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Maker Metro

Hop on board Maker Metro and start creating!

The Maker Metro, located in the Park Branch, is a DIY space available to help your creative juices flow! Create gifts for yourself or others using any of the machines in the space, during a scheduled appointment.

You must have a library card to utilize the space. Don't have a library card? No problem! Visit any branch of the Clark County Public Library and sign up for a card, or do so online.

Patrons must also sign a waiver which will be kept on file at the library. Any patron under 18 must also have their parent or legal guardian's signature on said waiver. Click on the waiver here: https://www.ccplohio.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/86/2025/01/Maker-Metro-Release-Form-August-12-2024.pdf

To note, any patron under the age of 13 must have an adult with them at all times while using the Maker Metro.

Maker Metro is available by appointment only at this time. Appointments may be booked in one-hour increments, for up to a maximum of 2 hours a day. Make an appointment by calling (937) 322-2498 or send an email to: makermetro@ccplohio.org.

All machinery and laptops are free to use and there is no charge for materials which are in stock. Patrons are limited to making a total of 5 items with library supplies, but may make more if they supply their own materials (which must be approved by staff). There will be a charge for materials in the future, but updated information on pricing will be shared through signage and the library website.

Patrons are responsible for their designs and projects, but staff is available to help answer questions. It's best to create designs in advance and bring them on a flash drive or SD card, however some templates are available. Access to some templates will require a Canva account.

For full details on Maker Metro usage please refer to our policy here: https://www.ccplohio.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/86/2025/01/Maker-Metro-Use-Policy-January-15-2025.pdf

Please be respectful of staff and patrons and equipment and space. We aim to foster an inclusive space where anyone can come in, create and learn!

3D printer at work

One of the 3D printers is shown in action here. This is just one example of the fun that happens in the Maker Metro.

Maker Metro Equipment

Glowforge

There are limited supplies available for use with Glowforge, such as maple plywood, acrylic and dog tags. Personal supplies must be approved

3D Printer

Printer creates 3D item designed by using a computer. Filament provided by library. Designs to use can be found on variety of websites.

Cricut

Cricut cuts a design out of material of your choice. Some possibilities include decals, stickers and greeting cards.

Glowforge

There are limited supplies available for use with Glowforge, such as maple plywood, acrylic and dog tags. Personal supplies must be approved

3D Printer

Printer creates 3D item designed by using a computer. Filament provided by library. Designs to use can be found on variety of websites.

Cricut

Cricut cuts a design out of material of your choice. Some possibilities include decals, stickers and greeting cards.

More Equipment

Sawgrass Sublimation Printer

This will print image files onto transfer paper using special sublimation ink. When heated, image will transfer onto material of choice.

Heat Press

This will adhere sublimation ink or vinyl to t-shirts, tote bags and more. Limited supply of bags. Personal items must be approved.

Cricut Mug Press

Press can adhere sublimated ink to sublimation blanks or sublimation compatible mugs or poly-coated cups. Limited supply of mugs available.

Sawgrass Sublimation Printer

This will print image files onto transfer paper using special sublimation ink. When heated, image will transfer onto material of choice.

Heat Press

This will adhere sublimation ink or vinyl to t-shirts, tote bags and more. Limited supply of bags. Personal items must be approved.

Cricut Mug Press

Press can adhere sublimated ink to sublimation blanks or sublimation compatible mugs or poly-coated cups. Limited supply of mugs available.

Even More Equipment

Button Makers

Button makers allow you to create a 1-inch, 1.5-inch or 2.25-inch pinback button out of any paper. Limited supply of materials available.

VHS to DVD Converter

Equipment allows you to convert video from a VHS tape to a blank DVD. Bring your own DVD and be sure to rewind your VHS tape.

Digital Turntable

Convert vinyl records into digital files using Audacity. Allow time to play vinyl fully to record and save electronically or to flash drive.

Button Makers

Button makers allow you to create a 1-inch, 1.5-inch or 2.25-inch pinback button out of any paper. Limited supply of materials available.

VHS to DVD Converter

Equipment allows you to convert video from a VHS tape to a blank DVD. Bring your own DVD and be sure to rewind your VHS tape.

Digital Turntable

Convert vinyl records into digital files using Audacity. Allow time to play vinyl fully to record and save electronically or to flash drive.
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