
Welcome to The Makery! Here you’ll find all of the equipment, software, and expertise you'll need to bring your project idea to life. Regular tech classes are held in the lab as well, including: 3D modelling, sewing, graphic design, and computer basics. And don’t forget: there’s always a helpful librarian on staff to help with your tech questions and projects!
Equipment:
- PC & Mac computers
- Prusa MK4 (3D printer)
- Cricut Explore
- Cricut Maker
- Cricut Mug Press
- Cricut Heat Press
- Sewing Machines
- Sawgrass Sublimation Printer
- Professional Audio Recording Equipment
- Green Screen
- VHS and Cassette Tape Conversion Equipment
- Laminator (up to 11x17")
- Document & Photo Scanners
- Slide Scanner
- Microfilm Reader
- Assisted Reading Viewer
- Slide Projector
- Color Printers
- Copiers & Fax
- Typewriter
- Chargers & Adapters
Software:
- Cricut Design Space
- TinkerCAD
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Publisher
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Adobe InDesign
- Adobe After Effects
- Adobe Lightroom
- Adobe Dreamweaver
- Apple Suite (iMovie, iTunes, Garageband, Pages, Keynote)
- Canva
- Audacity (audio editor)
- Hindenburg (audio editor)
- GIMP (photo editor)
- OpenShot (video editor)
- DesignMate (sublimation printing)
Upcoming Tech Classes
Learn to Sew: Patchwork Coasters
Create one-of-a-kind coasters as you learn simple sewing techniques! Choose from a variety of shapes. Beginners welcome!
Nonrefundable fee: $5 check, money order, or credit card.
Video Editing with Openshot
Learn the ins and outs of producing your own videos using OpenShot, a powerful, free video editing software. Beginners welcome!
Senior Tech Tuesdays
New device giving you trouble? Need some advice on what to buy? Whatever your question, our knowledgeable staff is here to help you navigate your tech woes.
3D Printed Mario Pipe Penholder
Design and 3D print custom Super Mario pipe pen holders just in time for Mar10 Day! Basic computer skills are required.
Custom Garden Flags
Spruce up your garden with a custom flag designed by you using our sublimation printer!
Nonrefundable fee: $5 check, money order, or credit card.
Getting Started with Ancestry: Library Edition
Did you know you get free access to Ancestry here at the Library? Learn how to get started with your genealogy research in Ancestry here!
Cricut Crafts: Garden Stakes
Organize your garden with garden stakes designed by you!
Nonrefundable fee: $5 check, money order, or credit card.
Tech Talk: A.I. Chatbots
Explore the latest AI (artificial intelligence) chatbots, like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude, and discover their many uses (and shortcomings).
Getting Started with Ancestry: Library Edition
Did you know you get free access to Ancestry here at the Library? Learn how to get started with your genealogy research in Ancestry here!