Explore Bioplastics
**Registration will open on 09/26/2024 at 3:00PM.**This series is for teens aged 13 to 19.
Discover the fascinating world of bioplastics through a series of engaging, hands-on workshops led by Emily Gordin. As an industrial designer from Brooklyn, NY, Emily specializes in creating healthier materials and systems, with a focus on innovative biomaterials.
This workshop series will immerse you in the diverse possibilities of bioplastics, with each session focusing on a different material. Gain practical experience and insight into how these sustainable materials can revolutionize design and manufacturing.
There are four workshops in this series:
October 3, 2024 - 6PM-7:30PM - Get ready for Halloween by making spooky window decorations of ghosts and spiders from algae bioplastic.
October 10th, 2024 - 6PM-7:30PM - Trash to treasure - make vases from eggshells!
November 7th, 2024 - 6PM-7:30PM - Learn how to make string from seaweed!
November 14th, 2024 - 6PM-7:30PM - Sculpt charms from milk!
There are 12 slots for each workshop, and registration is required. Attendance is not mandatory for every workshop.
You may be photographed.
Learn more about Emily here: https://www.emilygordin.com/
This program is made possible through the generous support of the Greenpoint Community Environmental Fund.
**Registration will open on 09/26/2024 at 3:00PM.**This series is for teens aged 13 to 19.
Discover the fascinating world of bioplastics through a series of engaging, hands-on workshops led by Emily Gordin. As an industrial designer from Brooklyn, NY, Emily specializes in creating healthier materials and systems, with a focus on innovative biomaterials.
This workshop series will immerse you in the diverse possibilities of bioplastics, with each session focusing on a different material. Gain practical experience and insight into how these sustainable materials can revolutionize design and manufacturing.
There are four workshops in this series:
October 3, 2024 - 6PM-7:30PM - Get ready for Halloween by making spooky window decorations of ghosts and spiders from algae bioplastic.
October 10th, 2024 - 6PM-7:30PM - Trash to treasure - make vases from eggshells!
November 7th, 2024 - 6PM-7:30PM - Learn how to make string from seaweed!
November 14th, 2024 - 6PM-7:30PM - Sculpt charms from milk!
There are 12 slots for each workshop, and registration is required. Attendance is not mandatory for every workshop.
You may be photographed.
Learn more about Emily here: https://www.emilygordin.com/
This program is made possible through the generous support of the Greenpoint Community Environmental Fund.
Brooklyn Public Library - Greenpoint, Eco Lab 3 (Teens) MM/DD/YYYY 60