About us
MAKE Roanoke is a non-profit makerspace in Roanoke, VA. MAKE Roanoke is entirely led and run by volunteers. We are located at 128 Albemarle Ave SE, B, Roanoke VA 24013. We don't have standard open hours, but instead give our membership key fobs to access the space whenever suits them.
Mission Statement
MAKE Roanoke exists to promote knowledge, skill, and creativity in science, technology, crafts, and the arts. We strive to foster these values in an inclusive and safe environment. To these ends, MAKE Roanoke shall provide the following:
- An inclusive and collegial social framework for members to inspire and collaborate with others of similar interests;
- A maintained communal space providing safe access to tools and supplies for projects; and
- Events to promote education and collaboration between members and the greater Roanoke community.
Upcoming events
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- $35.00
Members Only: Basic Wood Turning: Make a Rolling Pin!
MAKE Roanoke, 128 Albemarle Ave SE, Roanoke, VA, USJoin us at MAKE Roanoke for a class on our lathe!
This class will teach basic wood turning skills: how to turn simple shapes on the lathe, how to create convex, concave, and straight features, and Lathe safety. Students will make their very own rolling pin to take home! All materials are included in the class fee.
This class is for MAKE Roanoke Members only. Find out more about MAKE Roanoke Membership here. This class does count for Lathe Red Level Tool Training. It is suitable for beginners, and recommended for ages 18 and up.
Please note that MAKE Roanoke is an active workshop:
- All participants must have a signed waiver on file. If the participant is a minor, the waiver must be signed by a parent or court-appointed legal guardian. Waivers can be filled out ahead of time at https://mkroa.org/waiver
- Children who are not participating in the event are not permitted in the space.
- Closed toed shoes are required in the space at all times by everyone, regardless of age or participation in an event. No sandals, crocs, or bare feet.
- You may be asked to remove or tuck in dangling jewelry, lanyards, etc for safety.
- Depending on the activity, other dress code rules may apply.
7 attendees 
General Orientations & Space Tours for New & Prospective Members
MAKE Roanoke, 128 Albemarle Ave SE, Roanoke, VA, USCome learn about MAKE Roanoke by taking a tour of Roanoke's own non-profit makerspace and staying for the General Orientation! General Orientations are required for membership. The tours start promptly at 8pm.
Memberships cost $50/mo and get you 24/7 access to the space via a keyfob for all the equipment that you're trained on. Find out more about MAKE Roanoke Membership here
The Orientations will consist of a tour showcasing what MAKE Roanoke has to offer, a video explaining our rules and procedures, a briefer tour highlighting safety equipment, and then time for Q&A and signing up for memberships.
Please note that additional shop-level orientations and tool-level training are required to use most tools.
You do not have to sign up for a membership, if you want to just take the tour and/or orientation to learn more, that's very welcome!
Please note that MAKE Roanoke is an active workshop:- Children who are not participating in the event are not permitted in the space.
- Closed toed shoes are required in the space at all times by everyone, regardless of age or participation in an event. No sandals, crocs, or bare feet.
- You may be asked to remove or tuck in dangling jewelry, lanyards, etc for safety.
- Depending on the activity, other dress code rules may apply.
3 attendees
Maker Mini: Spoon Carving
MAKE Roanoke, 128 Albemarle Ave SE, Roanoke, VA, USJoin us at MAKE Roanoke for another FREE Maker Mini!
In this short class, students will utilize carving knives and electric sanders to carve their very own wooden spoon by hand. They will also learn the basics of wood carving.
This class is suitable for absolute beginners, ages 12 and up.
Please note that MAKE Roanoke is an active workshop:
- All participants must have a signed waiver on file. If the participant is a minor, the waiver must be signed by a parent or court-appointed legal guardian. Waivers can be filled out ahead of time at https://mkroa.org/waiver
- Children who are not participating in the event are not permitted in the space.
- Closed toed shoes are required in the space at all times by everyone, regardless of age or participation in an event. No sandals, crocs, or bare feet.
- You may be asked to remove or tuck in dangling jewelry, lanyards, etc for safety.
- Depending on the activity, other dress code rules may apply.
11 attendees
Bite-Size Charity for MAKE Roanoke at Blaze Pizza
Blaze Pizza, 4464 Electric Rd, Unit C, Roanoke, VA, USMAKE Roanoke is hosting a fundraiser at Blaze Pizza near Tanglewood Mall on Thursday, May 21 from 5-9 PM!
Simply show this flyer at checkout or use code FUNDA in the official Blaze Pizza app or website
We are also planning on getting Pizza to go and eating it at Aethling Meadery in Downtown while we participate in their Thursday Trivia! To learn more about that, join our discord server
Blaze Pizza will donate 20% of the proceeds to MAKE Roanoke!
MAKE Roanoke has made about $800 thanks to restaurant charity fundraisers like this one. We appreciate your support!!
5 attendees
Past events
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