Celebrate the opening of the library’s Makerspace!

We are excited to invite you to the grand opening of the Makerspace at the Pakenham branch (128 MacFarlane St). A Makerspace is a creative lab where you can explore new technologies, tools and equipment to bring your own ideas to life.

Our Makerspace is equipped with an xTool laser engraver/cutter, a heat press, a Cricut Maker 3 cutting machine and a button maker. The space is open to all residents with a valid library card. Training sessions, workshops, and open time, when you can work on your own projects, are all offered at the MMPL Makerspace. (A first, mandatory, training is required to use the Makerspace for your own projects.)

Grand opening event details:
• Date: 1 April
• Time: 4 – 7 PM (drop in anytime)
• Location: Pakenham Branch, 128 MacFarlane St.

Learn all about the Makerspace, enjoy some refreshments, watch exciting demonstrations of the equipment, and get inspired to start creating! And don’t worry—this is not an April Fools’ Day joke! We hope to see you here!

This space would not have been possible without the generous financial support of local residents, Maureen and David Dern, as well as the expertise and encouragement of Paddye Mann Clothing and dedicated members of the Pakenham community. Thank you!

Makerspace training registration open for March & April! Ready to bring your ideas to life? The Makerspace at Pakenham Branch (128 MacFarlane St) is a creative lab where you can explore cutting-edge technology, tools, and equipment to create your own projects. (A training session is mandatory before you begin booking time to work on your own projects.)

Available Equipment:
• xTool Laser Engraver/Cutter
• Heat Press
• Cricut Maker 3 Cutting Machine
• Button Maker

Eligibility:
• Adults and users aged 13-17 can use the Makerspace.
• Users aged 13-17 must have parent/guardian consent.
• Youth under 13 must be accompanied by an adult, who has completed MMPL mandatory training.

HOW TO GET STARTED:
1. Verify your library account is active.
2. Book a one-on-one training session and sign the user agreement form.

Materials are available for a small fee, and spaces are filling up fast!
Book a training session here: https://form.jotform.com/250356428941258