When you think about libraries, is your first thought … 3D printers?
If it is, chances are that you’ve already visited one of several Wellington County Library branches with a 3D printer on site.
3D printing has many applications in the world today in fields such as engineering, automotive manufacturing, aviation and health care. Any industry that relies on customized parts can benefit from the technology.
While you won’t be able to make parts for cars or airplanes on our 3D printers, you will be able to learn about the technology and create your own custom project.
Whether you already have a project in mind, or you’re just curious about the technology, you can check out our Cubicon Single Plus printers available at the Mount Forest, Palmerston or Drayton branches. Visit wellington.ca/LibraryCalendar to sign up for one of our upcoming 3D Printing programs or contact one of the above branches to book an appointment with a staff member.
ARTHUR BRANCH
(519-848-3999)
Cocoa Club (Tweens)
Enjoy being read a book out loud to you while creating adorable pom-pom penguins. Please register.
Nov. 5, 4 to 5pm
Craft and Create (Adults, Teens)
Learn to create miniature books and build your own shelf of the best books you read in 2024. Perfect to keep a record of all your favorite reads in a fraction of the space. All supplies will be provided, all you need is a list of your favorite titles. Please register.
Nov. 9, 1 to 2pm
CLIFFORD BRANCH
(519-327-8328)
Paws 4 Stories (Kids)
Readers are encouraged to build new skills and gain confidence by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog. Please register.
Nov. 2, 11am to 1pm
Carnegie Café: Writing Tips and Tricks (Adults)
Join us for National Novel Writing Month as we talk about ways to get your writing on the page and to the masses. We will discuss online resources as well as a starting point for a variety of writing career avenues you can take from novelist to journalist to critic. Please register.
Nov. 13, 6 to 7pm
DRAYTON BRANCH
(519-638-3788)
3D Printing Design Basics (Ages 10+)
Expand upon your existing 3D print knowledge with this next step. We will introduce CAD software and get you started on designing your own prints. Participants should have some previous experience using the 3D printer. Please register.
Nov. 2, 12 to 2pm
Paws 4 Stories (Kids)
Readers are encouraged to build new skills and gain confidence by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog. Please register.
Nov. 29, 2:30 to 4:30pm
HARRISTON BRANCH
(519-338-2396)
Evergreen Decorations
Join us for our annual evergreen decorating program in partnership with the Horticultural Society. Please register.
Nov. 29, 10:30 to 11:30am (Kids)
Nov. 30, 10:30 to 11:30am (Adults)
MOUNT FOREST BRANCH
( 519-323-4541)
Hooks and Needles (Adults)
Drop in and join other members of the community for friendly conversation while you work on your fibre arts. Don’t knit, sew, or crochet? Bring another craft you are working on or use our colouring supplies! Drop in.
Thursdays, 2 to 3pm
PA Day: Craft Faire Extraordinaire (All Ages)
No school? No problem! Stop by for some crafty fun. We will be designing and creating bookmarks and buttons with recycled materials. Registration is preferred but drop-ins are welcomed.
Nov. 29, 11am to 12pm
PALMERSTON BRANCH
(519-343-2142)
Light Up the Park (All Ages)
Stop by the Library after the lighting of the park for activities and crafts!
Nov. 15, 6 to 8pm
Intro to 3D Printing (All Ages)
Dive into the basics of 3D printing. This will include a printer orientation, software basics and transferring print files. Leave this program with the skills required to start your first 3D print. Please register.
Nov. 26, 6 to 7pm
June 18, 4 to 5pm
