SHAK Makerspace upcoming events

First Friday SHAK Open House (07 Aug 2026)

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 21:30:00 GMT

SHAK Makerspace Open House

Friday, August 7th

5:30-8pm

You are invited to take a tour of the makerspace, et to know some of our maker community, and discover the great equipment you can access with a membership. Members are invited to join in the fun and meet area leads and board team to learn about a highlighted area of making at SHAK.

Intro to Kinusaiga: Turtle (12 Aug 2026)

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Intro to Kinusaiga Class

Turtle

Curious about the art of Kinusaiga? Kinusaiga is a Japanese art form that uses fabric pieces tucked into a base (no sewing!) to create beautiful, textured designs.

In this beginner-friendly class, led by Katelyn from The Copper Snail, each student will learn the basics and create their own 4x6 Fish to take home. Please note: Framing will need to be done outside the class.

All materials will be provided, but you're welcome to brin your own fabric scraps if you'd like to personalize your piece. (Thinner fabric works best!)

Wednesday, August 12th

5:30-8:00 pm

SHAK Members: $30

NON-SHAK Members: $35

This class is open to adults, 16+ (minors must have adult supervision, but if the adult is not making their own project then they do not have to pay) and is restricted to 15 students per class.

Closed-toe shoes are required for all participants.

Participants are welcome to bring a snack or non-alcoholic beverage or visit Lexis’ next door.

Please note: Refunds and transfers to a different class date are granted on a very limited, case-by-case basis

Beginner & Intermediate Stained Glass: Floral Stem Bouquets (15 Aug 2026)

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT

*Beginner & Intermediate*

Stained Glass Floral Stem Bouquets

Beginner Stained Glass Artists: Do you have no experience whatsoever with stained glass, but always wanted to give it a try? This is the *Perfect* class for you to learn the learn the fundamentals of Stained Glass while creating 2 floral stems.

Intermediate/Confidant Glass Artist: Come practice the skills you learned at a previous beginners class while making 4 Stained Glass floral stems. To qualify as an "Intermediate" you simply have to have taken a stained glass class in the past or have at least basic experience with creating stained glass using the Tiffany/Copper Foil method.

This 8-hour workshop will start with 4 hours of instructional time, where students will learn the process and create their initial stems. After completing these initial stems there will take 30-minute break after which the stained glass studio will remain open for the rest of the scheduled time for students to create additional stems if they wish. Each additional stem will cost $10 per stem and should be paid for to the instructor on the day of the class. (Cash or Venmo accepted.)

Students are *NOT* required to stay for this additional workshop time. This is simply a time for students to make additional flowers for their bouquets if they wish. Students are welcome to leave once they've completed their initial stems.

Saturday, August 15th

Instructional Time: 12:00-4:00pm

Open Workshop: 4:30-8:30pm

SHAK Members- $55/per person

Non-SHAK Members- $70/per person

Some options include:

All supplies and materials are provided, but students are encouraged to bring a vase they would like to use for their bouquet to ensure stems are the correct length.

Students are welcome to bring their own stained glass to use but are not required.

Students are welcome to email the instructor, Jen Martin, at Jen@SHAKMakerspace.org with any questions or concerns.

Closed-toe shoes are required for all participants.

*Stained glass workshops are very popular and often fill quickly. Please register only if you plan to attend. Refunds and transfers to a different class date are granted on a very limited, case-by-case basis.*

Prescription glasses or reading glasses are recommended for those with vision needs but are not required.

Students may bring their own safety glasses and gardening or safety gloves (thick, protective gloves—thin plastic gloves are not permitted). These items are optional and only necessary if you prefer not to use the shared safety equipment provided. Safety glasses and gloves are available at most home improvement stores.

Students are welcome to bring a snack or non-alcoholic beverage or visit Lexis’ Drink Barn next door.

Some examples of the types of projects students might create are listed below. These exact designs may not all be available for students, this is just to allow you to understand what to expect.

Beyond the Basics: Stained Glass Spider Web 2-Day Workshop (22 Aug 2026)

Sat, 22 Aug 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Beyond the Basics:

Stained Glass Spider Web

2-Day Workshop

Previous stained glass students are encouraged to come practice your skills while creating a fun, one-of-a-kind spider web in this 2-day class.

