms, and a used bookstore. An interior glass block walkway leads to a 600-space parking garage owned by the City of Akron. An outdoor amphitheater and landscaped park complete the complex.