Get Started
1. Patrons must receive a Work Bench card on equipment in order to reserve time on Work Bench equipment. To receive a Work Bench card, patrons must:
- Be 12 years or older; users between 8 and 11 may accompany a parent or guardian for an equipment reservation.
- Have an active Bozeman, Belgrade, Manhattan, Three Forks, or West Yellowstone library card.
- Complete training to earn a badge* (three options, select one):
- attend an intro class (must be 12 years or older), OR
- learn in the Library through the training binder, OR
- watch a training video:
- Pass quiz and complete a test project.
*3D Printer, Laser Cutter, Embroidery Machine, Cricut Mug Press, Cricut Venture, and the Computerized Sewing Machine are the only Work Bench equipment that require training. Other equipment and spaces only require a Work Bench card.
2. Reserve time to use equipment and The Studio. Bookable for up to 2 hours each day.
Equipment
- Bambu Labs X1 Carbon 3D Printer
- Brother 1034D Serger
- Cricut Venture, Heat Press, and Mug Press
- iMac Creative Computer
- Janome MB-4S Embroidery Machine
- Janome Memory Craft 6650 Computerized Sewing and Quilting Machine
- MacBook Air Laptops
- Nintendo Switch
- Singer Heavy Duty Model 4423 Sewing Machines
- xTool P2S Laser Cutter and Engraver
The Studio
- The Studio is a sound dampened audio production studio, located within the Work Bench, that can be used for recording creative audio work. A Work Bench card is required to use the Studio. Training is not required before using the Studio, but an Intro to Audio Recording class is offered.
- Equipment: Two microphones, Yeti (input 1-2) and Shure (input 3-4). GarageBand, Audition, and Audacity are installed on the iMac computer. More equipment is available upon request at the Creative Labs desk.
Classes
- The Work Bench offers introductory equipment and basic design classes. In-person classes require registration and are limited in number of participants. Training videos are available using the links above.
- If a class registrant does not show up for class without cancelling 2 times, they will be not be allowed to register for future classes for a three month period.
Contact
- For general questions please contact the Creative Labs desk at (406)582-2422.
- For additional information contact David Toye by email or phone: (406)582-2416.
