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Second Sundays: Monthly Maker Meetup: Scrap Swap!

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A three-panel image showing sorted recycled materials and art supplies: barrels filled with egg cartons, plastic containers, bottle caps, and corks; a pile of blue and white oil paint tubes; and a box of colorful sewing thread spools.

Introductory - No experience required
Age Requirement : 18+ and minors 13+ with Guardian Supervision
Meetup

Clear out your stash and find some new inspiration! For June’s Second Sunday, we are hosting a community scrap swap and a casual show and tell. This is the perfect opportunity to pass along usable materials you no longer need and pick up something fresh for your next project. Whether you have extra fabric, wood offcuts, or specialty paper, bring them in to trade with your fellow makers.

What to Expect

This is a relaxed, social meetup designed to help members connect and clear out their workspaces. We will have designated areas for different types of materials where you can drop off your scraps and browse what others have brought. In addition to the swap, we will have a low pressure show and tell. If you have a finished project or even a work in progress you are proud of, bring it along to share the story behind it with the group!

What to Bring

  • Usable Scraps: Bring materials that are still in good, workable condition. Think fabric quarters, wood pieces, leather scraps, or interesting papers.
  • Show and Tell Items: Bring a project you have recently finished or something you are currently working on.
  • Snacks to Share: We’ll provide some basic refreshments, but feel free to bring along a favorite treat to share if you are feeling inspired.

Who Should Join

This meetup is open to the public and makers of all stripes. If you enjoy making things and meeting creative people, you belong here! This session is all about sharing tips, finding unique materials, and seeing the amazing variety of work happening in the shop.

Important Details

  • Frequency: Meets every second Sunday of the month.
  • Cost: Free and open to the public.
  • RSVP: Please sign up in advance so we can get an accurate headcount for snacks and table space.

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When
Sunday June 14th, 2026 from  2:00 PM to  4:00 PM
Location
Main Space @ MakeHaven
770 Chapel St
Lower Level, via back elevator or stairs
New Haven, CT 06510
United States
Event Fee(s)
I have a project to show & tell $0.00
No project yet but I'll be there to get inspired $0.00

Notices

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Accessibility

Our facilities undergo periodic reviews to maximize ADA compliance. We offer accessible bathrooms, elevators, and wide walkways. In tool usage, we aim for universal access and work individually to adapt tools for safe usage as necessary. If you anticipate needing an adaptation to participate in this event or have further questions, please contact us at events@makehaven.org.