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Creative Lab

The Lab is a reservable, soundproof room that houses specialized equipment, allowing access to technologies for recording sound and video, altering images, and converting analog formats to digital.

Who can use the Creative Lab?

Library cardholders 12 and older may use the Lab. Cardholders age 11 and under must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Cardholders ages 12-17 must have a parental permission form submitted and on file. All users must also complete the registration form for their respective age and have a note on their library card account indicating that the form was completed. Registration forms for both age groups are listed below.

How do you reserve the Creative Lab?

The Creative Lab can be reserved in person at the Adult Reference Desk or over the phone by calling (330) 425-4268 x2.

How far in advance can you reserve the Creative Lab?

You can make a reservation for the Creative Lab up to a week in advance.

Are there any time limits for using the Creative Lab?

You may reserve the Creative Lab for a maximum of eight hours per week.

What equipment and software are available in the Creative Lab?

The Creative Lab has equipment available for audio and video recording. It also contains an iMac equipped with the software needed for creation, including Apple software like iMovie and GarageBand as well as Adobe Creative Cloud. Other technology includes:

  • 27" hot laminator
  • Diva ring light
  • Analog (VHS) to DVD conversion
  • Wolverine Movie Maker Pro 8mm/Super 8 Film to Digital Converter
  • 3D Printer
  • Library of Things items may also be used in the Creative Lab

PLEASE NOTE: Patron submissions to the 3D Printing Queue are limited to two per week.

Patrons may request that the staff print a model by emailing librarian@twinsburglibrary.org. Further information on the 3D Printing Request can be found in the 3D Printing Procedures.

Is there a charge to use the Creative Lab?

The room is free to use. The Library reserves the right to issue a charge for any repairs or cleaning.

Prices for Materials:

  • Lamination: $0.20 cents per linear foot
  • 3D Printing: $0.05 cents per gram of finished product
  • Vinyl sheeting for Cricut: $0.50 cents per sheet
  • Bobbins for sewing machine: $1.00 per bobbin

All patrons who use the Creative Lab are expected to follow the Creative Lab Procedures. The Library reserves the right to deny reservations to those who do not follow these rules and expected behaviors.