The Portal: TCPL’s Technology Center
The Portal is the realization of a vision to build a flexible, technology-rich center for learning, research, training, collaboration, and content production. Visitors enjoy open space equipped with a combination of Express PCs and laptops that greatly expand public Internet-enabled access. Conveniences include a shared printer, multiple power outlets, and casual seating with pervasive wi-fi. Knowledgeable and approachable staff members with well-developed user instruction skills are always available to assist customers.
The Portal is made possible through TCPL’s Library Improvement Reserve Fund and gifts from local corporations and private donors.
Adults and youth may learn together using multiple computers with age-based software and educational games. Additional options include a variety of child-friendly technologies.
“The Creativity Suite” is the new TCPL maker space area where you can learn about our new equipment and create projects of your own!
Equipment includes:
- Glowforge Aura
- Cricut Maker 4
- Singer Heavy Duty Sewing Machine
- Singer Heavy Duty Serger
- Optimus 46i Coil Binding Machine
You can get a tour of the Creativity Suite and learn about the equipment, schedule personal help getting started using a specific piece of equipment, or you can schedule time to work on a specific project on your own.