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
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Maker and creator workshop 8-12 yrsHarness all things inspirational and inventive with our sensational series of creative workshops for kidsDarling Square Library - Sat7Feb
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Weekend makertime for families: Lunar New Year 8-12yrsHave fun making and creating at this festive session for ages 8 to 12 years and their caregivers.Darling Square Library - Tue10Feb
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Homeschool makertime: Laser cut stamps 12-16 yrsA fun makerspace session for home schoolers exploring laser cutting and STEAM skillsDarling Square Library - Sat14Feb
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Mardi Gras: Laser cut printmaking from the archives 16+yrsBe inspired by the City of Sydney Archives to create a relief print reflecting the vibrant history of Sydney Mardi GrasDarling Square Library - Mon16Feb
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Manga Club Workshop, 13-17 yrsDevelop your manga art skills in this monthly workshop and learn techniques to level up your art style.Darling Square Library - Sat21Feb
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Makertime: open access 16+yrs Get hands-on experience at the Darling Square Library MakerspaceDarling Square Library - Sat21Feb
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3D Design and CAD for Beginners 16+yrsLearn how to create 3D models for engineering, prototyping, and product design using Onshape, a cloud-based CAD toolDarling Square Library - Sat28Feb
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Introduction to 3D design with Blender 16+yrsLearn the fundamentals and start creating your own characters, environments and objects in this beginner class.Darling Square Library - Sat21Mar
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Introduction to Game Development with Unity 16+yrsLearn the basics of game development with Unity in this beginner-friendly session for adults.Darling Square Library
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