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MakeHaven Upcoming Events

Introductory - No experience required
Ticketed Workshop
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A collage showing a metalworking class. On the right, an instructor demonstrates how to operate a milling machine to two students, who watch closely. On the left, two smaller images show a milling machine and a pair of shiny metal dice—examples of the kind of item made in the workshop.
Dive into the world of metalworking with the Bridgeport Manual Mill class, where safety meets the art of basic metal milling operations. This class equips participants with the essential skills to master the Bridgeport Mill, a standard manual knee-type vertical milling machine, while creating a functional and stylish project: a pair of metal 6-sided dice.

Introductory - No experience required
Ticketed Workshop
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A collage titled “Introduction to Induction” shows a glowing hot piece of metal being hammered on an anvil (left), an induction coil heating metal (top right), and three blacksmithing tools with twisted handles (bottom right).
Step into the forge and learn the fundamentals of blacksmithing using the power of induction heat. In this hands-on class, you’ll shape heated steel into a custom piece of your own design—choose between a decorative wand or a functional BBQ fork.

Introductory - No experience required
Meetup
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A split image with two cartoon-style illustrations. On the left, a chibi knight with tan horns, a grey helmet, and a large black mustache holds a banner that reads “LET HIM COOK.” The knight has a slightly flushed face and wide, expressive eyes. On the right, three whimsical walking mushrooms have colorful caps — blue, teal, and magenta — and stubby legs, resembling little fantasy creatures striding along. The overall tone is playful and fantasy-themed.
Calling all manga and anime fans! Join host Jeremy for a meetup where we can talk, trade, and watch anime and manga. Plus gather in the kitchen to create a manga-inspired snack!

Introductory - No experience required
Ticketed Member Only
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1 image of the inside view of a laser cutter in action. 1 image of an assortment of simple circular wooden keychains with laser cut images on them.
Want to start using the laser cutter? This quick and friendly session is your chance to get badged and get cutting!

You’ll learn how to safely operate MakeHaven’s laser cutters and complete the Laser Cutter badge—unlocking independent access. During the session, you’ll cut a small project (like a keychain or nameplate) to practice the full process from design to finish.

Introductory - No experience required
Meetup
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A three-panel collage shows people making art in different ways. Left: a close-up of a hand with rings and patterned nails sketching a face in pencil on a spiral notebook. Top right: a person draws a colorful toucan on a pen-enabled tablet. Bottom right: a tattooed hand colors a bright illustration in a sketchbook with a pink marker at a wooden table, with brushes and supplies nearby.
Calling all artists, doodlers, and creative minds! Sketchbook Social is a laid-back, welcoming space where you can draw, sketch, and share ideas with fellow creatives—whether you work on paper, digitally, or in any other medium. Bring your sketchbook, tablet, or favorite tools and enjoy a relaxed, judgment-free atmosphere to create, experiment, and connect.

Introductory - No experience required
Ticketed Workshop
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2 images of the MakeHaven lathes, 1 image of a piece of metal being turned on a lathe
Discover the joy of crafting your own pens in our engaging workshop! One of the most common items in everyday life is the pen, and making one yourself from wood and acrylic is a rewarding experience that anyone can achieve.

Introductory - No experience required
Ticketed Workshop
Bring your creativity to life by designing and sewing your own stuffed animals! In this four-session series, held Sundays from November 23 through December 14, participants will learn the full process—from stitching and shaping to adding expressive features and personal details. You’ll explore both hand-sewing and basic embroidery techniques while learning how to customize existing patterns to make your creations truly one-of-a-kind.

Introductory - No experience required
Ticketed Workshop
Embark on a creative journey into the world of stained glass with our beginner-friendly ornament workshop! Learn the renowned “Tiffany” method, encompassing designing, grinding, foiling, and soldering techniques to craft your own festive glass ornament. This hands-on class is tailored for beginners, offering step-by-step guidance to ensure everyone masters the essential skills. By the end of the workshop, each participant will proudly take home a completed stained glass ornament.

