MakeHaven

Join host Adam for an inspiring gathering with members of the local woodworking community. This meetup is designed to foster creativity and camaraderie in a welcoming, collaborative environment. Whether you are a seasoned woodworker or just starting out, this is the perfect space to ignite your passion for craftsmanship and strengthen bonds with fellow makers.
What to Expect

• Project Sharing: A dedicated time to show off your latest work, whether in person or through photos.
• Brainstorming Sessions: Engage in lively discussions to troubleshoot technical hurdles or explore new design ideas.
• Community Connection: Offer support, encouragement, and advice to others while gaining fresh inspiration for your next endeavor.

What to Bring

• Your Work: Bring along a portable project, photos of your builds, or even just a rough sketch of a future idea.
• Questions: This is a great space to seek feedback or technical advice from the group.
• Refreshments: Snacks/BYOB to share are welcome, but not required.

Who Should Join
This meetup is open to the public and welcomes woodworkers of all skill levels. If you are looking to connect with like-minded individuals and celebrate the art of woodworking, you are encouraged to attend.
Important Details

• Cost: Free and open to the public.
• RSVP: Please register in advance so we can prepare the space for the group.

Instructor: Adam Work

You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:

https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=892&reset=1

Clear out your bottle stash and find some new inspiration! For July’s Second Sunday, we are hosting a community bottle upcycling session. This is the perfect opportunity to learn how to cut and sand glass bottles to transform them into usable cups. Whether you have extra wine bottles, soda bottles, or beer bottles, bring them in to practice your glass crafting skills with your fellow makers.
What to Expect
This is a relaxed, social meetup designed to help members connect and learn a fun upcycling technique. We will have designated stations setup for scoring, splitting, and sanding glass so you can safely turn your empty bottles into custom glassware. The session is highly collaborative, allowing everyone to work together, swap tips, and experiment with different types of bottles.
What to Bring

• Empty Glass Bottles: Bring clean, empty wine, soda, or beer bottles that you would like to cut and sand into cups. We will also have plenty so if you don't have one, just bring yourself!
• 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

Calling all artists, doodlers, and creative minds! Sketchbook Social is a laid-back, welcoming space designed for anyone who loves to draw. This is a judgment-free atmosphere where you can experiment with new techniques, share ideas with fellow creatives, and enjoy the simple process of making art in good company.

What to Expect

• Open Sketching: Dedicated time to work on your own drawings, characters, or studies.
• Creative Exchange: A low-pressure environment to swap tips, share favorite tools, and get inspired by others' styles.
• Collaborative Inspiration: Connect with local artists across all skill levels and mediums to keep your creative momentum going.

What to Bring

• Your Medium of Choice: Bring your sketchbook, digital tablet, canvas, or any portable tools you prefer to work with.
• Works in Progress: Feel free to bring completed pieces or half-finished sketches you’d like to discuss.
• Fresh Ideas: Just yourself and an interest in seeing what others are creating.

Who Should Join
This meetup is open to the public and welcomes everyone from professional illustrators to casual hobbyists. Whether you work on paper or digitally, if you enjoy the act of sketching, you belong here.
Important Details

• Cost: Free and open to the public.
• RSVP: Please register so we can ensure there is enough table space for everyone to create comfortably.

Instructor: Aven Greene

You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:

https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=941&reset=1

Calling all textile enthusiasts! Join us at MakeHaven for our monthly gathering dedicated to the joys of fiber arts. This recurring event offers an opportunity to engage with fellow crafters in a setting that is both warm and welcoming. This meetup is a haven for those looking to dive into their projects, exchange ideas, and foster a vibrant, creative community.
What to Expect
Expect a nurturing environment for textile artist enthusiasts at all levels of expertise. This is a social space designed to cultivate an inclusive, creative community. You will have dedicated project time to make headway on your current piece or start something new. This is your chance to participate in engaging conversations, exchange tips, and brainstorm on future projects. Please note that this is a social meeting for working together and is not a formal instructed class.
What to Bring

• Projects and Materials: Bring along your knitting needles, crochet hooks, and any other work in progress projects (including your own yarns, thread, etc).
• Resources to Share: If you have helpful guides, patterns, or insights, feel free to bring them along to share with the group.
• Personal Tools: Since this is not a taught class, ensure you have all the specific tools required for your individual project.

Who Should Join
Anyone who shares a passion for knitting, crocheting, needlework, or any textile craft. Whether you are looking to meet like minded individuals, find inspiration, or simply enjoy a few hours of crafting in great company, you are welcome to join this flourishing community.
Important Details

• Format: This is a self guided social gathering and not an instructed workshop.
• Schedule: Meets the 4th Sunday of every month from 12pm to 3pm.
• Cost: Free and open to the public.
• RSVP: Please sign up so we can prepare the space for the group.

Instructor: Denise McGillicuddy

You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:

https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=624&reset=1