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@mobilemakers_chicago is having a block party and we’re gonna be there! This FREE community event will have music, food, and activities for neighbors of all ages. Join us on Saturday, May 13th at 3390 W Bloomingdale Ave from 11am-5pm! @mobil
🤩Applications are now open to join our new Ambassador Board!🎉 Many of you have been looking for more ways to get involved with the Tool Library, so here is an AMAZING way to play a part. This group will be focused on planning events and coordinat
It’s been a while since we’ve gotten a good before/after, but Tool Library member Joe sent us this stunning transformation! 🤩 Joe borrowed a flooring stapler, nail gun, clamps, a workbench, and a drop cloth to make this magic. He was so
🚀Coming to the inventory soon: mini sewing machines, food thermometer, infrared thermometer, and PH meter!
This semester almost 100 students at @archatillinois took a studio class inspired by the Chicago Tool Library!! Students visited CTL and spent the semester designing their own innovative community library spaces. Our Executive Director Tessa atten