S T E A M @ The Old Library
We offer a range of STEAM (Science Technology Engineering Art & Mathematics) themes sessions for age groups 5-12, 12-18 and 18+, have a look at what we offer below and then check out the availability of each session on our booking calendar.
S T E A M for 5-12
These STEAM activities are aimed at youngsters aged 5-12 and it is mandatory that a parent or responsible adult participate and supervise the youngster attending.
SUPERNature
Age 5-12
A fun session using microscopes to explore nature, looking closely at samples including prepared specimens and visiting nearby natural sites to explore outdoors.
MAKE>DO
Age 5-12
A self design & build session for youngsters using the MakeDO safe tools with cardboard to create projects, structures & costumes.
ASSEMBLE
Age 5-12
Build sessions for youngsters using a variety of build systems including wooden blocks, pegs, clasps, bricks, city models and virtual construction systems like TinkerCAD.
LEGO Play
Age 5-12
An after school LEGO session for youngsters to let their imagination build using classic lego blocks & design challenges.
BUZZ Club
Age 5-12+
Fortnightly sessions exploring the world of the honey bee, learning about their life cycle, habits and seeing them up close using microscopes and apiary visits.
S T E A M for 8-18
These STEAM activities are aimed at young people from 8-18, attendance & participation of a parent or responsible adult is noit mandatory but it is recommended for younger attendees.
DEAD STAR BURN | Intergalactic Battle of the Bands
Age 12-18
Help Magic Torch Comics create, build & play a new musical instrument for their new comic and musical "Dead Star Burn"
Delivered by Magic Torch Comics
3D PRINTED CAMERA WORKSHOP
Age 8-18
Across two afternoon workshops, participants will make and use a simple 3D printed instant pinhole camera created from recycled plastic. Working with plastic bottles collected locally, participants will discover how waste plastic can be transformed into 3D printable filament before assembling a Polaroid style camera.
This project is funded through The Natural History Museum's Fixing Our Broken Planet programme, supporting creative projects that inspire care for nature and the environment.
INVERCLYDE YOUNG SKYWATCHERS
Age 8-18
A monthly gathering of youngsters exploring and learning together about the wonders of the night sky, the science of space and the universe using the latest digital telescopes and computer software.
Delivered by
Dr Alexander MacKinnon FRAS, Astrophysicist
Marion McNeill - Sir Patrick Moore Prize Winner
Jean Firth, Ann Williams, Alex McWhirter,
Chris Armitage & Peter Cadden.
(From Inverclyde Skywatchers Astronomy Group)
CHESS Club for beginners
Age 8-18+
Whether complete novices or experienced players, it's a welcoming session for people to learn about chess, play each other and learn about the game.
ELECTRONICS / CODING for Beginners
Age 12-18
Make cool stuff while learning to code, with free coding games and activities for young people to explore from micro:Bit through to Raspberry Pi and Arduino.
LEGO Engineering
Age 8-18
Focused sessions for young people working on LEGO STEM projects involving mechanics, motors, solar and circuits.
HOME Education Hub
Age 8-18
Our home education hub welcomes families educating at home. It's a relaxed session using a variety of STEM Equipment across a range of age groups. A chance for families to meet, swap notes and organise educational activities.
ROBOTIKS for beginners
Age 8-18
Learn about robotics and how they interact with coding using SCRATCH.
GRAFIK
Age 8-18
Learn about Graphic Design and use our Risograph & Screen Printer to create a posters as part of your learning process.
CODING
Age 8-18
Learn about coding using SCRATCH and the Microbit Controller on introductory projects that build your coding experience step by step towards C, C++ and Python coding.
ELEKTRONIKA for Younger Beginners
Age 8-18
Fun digital sound making session.
S T E A M for 18+
These STEAM activities are aimed at adults 18+ interested in learning new skills / meeting people.
GROW+
Age 18+
Weekly session for adults who want to learn more about community gardening, growing your own, propagating and harvesting. Mixture of indoors sessions and community garden work outdoors.
The Womens Wellbeing Collective
Age 18+
'The Womens Wellbeing Collective is a peer-led community network dedicated to improving the mental, physical, and social wellbeing of women in Inverclyde. We provide a collaborative platform, both in-person and online, where women can meet, share skills, and lead their own interest-based 'wellbeing circles.' By fostering connection and empowerment, we aim to reduce social isolation and ensure every woman has the tools and voice to lead a healthy, fulfilled life.
We have a monthly capacity-building workshop and weekly activity-focused circles.
Get in touch with Louise, Andrea, Tricia and Jennifer at:
womenswellbeingcollective@proton.me
CAD>CAM for Beginners
Age 18+
This is a relaxed session over a cuppa for peer to peer learning of (CAD) Computer Aided Design and (CAM) Computer Aided Manufacturing software associated with laser cutting and CNC machines.
You can bring your own laptop, free WIFI.
Sgioba Luaidh Inbhirchluaidh
(Inverclyde Waulking Group)
Age 18+
We are a group specialising in Gaelic work songs, particularly those sung by women while waulking the tweed. Our name, Sgioba Luaidh Inbhirchluaidh, means "Inverclyde Waulking Group".
Click on the image to contact us to find out more.
CO-WORKING
Age 18+
Weekday morning 'coffee house' session for co-working, bring your laptop, grab a coffee and settled down to work or meet a friend for chat in a bright and warm environment.
Free access to 52" interactive screen, fast WIFI broadband, tea & coffee.
2D FAB for Beginners
Age 18+
Laser cutting is a highly precise and versatile method of cutting various materials, from wood to plastics to metals. Laser cutting is widely used in industries such as manufacturing, aerospace, and automotive, as well as in DIY and artistic projects.
These sessions will give you the opportunity to develop some designs and learn about the settings used for laser cutting various materials.
3D FAB for Beginners
Age 18+
3D printing has the power to transform the way we create, manufacture, and innovate. But what exactly is 3D printing, and how does it work? In these beginner's sessions to 3D printing, we will embark on a journey to uncover 3D printing. We'll delve into its history, and explore its various types. Along the way, we'll also examine the different 3D printing processes, discover the wide-ranging applications and introduce software that power this transformative technology.
STEMatters - Making sense of science
Age 25+
STEMatters is a fortnightly session over 8 weeks, designed to help adults make sense of science in a relaxed and supportive environment. The focus is to build confidence within a group setting; broaden knowledge across a variety of STEM topics; provide a springboard for further exploration and learning in science; and to support participants to help children/grandchildren with learning and educational choices.