Introductory - No experience required
Ticketed Workshop
Embark on your woodworking journey with A Cut(ting Board) Above the Rest, where the art of crafting meets the practicality of creating a custom, handmade piece. Whether you're new to woodworking or looking to elevate your kitchen game, this introductory class led by Akeera is the perfect opportunity to delve into the world of woodcraft.

Introductory - No experience required
Meetup
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A variety of knitting and crochet projects
Calling all knitting and crochet enthusiasts! Join us at MakeHaven for our monthly gathering, meticulously orchestrated by Denise, one of our esteemed textile facilitators.

Introductory - No experience required
Meetup
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Graphic of two red robot icons with “MH” on their chests, one holding a hammer and the other holding a saw, standing on a wooden tabletop. Between them is an icon of three people sitting at a table, talking, symbolizing collaboration. The background is blurred, suggesting an indoor community space.
Join Adam for an inspiring gathering with members of the local woodworking community! At this meetup, we'll come together to brainstorm, share projects, and exchange ideas in a welcoming and collaborative environment.

Introductory - No experience required
Ticketed Workshop
Design your own one-of-a-kind matching earring and necklace set using natural materials and glossy resin. You’ll start by choosing your jewelry base and then dive into a seriously fun collection of leaves, dried flowers, paper butterflies, crushed glass, foil, resin pieces, and more. You can even bring your own little items to embed!

Once your design is just right, you’ll mix and pour resin under the expert guidance of Audra (who’s excellent at helping beginners and seasoned crafters alike). The result? A wearable piece of art that’s completely your own.

Introductory - No experience required
Ticketed Workshop
Embark on a creative journey into the world of stained glass with our beginner-friendly ornament workshop! Learn the renowned “Tiffany” method, encompassing designing, grinding, foiling, and soldering techniques to craft your own festive glass ornament. This hands-on class is tailored for beginners, offering step-by-step guidance to ensure everyone masters the essential skills. By the end of the workshop, each participant will proudly take home a completed stained glass ornament.

Introductory - No experience required
Ticketed Member Only
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1 image of an instructor showing the compound miter saw, 1 image of a finished serving tray, 1 image of 2 people working in the woodshop
Master the essential tools of the woodshop and earn your Woodshop badge in this hands-on class. Learn how to safely and effectively use the miter saw, planer, and jointer while completing the Woodshop badge requirements. By the end of the session, you’ll have the confidence and certification to access these tools independently at MakeHaven.

Introductory - No experience required
Ticketed Member Only
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1 image of a 3d printer working, 1 screenshot of a 3d designed duck, 1 image of a person holding their 3d print
Ready to bring your designs to life with 3D printing? Join us for this group badging event, designed to help members confidently complete their in-person check-out on MakeHaven’s 3D printers. Together, we’ll walk through the check-out process by creating a small, personalized print. Working in a group makes the experience more approachable and provides an opportunity to connect with fellow makers!

Introductory - No experience required
Ticketed Workshop
Explore the craft of screen printing in this engaging, hands-on workshop. Start with a live demonstration of screen creation, where you’ll learn how to prepare and set up designs. Then, try your hand at printing your own designs using pre-made screens. Ideal for beginners or those curious about trying a new creative technique, this workshop offers a chance to combine practical skills with artistic expression, resulting in custom prints to take home.

Introductory - No experience required
Ticketed Workshop
Join Audra of Motherhood Creations for a festive, hands-on workshop where you’ll design and create your own resin winter ornaments—perfect for decorating your home or gifting to loved ones. Explore resin’s creative possibilities while crafting colorful, sparkling pieces that capture the holiday spirit.

Introductory - No experience required
Ticketed Workshop
Come use MakeHaven’s die press cutter to create one-of-a-kind envelopes and collaged greeting cards using thrifted paper treasures. In this hands-on workshop, you'll transform discarded materials—like old books, magazines, and maps—into beautiful, usable stationery with a cozy, seasonal feel. It's the perfect way to craft unique, thoughtful cards for the coming months.

