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Knot Just Knitting: Crochet, Embroidery and more

Calling all knitting and crochet enthusiasts! Join us at MakeHaven for our monthly gathering, meticulously orchestrated by Denise, one of our esteemed textile facilitators.
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A collage of six photos from a Halloween potluck at a makerspace. Top left: a smiling person dressed as a whimsical fairy or witch, with wings, a broom, and a handmade apron. Top center: a brain-shaped cake dripping with red icing resembling blood. Top right: a pie decorated with a grotesque human face made of pastry. Middle right: a person dressed as Little Red Riding Hood holding an axe and a small basket with a plush wolf inside. Bottom left: a group of three people in gory costumes
Halloween Potluck & Fall Fest

Join us to celebrate the spooky season!
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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.
Plane & Simple: Carving Out Community Connection

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.
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A collage of handmade creations from a makerspace. Top left shows a stained-glass panel of a rising sun over green hills. Below it, a man wearing a beanie and white futuristic eye mask smiles slightly. Center top shows a beaded necklace with purple stones and a cluster of crystals in the middle. Top right is a plush pink bunny with large purple eyes, wings, and a cape decorated with clouds and moons. Bottom left shows a wooden table with a striking blue epoxy river down the middle.
Second Sundays: Show & Tell

Let's talk about/see those holiday projects (or any project!) Join us for a casual show & tell where we invite you to show any project you've completed and/or talk about what you are planning to make for the holiday season and beyond! We'll have snacks and good company. Join with other makers to inspire and get inspired!
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A collage of family-friendly maker activities. The top panel is an illustration of a family working together at a table, smiling as they build with wood. The bottom left shows a homemade marble run built from scrap wood with ramps and a black marble. The bottom center displays colorful clay figures including a blue animal, a green turtle, a yellow duck, and a brown bear holding a red heart. The bottom right features a simple wooden robot figure made from flat wood pieces tied together with pipe cleaners, wi
Get Scrappy! Family Junk Jamboree

Bring your curiosity, creativity, and your favorite kid(s) to MakeHaven for an afternoon of hands-on fun! During this special family meetup, we’ll dive into our treasure troves of wood and fabric scraps (and more) and see what magic we can make. From wacky sculptures to crafty creations, you and your young makers can explore self-directed projects together—no set rules, just imagination leading the way.
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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.
Senshi Sunday: Manga Meetup & Cook Together

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!
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Sketchbook Social

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.
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Knot Just Knitting: Crochet, Embroidery and more

Calling all knitting and crochet enthusiasts! Join us at MakeHaven for our monthly gathering, meticulously orchestrated by Denise, one of our esteemed textile facilitators.
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Plane & Simple: Carving Out Community Connection

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.
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Second Sundays: Brew & 'Beetz!

We're firing up the pizza oven, inviting the brew crew to talk brewing and member chefs Max and Josh will cook some New Haven pies ("ah-beetz!") Please register & bring a pizza topping and/or libations (drinks), side, or dessert. If you have any pizza-related dietary needs (eg gluten-free crust or dairy-free cheese) please bring that as your pizza contribution.
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