Director reports busy spring, summer kickoff and Innovation Zone soft launch planned for June

Farmers Branch — In the director's report, library staff highlighted recent and upcoming programming and said they are preparing to soft‑launch an Innovation Zone with a 3‑D printer, a Glowforge laser cutter and sewing machines.

The director summarized spring break attendance (more than 600 people across programs) and special events such as a large viewing party and hands‑on programs. The board was told that the Innovation Zone will be available for booking around the summer reading kickoff on June 1 if final equipment setup and testing are completed. “We are also hoping to have the innovation zone soft launch ready to go,” the director said.

The library is also finalizing details for its summer reading program and children's prizes; staff will order prizes and schedule associated events. The board discussed logistics for popular programs (space, supervision, and potential conflicts with election use of some facilities) and confirmed a busy summer schedule. The director confirmed staff are coordinating equipment, bookings and outreach so the new makerspace can be used by patrons once safety and training protocols are in place.

Next actions: staff will continue equipment setup and report readiness in director's updates; the board will oversee scheduling and volunteer/supervision needs as programs roll out.