The Makerspace at Leonardtown Library is a flexible, participatory learning environment where Makers can utilize a variety of hands-on learning opportunities, gain access to technology to encourage entrepreneurship, and become more creative and empowered with new skills. St. Mary’s County Library wants Makers of all sorts to be able to share the space and equipment with one another!
Makerspace Hours
The Makerspace at Leonardtown Library is open:
- Mondays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- Tuesdays, 2 – 5 p.m.
- Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- Thursdays, 5 – 7:30 p.m.
- Fridays, 1 – 4 p.m.
- Saturdays, 1 – 4 p.m.
Use of the Makerspace
Makers must observe all the Library’s policies in the Makerspace. Additionally, by entering the Makerspace, Makers agree to the additional guidelines and responsibilities listed in the Makerspace Policy.
Available Equipment
Memory Lab 36″ Large Format Printer/Scanner Button Maker Die-Cut Machine Comb Binding
Other Equipment
- Large Format Laminator (laminate items up to 24″ wide)
- Desktop Laminator (laminate items up to 8.5″ x 11″)
- Glue Guns
- Paper Cutters
- Hole Punchers: 3/4″, 1.5″, 3″
How much does this cost?
Large Format Laminating: $2 per foot
Desktop Laminating: $1 per laminating pouch used
Large Format Printing: $4 per foot
We don’t charge for use of other equipment or tools. We welcome donations for services like the 3D printers so that we can continue to purchase materials for the Makerspace.
Events in the Makerspace
Intro to Knitting: Bookmark
Demystify knitting (and purling) while making a bookmark. We'll walk you through the knitting process, and you'll leave with a brand-new skill!
Have you been wanting to try knitting but didn't know where to start? Start here! You'll learn how to knit and purl, all while making a bookmark to take home with you. All you need to bring is yourself. We'll show you how to take needles and yarn and transform them into something useful you can start using right away.
Video Game Drop In: Nintendo Switch One
Drop in for some games, company, and air conditioning at the library!
Join us as we hang out and play various Nintendo Switch One games such as : Mario Kart, Nintendo Switch Sports, Just Dance and more! Snacks and drinks will be provided. This event is for ages 12-18 ONLY.
We will have one Switch and controllers to play with! If you would like to bring another switch and controllers to play on one of the tables, please feel free to do so!
Cricut Crafts: Mugs with Infusible Ink
Unlock your crafting potential by learning how to use the Cricut cutting machine and Cricut Mug Press to customize a ceramic mug!
This introductory, in-person class will cover how to use the Cricut Maker 3, an electronic die-cutting machine, to decorate a ceramic mug by cutting an infusible ink design and using the Cricut Mug Press to transfer the design through a process called sublimation. Participants will also learn the basics of Cricut Design Space, the software used to create endlessly customizable designs. No experience necessary, all materials provided.
Everyone is welcome to visit the Leonardtown Library Makerspace during open hours to use the Cricut to create whatever you can imagine! Customers need to have their own Cricut Design Space online account and bring their own material, but we have all the equipment and tools you'll need! Visit the Makerspace webpage to see open hours and learn about all the Makerspace has to offer.
Note for minors: Teenagers are welcome in our Makerspace classes! Customers aged 14+ can use the Makerspace without a guardian present; younger customers need an adult present at all times while visiting the Makerspace.
Sewing Machine 101: Eco-Friendly Cleaning Cloth
Join the Sewing Machine 101: Eco-Friendly Cleaning Cloth Waitlist
Learn the basics of threading and operating a sewing machine to make your reusable, terry lined cleaning cloth!
No experience needed and all materials provided.
Classes are a way to get started but are not required before using our sewing machines. Visit our Makerspace during open hours to use one of the sewing machines available for self-guided customer use. We have the sewing machines and all the tools you'll need, just bring your own material and pattern!
Note for minors: Teenagers are welcome in our Makerspace classes! Customers aged 14+ can use the Makerspace without an adult present; younger customers need an adult present at all times while visiting the Makerspace.
Video Game Drop In: Nintendo Switch One
Drop in for some games, company, and air conditioning at the library!
Join us as we hang out and play various Nintendo Switch One games such as : Mario Kart, Nintendo Switch Sports, Just Dance and more! Snacks and drinks will be provided. This event is for ages 12-18 ONLY.
We will have one Switch and controllers to play with! If you would like to bring another switch and controllers to play on one of the tables, please feel free to do so!
