Maker Space

Access Requirements: The Maker Space is available for use by anyone who meets the following requirements:

• Holds a valid Georgina Public Library card (library cards are free to anyone living, working, attending school, or paying taxes in Georgina).
• Users must be 13 years of age and older. Users under 13 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times, and the parent or guardian will be considered the main user.

• Attend a Maker Space Program
• Attend our Maker Space Open Hours:
  • Tuesdays (until August 25) 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Thursdays (until August 27) 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Saturdays (until August 29) 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Book a 1-on-1 appointment with our Maker Space programmer to learn how to use the equipment. 

Book a 1-on-1 appointment with our Maker Space programmer by email.

Once you email for a booking, our Maker Space programmer will be in touch within 4 days to confirm your appointment.

Your first appointment will be with our Maker Space programmer so you can become familiar with the equipment. The goal of these appointments is for you to be able to work safely and independently in the space. This may take several appointments.

Rules and Guidelines:

• In order to guarantee access to the Maker Space, we encourage you to book an appointment ahead of time.
• Users can access one piece of equipment per appointment.
• Users are limited to a maximum of one appointment per day.
• Appointments are one hour in length.
• Reservations will be held for 10 minutes after the scheduled start time.
• The individual who reserves the equipment will be considered the primary user and is responsible for any damage or misuse.
• Library staff can only offer limited assistance with graphics design. We encourage you to select
  pre-made designs from our catalogues.

General Usage:

• Equipment must be used in the Maker Space and cannot be taken offsite.
• Users must save any work on an external memory device.
• No food or drinks of any kind are permitted in the Maker Space.
• Maker Space computers are reserved for digital media projects and not for general computer use.

3D Printer

Bambu X2D Guidelines

Experience 3D printing with our Bambu X2D. Bring your designs to life, whether you’re a pro or a beginner.

Software:

The following software is used to slice and send compatible jobs (.STL) to the 3D printers.  

• Bambu Studio

The following software is free to find/create 3D designs.  

• Tinkercad
• Thingiverse

To inquire about getting something printed, please visit our Maker Space Open Hours or email makerspace@georgina.ca. Please allow for a minimum of 7 business days for your print to be completed.

Pricing

PLA Filament - $0.10 per gram of filament used (Price includes HST) 

Laser Cutter

Glowforge Guidelines

Unleash your creativity with our Glowforge laser cutter! Transform digital designs into functional and artistic objects using wood, leather, acrylic, and more. Choose from our materials or bring your own. Our Maker Space staff will provide guidance on material compatibility. Get ready to craft stunning projects with precision and ease!

The Glowforge is free to use if patrons supply their own materials. If you would like to bring in your own material, it must be approved by a Maker Space staff member.

Materials provided by the Library:

• Plywood *plus required masking tape* $10.00/bundle (12” x 19”)

*Upon purchase, patrons will own the entire piece of material and can use the piece of material for multiple projects.

Cricut

Cricut Guidelines

Fuel your creativity with the Cricut Maker! Design and cut illustrations on a variety of materials, creating anything from intricate paper artwork to large vinyl signage. Let your imagination run wild in your creative space.

The Cricut Maker is free to use if patrons supply their own materials. If you would like to bring in your own material, it must be approved by a Maker Space staff member.

Design and cut on various materials:

• Heat transfer vinyl $2.00/sheet (12" x 10")*
• Permanent vinyl $2.00/sheet (12" x 12")*
• Cardstock $0.50/sheet (8.5" x 11")*
• Transfer tape $0.50/sheet (12" x 10")*

*The Cricut is free to use if patrons bring their own materials.

*Upon purchase, patrons will own the entire piece of material and can use the piece of material for multiple projects.

Cricut Heat Press and Mug Press

Explore endless possibilities in personalizing clothing, accessories, and home décor using our equipment. 
Design and cut various heat-press materials with our Cricut machines, and complete your project on our Cricut Heat Press. Purchase materials on-site, and our staff is here to assist, ensuring safe and successful applications. Unleash your creativity with our Cricut Mug Press and Heat Press—perfect for crafting custom mugs, t-shirts, and more using heat transfer vinyl and sublimation. 

The Cricut Heat Press and Mug Press are free to use if patrons supply their own materials. Patrons can also purchase the following materials to use on our machines.

Cricut Mug Press

• $4.00/sublimation mug  

Cricut Heat Press 

• $4.00/sublimation puzzle (8”x10”)  
• $4.00/tote bag  

Button Maker

If you want a custom button to pin to your jacket or gift to a friend, why not create your own?

Custom Button Making:

• 0.60 cents per button (Price includes HST)

iMac Workstation

Embark on your creative journey at our iMac workstation, equipped with a diverse range of software. Whether you're into sound, photo, or video editing, 2D or 3D modeling, or illustration and graphic design, our free and licensed software options provide the tools you need to bring your vision to life.

