Makerspace

Safety & Use

Customers must follow all safety instructions given to them by Makerspace staff. This includes, but is not limited to, the wearing of rubber gloves when handling certain materials, heat-resistant gloves when operating heat press machines, and the use of respirator masks to protect from hazardous fumes.

All customers are welcome in the Makerspace, but for safety reasons only customers age 12 or above may use Makerspace facilities and equipment. Customers under the age of 18 must have a caregiver's written approval to operate Makerspace machines.

Customers must follow all other library policies while in the Makerspace.

Materials & Pricing

Materials for all machines are sold in the Makerspace at cost. Customers are required to use the provided materials for the plotter printer, 3D printers, and vinyl cutter. Customers may bring in outside materials for the laser cutter, Cricut, and heat press, but these materials must be reviewed by Makerspace staff to ensure that they are safe to use. It is recommended that customers bring in a receipt showing where the material was purchased and what its intended use is. Pricing for basic Makerspace materials is as follows:

3D Printing Filament: $.05/gram

Adhesive Vinyl: $1/ft

Heat Transfer Vinyl: $3/ft

Poster Paper: $5/ft

Outdoor Paper: $10/ft

Sublimation Sheets: $1/sheet

Miniature Paints: At cost

Laser & Sublimation Material: At cost

The library is not responsible for failed or unsatisfactory projects and does not refund fees for materials.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Makerspace located?

On the 1st floor of Santori Library.

When is the Makerspace open?
Monday - Thursday from 1 - 7 p.m. and Friday - Saturday from 1 - 4 p.m.

Do I need to have a reservation to use the Makerspace?
No, the Makerspace is open for walk-in use. A reservation for a specific machine may be made to guarantee availability. A customer without a reservation can use an available machine for up to 1 hour.

How long can I reserve a machine for?
A customer or group of customers can reserve a single machine for 1 hour per day. Reservations will be honored up to 15 minutes past the scheduled time.

Can I make multiple reservations each day?
No, each customer or group of customers is limited to a single reservation per day.

Can I use the Makerspace machines independently?
Yes, all customers are encouraged to use the machines independently. Staff are available to teach new customers the basics of operating the machines, offer troubleshooting help, and process payment for materials.

Are there any machines I can't use independently?
The 3D printers and sublimation printer are operated by Makerspace staff.

What safety precautions are there in the Makerspace?
Makerspace supplies include rubber gloves for working with certain glues or paints, heat-resistant gloves for operating the heat press, and an air purifier. Makerspace staff may require customers to use safety precautions when working on certain projects.

How long can I stay in the Makerspace?
There is no time limit on using the Makerspace. Customers may use a machine for more than 1 hour so long as no other customers are waiting to use it; if another customer is waiting, the first customer should end their use of the machine within 10 minutes of being notified.

How old do I have to be to use the Makerspace?
Customers over the age of 12 are allowed to use the Makerspace. Customers under the age of 18 must have a caregiver's written approval to operate Makerspace machines.

Can I use the Makerspace without a library card?
Yes, we welcome any customers to use the Makerspace regardless of where they live.

What does it cost to use the Makerspace?
Materials for all machines are sold in the Makerspace at cost. Customers are required to use the provided materials for the plotter printer, 3D printers, and vinyl cutter.

Can I bring in my own materials?
Yes, customers are welcome to bring in outside materials for use with our Cricut, laser cutter, or heat press. Please note that all materials must be reviewed by Makerspace staff to ensure that they are safe to use. It is recommended that customers bring in a receipt showing where the material was purchased and what its intended use is.

Can I send requests to the Makerspace from home?
3D print requests may be sent to Makerspace staff using the 3D printing request form. Makerspace staff cannot accept remote requests for any other projects.