Events

Bring your textiles in need of mending for a night of repair and community at the NE Seattle Tool Library.Need help getting your fabric back in tip-top shape? Come to NESTL the 4th Tuesday of each month for Fabric Fix-It!We will have menders on site who can either offer advice on mending, or mend textiles […]

Come join us for our Monthly Volunteer Training where you'll learn new skills and meet other awesome volunteers!Monthly Volunteer TrainingCome join us for our Monthly Volunteer Training at the Shoreline Tool Library! This is a great opportunity to learn more about how you can get involved and help out at the tool library. Whether you're […]

Sign up for time in the workshop here! Reminder: You must take the Workshop Orientation class before using open hoursCome in to our workshop to work on wood projects and get guidance on your woodworking. Once you have completed the workshop orientation you may sign up for open shop hours!We charge a $15 fee to […]

Learn basic safety of our workshop tools. Workshop orientation is necessary to use our workshop during our shop hours.Sign up for a workshop orientation class to learn the basic safety of the tools that we have in our workshop and in order to use the workshop during our shop hours. Email us at shopstewards@seattlereconomy.org if […]

You'll leave this class with the foundation for utilizing a standard home sewing machine.Whether you're a complete beginner or looking for a refresher, this workshop will teach you all the ins and outs of a standard home sewing machine. We'll use the Shoreline Tool Library's machines to explore questions like...How do sewing machines work? When […]

Sign up for time in the workshop here! Reminder: You must take the Workshop Orientation class before using open hoursCome in to our workshop to work on wood projects and get guidance on your woodworking. Once you have completed the workshop orientation you may sign up for open shop hours!We charge a $15 fee to […]

Learn basic safety of our workshop tools. Workshop orientation is necessary to use our workshop during our shop hours.Sign up for a workshop orientation class to learn the basic safety of the tools that we have in our workshop and in order to use the workshop during our shop hours. Email us at shopstewards@seattlereconomy.org if […]

Learn how to use our 3D printers and about 3D modeling. 3D Printer Orientation is necessary to use our in-house Prusa MK3S+ 3D printers.Learn how to find, prepare, and print 3D models on our Prusa MK3S+ 3D printers! No previous knowledge is required. This class will cover where to source 3D models online, how to […]

Sign up for time in the workshop here! Reminder: You must take the Workshop Orientation class before using open hoursCome in to our workshop to work on wood projects and get guidance on your woodworking. Once you have completed the workshop orientation you may sign up for open shop hours!We charge a $15 fee to […]

It's time to chat and craft together. Bring your textiles or craft supplies (or use our sewing supplies), and get to know your community!Got a collection of hole-filled socks you can't get rid of? Have you been meaning to set aside time for your latest alteration, but need some motivation? Come mend with us!Our Community […]

Sign up for time in the workshop here! Reminder: You must take the Workshop Orientation class before using open hoursCome in to our workshop to work on wood projects and get guidance on your woodworking. Once you have completed the workshop orientation you may sign up for open shop hours!We charge a $15 fee to […]

Work with a bike shack volunteer to learn how to tune up your bicycle!Spend an evening at the NE Seattle Tool Library learning the basics of maintaining your bike. Bring your own bike and learn from hands-on experience by addressing your specific needs, such as gear, brake, and bearing adjustments, wheel truing and bike fit. […]

Learn how to use our 3D printers. 3D Printer Orientation is necessary to use our in-house Prusa MK3S+ 3D printers.Learn how to find, prepare, and print 3D models on our Prusa MK3S+ 3D printers! No previous knowledge is required. This class will cover where to source 3D models online, how to slice files using Prusa […]

Empower yourself by working alongside Fikralem, founder of Techs Repair LLC, and gain the skills to repair common electronic devices.Join us for a hands-on, beginner-friendly workshop led by local repair expert Fikralem, founder of Techs Repair LLC and recipient of Washington’s Green Jobs Community Grant. This two-hour workshop is designed to empower participants with the […]

Sign up for time in the workshop here! Reminder: You must take the Workshop Orientation class before using open hoursCome in to our workshop to work on wood projects and get guidance on your woodworking. Once you have completed the workshop orientation you may sign up for open shop hours!We charge a $15 fee to […]

It's time to chat and craft together. Bring your textiles or craft supplies (or use our sewing supplies), and get to know your community!Got a collection of hole-filled socks you can't get rid of? Have you been meaning to set aside time for your latest alteration, but need some motivation? Come mend with us! Our […]

Sign up for time in the workshop here! Reminder: You must take the Workshop Orientation class before using open hoursCome in to our workshop to work on wood projects and get guidance on your woodworking. Once you have completed the workshop orientation you may sign up for open shop hours!We charge a $15 fee to […]

