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February Drop-In: Eucalyptus Shower Melts

February 1, 2025 Drop-In, Makerspace News

Transform your shower into a spa with this month’s drop-in project! Combine various ingredients with eucalyptus leaves and essential oils, place them into a mold, and bring them home to enjoy the therapeutic benefits of soothing shower melts whenever the […]

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January Drop-In: Upcycled Cards

January 2, 2025 Drop-In, Makerspace News

Start your New Year right by getting crafty in the Makerspace! Instead of searching for the perfect card to buy, why not create your own! Drop in and design two beautiful birthday cards using the Sizzix die-cutting machine and cardstock […]

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December Drop-In Special RETURNS: New Project Every Week!

November 30, 2024 Drop-In, Makerspace News

The weekly drop-in is back for the month of December! The Makerspace has developed four projects that are perfect for this holiday season. Check our schedule below, and remember: the Makerspace is closed on Mondays, and the library is closed […]

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November Drop-In: Autumn Garland

November 1, 2024 Drop-In, Makerspace News

Your November Drop-In is here! This pumpkin and leaf garland can be a delightful addition to your fall or Thanksgiving display. Stay tuned for December’s weekly drop-in special where we will have FOUR projects throughout the month!  

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October Drop-In: Spiderweb Hoop

October 1, 2024 Drop-In, Makerspace News

It’s time to celebrate the spookiest time of year with a new Drop-In project. Stop by during the entire month of October to make an adorably eerie spiderweb with an embroidery hoop, pom-pom trim, and lace. It is a perfect […]

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September Drop-In: Lotion Bars

September 3, 2024 Drop-In, Makerspace News

For this month’s drop-in, we are trying something new! Using a double boiler (CAUTION: VERY HOT!),  you’ll melt several ingredients, pour them into flower-shaped molds, and create your own nourishing lotion bars. Bonus: They smell like chocolate! Hope to see […]

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August Drop-In: Fabric Sunflower

August 1, 2024 Drop-In, Makerspace News

Our Summer Drop-In Special has come to an end, and we’d like to thank everyone who participated! Now, it’s time to go back to our regularly scheduled drop-in project. Celebrate the final month of summer with this delightful sunflower decoration. […]

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July Drop-In Part 2: Mini Faux Succulent Planters

July 17, 2024 Drop-In, Makerspace News

Our Summer Drop-In Special has reached its final stage! Take a trip to the Makerspace before the end of July to upcycle large plastic eggs into a few succulent planters. This craft will be available from July 17th – July 31st! […]

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July Drop-In Part 1: Read Among the Stars Art

July 2, 2024 Drop-In, Makerspace News

Our Summer Drop-In Special continues! Stop by the Makerspace during the first half of July to create a piece of art that twinkles like the stars. This craft will be available from July 2nd – July 16th! And remember, the Makerspace […]

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June Drop-In Part 2: DIY Hand Soap

June 16, 2024 Drop-In, Makerspace News

Our Summer Drop-In Special Continues! Drop by the Makerspace until the end of June to make your own hand soap using simple and natural ingredients. This craft will be available from June 16th – June 30th! And remember, the Makerspace is […]

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Monday         CLOSED
Tuesday         10am-8pm
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Saturday        10am-4pm (CLOSED 12pm-12:30pm)

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2600 Harnish Drive
Algonquin, IL 60102
847-458-6060

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115 Eastgate Drive
Algonquin, IL 60102
847-658-4343

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Sun: 12pm - 5pm