• Read more about Papel Picado Workshop

In celebration of Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month and Día de los Muertos, the ASU Library’s Community-Driven Archives Initiative is hosting a Papel Picado Workshop! Join us on Thursday, Oct. 12 from 2 to 5 p.m. at Hayden Library, room C55.

Papel picado is perforated or cut paper and is traditional folk art in Mexico that is often used in banners and altars for Día de los Muertos.

All supplies will be provided for this crafting activity. No prior knowledge of making papel picado needed, and all are welcome!

• Read more about Wilderness Witching Hour: Dark Nature Narratives

Come to Naturespace at Hayden Library to step into the shadows of the wild and uncover the eerie tales that nature whispers after dark. Join us for an unforgettable evening under the library lights as we delve into spine-chilling stories of cryptic creatures, enchanted habitats and the mysteries that lurk within the depths of the wilderness. Challenge your intellect with our riddles and tales, untangling the mysteries that nature keeps hidden during our witching hour.

Are you ready to journey into the dark folklore of the past, and see if you can win prizes?

• Read more about Animal Architects: Bird Nests

Come to Naturespace at Hayden Library to learn about some of nature's architects. Have you ever wondered how birds build their nests? Join us in Naturespace to explore different ways a bird builds a nest, and then build your own! Once you build your own nest, we will test it to see if it is structurally stable against a fall. Will your nest be as successful as birds' nests?

Let us find out together!

• Read more about Makerspace: Intro to 3D Printing

Did you know the ASU Library has a Makerspace? Learn how to make your first 3D model in TinkerCAD. We will go over different types of filaments, printers and best practices for slicing your model. By the end of the workshop, you will be able to submit a print using our submission form. All backgrounds and levels of experience are welcome!

• Read more about Makerspace: Laser Cutting Basics

Did you know the ASU Library's Makerspace has a laser cutter? Learn how to use a laser cutter, design and prepare files and best materials to use. Safety training will be provided as well as sample materials. Space is limited and registration is required. All backgrounds and levels of experience are welcome!

• Read more about Makerspace: Intro to Sewing

Did you know the ASU Library's Makerspace has a sewing room? Learn sewing basic including how to thread a machine and a straight stitch. By the end of the workshop, you will know how to make a zipper pouch. Fabric and materials included. Space is limited and registration is required. All backgrounds and levels of experience welcome!

• Read more about Makerspace: Intro to 3D Printing

Did you know the ASU Library has a Makerspace? Learn how to make your first 3D model in TinkerCAD. We will go over different types of filaments, printers and best practices for slicing your model. By the end of the workshop, you will be able to submit a print using our submission form. All backgrounds and levels of experience are welcome!

• Read more about Makerspace: Video Studio Basics

Did you know the ASU Library's Makerspace has a studio you can use? Learn how to use our camera and set up the studio. This workshop includes tutorials on lighting, soundboard, green screen and more. Space is limited, registration is required. All backgrounds and levels of experience are welcome!

• Read more about Intro to Sewing

Did you know the ASU Library's Makerspace has a sewing room? Learn sewing basic including how to thread a machine and a straight stitch. By the end of the workshop, you will know how to make a lanyard. Fabric and materials are included.

Space is limited and registration is required. All backgrounds and levels of experience are welcome!

• Read more about Laser Cutting Basics

Did you know the ASU Library's Makerspace has a laser cutter? Learn how to use a laser cutter, design and prepare files and find the best materials to use. Safety training will be provided as well as sample materials. Space is limited and registration is required. All backgrounds and levels of experience are welcome!