Dream Builders Parent and Me: Intro to 3D Printing

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The Foundry

Join us for hands-on creativity and problem-solving through The Foundry’s Dream Builders Program!

Funded by Foundation214, this Dream Builders class invites adults and middle schoolers to team up, innovate, and learn hands-on STEAM skills in our Makerspace!

Tech Lab Orientation Safety Class: Intro to 3D Printing

In this orientation-safety class, you’ll learn everything you need to start 3D printing. We'll cover how 3D printing works, where to find free 3D model files online, and how to use PrusaSlicer — free software that prepares your design for printing. By the end, you'll send your very own model to a Prusa 3D printer and watch it come to life. Laptops provided!

This class is designed for parents/guardians, and their children to enjoy together!

What You Will Learn:

How 3D printing works

Where to find free 3D model files (STLs) online

How to use PrusaSlicer to prepare your model for printing

How to send your design to a Prusa 3D printer

How to successfully complete your first 3D print

Completing this class gives you and your child access of our Textile Lab during Open Maker Hours (Mondays 6-9pm and Saturdays 9am-1pm) to learn and use tools for their projects with the help of our knowledgeable supervisors.

Important Information:

Please arrive at least 10 minutes before class starts to fill out the liability waiver

Select one adult ticket and one ticket for each child

This is an Orientation - Safety class

Youth as young as 10 (5th grade), must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times

For questions e-mail el@thefounrybuffalo.org

For More Information about our Makerspaces Visit:

www.thefoundrybuffalo.org/makerspaces

What to Bring:

Yourself and your child

Eligibility:

Open to students in 5th - 8th grade in Fall 2026, you can enroll in any number of sessions (not limited to just one).

Students must be enrolled in Buffalo Public/Charter Schools or reside in one of the following priority zip codes as identified by the United Way: 14201, 14202, 14204, 14206, 14207, 14208, 14209, 14210, 14211, 14212, 14213, 14215, 14216, 14218, 14220

Cancellation Policy:

www.thefoundrybuffalo.org/cancellation-policy

More About The Foundry:

www.thefoundrybuffalo.org