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Funded by Foundation214, this Dream Builders class invites adults and middle schoolers to team up, innovate, and learn hands-on STEAM skills in our Makerspace!
Tech Lab Orientation Safety Class: Intro to 3D Printing
In this orientation-safety class, you’ll learn everything you need to start 3D printing. We'll cover how 3D printing works, where to find free 3D model files online, and how to use PrusaSlicer — free software that prepares your design for printing. By the end, you'll send your very own model to a Prusa 3D printer and watch it come to life. Laptops provided!
This class is designed for parents/guardians, and their children to enjoy together!
What You Will Learn:
How 3D printing works
Where to find free 3D model files (STLs) online
How to use PrusaSlicer to prepare your model for printing
How to send your design to a Prusa 3D printer
How to successfully complete your first 3D print
Completing this class gives you and your child access of our Textile Lab during Open Maker Hours (Mondays 6-9pm and Saturdays 9am-1pm) to learn and use tools for their projects with the help of our knowledgeable supervisors.
Important Information:
Please arrive at least 10 minutes before class starts to fill out the liability waiver
Select one adult ticket and one ticket for each child
This is an Orientation - Safety class
Youth as young as 10 (5th grade), must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times
For questions e-mail [email protected]
For More Information about our Makerspaces Visit:
www.thefoundrybuffalo.org/makerspaces
What to Bring:
Yourself and your child
Eligibility:
Open to students in 5th - 8th grade in Fall 2026, you can enroll in any number of sessions (not limited to just one).
Students must be enrolled in Buffalo Public/Charter Schools or reside in one of the following priority zip codes as identified by the United Way: 14201, 14202, 14204, 14206, 14207, 14208, 14209, 14210, 14211, 14212, 14213, 14215, 14216, 14218, 14220
Cancellation Policy:
www.thefoundrybuffalo.org/cancellation-policy
More About The Foundry:
www.thefoundrybuffalo.org
Event Links
Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/3680909-0
