Join The MATT at Brass Works Brewing Co. for a special afternoon exploring the fascinating relationships between U.S. presidents and their favorite (and least favorite) alcoholic beverages throughout history. This program delves into anecdotes and stories that reveal how these leaders enjoyed their drinks, offering a unique perspective on their personalities and the times they lived in.
Cost
$15 per Adult
$10 per Member
Sponsored by Linford & Mildred White Charitable Fund
Mattatuck Museum
144 West Main Street
Waterbury, CT 06702
Free parking is available behind the museum in parking lots on Park Place.
https://www.mattmuseum.org/calendar/history-and-hops-us-presidents-and-their-booze/
Creative Family Fun: Fairy Houses
March 29 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Free
Youngsters are invited to the Makerspace to create a magical fairy house, using pebbles, leaves, twigs, flowers and of course something sparkly! Using their imagination (and some pixie dust?) children will create a personal, sweet, and sprightly tiny home. All materials will be provided. There are a limited number of houses available.
Ages 5+ with a caregiver
Registration Required
All participants must have a signed GML Makerspace waiver on file. Please arrive a few minutes early to complete this paperwork if this is your first Makerspace program.
Gunn Memorial Library
5 Wykehan Road
Washington, CT 06793
(860) 868-7586
https://www.gunnlibrary.org/calendar/creative-family-fun-fairy-houses/
Crafting History: Scrapbooks
March 25 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Free
The Gunn Museum and Makerspace present a series of craft workshops inspired by artifacts from the Museum’s collections.
March’s workshop is all about scrapbooks! Explore some examples from the Museum’s collections and learn more about best practices for preserving and digitizing scrapbooks and photo albums you have at home. Then use the Makerspace’s photo printers and craft supplies to create a scrapbook page of your own!
Ages 18+
Registration Required
All participants must have a signed GML Makerspace waiver on file. Please arrive a few minutes early to complete this paperwork if this is your first Makerspace program.
Gunn Memorial Library
5 Wykeham Rd
Washington, CT 06793
(860) 868-7586
https://www.gunnlibrary.org/calendar/crafting-history-scrapbooks/
3D Printed Jewelry
March 21 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Free
Use premade 3D printed beads, charms, and pendants to create botanical earrings, necklaces, and bracelets inspired by the start of spring!
Ages 18+
Registration Required
Participants must have a signed GML Makerspace waiver on file. Please arrive a few minutes early to complete this paperwork if this is your first Makerspace program.
Gunn Memorial Library
5 Wykeham Rd
Washington, CT 06793
https://www.gunnlibrary.org/calendar/3d-printed-jewelry/
Are you looking for a creative way to share photos, stories, and memories with family and friends? Visit the Makerspace to design your own digital scrapbook pages with the user-friendly Canva software! You’ll learn how to upload your images, add text, background and graphics, and download your project for printing or emailing. Please bring a USB stick with 5-10 digital photos for your project.
March 11, 2:00-3:00 PM
Ages 18+
Registration Required
Participants must have a signed GML Makerspace waiver on file. Please arrive a few minutes early to complete this paperwork if this is your first Makerspace program.
Gunn Memorial Library
5 Wykeham Rd
Washington, CT 06793
(860) 868-7586
https://www.gunnlibrary.org/calendar/tech-tuesday-digital-scrapbooks/
Missy Stevens returns to the Makerspace for another fun crochet workshop! Learn how to decipher crochet patterns and combine basic stitches to create colorful and modern granny square blocks for blankets, pillows, scarves, and more. This workshop is recommended for intermediate beginners who are familiar with single and double crochet stitches. You are encouraged to bring four colors of worsted weight yarn and an H-8 or 5mm crochet hook.
Missy Stevens is a maker and studio artist who uses thread, fabric, and clay to create unique pieces inspired by her connection to the natural world. After learning how to sew as a child, Missy has since explored many forms of textile art including weaving, embroidery, crochet, and the punch needle embroidery technique she uses to create richly colored thread paintings with densely stitched loops of sewing thread. Her work has been shown across the country and has been featured in many books and magazines.
Adults, Teens, & Children Ages 10+ (All children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult.)
Registration Required
Participants must have a signed GML Makerspace waiver on file. Please arrive a few minutes early to complete this paperwork if this is your first Makerspace program.
Gunn Memorial Library
5 Wykeham Rd
Washington, CT 06793
(860)868-7586
https://www.gunnlibrary.org/calendar/crochet-granny-squares-with-missy-stevens/
Curious about 3D printing? Learn the basics of this amazing technology as you create your own 3D printed keychain in the Makerspace! You’ll discover how to create a 3D model using Tinkercad software and then prepare your file for printing with Cura. Keychains will be printed after the workshop and can be picked up at the library at a later date.
Grades 4-5
Registration Required
All participants must have a signed GML Makerspace waiver on file. Please arrive a few minutes early to complete this paperwork if this is your first Makerspace program.
Gunn Memorial Library
5 Wykeham Rd
Washington, CT 06793
(860) 868-7586
https://www.gunnlibrary.org/calendar/kids-workshop-3d-printed-keychains-grades-4-5/
Curious about 3D printing? Learn the basics of this amazing technology as you create your own 3D printed keychain in the Makerspace! You’ll discover how to create a 3D model using Tinkercad software and then prepare your file for printing with Cura. Keychains will be printed after the workshop and can be picked up at the library at a later date.
Grades 6-12
Registration Required
All participants must have a signed GML Makerspace waiver on file. Please arrive a few minutes early to complete this paperwork if this is your first Makerspace program.
Gunn Memorial Library
5 Wykeham Rd
Washington, CT 06793
(860) 868-7586
https://www.gunnlibrary.org/calendar/teen-workshop-3d-printed-keychains/
Curious about 3D printing? Learn the basics of this amazing technology as you create your own 3D printed keychain in the Makerspace! You’ll discover how to create a 3D model using Tinkercad software and then prepare your file for printing with Cura. Keychains will be printed after the workshop and can be picked up at the library at a later date.
Ages 18+
Registration Required: https://www.gunnlibrary.org/calendar/adult-workshop-3d-printed-keychains/
All participants must have a signed GML Makerspace waiver on file. Please arrive a few minutes early to complete this paperwork if this is your first Makerspace program.
Gunn Memorial Library
5 Wykeham Rd
Washington, CT 06793
https://www.gunnlibrary.org/calendar/adult-workshop-3d-printed-keychains/
Join us for our Argentine Tango Valentine’s Party!
Event hosted by Dardo Galletto & Alonso Guzman
Date: Saturday, February 15th, 2025 at 6pm
$25 per person – No partner? No problem! Join us for an unforgettable night of Argentine Tango with Master Dardo Galletto! Dance the night away in a warm, welcoming atmosphere where passion meets playfulness. Come as you are and immerse yourself in the rhythm, connection, and joy of tango.
Location: 170 Flood Bridge Road Southbury CT
Park & Ride Available – Meet at the Southbury Senior Center (5:45pm)
ARGENTINE Tango
