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Enhancing Your Studying: TASC Open House at the Makerspace

HSL Makerspace (5-101 Health Sciences Education Center) 526 Delaware St SE, Minneapolis, MN, United States

Transform your study habits and boost your creativity by understanding your optimal learning environment. The Tutoring & Academic Success Center (TASC) invites you to join us at the Health Sciences Library to explore the Makerspace and the Virtual Reality Studio!

With access to cutting-edge technology such as 3D printers, laser cutters, and sewing machines, you can prototype ideas, solve complex problems, and integrate innovative tools into your coursework. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned maker, our open house event is a great opportunity for you to connect with folks from TASC to brainstorm about learning environments and learn how to use different resources to improve your studying sessions.

Join us to build community, learn, and have fun! Food will be provided!

Free

PAWS (Pet Away Worry and Stress) at Wilson Library

Wilson Library 309 19th Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN, United States

Join us at Wilson Library (west bank) for PAWS (Pet Away Worry and Stress) from UMN Boynton Health. Drop in at any time to meet registered therapy animal teams—including dogs, bunnies, cats, chickens, and other therapy animals. Sessions are FREE and open to the University of Minnesota community. All are welcome!

Free

Media Workshop: Tell your story through podcasting Part II

The Toaster (Walter Library Basement) 117 Pleasant St. S.E. (Lower Level), Minneapolis, MN, United States

Armed with the basics of podcasting; it's time to translate your knowledge into a tangible product! This session is your gateway to experiencing the exhilarating process of podcast creation, learning Audacity, and recording your practice podcast presentation. Don't miss this opportunity to bring your podcasting vision to life! Media support staff and microphones will be on hand to assist in your creation.

Free
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Queer & Trans Zine Conference

Elmer L. Andersen Library, Room 120 222 21st Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN, United States

The Queer & Trans Zine Conference will be held on Friday, Oct. 18, 2024 from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Elmer L. Andersen Library, home of the Tretter Collection in GLBT Studies. This all-day, in-person conference takes place in conjunction with the Midwest Queer & Trans Zine Fest, held at Open Book in downtown Minneapolis, Oct. 19-20.

Free

Intro to CNC Milling

HSL Makerspace (5-101 Health Sciences Education Center) 526 Delaware St SE, Minneapolis, MN, United States

Learn how to use a CNC Milling machine to create anything from a wood block cut print to a PCB Circuit Board. During this workshop you can expect to learn the basics of CNC Milling, its various applications, and how to make your very own design. Feel free to stay after to complete a project of your own!

Free

Halloween Games at the Toaster: A Toaster VR Event

The Toaster (Walter Library Basement) 117 Pleasant St. S.E. (Lower Level), Minneapolis, MN, United States

Calling all game gurus and thrill-seekers! Ready to swap textbooks for joysticks? Summon your inner ninja with Fruit Ninja or channel your inner rockstar with Beat Saber. Or, take the Halloween thrills to the next level with some scary virtual reality games and experiences!

Free
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UMN Libraries at TC Book Festival

Minnesota State Fairgrounds 1621 Randall Ave., St. Paul, MN, United States

The University Libraries will be well represented at the 24th annual Twin Cities Book Festival — the annual Minnesota gathering for readers, writers, publishers, and purveyors of all things literary — with staff and swag on hand from the Kerlan Collection of Children's Literature, the Upper Midwest Literary Archives, Minitex, and the Friends of the Libraries.

Free

Get started with online Library research

Virtual Event

Working on a research paper or project? Learn tips and tricks for figuring out a good topic and finding high-quality sources (e.g. online journals, magazines, newspapers, books) through the U Libraries website (lib.umn.edu).

Free
Event Series Make Mondays at the Toaster

Make Mondays at the Toaster

Toaster Breakerspace (Walter Library Basement) 117 Pleasant St. S.E. (Lower Level), Minneapolis, MN, United States

Join us for Make Mondays at the Toaster, a crafting meetup for everyone! Bring your own work in progress, or we'll have a Make of the Week for you to try. Hang out and meet other crafters and makers each week in a chill, low-pressure environment. Recurs weekly; come when you can, for however long you can. All experience levels welcome!

Free

Intro to 3D printing (filament and resin)

HSL Makerspace (5-101 Health Sciences Education Center) 526 Delaware St SE, Minneapolis, MN, United States

Learn how to operate a 3D printer and make your ideas a reality! During this workshop you can expect to learn about the applications and limitations of 3D printing, how to safely and effectively operate a machine, and how to start your very own 3D print! Feel free to stay after to start a project of your own!

Free

Libraries table at Row the Vote’s Voterpalooza

Coffman Plaza 300 Washington Avenue SE, Minneapolis

We will be hosting a UMN Libraries table at Row the Vote's Voterpalooza on Tuesday, October 22nd from 11-1. We will be hosting voter button making, stickers and can help answer voting question. Did you know the Libraries have tools to help you research candidates and issues?

Free

3D Modeling with Gravity Sketch VR [Drop-In Hour]

HSL VR Studio (5-132 Health Sciences Education Center) 526 Delaware St SE, Minneapolis, MN, United States

Drop in anytime during the hour to learn about Gravity Sketch VR, a 3D modeling program where you sketch in virtual and mixed reality. These sketches can be exported to CAD software, Unity 3D projects or 3D printed. This workshop is for anyone interested in design or virtual reality.

Free
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49th Annual Kerlan Award honoring Lisa Yee

Elmer L. Andersen Library, Room 120 222 21st Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN, United States

Please join us for the 49th annual Kerlan Award, honoring Lisa Yee, the award-winning author of more than 20 books for children and young adults including her recent titles, Maizy Chen's Last Chance and The Misfits. The child of two public school teachers, Lisa Yee is a third-generation Chinese American. Born and raised in Los Angeles, her groundbreaking book, Millicent Min, Girl Genius, features one of the first Asian American protagonists in contemporary children's literature.

Free

Toaster Makerspace Workshop: Introduction to the Cricut

Toaster Breakerspace (Walter Library Basement) 117 Pleasant St. S.E. (Lower Level), Minneapolis, MN, United States

Get ready to dive into the world of Cricut with the Toaster Team! Discover the wonders of this incredible crafting machine that has the power to transform simple ideas into intricate designs. Whether it's crafting cute stickers or executing an elaborate project, Cricut has got you covered! Never used a Cricut before? No worries! This is the ideal jumping-off point for you. Our engaging workshop will guide you through the basics of maneuvering the Cricut Design Space and gradually elevate you to mastering advanced techniques such as uploading and editing your own images. Let's embark on this exciting crafting journey together!

Registration is encouraged. You are encouraged to bring your laptop so you can get started in the Cricut Design Space.

Free
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