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This event is in the "Adults" group.

Open Makerspace

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Adults
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Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art / Craft, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Stop by to work on personalized gifts. We won't be teaching any new skills, but supplies will be available for sublimation printing and other crafts.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art / Craft, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Make personalized gifts for the holidays. Learn how to make personalized designs in Canva, then print them on a mug, ornament, tote bag, or tumbler.

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Masks are encouraged

Masks are strongly encouraged at all indoor library programs. Masks are available on your way in if you need one. We respect each person’s right to decide what is best for themselves and their family, and we ask everyone to treat their fellow attendees with kindness and respect for the choices they make.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Open Makerspace

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art / Craft, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Stop by to work on personalized gifts. We won't be teaching any new skills, but supplies will be available for sublimation printing and other crafts.

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Vernon Area Public Library
Description:

The library is closed and will reopen December 26.

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Vernon Area Public Library
Description:

The library is closed and will reopen December 26.

Branches:
Vernon Area Public Library
Description:

The library is closed for the holiday and will reopen January 2.

CLOSED - New Years Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Vernon Area Public Library
Description:

The library is closed on January 1 and will reopen on January 2.

This event is in the "Elementary" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Grades 3-5. Learn how to code by navigating Ozobot Blockly through a maze. Watch out for traps and tricks! 

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Children attend on their own

Children attend this program independently. If your child is under age 10, you must remain in the library.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Grades 6-8. Learn how to code by navigating Ozobot Blockly through a maze. Watch out for traps and tricks! 

Disclaimer(s)

Children attend on their own

Children attend this program independently. If your child is under age 10, you must remain in the library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art / Craft, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Create a decorative ceramic tile using alcohol inks. The transparent inks are a fun way to layer and create organic forms and flowers.

Disclaimer(s)

Masks are encouraged

Masks are strongly encouraged at all indoor library programs. Masks are available on your way in if you need one. We respect each person’s right to decide what is best for themselves and their family, and we ask everyone to treat their fellow attendees with kindness and respect for the choices they make.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Restoring Photos with GIMP

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

GIMP is a free, open-source alternative to Photoshop. This class covers:

Disclaimer(s)

Masks are encouraged

Masks are strongly encouraged at all indoor library programs. Masks are available on your way in if you need one. We respect each person’s right to decide what is best for themselves and their family, and we ask everyone to treat their fellow attendees with kindness and respect for the choices they make.

Technology Training Resources

The library subscribes to services that offer courses in software, creative, and business skills. Click here to learn more.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

3D Printing Part 1: Basics

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

This is part 1 of a 3-part series. Sign up for each session separately.

Learn how to use the free design software TinkerCAD to create your own 3D Prints. This class covers: 

Disclaimer(s)

Technology Training Resources

The library subscribes to services that offer courses in software, creative, and business skills. Click here to learn more.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Open Makerspace

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art / Craft, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Stop by to work on personalized gifts. We won't be teaching any new skills, but supplies will be available for sublimation printing and other crafts.

This event is free and open to ages 18 & up. Sign-up is required.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

This is part 2 of a 3-part series. Sign up for each session separately.

Disclaimer(s)

Technology Training Resources

The library subscribes to services that offer courses in software, creative, and business skills. Click here to learn more.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

3D Printing Part 3: Moving Parts

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

This is part 3 of a 3-part series. Sign up for each session separately.

Disclaimer(s)

Technology Training Resources

The library subscribes to services that offer courses in software, creative, and business skills. Click here to learn more.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Explore computer settings and learn the basics of how to use a computer to stay informed or accomplish everyday tasks. There will be plenty of time for questions during the class.

Disclaimer(s)

Technology Training Resources

The library subscribes to services that offer courses in software, creative, and business skills. Click here to learn more.

This event is in the "Elementary" group.

TinkerCAD: CodeBlocks (4:30 pm)

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Elementary
Registration
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: STEM, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Grades 3-5. Learn how to make a 3D rendered object with some new tools and your imagination. Register for one session only.

This event is in the "Elementary" group.

TinkerCAD: CodeBlocks (7 pm)

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Elementary
Registration
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: STEM, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Grades 3-5. Learn how to make a 3D rendered object with some new tools and your imagination. Register for one session only.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art / Craft, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Make layered and multi-dimensional Valentine's Day cards using the library's die-cuts. All supplies provided.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Intro to AI (1 pm)

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Grades 5-8. Work with Teachable Machine and Scratch to train image recognition AI and implement it in a game. Learn about other types of AI and an intro to AI ethics with coder Evy Chan.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Intro to AI (3 pm)

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Grades 5-8. Work with Teachable Machine and Scratch to train image recognition AI and implement it in a game. Learn about other types of AI and an intro to AI ethics with coder Evy Chan.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Staying Safe While Using AI

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Learn how to stay safe while using chatbots such as ChatGPT. We'll cover misinformation, privacy, and copyright issues. Then, we'll discuss options for different chatbots and practice using one. This class covers:

Disclaimer(s)

Technology Training Resources

The library subscribes to services that offer courses in software, creative, and business skills. Click here to learn more.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Gmail Basics

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Learn to create a free Gmail email account and use its features to send, receive, and organize email messages.

This class covers:

Disclaimer(s)

Technology Training Resources

The library subscribes to services that offer courses in software, creative, and business skills. Click here to learn more.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Open Makerspace

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Vernon Area Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art / Craft, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Stop by to work on personalized gifts. We won't be teaching any new skills, but supplies will be available for sublimation printing and other crafts.