Due to inclement weather, many Penn Libraries spaces will be closed Sunday, February 22. Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center will operate with limited hours. Goldstein Undergraduate Study Center will operate as usual. See library hours for details.  

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  • Workshop
February 23, 2026

Intro to Metals and Jewelry: Impression Dies

A beginner-friendly, hands-on metals and jewelry workshop where participants learn essential safety and metalworking techniques to create a custom pendant or keychain using professional tools and base metals.

  • 2:00pm - 4:00pm
  • Education Commons Makerspace
Open to Penn Students Only
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February 24, 2026

Ask Us About Podcasting!

Curious about how to start a podcast, tell your story, or share your ideas with audio? Stop by our Ask Us About Podcasting information table to learn about podcasting and the resources available through the Vitale Media Lab at Penn Libraries. Join us to chat with staff about podcasting basics, the tools and equipment you can use, how to reserve gear and spaces, and how to receive training through the Vitale Media Lab!

  • 12:00pm - 2:00pm
  • The ARCH - 3601 Locust Walk, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Open to Penn Students, Faculty, and Staff
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  • Workshop
February 24, 2026

Reimagining Illumination: Make Your Own Paper Circuit

On Tuesday, February 24th, Emily Brooks will lead us in creating our own mini holographic light-up constellation shadow boxes based on artwork from a Netherlandish astronomy book from Penn's collection.

  • 2:00pm - 4:00pm
  • Kislak Center Vitale II, Rm 623, 6th Floor
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