Get creative! Stop by the Makerspace during open hours to make the monthly drop-in project! All materials and instructions are provided for this self-guided activity. A new project is featured every month and no registration is required.
Heads up! The Drop-in Project won't be available during scheduled programs. To allow for setup and takedown, the Makerspace will also be closed 30 minutes before and after each program.
Plan ahead! Check our Calendar of Events for program times or call us at 847-458-6060 option 7 to confirm Drop-in Project availability.
Safety First! Drop-in projects are for ages 14 and up. Visitors under 14 must be accompanied and closely supervised by an adult or responsible caregiver throughout their visit.
February Drop-In: Eucalyptus Shower Melts
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 […]
January Drop-In: Upcycled Cards
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 […]
December Drop-In Special RETURNS: New Project Every Week!
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 […]
November Drop-In: Autumn Garland
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!
October Drop-In: Spiderweb Hoop
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 […]