The North Manchester Public Library Makerspace is . . . Two kindergartners painting a watercolor for their favorite teacher.  A kid investigating the wonders of electricity and sparking a life long interest in technology.  A bunch of teens meeting up to play vintage board games.  A babysitter introducing a group of kids to the highly addicting Perler Beads station.  A parent sewing a Halloween costume.  A grandparent converting old slides into digital files so the whole family can remember that epic road trip to the Grand Canyon in the 70's. 

In the Makerspace patrons of all ages are free to create, tinker, investigate, and learn.  Housed in the library's large basement facility, there's plenty of room for families, friends, groups, and individuals to immerse themselves in a project for a few minutes or a few hours!

Patrons who would like to use the Makerspace must:
  • Obtain a key from the front desk.
  • Sign their name and phone number at the front desk.
  • Be 18+ years of age or be accompanied by an adult

The Makerspace area is available for use Monday through Thursday 10:00 AM through 7:00 PM and Friday and Saturday 10:00 AM through 4:00 PM.  The Makerspace will be closed if designated programs of the North Manchester Public Library are using the space. Patrons are encouraged to call ahead to make sure that the space is available before stopping in to use it.

MAKERSPACE STATIONS

​ART SUPPLIES
The Makerspace is well stocked with colorful paper, markers, scissors, glue, crayons, watercolor paints and lots of other fun crafting supplies for any budding artist to use!
ELLISON ROLLMODEL DYE CUT
Handmade cards, bulletin boards, homework assignments, art projects, teaching & learning materials - the possibilities are endless!  
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A low-tech version of a Cricut, our Ellison RollModel allows all ages and abilities to quickly churn out a wide variety of paper shapes.  Our library of dies feature dozens of designs - from ABCs and 123s to Animal Masks and Miniature Gift Bags.  Makerspace users will love this station and are welcome to bring their own construction paper, printer paper, and cardstock or to pull something out of the paper grab box provided by the library.

The Ellison is safe and easy to use.  With adult supervision, even young children can take an active part in producing their own creations.  Stop by the die cut station the next time you need to jazz up a project!​
PERLER BEADING
Over 10,000 Perler Beads will help you make one-of-a-kind projects that you can take home! Beading trays come in all shapes and sizes. Templates available.​
PLAYDOH
Create with all kinds of colorful Playdoh, as well as Playdoh tools and mats.
​SNAP CIRCUITS
Learn how electricity works! These Science kits snap together in hundred of ways to create light, sound, and motion.
SEWING MACHINES
Use our sewing machines to help you with any sewing projects you've been working on. We also have scrap fabric if you would like to create a quick accessory!
WEAVING LOOMS
These small weaving looms come with pre-measured bands that you can weave into colorful pot-holders. Easy and fun for all ages.
BOARD GAMES
From classics games like Monopoly, to new favorites like Pick Your Poison, grab a game, pull up a chair, and settle in for some fun!

MAKERSPACE TO GO

The North Manchester Public Library has a variety of Makerspace items for patrons to check out and take home! Want to experiment with stop motion? Check out our kit! In need of a hammer for a craft project? Check out our tool box! Interested in experiment with virtual reality? Check out Google Cardboard!

Items may be checked out by NMPL library card holders (no MCS Student cards or reciprocal cards), and items may be checked out for one week at a time. The late fee for these items is $5.00 per day to a maximum of $15.00, however Makerspace items can be renewed as long as there have been no holds placed. Makerspace items must be returned inside the library. They may not be left outside dropbox. If the item is left in the dropbox, a $5.00 fine will be added to the patron’s account. 
LITTLE BITS KIT
​littleBits is a system of electronic building blocks that snap together to turn ideas into inventions! Kids will gain skills to live in today's world and INVENT tomorrow's world with this fun and easy to use kit. Use the instruction book included in this kit to get started, or download the FREE LittleBits App on your smart phone for step by step instructions and invention ideas. 
MAKEY MAKEY KIT
Makey Makey is an electronic invention tool and toy that allows users to connect everyday objects to computer programs. Design your own controller with everyday materials like playdough or bananas! With Makey Makey, the world is your construction kit!
GOOGLE CARDBOARD
Google Cardboard is a virtual reality platform developed by Google for use with a head mount for a smartphone. Google Cardboard brings immersive experiences to everyone in a simple and affordable way. You're just one step away from experiencing virtual reality on your smartphone - check out a kit today!
HUE ANIMATION KIT
Explore the world of Stop Motion! HUE Animation is an award-winning complete stop motion animation kit, that includes the HUE HD camera, software and 60-page book - everything you need to start creating your own masterpiece! 
TOOLKIT
​Need a hammer to finish a craft project? Want some measuring tape to make sure your new chair will fit in the living room? Check out our tool-kit, complete with screwdrivers, bits, ratchets, Allen wrenches, pliers, a hammer, a leveler, a wrench, a utility knife, metal spring clams, rulers, measuring tape and more!