The Studio | Allen County Public Library
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The Studio offers a variety of in-person programs, to get you started on a new project or take your skills to the next level. Introductory programs focus on basic machine and software operation, while intermediate programs build on previous knowledge allowing you to explore new techniques, skills, or types of projects. Most programs are all-ages. 

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The Studios at the Library

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The Studios at the Library (formerly Maker Lab) provides access to technology and equipment for individuals to learn new skills, collaborate with friends, create content, and connect with our knowledgeable guides.

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Studio Hours

Unlike our guided programs, our studio open hours allow patrons to create and explore their own projects. Machines are first-come, first-serve. Dates and times are subject to change. Staff support is available upon request.

  • Hours

    • Monday–Thursday 1 p.m. to 9 p.m.

    • Friday 1 p.m.to 6 p.m.

    • Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

    • Sunday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. 

    Phone

    (260) 421-1245

    Machines

    Software

    • Prusa MK4S 3D Printers (3)

    • Button Maker (1.25" and 2.25")

    • Cricut Autopress

    • Cricut Bright Pad

    • Cricut Maker 3

    • DC Power Supply

    • Dremel Rotary Tool (Please ask staff for assistance)

    • Einscan 3D Scanner

    • Glowforge HD Pro Laser Printer

    • Gweike LG6040N Laser Printer

    • Hot Air Rework

    • Iron/Ironing Board

    • Laminator

    • Oscilloscope

    • Photo and Slide Scanner

    • Prusa XL 3D Printers (2)

    • Janome Sewist 525s Sewing Machine

    • Silhouette Cameo 4

    • Soldering Iron

    • VHS to DVD Conversion
      Station (2)
       

    • Adobe Creative Cloud
      (After Effects, Audition, Illustrator, Indesign, PDF Reader, Photoshop, Premiere, Rush)

    • Arduino IDE

    • Audacity

    • Blender 

    • Cricut Design Space

    • DaVinci Resolve

    • FL Studio*

    • Handbrake

    • Lightburn

    • Power BI

    • Prusa Slicer 

    • Silhouette Studio

    • Solid Edge**

    *FL Studio Producer available on Sound and Podcasting Booth Desktops. FL Studio Fruity available on PC Laptops. 

    ** Available on 3D Scanner Station Laptop

    In-House All Ages STEAM Kits (Library Card Needed)

    • Ozobot Evo Line Coding Kit (Kindergarten and Older)

    • More kits coming in Fall 2025!

    In-House Circulating Laptops & Tech Accessories (Library Card Needed)

    • PC Laptops (10)

    • Laptop Accessory Kit: Charger, Mouse, Mousepad (10)

    • 7-in-1 USB Docking Station 

    • Arturia MiDi Controller (4) 

    • DVD Writer 

    • Floppy Disc Reader

    • Headphones (5)

    • Huin Inspiroy Drawing Tablet (6)

    • Memory Card Reader 

    • SD Card Reader

    • USB-A to USB-C Adapter (2)

    • USB-C to USB Adapter 

    • USB Portable Diskette Drive 

    Reserve the Studio Podcast Booth or Sound Booth (Library Card Needed)

  • Hours

    • Monday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

    • Tuesday 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

    • Wednesday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

    • Thursday 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

    • Saturday 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

     

    Machine-Usage Appointments:

    • Any time during open library hours, except Open Studio Hours & Studio Programs.

    • Appointment hours vary by staff availability. Appointments must be scheduled 3 to 7 days in advance.

    • Call to book your appointment.

    Phone

    (260) 421-1320 x4407 

    Machines

    Software

    • Button Maker

    • Cricut Autopress

    • Cricut Bright Pad

    • Cricut Maker 3

    • Glowforge HD Plus Laser Printer

    • Irons/Ironing Boards

    • Janome 525S Sewing Machine

    • Laminator

    • Prusa Mk4S (2)

    • Silhouette Cameo 4 Plus

    • Adobe Creative Cloud*
      (After Effects, Audition, Illustrator, Indesign, PDF Reader, Photoshop, Premiere, Rush)

    • Blender 

    • Cricut Design Space

    • Handbrake

    • Power BI

    • Silhouette Studio

    • Stopmotion Studio

    *Equipped on one (1) PC Laptop

    In-House Circulating Items (Library Card Needed)

    • PC Laptops (10)

    • IPads (8)

    • Ipad Stylus (8)

    • Laptop Accessory Kit: Charger, Mouse, Mousepad (10)

    • Wacom Intuous Drawing Tablets (6)

    • 7-in-1 USB Docking Station 

    • Memory Card Reader 

    • USB-A to USB-C Adapter 

    • USB-C to USB Adapter 

    • USB Portable Diskette Drive 

    • DVD Writer 

  • Hours

    2nd and 4th Mondays from 3 to 5 p.m.

    3rd Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m.

    3rd Wednesday from 3 to 5 p.m.

    Phone

    Call the branch at 260-421-1330 with questions

    Machines

    Software

    • Prusa Mk4S 

    • Button Maker

    • Cricut Autopress

    • Cricut Bright Pad

    • Cricut Maker 3

    • Laminator

    • Janome Sewist 500 Sewing Machine

    • Arduino IDE

    • Blender 

    • Cricut Design Space

    • Prusa Slicer 

    In-House Circulating Items (Library Card or Guest Pass Needed)

    • PC Laptops & Laptop Accessories (6)

  • Hours

    • New dates and hours coming in Fall 2025.  

    Phone

    Call the branch at 260-421-1350 for hours

    Machines

    Software

    • Prusa Mk4S 

    • Button Maker

    • Cricut Autopress

    • Cricut Bright Pad

    • Cricut Maker 3

    • Laminator

    • Janome Sewist 525S Sewing Machine

    • Arduino IDE

    • Blender 

    • Cricut Design Space

    • Prusa Slicer 

    In-House Circulating Items (Library Card or Guest Pass Needed)

    • PC Laptops & Laptop Accessories (9)

  • Hours

    1st and 3rd Mondays from 4 to 6 p.m.

    2nd Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

    4th Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m.

    Phone

    Call the branch at 260-421-1355 with questions.

    Machines

    Software

    • 3D Printer

    • Button Maker

    • Cricut Autopress

    • Cricut Bright Pad

    • Cricut Maker

    • Laminator

    • Sewing Machine

    • Arduino IDE

    • Blender 

    • Cricut Design Space

    • Prusa Slicer 

    In-House Circulating Items (Library Card or Guest Pass Needed)

    • PC Laptops & Laptop Accessories (6)

All minors (17 and under) who would like to use The Studio for Open Hours must have a participation release signed by a parent/guardian. Children in sixth grade or younger must be directly supervised by a parent/caregiver.

Participants may bring their own project supplies or purchase them from the library. 

Studio Programs

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The Studio offers a variety of in-person programs, to get you started on a new project or take your skills to the next level. Introductory programs focus on basic machine and software operation, while intermediate programs build on previous knowledge allowing you to explore new techniques, skills, or types of projects. Most programs are all-ages. 

Explore Studio Programs

Sewing Machines

VHS to DVD Digitizing

Sound Booth Recording

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