Get ready to press the fast-forward button on your tech knowledge, because the Arlington Public Library is hosting the APL Tech Fair on Saturday, Jan. 24, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. It's happening at the George W. Hawkes Downtown Library, and the best part? It's free, with doors wide open to anyone who wants to drop by—no sign-up necessary.
The fair aims to plug everyone into the latest tech, directly targeting the digital divide with an arsenal of the coolest gadgets around. For those keen on digital crafting, the Makerspace is set to roll out 3D printers and vinyl cutters, inviting attendees to get their hands dirty and brains buzzing with personalized creations. Meanwhile, the Genealogy Department is getting in on the act with their digitization equipment, offering a time machine of sorts for your cherished memories, transforming them into digital keepsakes.
Folks looking to sharpen their digital wits have a spot here, too. According to the information from the Arlington Public Library's news article, the Adult Education Department will serve up dish out details on digital literacy classes for all—from tweeting newbies to those brushing up on their Excel skills. Young minds aren't left in the lurch, either, as the children's librarian is gearing up to unleash the mysteries of robotics, a teaser for the robotic-themed programs waiting in the wings.
And it's not just a library affair. Technology's tentacles extend across the cityscape, and representatives are showing up to prove it. With tools in hand, the Arlington Water Department will demonstrate the science-fiction-turned-reality cameras used in examining the city’s water pipes. Reaching beyond the void, the UTA's ARDRC, School of Social Work, and Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice will all have a stake at this gathering, providing perspectives on the tech influence in their respective fields.
