The library's Maker Hub is equipped with technology to help you make, discover and create.
Located on the second floor of the library, the Maker Hub is open to the public during the following hours when staff members are available to assist visitors. Individuals who are certified makers can reserve time to work on projects.
| Day of the week | Maker Hub open hours |
| Tuesday | 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. |
| Thursday | 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Friday | 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. |
| Saturday | 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. |
Upcoming programs and activities for Maker Hub
Funding for the Maker Hub has been provided by the Government of Ontario.
Maker Hub certification class |
| Good to take for anyone interested in using the library's 3D printer, vinyl cutter and digital media station. It is a free 1-hour class offered bi-weekly that introduces the 3D printers, the vinyl cutter, the digital media station, online websites, software to prepare files, print costs and any other questions you have. After completing the class and signing the Maker Hub Agreement you may submit print requests and use the Maker Hub during open hours. |
3D printing |
| We have two 3D printers available for you to print files created in design software or taken from popular free online web sites. Staff may use either our Makerbot or the Ultimaker 2+ to print your object.
If you are experienced with 3D printing, or have completed the Maker Hub certification class and want to submit a 3D print file online. |
Vinyl cutter |
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Use the vinyl cutter to design and print professional-looking signage. Take the Maker Hub Certification class to learn about the software, file types and print costs, or drop in to ask questions during open Maker Hub hours. We run special vinyl design classes monthly. |
Digital media station |
The Digital Media Station is an Apple iMac with popular media software Garage Band and iMovie. It also includes Adobe Creative Cloud software, a suite of almost 30 digital media applications. You can use it as a digital media lab for:
Please bring your own memory storage device to save your work, but we have a microphone and headphones available. You may also borrow a HD camcorder and green screen for using in the Maker Hub or outside the library. Ask Maker Hub staff for more details. |
Lego Mindstorms |
| The Maker Hub has two Lego Mindstorm kits to design and build a robot. |
Newmarket Knitters |
| Newmarket Knitters is sponsored by a Maker Hub staff person. Come out and learn the fundamentals of knitting. Work on a project on your own or with fellow knitters. All skill sets are welcome to attend. Events are hosted outside the Maker Hub in a library meeting room. Every Thursday from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the large study room. Check the calendar to verify the location. |
NewMakeIt |
| NewMakeIt has a partnership agreement with Newmarket Public Library. Take our Maker Hub certification class and you can use selected 3D printers at NewMakeIt. The makerspace is a non-profit dedicated to helping other entrepreneurs, inventors, makers, and artists achieve their goals cost-effectively. |