MAKE@MHL is a community makerspace at Memorial Hall Library.
Fill out our survey to tell us what you'd like to see offered in the Makerspace!
Makerspace Hours
Hours subject to change based on staff availability.
| Mon-Thurs | 11am - 8pm |
| Friday | 11am - 4:30pm |
| Saturday | 9am - 1pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
General Guidelines
- Patrons must be in at least 6th grade or accompanied by an adult guardian/caregiver.
- No food allowed. Covered drinks only.
- Equipment is available first come first serve.
- Free materials are limited.
- Staff must approve materials prior to use.
- The library is not responsible for materials that are damaged.
Contact us at make@mhl.org with any questions.
3D Printers
Prusa i3 MK3S+
Ender 3 Pro
Ender 3 V2 Neo
Software
3D File Repositories
Find free 3D design files to print.
Design Software
Create your own 3D print files.
- Tinkercad: A free-to-use, web browser based design software for beginners.
- Fusion 360: A paid software, although they do offer free hobbyist licenses for more advanced users.
Slicing Software
Prepares files for the 3D printer.
- Prusa Slicer: Windows/Mac/Linux software.
- Kiri:moto: Browser based slicer for Chromebooks/tablets.
Materials
- 1.75mm PLA filament.
- No additives (example: wood or conductive filament).
Guidelines
- 3D printing is limited to prints that will take less than 6 hours if using your own approved 1.75mm PLA filament, 3 hours if using the library's filament.
- Patrons are limited to 1 3D print per day regardless of print time.
- Patrons must be present until file begins printing.
- Staff reserves the right to refuse to print an object for any reason.
Poster Printer
HP DesignJet T1600 36-inch Printer
- 18" x 24", 24" x 36", or 36" x 48" plain paper - $5
- 18" x 24" glossy paper - $10.
Laser Cutter
Software
- The Glowforge accepts SVG design files.
- SVGs can be found online or created with software such Inkscape or Silhouette Studio Business Edition.
Materials
- Bring your own materials.
- All materials must be checked by staff before being used.
- Materials allowed: wood, laser approved acrylic
- Glowforge Proofgrade materials are highly recommended.
Guidelines
- Glowforge brand materials are highly encouraged. If you are unsure your material is allowed, please ask a staff member.
- Staff will need to check material before the Glowforge can start printing. Staff reserves the right to refuse any material or project for any reason.
- Patrons must stay at the Glowforge and check the project the entire time the machine is running.
- Stop immediately if any error messages pop up and let a staff member know. DO NOT override any error messages or start Glowforge.
- If there is a problem while the machine is running, press the button on the machine immediately and inform a staff member.
- The makerspace is not responsible for any damage to patrons’ materials.
- If the Glowforge shows an error message or Makerspace staff believe a project has become a safety concern, we will need to stop the machine immediately whether or not your project has completed.
- Patrons must agree to follow the guidelines in order to use the Glowforge.
Vinyl Cutters
Silhouette Cameo Pro 24 inch
Silhouette Cameo 5 12 inch
Software
Materials
- Vinyl, heat transfer vinyl, cardstock, and others.
Guidelines
- Do not leave the vinyl cutter unattended.
Other Equipment Available
- Sewing Machines
- Button Maker
- Heat Press
