News from the Monterey Park Bruggemeyer Library Launches Free 3D Printing Services and Workshops

The Monterey Park Bruggemeyer Library is excited to announce free 3D printing workshops and services to the community. 3D printing is a process in which a specialized printer deposits plastic layer by layer to create three-dimensional objects, including models, prototypes, spare parts or even toys.

Starting Monday, January 6, 2020, all patrons with a valid Monterey Park Bruggemeyer Library card may print one 3D print project per month at no cost using this new technology. Individuals interested in learning more about 3D print design can attend monthly workshops on how to use free computer-aided design programs (CAD) to create the perfect 3D design.

The first 3D printing workshop will take place on Monday, January 6, in the library’s computer lab at 3:00 pm. Students must have basic proficiency in computer and internet use in order to effectively use CAD programs. For more information, and to register for this workshop, call the Reference Desk at 626-307-1368. To learn more about the library’s 3D printing services, please visit www.montereypark.ca.gov/1273/3D-Printing.

The Monterey Park Bruggemeyer Library is the city’s public library located at 318 South Ramona Avenue, Monterey Park, CA 91754. Library hours are: Sunday 1-5 p.m.; Monday and Tuesday 12-9 p.m.; Wednesday and Thursday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Friday closed and Saturday 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

For more Monterey Park Bruggemeyer Library news and information, please visit the library website at www.montereypark.ca.gov/library.

Monterey Park Bruggemeyer Library Introduces Youth to Coding Classes

Tweens and teens are invited to participate in an eight week coding program February 1-March 21 on Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to12:30 p.m. in the library computer lab. Youth ages 11-18 can sign up at the reference desk for the free classes. No experience is necessary.

Participants will learn Javascript and the basics of building websites including HTML and CSS. The classes will be led by the Mark Keppel High School “Keppel Hacks Club.” This series is sponsored by the Southern California Edison Building 21^st Century Skills for Tweens and Teens grant.

For more information about the free class, contact the reference desk at 626-307-1368.

Monterey Park Bruggemeyer Library is the city’s public library located at 318 S. Ramona Avenue, Monterey Park, CA 91754. Library hours are Sunday 1-5 p.m.; Monday and Tuesday 12-9 p.m.; Wednesday and Thursday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Friday Closed; and Saturday 10 a.m.-1 p.m. For more City of Monterey Park news and information, please visit the city website at www.MontereyPark.ca.gov.