Recording Studio and Green Screen

Unleash your creativity in our Recording Studio! Whether you're an aspiring musician, podcaster, or sound enthusiast, our recording studio is your creative playground.

Vinyl Printer and Cutter

Makes vinyl signs, banners, apparel, decals, and more with the Roland BN20A printer/cutter.

Roland BN20A Printer/Cutter:

High-quality printing:

Materials provided by the Library:

• Sticker paper $7.00/linear foot (12” x 20”)

Large Format Printer

Experience high-quality printing on our large format printer! The Epson SureColor P8570D 44-Inch Wide-Format Dual Roll Printer offers versatile options for creating posters, graphics, signs, and more.

High-quality printing (poster, artwork):

Note: For best results, we’d like to receive print files that are a minimum of 180 pixels per inch.

• Poster paper $7.00/linear foot (12" x 44")
• Matte paper $7.00/linear foot (12" x 44")
• Photo paper $8.00/linear foot (12" x 36")

Sublimation Printer

Use our new Epson EcoTank ET-2800 Sublimation Printer to bring your designs to life.

• $1.00/sheet (8.5” x 11”)

Halo Laminator

Protect and preserve your documents using the Halo Laminator.

• $1.00/sheet (8.5” x 11”) Laminating sheet

DSLR Camera

Enhance your photography and video projects by pairing the Canon EOS Rebel T7 DSLR camera with our green screen. Unleash your creativity and achieve professional-looking shots with the versatility of a green screen backdrop.

Canon EOS Rebel T7:

• Free to use for photography and video projects

Sewing and Embroidery Machine

Elevate your creations with custom embroidery on the Singer SE9180 Sewing and Embroidery Machine. Whether you're personalizing garments or adding unique touches to your projects, these machines offer the versatility and precision needed for exquisite custom embroidery work.

• Thread $0.75/1000 stitches (Sewing is free if patrons supply their own materials.)

Machines are free to use if patrons supply their own materials (Glowforge and Cricut Maker only). Materials must be approved in advance of use by Maker Space staff to ensure compatibility with machines; patron must make an appointment with Maker Space staff or attend drop-in hours with material in order to have material assessed. Advance approval by Maker Space staff is required for use of large quantities of materials if materials are being supplied by Georgina Public Library.

Maker Space Open Hours
Discovery Branch
Tuesdays, until August 25
Thursdays, until August 27
3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
All ages welcome
Drop in

Visit our Maker Space and discuss logistics of future projects with our staff. Access to equipment and assistance in the Maker Space may vary based on staff availability. For guaranteed access to the Maker Space, we encourage you to book an appointment.

Maker Space Open Hours
Discovery Branch
Saturdays, until August 29 (Saturday, August 15 from 2-4 p.m. is cancelled)
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
All ages welcome
Drop in

Visit our Maker Space and discuss logistics of future projects with our staff. Access to equipment and assistance in the Maker Space may vary based on staff availability. For guaranteed access to the Maker Space, we encourage you to book an appointment.

Discovery Branch
Sunday, August 30
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
For age 18+
Register online starting Tuesday, July 28 noon to reserve your spot.

Learn how to create your own embroidery design using our Singer SE9180 machine.

Discovery Branch
Tuesdays, September 29 until November 17
Thursdays, September 17 until November 19
3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
For ages 13+

Visit our Maker Space and work on projects with our staff. Access to equipment and assistance in the Maker Space may vary based on staff availability. For guaranteed access to the Maker Space, we encourage you to book an appointment. Participants under 13 are welcome to attend if actively supervised by a caregiver.

Discovery Branch
Saturdays, September 26 until November 7
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
For ages 13+

Visit our Maker Space and work on projects with our staff. Access to equipment and assistance in the Maker Space may vary based on staff availability. For guaranteed access to the Maker Space, we encourage you to book an appointment. Participants under 13 are welcome to attend if actively supervised by a caregiver. 

Discovery Branch
Saturday, September 5, October 10
10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
For ages 6+
Register on our website starting Tuesday, August 25 at noon to reserve your spot for Saturday, September 5.
Register on our website starting Tuesday, August 25 at noon to reserve your spot for Saturday, October 10.

Learn the basics of 3D printing and leave with a 3D creation from our Maker Space.

Discovery Branch
Sunday, September 6
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
For ages 6+

Turn meltable beads into groovy keychains for your back-to-school backpack! Caregiver assistance may be required.

Discovery Branch
Wednesdays, September 9, October 7, November 11
1:30 p.m. to 2:15 p.m.
For ages 4 to 6
Register online on the last Tuesday of the previous month at noon to reserve your spot.