Work with a bike shack volunteer to learn how to tune up your bicycle!Spend an evening at the Shoreline Tool Library learning the basics of maintaining your bike. Bring your own bike and learn from hands-on experience by addressing your specific needs, such as gear, brake, and bearing adjustments, wheel truing and bike fit. You’ll […]

Over two class sessions, you'll create your very own hardwood cutting board to take home!Please note that this two-session class requires all students to have taken the NE Seattle Tool Library's "Workshop Orientation Class", which is registered for separately. You can find upcoming Workshop Orientations on our class schedule.In this hands-on, two-part class, participants will […]

Bring by your broken household items for a night of fixing and community building at the Shoreline Tool Library!It's time to start collecting all those items around the house that need to be fixed but you don't know how. We are having a fixing night at the new Shoreline Tool Library. We will help you […]

We will be discussing "A Psalm for the Wild-Built" by Becky Chambers.Join us for the third edition of NESTL’s book club! We’ll be reading A Psalm for the Wild-Built. We’ll have some discussion topics prepared, but will allow the conversation to flow wherever the group takes it.During June's meeting, we’ll vote as a group to […]

Learn how to use our 3D printers and about 3D modeling. 3D Printer Orientation is necessary to use our in-house Prusa MK3S+ 3D printers.Learn how to find, prepare, and print 3D models on our Prusa MK3S+ 3D printers! No previous knowledge is required. This class will cover where to source 3D models online, how to […]

Sharp tools get the job done, and Joel is going to help you get there. He'll also answer questions about which tools are right for the job.This tool sharpening class is taught by Joel Gregory, one of the founding members of the NE Seattle Tool Library. He'll show you how to sharpen a variety of […]

Sign up for time in the workshop here! Reminder: You must take the Workshop Orientation class before using open hoursCome in to our workshop to work on wood projects and get guidance on your woodworking. Once you have completed the workshop orientation you may sign up for open shop hours!We charge a $15 fee to […]

Sign up for time in the workshop here! Reminder: You must take the Workshop Orientation class before using open hoursCome in to our workshop to work on wood projects and get guidance on your woodworking. Once you have completed the workshop orientation you may sign up for open shop hours!We charge a $15 fee to […]

Come join us for our Monthly Volunteer Training where you'll learn new skills and meet other awesome volunteers!Monthly Volunteer TrainingCome join us for our Monthly Volunteer Training at the NE Seattle Tool Library! This is a great opportunity to learn more about how you can get involved and help out at the tool library. Whether […]

Learn basic safety of our workshop tools. Workshop orientation is necessary to use our workshop during our shop hours.Sign up for a workshop orientation class to learn the basic safety of the tools that we have in our workshop and in order to use the workshop during our shop hours. Email us at shopstewards@seattlereconomy.org if […]

Birding calls for the right equipment, and Russ, longtime birder with Seattle Audubon/Birds Connect Seattle, is here to help prepare you!Calling all bird lovers! In this class, you will learn how to assess and clean your binoculars, spotting scopes and tripods so that you are prepared for your upcoming birding adventures.About the instructor, Russell Steele: […]

Learn how to use our 3D printers. 3D Printer Orientation is necessary to use our in-house Prusa MK3S+ 3D printers.Learn how to find, prepare, and print 3D models on our Prusa MK3S+ 3D printers! No previous knowledge is required. This class will cover where to source 3D models online, how to slice files using Prusa […]

Learn basic safety of our workshop tools. Workshop orientation is necessary to use our workshop during our shop hours.Sign up for a workshop orientation class to learn the basic safety of the tools that we have in our workshop and in order to use the workshop during our shop hours. Email us at shopstewards@seattlereconomy.org if […]

Sign up for time in the workshop here! Reminder: You must take the Workshop Orientation class before using open hoursCome in to our workshop to work on wood projects and get guidance on your woodworking. Once you have completed the workshop orientation you may sign up for open shop hours!We charge a $15 fee to […]

Learn from the Shoreline Fire Department best practices in chainsaw safety.Students will use the Shoreline Tool Library's battery and electric chainsaws, and learn how to safely use these powerful tools. All students must bring their own work gloves and safety glasses.There are limited spots in this class, so please only RSVP if you are confident […]

Sign up for time in the workshop here! Reminder: You must take the Workshop Orientation class before using open hoursCome in to our workshop to work on wood projects and get guidance on your woodworking. Once you have completed the workshop orientation you may sign up for open shop hours!We charge a $15 fee to […]