Maker Space Schedule
The Maker Space will be closed Thursday May 15th due to the VPI Job Fair. It will reopen on Friday May 16th at 1pm.
| Monday | Tuesday |  Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | |
| Staffed Hours | 1:15 pm to 4:45 pm | 1:15 pm to 4:45 pm | 3:15 pm to 6:45 pm | 1:15 pm to 4:45 pm | 1:15 pm to 4:45 pm | 9:30 am to 1 pm 2 pm to 4:45 pm |
| Extended Access Hours (Self-Serve): | 9:30 am to 1:00 pm | 9:30 am to 1:00 pm | 9:30 am to 1:00 pm | 5:00 pm to 8:30 pm | 9:30 am to 1:00 pm |
Booking Maker Space Equipment
- During staffed hours the items listed below must be booked in advance by clicking on the equipment's name or clicking the "Book Now" button above.Â
- Items can only be booked up to 3 weeks in advance.
- Walk-in usage during staffed hours may be possible if there are no bookings.Â
- Please arrive on time for your appointment, appointments will automatically cancel 15 minutes after the start time
- You must sign up and be approved to use the space during extended access hours
- During extended access hours limited staff help is available, it's expected you are comfortable using the equipment on your own
- If you don't have an appointment when staffed hours start, clients with an appointment will take priority, in this scenario please ensure to give yourself ample time to finish before the first appointment
- Fill out the Extended Hours Sign-Up form
We are now offering Drop-In Tech Help at Claremont on Wednesdays!
Please visit the 1-1 Device Assistance page to get more details!
Maker Space Equipment
Maker Space Equipment
Paranormal Exploration Kit and Cricut Now Available!
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We now have a Paranormal Exploration Kit available as a loanable item and a Cricut Explore Air 2 as a bookable Maker Space item!
Paranormal Exploration Kit
The Paranormal Exploration Kit is now available for loan at the library! Take it home and learn about the supernatural. The kit includes a copy of "Ghost Hunting for Dummies" so even beginners can learn how to properly and safely explore when hunting. The kit also includes dowsing rods, a spirit box, an EMF Reader and headlamps for safety. This kit can be booked online here: https://pickering.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S228C174534
Cricut Explore Air 2
Also available is the Cricut! This Cricut Explore Air 2 is available for use in the Maker Space. The Cricut provides a similar niche as our Vinyl Cutter but on a more accessible level, with many tutorials and videos on the internet by DIY enthusiasts and entrepreneurs.
Just like every other piece of Maker Space equipment you need:
- A valid Pickering Public Library Card
- A piece of Photo ID to sign the Maker Space Waiver for your first visit each year.
Book it online through Setmore: https://pickeringpubliclibrary.setmore.com/services
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Maker Space FAQs
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A Maker is anyone who wants to build, innovate, or create. From fibre arts to STEM-based projects, we would love to celebrate everything you can make!Â
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A space where imaginations soar; where a shared community joins together in a collaborative movement to change the future. Pickering Public Library’s Maker Space will inspire creativity, foster innovation and empower our residents to meet the demands of an ever-changing global economy. With communal access to 21st century tools and learning styles, you can test your concepts, design, create and build with a community of makers, and bring your ideas to life.
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Generally speaking, clients are welcome to supply their own equipment and or material. If you are supplying your own material to use with Maker Space equipment, you are required to speak to staff to confirm compatibility and or pricing before using the equipment.
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If you've reached the end of your allotted time with Maker Space equipment and wish to continue using it, please see a Maker Space staff member about making another booking for the equipment. Generally speaking, as long as there is no conflict with a previous client booking, items can be renewed.
Technology FAQs
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Black & White printing: 10 cents a page
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The Library provides Wireless Printing services at our Central, George Ashe and Claremont locations. These services are designed to accommodate our clients' needs to print from their personal devices (laptops, phones, tablets, etc.).
Mobility Print: To use Mobility Print at the Library, navigate to the Mobility Print setup (available on Library Wifi only) and follow the instructions for your device. You will be required to create your own PaperCut account in order to use Mobility Print to submit your print job. Click on this link to create a PaperCut account. Once submitted the document can be released from the Release Station by entering your username.
Once received the document can be released from the 1st Floor release station by entering your Papercut account name.
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All three Library locations have a photocopier.Â
Photocopier costs:
Black & White copies (Letter/Legal): 10 cents a page
Colour copies (Letter/Legal): 50 cents a pageBlack & White copies (Tabloid): 20 cents a page
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All PPL locations offer free WiFi. Look for the network Library Wifi on your device. No special settings, usernames or passwords are required.
