community development
Weaver’s Support Group
Athens Makerspace and ReUse On Union 751 West Union St., Athens, OH, United StatesAre you interested in weaving? Are you a Weaver interested in meeting others? Beginning this September, from 6-8pm on second and fourth Tuesdays of each month, Athens Makerspace will host the new Weaver's Support Group. The purpose of this group is to show what resources are available at the MakerSpace, talk about community resources, discuss... Read More
Maker Meet-Up
Athens Makerspace and ReUse On Union 751 West Union St., Athens, OH, United StatesWorking on an idea you'd like to chat about? Want to know more about classes, teaching or other member activities here at AMS? Join us Sat Nov 30th @ 1pm for our monthly Maker Meet-up. Everyone is welcome. We'll have coffee and snacks :)
Weave a Seat from Ties!
Athens Makerspace and ReUse On Union 751 West Union St., Athens, OH, United StatesDo you have an old chair or stool that needs a new seat? Or have you always wanted to learn chair caning but thought it was too boring? Come join Master Seat-Weaver Mindy King to craft a colorful new seat from upcycled neckties! Class will provide all ties and include instruction from start to finish.... Read More
MIG and TIG Welding I
Athens Makerspace and ReUse On Union 751 West Union St., Athens, OH, United StatesThis class will cover metal-working safety, the theory behind welding, and what the different types of welding are. Participants will learn how to operate a MIG welder and a TIG welder and will know what the differences are. Upon completion of the class, students should expect to be able to set up a welder and... Read More
Intro to Machine Sewing – Flannel Pillowcase
Athens Makerspace and ReUse On Union 751 West Union St., Athens, OH, United StatesWould you love a chance to make a fuzzy warm pillowcase for fall? Our talented instructor, Mindy King, will guide you through this great beginner's introduction to sewing with a machine. Attendees will need to purchase and bring with them 1 1/8 yards flannel fabric. If you don't have flannel please consider stopping next door... Read More
Intro to Micro-Controller
Athens Makerspace and ReUse On Union 751 West Union St., Athens, OH, United StatesHave you always wanted to learn how to program a robot? Day 1 - January 6th, 6-9pm Day 2 - January 8th, 6-9pm Learning to program microcontrollers - micro computers that control lights and motors - is the first step. This class is first in a series of classes leading up to you leaving with... Read More
Intro to Vintage Sewing Machine Restoration
Athens Makerspace and ReUse On Union 751 West Union St., Athens, OH, United StatesIntro to Vintage Sewing Machine Restoration will explore the history and mechanics of sewing machines and include a hands-on demonstration of cleaning and adjusting a single machine. This on-going event will feature a different model machine each time it is offered. Attendees do not need to attend classes in a set order. Check back to... Read More
MIG and TIG Welding I
Athens Makerspace and ReUse On Union 751 West Union St., Athens, OH, United StatesThis class will cover metal-working safety, the theory behind welding, and what the different types of welding are. Participants will learn how to operate a MIG welder and a TIG welder and will know what the differences are. Upon completion of the class, students should expect to be able to set up a welder and... Read More
MIG and TIG Welding I
Athens Makerspace and ReUse On Union 751 West Union St., Athens, OH, United StatesThis class will cover metal-working safety, the theory behind welding, and what the different types of welding are. Participants will learn how to operate a MIG welder and a TIG welder and will know what the differences are. Upon completion of the class, students should expect to be able to set up a welder and... Read More
Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service in Tablertown
Join Rural Action, Appalachian Ohio Restore Corps, ODNR's Ohio Outdoor Corps and ServeOhio on Saturday, January 20, 2024 from 9am-4pm at The People of Color Museum in Tablertown! If interested in volunteering, please sign up here by the evening of Monday, January 15, as space is limited. There are four different shifts and volunteers can... Read More