All CCPL locations will be closed for the Independence Holiday on Friday, July 4. We will reopen for regular hours on Saturday, July 5.
Check Currents or the Calendar of Events site for more events.
Exploration Commons
Monday, June 30, 2025 - 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
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Are you interested in designing props for theatre? Join this two-day program, where you'll combine 3D printing and LEDs to create an interactive, illuminated prop!
Day One: Plan and design your prop using 3D modeling and 3D printing techniques.
Day Two: Integrate electronics and LEDs to bring your prop to life.
This hands-on program is perfect for anyone curious about merging technology and creativity in theatre.
Exploration Commons
Monday, June 30, 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Join us in our teaching kitchen to make scratch beef empanadas. Attendees will be grouped in tables of 4; each table will make a full batch of empanadas to eat.
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, July 1, 2025 - 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ages: 6 - 12
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In this hands-on class, participants will create Pokémon-themed snacks inspired by favorite characters.
This class is designed for groups of up to four participants and must include:
- At least one child aged 6–12
- At least one adult
- The remaining two spots in the group may be filled by additional participants aged 6 or older, or left unfilled.
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, July 2, 2025 - 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Learn some of the basics of Blender, an open-source 3D modeling software. Participants will walk through the user interface and controls while making a small project.
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, July 2, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 15 - Adults, Adults
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Discover tasty, nutritious salads in this hands-on class, perfect for summer gatherings or weekly rotation. Each table will prepare a different recipe, which will be sampled by everyone at the end of class. This class includes plant-based and gluten-free recipes.
Class format: Participants will work in groups of up to four participants to prepare a recipe that will be shared with the entire class. Participants will get a taste of each recipe at the end of the class.
Exploration Commons
Thursday, July 3, 2025 - 9:30am - 12:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Get acquainted with the sewing machine and basic tools of the trade. Sew modified boxy corners into a fully lined, curved project bag. Learn to sew and finish a bag with two handles are incorporated into the design of the bag.
Class Prerequisites: Exploration Commons' Sewing Machine Certification
Required Materials: A sewing machine and all materials will be provided.
About Beginner Sewing Level 1: these classes introduce new or less experienced sewists to beginning sewing information and resources with hands-on practice.
Beginner Sewing Level 1 classes introduce and practice the following skills:
- basis sewing tools
- cutting, measuring, and marking fabric
- pressing with an iron
- basting and sewing
You can take Level 1 classes in any order, but beginners will benefit most by taking the first three classes, Class 1, 2, and 3, in sequence.
Exploration Commons
Thursday, July 3, 2025 - 10:00am - 11:30am
Ages: 6 - 18
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In this group cooking class, we will make quick-rise cinnamon rolls with cream cheese frosting from scratch. Participants will be seated in table groups with officers from the Westminster City Police Department and will work in groups to create a batch of rolls! This is a great opportunity for attendees to work alongside our uniformed officers to create a sweet treat.
Exploration Commons
Thursday, July 3, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
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This beginner-level laser cutter class will walk you through design basics, machine use, and safety procedures. At the instructor's discretion, customers who successfully complete this program will be certified to use the Exploration Commons' Fusion Pro and Fusion Edge laser cutters.
Customers aged 12 to 15 who complete their certification are required to have a certified adult with them to use the laser independently.
Exploration Commons
Monday, July 7, 2025 - 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Ages: 15 - Adults, Adults
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It can be difficult to manage diabetes during the summer with all the barbecues and vacations. Discuss the best ways to help manage your blood sugar with a registered dietitian while enjoying your new favorite salad! This class is provided though our partnership with Carroll Hospital.
Exploration Commons
Monday, July 7, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
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Learn how to make molds for soaps, candles, chocolate, and more! This class covers the basics of vacuum forming, including machine operation, material selection, and design techniques to bring your ideas to life.
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, July 8, 2025 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages: Adults
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Learning new technology should be fun, not intimidating! Join us for a basic hands-on session where we'll use Adobe Illustrator to create a simple design to be engraved on a mini paper notebook cover and watch your project being made on our Fusion Pro laser cutter. Previous basic computer experience is required. No previous experience with laser cutting or design software is needed. This class does not result in independent laser use certification.
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, July 8, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Learn the basics to feel comfortable using a sewing machine. This introductory-level class includes the EC sewing machine certification necessary for many other classes and/or independent sewing machine use in the makerspace.
If you've never touched a sewing machine or a sewing needle, or if it's been years since you've sewed, and you need a refresher on the basics, then this class is for you.
Prerequisite: None
Materials: A sewing machine and all necessary materials will be provided.
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, July 8, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 6 - 12
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In this hands-on class, participants will create Pokémon-themed snacks inspired by favorite characters.
This class is designed for groups of up to four participants and must include:
- At least one child aged 6–12
- At least one adult
- The remaining two spots in the group may be filled by additional participants aged 6 or older, or left unfilled.
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, July 9, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
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Learn the basic features of Adobe Illustrator. Participants will have the opportunity to learn and explore the program through hands-on instruction. No experience is required!
Exploration Commons
Thursday, July 10, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 15 - Adults, Adults
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This hands-on class will cover everything you need to know about caring for your knives and how to use them. You'll learn how to chop, dice, and mince and get plenty of practice with other professional cuts. This is a beginner class.
Exploration Commons
Saturday, July 12, 2025 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Attendees will be paired together to make a batch of the viral Dubai Chocolate Bars. These chocolate bars are filled with a mixture of crispy kataifi, pistachio cream, and tahini.
