Pickering Public Library

Name: Pickering Public Library
Address: 1 The Esplanade South, Pickering, Ontario, L1V6K7
Telephone: +1 9058316265

1 The Esplanade South, Pickering, Ontario, L1V6K7

Our Booking PolicyA signed Maker Space Waiver is required. Review equipment policies before completing your booking, not following policy could cancel your booking. A valid Pickering Public Library card is required. Bookings cancelled after 30 min. for no shows.

Equipment

1 on 1 Device Assistance

[Central] 1-on-1 Device Assistance

1 hr·

Book a 1 hour appointment with library staff for tech help. We offer help with: 
-Laptops (Windows 10 or newer/Mac OS 11 or newer/Chromebooks only) 
-Smartphones and Tablets (Android 8 or newer, iOS 13 or newer only) 
-Kobo eReaders (Kobo Touch or newer only, Kindle does not support our eBook providers and Sony/Nook eReaders are no longer supported) 
-Email and Microsoft Office Apps 
-Any digital services offered through the Pickering Public Library (e.g. Libby, cloudLibrary, etc.) 

At this time, we cannot help with the following: 
-Virus/Spyware
-File Recovery or Drive Partitioning
-Computer Upgrades/Disassembly 
-Desktop Computers 
-Specialized Software Programs (e.g. Adobe products, tax software, etc.) 

[George Ashe] 1-on-1 Device Assistance

1 hr·

Maker Space

Adobe Creative Suite Workstation

1 hr·

Analog to Digital Conversion Equipment

2 hrs·

Use our analog to digital conversion station to preserve and convert all of your old analog media from vinyl LP records, to audio cassettes and VHS videotapes. Unfortunately 8mm video and DV are unavailable at this time. Included in the station is a USB turntable, audio cassette deck and VHS video player. Also included is a USB capturing interface dongle and an MSI laptop to capture and save all of your files as MP3 music files or MP4 video files. Please note: Conversion time is equivalent to the length of the original recording. Bring your own USB flash drive or external hard drive to store digital files created during the conversion process.

Binding Machine

1 hr·

Button Maker

1 hr·

Large Format Printer

1 hr·

Realize your large scale artistic vision with the Canon imagePROGRAF iPF670 24-inch large format printer. This printer allows one to create posters and signs up to 24 inches in width (paper comes in rolls so length is variable and depends on your creation). Clients can choose from a variety of paper types (standard economical paper type, photo paper, bond) and quality settings. Prices vary depending on type of paper used and quality of print. Maximum booking time is 2 hours.

Sewing Machine - Bernina 1008

1 hr·

The Bernina 1008 is a high quality Swiss-engineered sewing machine that is simple enough for the complete beginner to use yet advanced enough for the more experienced. The 1008 offers 17 different stitches for all project types as well as variable stitch lengh and width. There will be no cost for the use of the machine or thread that is provided by the Library. The following costs will apply to maintenance and loss of materials: Clients are encouraged to bring in their own needles for use in the machines, but a single Universal needle will be available and in the machine for use. If the needle should break, the library will provide a second needle at no cost.
If the needle should break again, we will provide replacement at a cost of $1.00. Bobbins are also for sale for $1.50 (Metal Bernina)
Maximum booking time 4 hours.

Sound Booth with iMac (3 Hours)

3 hrs·

Use for 3 hours. Use our 6’ x 8’ WhisperRoom to record your next vocal performance whether it be a vocal for a song, a podcast or a simple voiceover. Use the sound booth to also rehearse with your musical instrument. Anything from an acoustic guitar to a saxophone is suitable. The sound booth can be checked out on its own (if you provide your own laptop and recording software or simply want a quiet space to play your instrument) OR alongside the voice kit, electronic music kit and/or DJ mixing kit. Accessibility ramp is available upon request. 2 People Max.
iMac includes: Audacity audio software (in conjunction with the voice kit) for all of your vocal recording needs and Ableton Live 10 to create electronic music (in conjunction with the electronic music kit)
Maximum booking time 3 hours.

