Stephens Central Library Space-STEAM Central Needs Volunteers

SAN ANGELO, TX- The Stephens Central Library, 33 W. Beauregard Ave., announced that it's preparing to open maker space-STEAM Central in March.

STEAM is the mnemonic for science, technology, engineering, art and math. In a press release, Library staff stated, “Instructors are needed with skills in crafts such as quilting, knitting, crochet, needle felting, screen printing and clay work. Also needed are instructors in technical areas such as coding, photo editing, video editing, electronics soldering and circuity.”

Volunteers with skills in laser cutting, 3D printing and die-cut machines such as Cricut and Silhouette are needed as well. Equipment needing instructors include a long-arm quilting machine, embroidery and sewing machines.

If anyone has a hobby or passion they would like to share, people can contact Maker in Residence Clint Hudson at [email protected], or call 325-655-7321 ext. 1133.

Scheduling of classes can be made to work around the volunteer’s schedule.

The press release concluded, “STEAM Central has been made possible by a Texas State Library and Archive Commission and Institute of Museum Library Services Grant.”