Makerspace & Games Resources

clear bags with red straps hung on a wall. the bags all have board games inside.
clear bags with red handles on metal shelves by large windows. the bags all have crafts and robotic kits inside.

Available For Checkout

Play, create, and engineer in our Library Lab! Many of our Library Lab items can also be checked out and taken home. The Library Lab also has family friendly puzzles and games available for checkout to take home.

View Library Lab makerspace items in our Pitkin Makerspace Catalog!

View games in our Pitkin Games Catalog!

3D Printing Resources

Lulzbot

Lulzbot is one type of 3D printer we have available for patron use at the library. At the moment this 3D printer is unavailable but stay tuned for exciting news regarding future access!

Tinkercad

Tinkercad is a basic design software. It is great for beginners new to designing for 3D printing. Start with their free design lessons, then bring in your design to print using one of our 3D printers.

Fusion 360

Fusion 360 is a more advanced design software. Create elborate manufacturable designs and print them here at the library on one of our 3D printers! For more basic design software try Tinkercad.

My Mini Factory

My Mini Factory has numerous free designs ready to download and 3D print. If this is your first go at 3D printing My Mini Factory is a great place to start. If you are ready to try designing your own 3D print take a look at Tinkercad.

Thingiverse

Thingiverse provides 3D designs for useful "things" needed in everyday life. Downloadable designs include key holders, hinges, tea dispensers, garden plant tags, and more! Search fun and useful designs and print them on one of our 3D printers.

Gaming Resources

CATAN

Welcome to the world of CATAN! The official website of CATAN is a great resource for any gamer who loves world building and CATAN. Discover CATAN expansion games, tournaments, and digital games. Explore the news and blog and immerse yourself in the world of CATAN.

DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS

Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) is a roleplaying game with elements of storytelling in various worlds of swords and sorcery. For those that are new to the game or want to delve deeper into gameplay this resource is great at introducing the rules of the game, concepts of D&D, and connecting players to more resources.

Upcoming Events

INTERNATIONAL GAMES MONTH

International Games Week (IGW) is now International Games Month (IGM)! It takes place every year in November. We welcome everyone from kids to adults to participate in IGM and to learn through play. Don't be afraid to lose or get it wrong, play, connect, and have fun! 

Find out more about International Games Month.