Guest Blog: Maker in Residence, Nicole Lowe discusses Jumping in Headfirst: An exploration of form through the lens of math, collaboration, and purpose

As the HWLC Maker-in-Residence, Nicole Lowe introduced the CPL community to woodworking techniques and skills in  incredibly rewarding and accessible ways using simple resources such as wood veneer to create stunning art. Nicole's residency also involved creating a window display along State Street - Jumping in Headfirst: An exploration of form through the lens of…
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Guest Blog: Coding and Sewing ‘Threads of the Phoenix’ by Maker in Residence, Christina Ernst

As an engineer who combines technology and fashion, the Chicago World’s Fair – an event that celebrated technological advances against the backdrop of local tradition – was the perfect inspiration for my 12-week residency. My final piece Threads of the Phoenix is a wearable technology piece and a tribute to Jackson Park’s Garden of the…
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Top Picks: For Teens, By Teens

It's no secret that teen books bring out some of the freshest and most diverse voices you can read, but did you know that many amazing books for teens were written by teen authors? Check out some of these top picks of brilliant teens who decided to unleash their story for us to enjoy. In the Forests of…
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