Makerspace

At the Makerspace in our Westminster Square Branch (100-31 Farley Drive) you can discover, experiment and create using our many software and technology offerings in a hands-on learning environment. The Makerspace is accessible by appointment only. Appointments can be booked up to an hour and a half. Makerspace equipment and materials are free to use. Call or email Makerspace staff to book an appointment. Note: Due to recent high demand, Makerspace appointments are limited at this time.

We are pleased to offer tours to schools and community groups at the Makerspace. Fill out the tour request form to arrange a tour. 

3D Printing

Ultimaker 3D Printers

Reservations can be made by contacting Makerspace staff. There is no charge for using the printers. There is a time limit of an hour and a half per person. For more information, please read our 3D printer rules.

Creality CR-SCAN 01 Portable 3D Scanner

 The Creality scanner enables high-precision scanning and replication of objects big and small. It supports 3D printing, animation and industrial design, modeling, and other creative projects and is compatible with Windows and Mac.

3D Laser Cutter

Glowforge® Plus

The Glowforge Plus laser printer can cut, engrave, and score wood and other materials.

Book the Glowforge Plus by contacting Makerspace staff. There is no charge for using the printer. There is a time limit of an hour and a half per person.  Individuals under 13 must be accompanied with a parent/guardian.

Apple Pencil

This stylus works on Apple’s iPads, available in the Makerspace. Perfect for all ages, the Apple Pencil is used for drawing, art creation, sketching, and other creative applications.

Button Maker

Turn your original designs into buttons with our 1.25” or 2” button makers. There is no charge to use the button makers. There is a time limit of an hour and a half per person.

Computerized Embroidery Machine

Janome Memory Craft 500E with Artistic Digitizer Jr.

The Janome machine comes with 160 build-in embroidery designs and allows users to personalize home décor items, garments, and accessories.

Book the embroidery machine by contacting Makerspace staff. There is no charge for using the embroidery machine. There is a time limit of an hour and a half per person.  Individuals under 13 must be accompanied with a parent/guardian.

Cutting Machine

Cricut® Maker

The Cricut machine allows for printing on various materials. Users can cut, score, sew, engrave, iron-on, and customize. The Cricut® Maker can be booked for a time slot of an hour and a half.

Digitization Station

Epson V800 Photo Scanner

This scanner contains various attachments to scan 35 mm slides (12 frames), 35 mm film strips (18 frames), medium format film (1 frame, up to 6 x 20 cm), and 4" x 5" film (1 frame).

The photo scanner can be booked for a time slot of an hour and a half.

Elgato Video Capture

Convert VHS and camcorder tapes to digital files using the Elgato converter, Video Capture software, and a VCR at the Makerspace.

The converter and equipment can be booked for a time slot of an hour and a half.

Robotics

• Ozobots
• Cubelets
• iRoots Robots

Gaming Room

Video Game Consoles

• PlayStation4
• Nintendo Switch

Virtual Reality

• Oculus Quest

Please view the Virtual Reality Rules and Regulations. 

To use virtual reality at the Makerspace, users must sign the Virtual Reality Consent Form. This can be done prior to your appointment by submitting the online Virtual Reality Consent Form. Parents or Guardians must consent for each child under the age of 13.

Audio and Video Recording Room

Audio Equipment and Software:

• Audio Interface
• Microphone Condenser (2)
• Monitor Headphones (2)
• Studio Monitors
• Keyboard Controller
• iMac
• Pro Tools and Audacity
• iRig HD 2  
• M-Audio SP-2 Sustain Pedal 

Video Software and Equipment:

• Canon EOS Rebel T7 DSLR Camera
  
• Green Screen
• iPad and stand
• Adobe Premiere

The audio and video recording room may be booked by individuals 13 years or older. Individuals must attend a mandatory orientation session with Makerspace staff.

Adobe Suite Software

• InDesign
• Illustrator
• Photoshop
• Premiere Pro
• Adobe XD, and more!

Hypervsn 3D Hologram 

See the Hypervsn 3D Hologram in action when you visit the Makerspace!