The voice kit includes everything you need to record your voice whether it be a vocal for a song, a podcast or a simple voiceover. The kit includes high quality audio components such as the Heil PR40 microphone and the RME Babyface Pro USB sound card. Also included is a Shure SM57 microphone, perfect for beatboxing vocals. The audio kit can be checked out on its own (if you provide your own laptop with audio recording software) OR alongside with the Sound Booth, Electronic Music Kit and iMac Audio Workstation (please book these items separately). Maximum booking time 3 hours.

Sound Booth with iMac (2 Hours)

2 hrs·

Use for 2 hours. Use our 6’ x 8’ WhisperRoom to record your next vocal performance whether it be a vocal for a song, a podcast or a simple voiceover. Use the sound booth to also rehearse with your musical instrument. Anything from an acoustic guitar to a saxophone is suitable. The sound booth can be checked out on its own (if you provide your own laptop and recording software or simply want a quiet space to play your instrument) OR alongside the voice kit, electronic music kit and/or DJ mixing kit. Accessibility ramp is available upon request. 2 People Max.
iMac includes: Audacity audio software (in conjunction with the voice kit) for all of your vocal recording needs and Ableton Live 10 to create electronic music (in conjunction with the electronic music kit)
Maximum booking time 3 hours.

The voice kit includes everything you need to record your voice whether it be a vocal for a song, a podcast or a simple voiceover. The kit includes high quality audio components such as the Heil PR40 microphone and the RME Babyface Pro USB sound card. Also included is a Shure SM57 microphone, perfect for beatboxing vocals. The audio kit can be checked out on its own (if you provide your own laptop with audio recording software) OR alongside with the Sound Booth, Electronic Music Kit and iMac Audio Workstation (please book these items separately). Maximum booking time 3 hours.

Sound Booth with iMac (1 Hour)

1 hr·

Use for an hour. Use our 6’ x 8’ WhisperRoom to record your next vocal performance whether it be a vocal for a song, a podcast or a simple voiceover. Use the sound booth to also rehearse with your musical instrument. Anything from an acoustic guitar to a saxophone is suitable. The sound booth can be checked out on its own (if you provide your own laptop and recording software or simply want a quiet space to play your instrument) OR alongside the voice kit, electronic music kit and/or DJ mixing kit. Accessibility ramp is available upon request. 2 People Max.
iMac includes: Audacity audio software (in conjunction with the voice kit) for all of your vocal recording needs and Ableton Live 10 to create electronic music (in conjunction with the electronic music kit)
Maximum booking time 3 hours.

The voice kit includes everything you need to record your voice whether it be a vocal for a song, a podcast or a simple voiceover. The kit includes high quality audio components such as the Heil PR40 microphone and the RME Babyface Pro USB sound card. Also included is a Shure SM57 microphone, perfect for beatboxing vocals. The audio kit can be checked out on its own (if you provide your own laptop with audio recording software) OR alongside with the Sound Booth, Electronic Music Kit and iMac Audio Workstation (please book these items separately). Maximum booking time 3 hours.

Unavailable Electronic music kit

3 hrs·

The electronic music kit includes the Ableton Push hardware controller / instrument that is used in conjunction with Ableton Live 9 software (available on our iMac Audio Workstation) and a pair of Sony studio headphones. The combination of Ableton Live 9 software and Push hardware allows the aspiring music creator to create any type of music imaginable. Easy to use yet powerful. The electronic music kit can be checked out on its own (if you have your own laptop with Ableton Live 9) OR in combination with the iMac Audio workstation and/or Voice Kit, if you need to record voice (please book these items separately). Maximum booking time 3 hours.

Carvey

2 hrs·

The Carvey is a powerful fully-enclosed 3D carving machine that is safe and simple to use and operate. Perfect for beginners wanting to realize their creative visions using a variety of materials such as wood and HDPE (High-density polyethylene). Use the Carvey to cut out fun shapes and even your logo. HDPE tiles are available to purchase for $4.00 per tile. A charge of $2 per hour applies if you bring your own materials. Maximum booking time is 3 hours.

