Imagine, design, create, and make just about anything you can dream up with help from your Makerspace Specialists!
Located inside the Xenia Community Library, Spark Place has all sorts of machines, tools, and resources – but we’re more than just the stuff we have! Our staff are makers themselves and we enjoy learning about what you want to do and helping you along the way.
Unsure where to start? Explore project ideas, take a virtual tour, or see our full list of equipment and when you’re ready to get started, call us to make an appointment!
Spark Place Hours
Phone: (937) 736-7092
Cara Kouse, Innovation and Makerspace Manager, (937) 736-7068
Holidays and Closures
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Memorial DayMonday, May 25, 2026Closed All Day
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Independence DaySaturday, July 4, 2026Closed All Day
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Labor DayMonday, September 7, 2026Closed All Day
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Day Before ThanksgivingWednesday, November 25, 2026Closes early: 5:30pm
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Thanksgiving DayThursday, November 26, 2026Closed All Day
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Christmas EveThursday, December 24, 2026Closed All Day
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Christmas DayFriday, December 25, 2026Closed All Day
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New Year's EveThursday, December 31, 2026Closes early: 5:30pm
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New Year's DayFriday, January 1, 2027Closed All Day
Request a Group Visit
Groups of four or more can request a visit by filling out our online form.
Making Your Appointment
Using Spark Place’s equipment is free with your GCPL Library Card. Appointments are scheduled in two-hour sessions up to four weeks in advance. When you’re ready to book your appointment or if you have further questions, call us at 937-736-7092. Walk-in appointments may be available but are not guaranteed – please call ahead as we do get busy!
PLEASE NOTE
- Equipment use is free of charge, though we do charge for materials used.
- Don’t have a GCPL library card? Apply for one here.
- You will need to fill out a User Agreement upon your first visit.
- If you are more than 15 minutes late, we cannot guarantee your appointment.
- Projects and clean up should be completed by closing time.
- Customizing a ceramic mug? This equipment is powered down 15 minutes before closing for safety reasons.
In Your Community
Discover Spark Place: A Warm, Creative Space This Winter
What do you want to make?
Makerspaces are helpful for all sorts of folks – families, artists, inventors, non-profits, students, and you! So many things are possible, here are some of the most popular projects that we help with most every day.