Makerspace workshops and events in the Ideas Lab
A dedicated makerspace and multipurpose room to create, invent or tinker.

The Ideas Lab at Darling Square Library is a 200sqm makerspace workshop and multipurpose room.
A program of workshops, seminars and events provides opportunities for startups and curious makers to upskill, share knowledge and network.
The makerspace hosts hands-on workshops for kids, teens and adults, from digital design, 3D printing and robotics to school holidaymaker sessions. These workshops give anyone interested the opportunity to create and learn using equipment including 3D printers, a soldering iron and a laser cutter.
The Ideas Lab is a City of Sydney and Lendlease initiative.

Makerspace workshops
What's On
Bookings can be cancelled up to 7 days before the start of your course. Cancellations made after this will not be refunded. For more information see our terms and conditions.
- Mon6Jul
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School holidays: Ozobot 3D design challenge 9-12yrsExplore 3D design, coding and robotics in the MakerspaceDarling Square Library - Tue7Jul
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School holidays: Sphero robot maze 9-12yrsMaster coding with our Sphero Bolt robot workshopDarling Square Library - Wed8Jul
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School holidays: Creative coding 1 - Code & create 8-12yrsExplore the fascinating world of coding through a vibrant art workshop for kids at the Darling Square Library MakerspaceDarling Square Library - Sat11Jul
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Makertime: open access 16+yrsGet hands-on experience at the Darling Square Library MakerspaceDarling Square Library - Mon13Jul
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School holidays: 3D VR design with Gravity Sketch 13-17yrsDesign a 3D spaceship in virtual reality using beginner-friendly tools in our fully equipped makerspace.Darling Square Library - Tue14Jul
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School holidays: 3D print your own trophy 12-17yrs A fun makerspace session for home schoolers exploring 3D design and printingDarling Square Library - Wed15Jul
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School holidays: Creative Coding 2 - Imagination Lab 8-12yrsExplore the fascinating world of coding through a vibrant art workshop for kids at the MakerspaceDarling Square Library - Wed15Jul
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School holidays: Creative coding 3 - Masterclass 12-16yrsUnleash your creativity and explore the exciting world of creative coding in this hands-on workshop at the MakerspaceDarling Square Library - Fri17Jul
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School holidays: Manga comic book workshop 9-12yrs Create your own manga-style comic book in this introductory workshopDarling Square Library - Sat18Jul
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Maker time for families: Sphero Robot Maze 8-12yrsGain practical creative makerspace skills and experience in this intergenerational 2-hour sessionDarling Square Library - Tue21Jul
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Maker & Creator 8-12yrsPlay and create with the latest makerspace kits and electronic gadgetsDarling Square Library
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