Introductory - No experience required
Ticketed Workshop
Make a journal, sketchbook, or notebook encased in a flexible Kraft-Tex cover that looks and behaves like leather. In this hands-on workshop you’ll sew refillable page inserts, design a cover with pockets and a closure of your choice, and leave with a finished refillable notebook prototype you can reuse and customize.

Introductory - No experience required
Ticketed Workshop
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Collage of three metal lathes: a close-up of a lathe cutting metal with sparks, a green manual lathe, and a gray manual lathe in workshop settings.
Step into the world of metalworking with our comprehensive lathe workshop, where safety meets precision and creativity knows no bounds. This hands-on class covers all the essentials of lathe operation, from safety protocols to basic machining techniques, empowering you to bring your metalworking dreams to life.

Introductory - No experience required
Ticketed Workshop
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Collage of six photos showing people tufting and displaying colorful handmade rugs, including animal designs, text art, and geometric patterns, in a workshop setting.
Discover the artistry of rug tufting, a creative process where participants will sketch a pattern on a cloth, then use a tufting gun to inject the yarn into the cloth.

Introductory - No experience required
Meetup
Details on this month's gathering to come. But it will be splendid, no matter what!

Introductory - No experience required
Member Event
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1 image of various colored yarn skeins, 1 image of small tufted rugs in the shapes of worms, books and pumpkins
Curious about tufting and ready to start using the tufting guns at MakeHaven? This quick and friendly session is your chance to get badged and get tufting!
You’ll learn how to safely operate the tufting guns and make a small 5” x 5” tufted wall hanging to complete your Textile Tufting Gun badge. This class focuses on the safety skills and know-how you need to work on your own.

Introductory - No experience required
Ticketed Workshop
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A collage with a dark red border showing examples of marbled leather. The left image features a hand holding a square piece of leather marbled in swirling yellow, orange, green, and white patterns. The top right image shows several small leather pieces in vibrant marbled designs—pink, black, and multicolor—alongside bottles of leather dye. The bottom right image shows a finished leather wallet with bold marbled stripes in oranges, reds, yellows, and browns, opened to display its snap closure.
In this two-part workshop, participants will learn how to marble leather and create their own colorful, one-of-a-kind leather accessories. Leather marbling is similar to traditional paper or fabric marbling, but it uses different dyes and requires unique preparation and finishing techniques. Across two evenings, you’ll explore the full process without needing to purchase specialty pigments, tools, or safety equipment—or risk dyeing your entire kitchen floor at home. By the end, participants will leave with a finished pair of earrings or a bracelet/cuff featuring their own custom marbled pattern.

Introductory - No experience required
Ticketed Member Only
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1 image of the inside view of a laser cutter in action. 1 image of an assortment of simple circular wooden keychains with laser cut images on them.
Want to start using the laser cutter? This quick and friendly session is your chance to get badged and get cutting!

You’ll learn how to safely operate MakeHaven’s laser cutters and complete the Laser Cutter badge—unlocking independent access. During the session, you’ll cut a small project (like a keychain or nameplate) to practice the full process from design to finish.

Introductory - No experience required
Meetup
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A three-panel collage shows people making art in different ways. Left: a close-up of a hand with rings and patterned nails sketching a face in pencil on a spiral notebook. Top right: a person draws a colorful toucan on a pen-enabled tablet. Bottom right: a tattooed hand colors a bright illustration in a sketchbook with a pink marker at a wooden table, with brushes and supplies nearby.
Calling all artists, doodlers, and creative minds! Sketchbook Social is a laid-back, welcoming space where you can draw, sketch, and share ideas with fellow creatives—whether you work on paper, digitally, or in any other medium. Bring your sketchbook, tablet, or favorite tools and enjoy a relaxed, judgment-free atmosphere to create, experiment, and connect.

Introductory - No experience required
Meetup
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A variety of knitting and crochet projects
Calling all knitting and crochet enthusiasts! Join us at MakeHaven for our monthly gathering, meticulously orchestrated by Denise, one of our esteemed textile facilitators.