CO+LAB

05/29/2026

Heads up!

The CO+LAB will be closed tomorrow, May 29, as we set up our newly expanded space! Come get a first look at all the cool things we are adding on June 2nd during the library's Summer Reading Kickoff Party!

Learn more here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BTFnqT6My/

05/24/2026

Starting this summer, join us EVERY Friday at 10:30am for Mini Makers in the CO+LAB! Drop by each week for hands-on crafts and maker activities for kids, with new projects featured throughout the summer!

05/19/2026

Thanks to everyone who came out to make birdhouses with us! We learned how the Glowforge laser cutter can make creative projects a breeze, turning simple sheets of maple into an MTV Cribs style abode in minutes! 🐦

Check out other upcoming programs happening in the CO+LAB:
https://billings.librarycalendar.com/events/month?program_types%5B177%5D=177

05/16/2026

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In the coming months, telescopes will be available from Miles City to Libby.

05/16/2026

Find the CO+LAB at the Billings Commuter Challenge Kickoff Party on May 28, and join us for commuter inspired crafts with hi-vis stickers and custom stamps 🚲

Stop by to sign up for the challenge, create something cool, and celebrate another year of biking, walking, and rolling around Billings.

05/12/2026

Heads up! The CO+LAB will be closed tomorrow as we conduct interviews for our seasonal position and plan upcoming summer programs.

We’ll reopen for our regular hours Thursday, May 14 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Thanks for your patience while we get ready for all the big things coming to the CO+LAB this summer!

05/05/2026

We’re hiring!

Join the CO+LAB & Teen Services team this summer helping with makerspace activities, teen programming, creative projects, and library events for all ages.

Apply here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/billingsmt/jobs/5315847/seasonal-colab-teen-services-library-aide-billings-public-library?keywords=library&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

05/05/2026

Your library card unlocks side quests now. 🎟️👀
Explore local experiences with Checkout Billings!

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