Innovation Zone
The Innovation Zone (IZ) at the Manske Library provides patrons hands-on, engaging ways to make creative projects with a variety of tools and technology in a collaborative makerspace environment. The IZ features a 3D printer, Glowforge, Cricut, and more! An IZ library card and signed user agreement is required to use the equipment in the room. Some equipment requires safety training and a certificate of completion. Walk-ins are welcome pending equipment availability. Reservations are required for specific equipment.
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How to Use the Innovation Zone
- A valid Farmers Branch library card or Innovation Zone card in good standing and a signed user agreement are required in order to make use of any Innovation Zone equipment. How to get a library card.
- An online safety training course with a certificate of completion is required to use the Glowforge and 3D printer.
- A reservation is required to use the Glowforge or the 3D printer. Other equipment is available for walk-in use pending equipment availability. Reservation availability.
- Reservations may be made up to one week in advance via the Library's online reservation system.
- Since makers are required to monitor their projects at all times, only one machine may be reserved or checked out at a time.
The Innovation Zone is open during regular Library business hours. Access to the space and equipment may be limited during Library sponsored programs. For equipment requiring a reservation, reservations must end at least 15 minutes before the Library closes. View reservation availability.
- Monday-Thursday: 10 a.m. to 7:45 p.m.
- Friday-Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
- Sunday: 1-4:45 p.m.