Digital & Maker Services
The Launch Pad and Digital Media Labs are your spaces to explore, play, create and collaborate. Embark on a journey of discovery and possibility through hands-on learning where all you need is your imagination.
Curiosity starts here.
The Launch Pad will be closed for training and maintenance September 9–16.
Regular hours return Monday, September 17.
Hours |
Launch Pad |
Digital Media Labs |
| Monday-Friday | 1-8 pm | 11 am-7:30 pm (last reservation 7 pm) |
| Saturday | 10 am-4 pm | 10 am-3:30 pm (last reservation 3 pm) |
| Sunday | 1-4 pm | 1-3:30 pm (last reservation 3 pm) |
THE LAUNCH PAD
Complete this form to earn your independent working certification on the embroidery, sewing or vinyl cutter machines or get help with a project.
Use this form to send your 3D print job file. A registered library card in good standing required.
Resources
Creativebug
A video library of tutorials for DIY crafters, creators, and artists. Includes patterns and some project lists.
Launch Pad Equipment List
These tools are available to use in The Launch Pad. Email dmsforms@itpld.org if you have questions about specific items on the list.
Preferred Materials List
If you’d like to use your own material in one of our machines, it must be approved by a Launch Pad staff member before you arrive. Email dmsforms@itpld.org for approval and more information.
Launch Pad Price List
Items available for purchase for registered library cardholders.
Launch Pad on the Go
Finish your projects at home by checking out one of these kits. Available for ages 14 and older with an ITPLD library card in good standing.
- Archival Slide Scanner Kit
- Binoculars Kit
- Crochet Kit (2)
- Cross Stitch Kit
- Embossing Kit
- GoPro Kit
- Janome Sewing Machine Kit
- Keyboard/Drum Pad Kit
- Knitting Kit (2)
- Laminator Kit
- Microscope Kit (2)
- Photography Kit (2)
- Raspberry Pi Cana Kit (2)
- Round Loom Kit (2)
- Tripod 60” Kit (2)
- Tripod 72” Kit (3)
- Sock Loom Kit
- Ukulele Kit
- Wolverine Slide Scanner
- Zoom Handheld Recorder Kit (2)
Digital Media Labs
Explore the Sound Lab, Video Editing Lab and Archival Station for your creative projects.
Reservations and Room Use
- Ages 9 years and older.
- Registered library card required (itpld card or another library card that is registered in our library).
- Reserve a room for up to three hours up to seven days in advance in person or online.
- Reservations must be made at least 30 minutes before closing time.
- The Digital Media Labs remain unlocked during the open hours. Take your belongings if you leave the room at any time during your reservation.
Equipment Available
- Microphones
- Headphones
- Mic Stands
- Camcorders
- Tripods
- MIDI Keyboard Controller
- Green Screen Wall
- WhisperRoom Sound Booth
- 12 Channel Sound Mixer
- iRig (2)
- Epson Flatbed Scanner
- VHS to Digital Converter
- Elgato Converter
- Tabletop Sound Shield
- XLR & Electric Instrument Cables
- Archival Quality Scanner
- Analog to Digital Convertor
- Elegato Conversion Kit
- Film to Digital Convertor
- iMacs
- USB SuperDrive
- Super 8 Conversion Kit
Software Available
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Final Cut Pro
- iMovie
- Logic Cut Pro
- GarageBand
Materials for sale
- CDs: $0.25
- DVD-Rs: $0.25
File Storage
All created content must be saved or exported at the end of a session. Files can’t be stored on the computers in the Digital Media Labs for longer than the duration of a reservation.