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Convert your old VHS Tapes at the Library or at Home! Did you know you can easily convert your old VHS tapes in our MakerSpace? In our Digital Media Lab, you can bring your treasured memories and we can show you how to convert them into modern digital MP4 files. Then you can watch it… Read More

This summer, MakerSpace is providing you with some summer-themed trinkets and project kits. Stop by and pick up a kit today! Kits include: A laser-cut acrylic planter Grow something this summer with your own custom acrylic planter! Materials included: 2 laser cut long side slotted planter walls 2 laser cut short side planter walls 4… Read More

Hey Makers Mother’s Day is just around the corner and if you haven't ordered a gift yet it's time to get creative! Before you run out to buy a last-minute bouquet, consider making some felt forever flowers.  These continuous cut spiral flowers are a breeze to assemble and are even easier to customize. Make a… Read More

Pick up a Maker Kit at the Deerfield Winter Market this Saturday, December 4. Limited availability. Send pictures of your snowflakes and melted snowman slime to dgrube@deerfieldlibrary.org! In the kit, there will be: 1 acrylic snowflake suncatcher (backing film on one side must be pulled off) made with DPL’s MakerSpace Laser Cutter 1 piece of… Read More

What's been going on at the MakerSpace? Well, you've been keeping us busy with all of your great projects. From embroidering blankets to engraving canvases, we've definitely been buzzing here at the MakerSpace We also understand, many of you still have questions about the MakerSpace. So this month we are excited to offer a virtual… Read More

The past year has been one wild ride, with twists and turns coming from every direction, forcing us here in the MakerSpace as well as everyone else to find ways to adapt to the ever-changing situation of this pandemic. Fortunately, we're starting to see a light at the end of the tunnel. Earlier in the… Read More

Let's face it, you may or may not have a good deal of extra time in your schedule; so why not fill that time with something new and creative! The MakerSpace is now making videos covering different skills and techniques for various Maker-related software. With simplicity in mind, easy to follow videos will help you… Read More

MakerSpace services are available for remote and curbside use by Deerfield Public Library cardholders. You can now submit your projects for our laser engraver, embroidery machines, vinyl cutter, and large format printer using an online form. Our MakerSpace team will then work with you to coordinate dropping off or purchasing materials, remote virtual sessions, and… Read More

3D printing at the Deerfield Public Library's MakerSpace is back. We are now offering remote 3D printing services with contactless curbside pickup. Simply submit your print to us using our new online form, pay for your print online using a credit card, and then pick it up using our curbside pickup service. Our MakerSpace staff… Read More

We are excited to announce that the Grand Opening of MakerSpace will be Saturday, November 23 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.!  Drop-in during the grand opening for a tour of MakerSpace, located on the main floor near the media section. Staff will be on hand for demonstrations and to answer questions about the space and equipment.… Read More