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March Break: Film and Animation
2026-03-18 19:00:00 2026-03-18 20:00:00 America/New_York March Break: Film and Animation Short event description here. McLean Branch and Makerspace -

Wednesday, March 18
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-03-18 19:00:00 2026-03-18 20:00:00 America/New_York March Break: Film and Animation Short event description here. McLean Branch and Makerspace -

Short event description here.

Intended for ages 10+.
Hosted at the Makerspace at McLean Branch.
Advanced registration required.

Did people from the 1800s share funny GIF images like we do today? Maybe by using a phenakistoscope! Regarded as one of the first forms of moving media, this simple device paved the way to moving animation and film. Learn more and create your own this March break!

AGE GROUP: | Tweens and Teens |

EVENT TYPE: | March Break | General |

McLean Branch and Makerspace
Phone: 905-683-4000 ext. 7550
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About the branch

Branch opened in 1994, Makerspace opened in 2023 
6,518 sq. ft. (605 m2) 


McLean Branch was originally designed by Totten Sims Hubicki Associates, and grew with the addition of the Makerspace in 2023. The Makerspace includes The Booth for media recording and editing, laser cutters, 3D printers, and more.  

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