Unavailable Adobe Creative Suite Workstation 2

2 hrs·

Unavailable Adobe Creative Suite Workstation 3

2 hrs·

Vinyl Cutter

1 hr·

Easily create your own decals and vinyl designs and cut them out using the Graphtec CE6000-60 Plus, a high quality and high performance vinyl cutter. Vinyl provided can be adhered to most flat surfaces, and is designed for indoor use. Cost per use is based on the amount of vinyl used starting at $0.25 for every inch of vinyl used. Design files should be vector files in svg format, or exported files from Adobe Illustrator or CorelDraw. Custom designs can also be created using the vinyl cutter software available in the Maker Space. A charge of $2/hr applies if you bring your own materials. Machine can be booked for up to 3 hours.

Photo Scanner

1 hr·

Red Clam Heat Press

1 hr·

Unavailable Soldering Station

3 hrs·

Unavailable Virtual Reality Station

20 mins·

3D Printer (Certification Needed)

3D Printer - Lulzbot 1 (3 Hours)

3 hrs·

Use the 3D Printer for 3 hours. The Lulzbot Mini is a high quality yet simple to use 3D printer for beginners. Use the 3D printer to print 3D objects in ABS plastic. Perfect for home users, makers and designers yet powerful enough for engineers and architects. Files for printing must be in .stl or .obj format. Printing costs $.10 per gram. Maximum 3 hours. YOU MUST COMPLETE THE ONLINE 3D PRINTER CERTIFICATION CLASS BEFORE YOU CAN USE THE PRINTER.

3D Printer - Lulzbot 1 (2 Hours)

2 hrs·

Use the 3D Printer for 2 hours. The Lulzbot Mini is a high quality yet simple to use 3D printer for beginners. Use the 3D printer to print 3D objects in ABS plastic. Perfect for home users, makers and designers yet powerful enough for engineers and architects. Files for printing must be in .stl or .obj format. Printing costs $.10 per gram. This booking is only for 2 hours. YOU MUST COMPLETE THE ONLINE 3D PRINTER CERTIFICATION CLASS BEFORE YOU CAN USE THE PRINTER.

3D Printer - Lulzbot 1 (1 Hour)

1 hr·

The Lulzbot Mini is a high quality yet simple to use 3D printer for beginners. Use the 3D printer to print 3D objects in ABS plastic. Perfect for home users, makers and designers yet powerful enough for engineers and architects. Files for printing must be in .stl or .obj format. Printing costs $.10 per gram. Maximum 3 hours. YOU MUST COMPLETE THE ONLINE 3D PRINTER CERTIFICATION CLASS BEFORE YOU CAN USE THE PRINTER.

3D Printer - Lulzbot 3 (3 Hours)

3 hrs·

3D Printer - Lulzbot 3 (2 Hours)

2 hrs·

Use the 3D Printer for 2 hours. The Lulzbot Mini is a high quality yet simple to use 3D printer for beginners. Use the 3D printer to print 3D objects in ABS plastic. Perfect for home users, makers and designers yet powerful enough for engineers and architects.. Files for printing must be in .stl or .obj format. Printing costs $.10 per gram. Maximum 3 hours. YOU MUST COMPLETE THE ONLINE 3D PRINTER CERTIFICATION CLASS BEFORE YOU CAN USE THE PRINTER.

3D Printer - Lulzbot 3 (1 Hour)

1 hr·

Use the 3D Printer for 3 hours. The Lulzbot Mini is a high quality yet simple to use 3D printer for beginners. Use the 3D printer to print 3D objects in ABS plastic. Perfect for home users, makers and designers yet powerful enough for engineers and architects.. Files for printing must be in .stl or .obj format. Printing costs $.10 per gram. Maximum 3 hours. YOU MUST COMPLETE THE ONLINE 3D PRINTER CERTIFICATION CLASS BEFORE YOU CAN USE THE PRINTER.