Most of us have a drawer, somewhere in our house, which contains all sorts of odds and ends. In my house it was always the “miscellaneous” drawer, others call it a “junk” drawer. Whatever you call it, I bet you have duct tape and rubber bands shoved in it – and maybe some glue sticks,Continue reading “Duct Tape & Rubber Band Engineering Exhibit!”
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New Learn & Create Workshops!!!
Exciting New Create & Learn Workshops!! Wednesdays @ 1 p.m. We are happy to collaborate with the Engineering Technology Center, NEXUS and the Department of Music to present some exciting workshops! Workshops are free (but there may be an optional materials fee) and are on Wednesdays from 1 to 2 p.m. Register online at lib.uiowa.edu/eng. Continue reading “New Learn & Create Workshops!!!”
Spend a Day as a Pioneer!
Have you ever gotten caught up in the romanticized idea of the Wild West and pioneer days? But, now that you are so used to modern conveniences have you decided life back then wouldn’t have been romantic at all? It would have been really, really, hard… Never fear – we have a resource to teachContinue reading “Spend a Day as a Pioneer!”
DIY Drone! What You Need to Know!
Interested in learning more about drones? Ever thought about building your own? We have the resources you need! The best place to start might be understanding what a drone is. Dictionary.com defines a drone as “an unmanned aircraft or ship that can navigate autonomously, without human control or beyond the line of sight.” “Unmanned” is the termContinue reading “DIY Drone! What You Need to Know!”
Spring + Earth Month + Gardening = Composting!
It’s spring and for many that means gardening! Most of us have at least heard of compost, but we really may not know much about how it helps the soil, what should – and should not – go into compost and how to effectively use it once we have it! So. What is compost? Put simplyContinue reading “Spring + Earth Month + Gardening = Composting!”
DIY: Light Up The Night At Your Formal!
Spring is right around the corner – those spring dances and formals aren’t far behind! Are you looking for the perfect, unique, attention-getting outfit? How about a DIY project? Want your dress or suit to sparkle and light up the party? Make: Wearable Electronics will help you learn how to incorporate LED lights in your clothes.Continue reading “DIY: Light Up The Night At Your Formal!”
DIY Your Valentine’s Day!
Valentine’s Day is already upon us! Have you planned ahead? Do you know what you are going to do? How about creating something that is uniquely yours? Your Valentine doesn’t have to be a significant other – could be a roommate, parent, child, project partner…. No matter who you choose to be your Valentine –Continue reading “DIY Your Valentine’s Day!”
Want Those Special Effects for Your Halloween Party?
Happy Halloween: Vol. 6 Want to make that Halloween party extra scary? We have the resources to help you do just that with some DIY special effects! How about a hologram of a ghoul? We have Holography Projects for the Evil Genius. It is a DIY resource which includes step-by-step instructions, helpful illustrations, a list of required,Continue reading “Want Those Special Effects for Your Halloween Party?”
DIY Costumes That Will Light Up The Night!
Happy Halloween: Vol. 5 Been thinking about that perfect Halloween costume? Sure, you could go to a store or online and order something, but what fun would that be? You want something special – uniquely yours, right? We’re here to help you make your very own Halloween costume and light up the night! Not sureContinue reading “DIY Costumes That Will Light Up The Night!”
Want The Perfect DIY Halloween Decorations?
Happy Halloween: Vol. 4 HAPPY HALLOWEEN! Halloween is getting closer and closer and you are planning that Halloween get-together… Looking for the perfect DIY Halloween decoration projects? Looking for a classic scary pumpkin? How about one that lights up? Electronic Projects for Dummies will help you create the perfect scary pumpkins! You’ll end up with 2Continue reading “Want The Perfect DIY Halloween Decorations?”