Explore the basics of 3D printing and journey through the process of digital design to finished printed project using TinkerCAD and the Studio's Prusa Printers.
Get a taste of 3D printing by making your own mini Jack-O'-Lantern! Come to the Studio at Pontiac to learn about designing 3D Models on TinkerCAD Software, using 3D Slicer Software, and printing on a 3D printer. Participants will create a custom Jack-O'-Lantern online in TinkerCAD, and the be able to print it out on the Studio's 3D printer. Each Jack-O'-Lantern will also have a battery-operated tea light that will be inserted into the project after printing. Familiarity with computers is highly recommended. Limited to 9 participants.
This program was designed for 2nd grade and up, but younger children may attend if an adult/guardian/caregiver is present to assist them throughout the program. Each child in sixth grade or younger attending the program must be directly supervised and assisted by a responsible caregiver while in the Studio. Most ACPL programs welcome guests, however the Studio programs can only accommodate registered patrons and their supervising caregivers.
Space is limited: register in advance to reserve your spot and receive reminders. Registration will guarantee your seat until the event begins.
Accessibility needs? Please contact ask@acpl.info as soon as possible - we’d love to help.
AGE GROUP: | All Ages | Adults | 9th-12th Grade | 7th-8th Grade | 4th-6th Grade | K-3rd grade |
EVENT TYPE: | STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) |
TAGS: | the studios | the studio | studios | studio | maker labs | maker lab | Maker | maker |
Pontiac Branch shares a campus with the Fort Wayne Urban League and Brightpoint’s Hanna Creighton Head Start. It has a 2 story playscape for children and artwork on the pillars by Theoplis Smith. Don’t miss the stained glass window that was designed by William L. Lupkin Designs and donated by the building’s architect, Alan R.Grinsfelder. The Pontiac Branch is a community destination for neighborhood kids, organizations & clubs, and those in need of computer access.
