Posted in News on March 2, 2020 at 9:30 am
THE LAB AT NORTH SPOKANE We are accepting applications for four Resident Artists, one for each month from October 2020 to January 2021. Are you a visual artist, quilter, baker, cake decorator, or other artist, artisan, or hobbyist? We are looking for people with skills, abilities, and expertise that translate into mediums that are visually […]
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Posted in Explore and Discover on February 5, 2020 at 6:00 am
By Abra Cole If you’ve visited the North Spokane Library recently, you may have noticed the scent of burning wood. Or, maybe you’ve noticed machine that is over 3 feet wide and 1 1/2 feet deep back in The Lab doing… something. That’s the District’s Glowforge 3D laser printer. And it is my newest favorite […]
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Posted in News on June 4, 2019 at 6:00 am
All summer long we’re exploring the planets and stars at the library during A Universe of Stories. For kids and families, the Traveling Lantern Theatre Company, The Zaniac, and Mobius Science Center all present programs to delight all. Along with these entertaining and educational programs, we have STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math […]
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Posted in News on May 23, 2019 at 6:00 am
We’re delighted to announce a new 3D printing class using the Glowforge printer at The Lab at North Spokane Library. For 3D printing enthusiasts, Glowforge brings a new method for creation. Those familiar with our 3D printing services and drop-in hours at Spokane Valley Library know all about our Ultimaker 2+ printer and the way […]
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Posted in News on December 13, 2018 at 6:00 am
By Erin Dodge In January, we are lucky to host Creator-in-Residence Hannah Charlton at The Lab at North Spokane Library. Hannah studied art, graphic design, and history at Whitworth University and found the perfect intersection of the three areas of study in medieval manuscript illumination. You may be wondering a bit about what an illuminated […]
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Posted in News on November 20, 2018 at 6:00 am
By Erin Dodge I’ve made a few cakes and cupcakes for birthday parties over the years, usually from a box mix and a tub of frosting. Inevitably, my cake turns out lopsided, my cupcakes are dry, and the frosting is half-melting off the side. I realize that the last one happens because I start baking […]
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Posted in Explore and Discover, News on October 23, 2018 at 6:00 am
By Erin Dodge This November, we are lucky to have jewelry maker Sondra Barrington as our Creator in Residence at The Lab at North Spokane Library. While in residence, Sondra will be creating a series of mixed-media statement necklaces. As you can see from just the few examples pictured, the pieces she creates are beautiful. […]
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Posted in Explore and Discover, News on September 20, 2018 at 6:00 am
by Erin Dodge Artist Timothy Ely is our creator in residence at The Lab at North Spokane Library in October. He makes unique, lavishly painted and drawn manuscript books and limited edition prints. And lavish is not an exaggeration. You’ll find images of some of his manuscript books, which are works of art, at […]
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Posted in News on September 6, 2018 at 6:00 am
Five local creators in residence will be working and leading workshops at The Lab at North Spokane Library from September through January. You are encouraged to stop by each month and have a conversation about the creator’s process, the creative work currently being made, and the type of creation in general while the creator works. […]
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Posted in News on June 6, 2018 at 6:00 am
Weave new sewing projects into your life at our classes taught by instructors from local shop, Sew Uniquely You! You can also practice on our sewing machines (model: Elna eXplore 320), available during drop-in hours. Sewing at The Lab: Drop-in Hours Jun 23–Aug 11 Wednesdays, 6–8pm (closed July 4) Saturdays, 10am–1pm SEWING CLASSES AT THE […]
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