All supplies are provided, BUT students are welcome to bring their own materials to create a spider to go on their web if they want a mixed media spider. Possibilities are endless, but materials can include: beads, broaches/pendants, buttons, small doll/toy animal heads, locket sized picture frames, etc.

Students MUST attend both Part 1 & Part 2 of the workshop.

Part 1: Saturday, August 22nd

5:00-9:00pm

Part 2: Sunday, August 23rd

1:00-5:00pm

SHAK Members- $90/per person

($50 deposit to register & $40 due on day of class)

Non-SHAK Members- $112.50/per person

($62.50 deposit to register & $50 due on day of class)

Students are welcome to email the instructor, Jen Martin, at Jen@SHAKMakerspace.org with any questions or concerns.

Closed-toe shoes are required for all participants.

Prescription glasses or reading glasses are recommended for those with vision needs but are not required.

Students are welcome to bring a snack or non-alcoholic beverage or visit Lexis’ Drink Barn next door

Beyond the Basics: Stained Glass Spider Web 2-Day Workshop (23 Aug 2026)

Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Beyond the Basics:

Stained Glass Spider Web

2-Day Workshop

Previous stained glass students are encouraged to come practice your skills while creating a fun, one-of-a-kind spider web in this 2-day class.

Students MUST attend both Part 1 & Part 2 of the workshop.

Part 1: Saturday, August 22nd

5:00-9:00pm

Part 2: Sunday, August 23rd

1:00-5:00pm

SHAK Members- $90/per person

($50 deposit to register & $40 due on day of class)

Non-SHAK Members- $112.50/per person

($62.50 deposit to register & $50 due on day of class)

Students are welcome to email the instructor, Jen Martin, at Jen@SHAKMakerspace.org with any questions or concerns.

Closed-toe shoes are required for all participants.

Prescription glasses or reading glasses are recommended for those with vision needs but are not required.

Students are welcome to bring a snack or non-alcoholic beverage or visit Lexis’ Drink Barn next door

Intro to Kinusaiga: Turtle (26 Aug 2026)

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Intro to Kinusaiga Class

Turtle

Curious about the art of Kinusaiga? Kinusaiga is a Japanese art form that uses fabric pieces tucked into a base (no sewing!) to create beautiful, textured designs.

All materials will be provided, but you're welcome to brin your own fabric scraps if you'd like to personalize your piece. (Thinner fabric works best!)

Wednesday, August 26th

5:30-8:00 pm

SHAK Members: $30

NON-SHAK Members: $35

This class is open to adults, 16+ (minors must have adult supervision, but if the adult is not making their own project then they do not have to pay) and is restricted to 15 students per class.

Closed-toe shoes are required for all participants.

Participants are welcome to bring a snack or non-alcoholic beverage or visit Lexis’ next door.

Please note: Refunds and transfers to a different class date are granted on a very limited, case-by-case basis

First Friday SHAK Open House (04 Sep 2026)

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 21:30:00 GMT

SHAK Makerspace Open House

Friday, September 4th

5:30-8pm

2nd Sunday: Member Meeting and Member Maker Event (13 Sep 2026)

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Member Meeting and Member Maker Event

Join fellow members at SHAK to hear the latest makerspace updates, give input, share recent projects and connect with member resources.

Bring a recent project to share or start a new one! Let's build this maker community, together!

Light refreshments will be served. See you there!

First Friday SHAK Open House (02 Oct 2026)

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 21:30:00 GMT

SHAK Makerspace Open House

Friday, October 2nd

5:30-8pm

First Friday SHAK Open House (06 Nov 2026)

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 22:30:00 GMT

SHAK Makerspace Open House

Friday, November 6th

5:30-8pm

First Friday SHAK Open House (04 Dec 2026)

Fri, 04 Dec 2026 22:30:00 GMT

SHAK Makerspace Open House

Friday, December 4th

5:30-8pm

You are invited to take a tour of the makerspace, Get to know some of our maker community, and discover the great equipment you can access with a membership. Members are invited to join in the fun and meet area leads and board team to learn about a highlighted area of making at SHAK.

2nd Sunday: Member Meeting and Member Maker Event (13 Dec 2026)

Sun, 13 Dec 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Member Meeting and Member Maker Event

Join fellow members at SHAK to hear the latest makerspace updates, give input, share recent projects and connect with member resources.

Bring a recent project to share or start a new one! Let's build this maker community, together!

Light refreshments will be served. See you there!