Exploration Commons
Monday, July 14, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
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In this two-day class, participants will learn how to use Adobe Illustrator and a Cricut machine to create and assemble a two-colored vinyl sticker. All materials will be supplied; no previous Cricut experience is required.
- Day One: Learn how to use Adobe Illustrator to create a multicolor design.
- Day Two: Learn to cut and assemble designs on the Cricut Maker and Explore.
Exploration Commons
Monday, July 14, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
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This two-part program will introduce you to design basics, machine use, and safety procedures for our Iconic i2015 CNC Router. Session one will focus on project design and the VCarve software. Session two covers machine use, including hands-on time with the CNC machine.
All program registrants must complete the prerequisite online Iconic CNC Machine Use and Safety Training before attending the first session of this program.
At the instructor's discretion, customers who successfully complete both sessions of this program will be certified to use Exploration Commons' CNC machine. Customers aged 12 to 15 who complete their certification are required to have a certified adult with them to use the CNC router independently.
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, July 15, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
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In this two-day class, participants will learn how to use Adobe Illustrator and a Cricut machine to create and assemble a two-colored vinyl sticker. All materials will be supplied; no previous Cricut experience is required.
- Day One: Learn how to use Adobe Illustrator to create a multicolor design.
- Day Two: Learn to cut and assemble designs on the Cricut Maker and Explore.
Exploration Commons
Tuesday, July 15, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
This two-part program will introduce you to design basics, machine use, and safety procedures for our Iconic i2015 CNC Router. Session one will focus on project design and the VCarve software. Session two covers machine use, including hands-on time with the CNC machine.
All program registrants must complete the prerequisite online Iconic CNC Machine Use and Safety Training before attending the first session of this program.
At the instructor's discretion, customers who successfully complete both sessions of this program will be certified to use Exploration Commons' CNC machine. Customers aged 12 to 15 who complete their certification are required to have a certified adult with them to use the CNC router independently.
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, July 16, 2025 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages: 8 - 12
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Create your own fanciful bread art using fresh focaccia dough, veggies, and herbs.
Please only register for one of the four classes. Duplicates will be cancelled.
Exploration Commons
Wednesday, July 16, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: Adults
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Welcome to the exciting world of reverse engineering! Learn how to reconstruct and modify existing parts using basic measuring tools and Onshape, a powerful cloud-based 3D modeling software.
Exploration Commons
Thursday, July 17, 2025 - 9:30am - 12:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Get acquainted with the sewing machine and basic tools of the trade. Learn to sew a gusset into a bag with rounded corners. Practice how to sew and insert a cross-body handle into the bag.
Class Prerequisites: Exploration Commons' Sewing Machine Certification
Required Materials: A sewing machine and all materials will be provided.
About Beginner Sewing Level 1: these classes introduce new or less experienced sewists to beginning sewing information and resources with hands-on practice.
Beginner Sewing Level 1 classes introduce and practice the following skills:
- basis sewing tools
- cutting, measuring, and marking fabric
- pressing with an iron
- basting and sewing
You can take Level 1 classes in any order, but beginners will benefit most by taking the first three classes, Class 1, 2, and 3, in sequence.
Exploration Commons
Thursday, July 17, 2025 - 10:30am - 12:30pm
Ages: 8 - 12
Registration and more information
Create your own fanciful bread art using fresh focaccia dough, veggies, and herbs.
Please only register for one of the four classes. Duplicates will be cancelled.
Exploration Commons
Thursday, July 17, 2025 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Learn to use the shape builder tool and live paint feature in Adobe Illustrator to create digital optical illusion designs for laser engraving. Previous Adobe Illustrator experience is strongly recommended. This class does not result in independent laser cutter use certification.
Exploration Commons
Friday, July 18, 2025 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages: 12 - Adults, Adults
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In this class, we will focus on editing photos in Adobe Photoshop to get the best results with our Fusion Pro and Fusion Edge laser engravers.
Laser Certification is required prior to attending this program.
Exploration Commons
Saturday, July 19, 2025 - 10:00am - 2:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Open Sewing Studio is an opportunity to enjoy freestyle sewing with other sewists. Come in and work on your sewing projects in the company of others. A volunteer will be available to answer questions or provide feedback during this program. All skill levels are welcome. You must bring your own sewing supplies and tools.
Note: This is not an instructional class; no materials will be provided.
This registration is for individuals bringing their own sewing machine. You must have a working knowledge of how to thread and operate your machine to register.
If you want to reserve a sewing machine, please register for the other version of this program.
Exploration Commons
Saturday, July 19, 2025 - 10:00am - 2:00pm
Ages: 16 - Adults, Adults
Registration and more information
Open Sewing Studio is an opportunity to enjoy freestyle sewing with other sewists. Come in and work on your sewing projects in the company of others. A volunteer will be available to answer questions or provide feedback during this program. All skill levels are welcome. You must bring your own sewing supplies and tools.
Note: This is not an instructional class; no materials will be provided.
This registration will reserve a sewing machine for use. You must be certified for independent use to register for this program.
If you want to bring your own sewing machine, please register for the other version of this program.
Exploration Commons
Saturday, July 19, 2025 - 1:30pm - 3:45pm
Ages: 6 - 18
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Join us for a hands-on baking class! We’ll learn how to make delicious soft pretzels and a honey mustard dipping sauce to go with them.
This class is designed for groups of up to four participants and must include:
- At least one child aged 6–18
- At least one adult
- The remaining two spots in the group may be filled by additional participants aged 6 or older—or left open.