Register starting Tuesday, August 25 at noon for the Wednesday, September 9 session.
Register starting Tuesday, September 29 at noon for the Wednesday, October 7 session.
Register starting Tuesday, October 27 at noon for the Wednesday, November 11 session.

Explore the basics of coding through fun, screen-free games and activities. Caregivers must be in the room with their child at all times.

Pefferlaw Branch
Wednesday, September 9
7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Register online starting Tuesday, August 25 at noon for the Wednesday, September 9 session.

Peter Gzowski (Sutton) Branch
Tuesday, November 24
7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Register online starting Tuesday, October 27 at noon for the Tuesday, November 24 session.
For ages 18+

Join us for a fun paint night! Participants will paint a decorative laser cut project made in our Glowforge.
The $10.00 fee can be paid on the night of the program.  

Customize an Orange Shirt with Jared Big Canoe
Discovery Branch
Thursday, September 10
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
For ages 6+
Register starting Tuesday, August 25 at noon to reserve your 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. spot.
Register starting Tuesday, August 25 at noon to reserve your 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. spot.
Please only register for one session. 

Join us for a fun paint night! Participants will paint a decorative laser cut project made in our Glowforge.
The $10.00 fee can be paid on the night of the program.

Learn about the history of Orange Shirt Day from Jared Big Canoe, and make your own orange shirt in our Maker Space. 

Discovery Branch
Tuesday September 15
7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
For ages 18+
Register online starting Tuesday, August 25 at noon to reserve your spot.  

Learn the basics of sublimation to make your own personalized puzzle with our sublimation printer. Participants will be asked to email their photos before the program. The $5.00 cost recovery fee can be paid on the day of the program.

Discovery Branch
Wednesdays, September 16 until November 18 (Please note, there is no program on October 21).
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
For ages 8 to 13
Drop in while supplies last

Wind down after school and have fun with STEAM activities in our Maker Space.

Discover Branch
Sunday, September 20
2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
All ages welcome
Come and go drop-in program

As part of Town of Georgina's Cultural Festival weekend, come make a coaster with your country's flag. Caregiver assistance may be required.

Peter Gzowski (Sutton) Branch
Wednesday, October 7
Pefferlaw Branch
Wednesday, October 28
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
All ages welcome
Come and go drop-in program.

Decorate a coaster using Cricut infusible ink and our heat press.

Discovery Branch
Sunday, October 18
Sunday, November 15
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
For ages 15+
Register online on the last Tuesday of the previous month starting at noon to reserve your spot.

Register starting Tuesday, September 29 at noon for the Sunday, October 18 session.
Register starting Tuesday, October 27 at noon for the Sunday, November 15 session.

Learn how to use our Cricut machines and work towards using them independently. The program is designed for individuals with no prior experience.

Discovery Branch
Wednesday October 21, Thursday, October 22
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
For ages 15+
Register starting Tuesday, September 29 at noon to reserve your spot.

For Wednesday, October 21, choose a 15-minute photo session:

6:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.
6:45 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.
7:15 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
7:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.
7:45 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
8:00 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.
8:15 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

For Thursday, October 22, choose a 15-minute photo session:

6:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.
6:45 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.
7:15 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
7:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.
7:45 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
8:00 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.
8:15 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Celebrate Small Business Week with a free photo session in our Maker Space.

Discovery Branch
Friday, October 23
4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
For ages 12 to 18
Come and go drop-in program

Put your creativity and precision to the test as you paint a spooky board game perfect for Halloween.

Discovery Branch
Sunday, October 25, November 8
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
For ages 15+
Register online on the last Tuesday of the previous month starting at noon to reserve your spot.

Register starting Tuesday, September 29 at noon for the Sunday, October 25 session.
Register starting Tuesday, October 27 at noon for the Sunday, November 8 session.

Learn how to use our Glowforge laser engraver, and work towards using it independently. This program is designed for individuals with no prior experience.

Discovery Branch
Thursday, October 29: 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Friday, October 30: 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
For ages 6+
Come and go drop-in program

Decorate a creature made for a scary story or a fairytale, you decide! Caregiver assistance may be required.

Discovery Branch
Thursday November 5
7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
For ages 18+
Register online starting Tuesday, October 27 at noon to reserve your spot.  

Learn the basics of sublimation to make your own personalized mug with our sublimation printer. Participants will be asked to email their photos before the program. The $5.00 cost recovery fee can be paid on the day of the program.

Discovery Branch
Saturday, November 14
3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
All ages welcome
Come and go drop-in program

Decorate a wooden ornament that was made on our Maker Space Glowforge. Caregiver assistance may be required.

Discovery Branch
Saturday November 28
10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
For ages 6+
Come and go drop-in program

Make gift tags out of leftover materials that add a personal touch to every present. Caregiver assistance may be required.