Featured Upcoming Events
Nov 28
5:00pm
Land O'Lakes
Nov 29
10:00am
Land O'Lakes
This program is intended for adults and teens who have previous handwork experience. This is a time to bring your own project and meet with others who enjoy handwork: crocheting, knitting, counted cross stitch, hand sewing, etc. Our volunteer, Margarita, will be available to assist with crochet projects. Registration is not required. All Makerspace programs require closed toe shoes and completed Foundry Waiver and Safety Playbook forms. These forms are available at the Service Desk or can be read and printed from our websitehttps://www.pascolibraries.org/makerspaces/the-foundry/
Nov 29
3:00pm
Land O'Lakes
This activity is intended for ages 18 years & older or ages 9 years & older with an accompanying parent or guardian. Participants will be able to work on their own projects related to sewing, weaving, knitting, crocheting, die cut paper, etc. In general, participants will need to bring their own materials. We can help with repairs or assist with new projects. At this time we have materials available to make a bowl cozy, corner fabric bookmarks, woven potholders, etc. A volunteer or staff person will be available to assist with sewing machines. All Makerspace activities require registration, closed-toe shoes, and completed Foundry Waiver & Safety Playbook forms. These can be acquired at the Service Desk or read and printed from our website.https://www.pascolibraries.org/makerspaces/the-foundry/
Nov 30
10:00am
Land O'Lakes
This program is intended for ages 18 years and older (or youth age 9 years+ with an accompanying guardian). Open Build is an opportunity to use our tools to work on your approved project. Volunteers or staff will be on hand to assist. Bring your own plans and materials. For those who have previous lathe experience materials are available to make a rolling pin. All Makerspace activities require closed toe shoes and completed Foundry Waiver & Safety Playbook forms. These can be acquired at the Service Desk or online at https://www.pascolibraries.org/makerspaces/the-foundry/Minors' forms must be completed by a parent/guardian. Please review and comply with all safety protocols.
Foundry
The Foundry offers classes each month related to woodworking, sewing, jewelry making, etc. The makerspace provides sewing machines, crafting items, tools, and much more!
Using the Foundry
- Patrons have the option of using the Foundry in one of two ways.
- Those patrons already familiar or trained on the equipment can sign up for an Open Build appointment to work on their own projects using their own materials. A volunteer or staff member is present to assist with questions. Appointments are available on our calendar.
- Patrons can also sign up in advance for a class taught by an instructor. All materials are provided during our classes.
- Please note a signed liability waiver is required for any activity in the Foundry makerspace.
Age Requirements
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The Foundry may be used by patrons 9 years and older. Certain equipment and classes are limited to ages 18 years and older.
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A library staff member or volunteer will be present at all times when The Foundry is in use.
Foundry Waiver and Playbook
- Pasco County Liability Waiver and Permission Form: This waiver must be consented to, and signed by the participant - and parent/guardian if applicable - before use of space is permitted.
- Maker Safety Playbook: This playbook must be consented to, and signed by the participant - and parent/guardian if applicable - before use of space is permitted.
Volunteering
- Interested in becoming a Makerspace Volunteer?
- Check out our Library Volunteers page ~ with teen and adult applications, and more!
- Band Saw
- Bench Grinder
- Button Maker
- Coping Saw
- Drills/Drivers
- Die Cut Press
- Engraver
- Hand Tools
- Hot Glue Guns
- Jewelry Making Tools
- Kumihimo Discs
- Lathes
- Mortising Machine
- Planer
- Rotary Cutters & Mats
- Router
- Sabre Saw
- Sanders
- Scroll Saws
- Sewing Machines
- Weaving Looms
- Wood Burning Kits
- Wood Carving Kits
Location
Land O’ Lakes Library
Land O’ Lakes, FL 34639
Contact the library at (813) 929-1214 to learn more about the Foundry.
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