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Passion Works Parade in Place
Join Passion Works Studio for a “Parade in Place” Sunday, May 31st from 1:00-3:00pm. This spectacular drive-by event will take place at 30 Utah Place in front of the beautiful Zenner House on the east side of Athens. Spectators will be asked to remain in their cars as they slowly drive along the designated route…. Read More
Amethystone CD Release Concert & Charity Art Auction
Athens’ Ohio’s favorite Fantasy Rock Band, Amethystone is throwing a party to celebrate the release of their new album, “The Alchemist.” This admission is a free family friendly event with special guest DJ and Emcee, B-Funk Brandon Thompson. Amethystone will perform their new album “The Alchemist” in its entirety with special performances by dancer Ellie… Read More
Statehood Day Open House
Join us for Statehood Day on March 7 from 12 to 4 PM! The Ross County Historical Society Heritage Center, 45 West Fifth Street, Chillicothe, will be open 12 Noon to 4 PM. Featured will be a special one-day exhibit of Ohio statehood documents from the society’s archives, a special one-day display of sports memorabilia… Read More
Art Reception for Savannah Freeman’s, “Outside”, & Hannah Sickles’ “The Everyday”
An exhibit of original hand-made artworks by Savannah Freeman of Moonville Print Shop and Hannah Sickles of Saturday Darlings Studio. The double opening will also feature food, drinks, and live piano from Metra Peterson with vocals from Chelsa Peterson Morahan. Meet the artists and purchase some beautiful art! The show will be on display from… Read More
Starbrick Gallery Show – Last Breath of Winter: Last Chance at All Things Winter
Feb 22 through March 22nd Starbrick Gallery Show – Last Breath of Winter: Last Chance at All Things Winter Most things on sale or clearance – paintings, photos, prints, 30% off knitwear, etc
William T. Sherman’s 200th Birthday Party
You only turn 200 once! Join the celebration of the 200th anniversary of the birth of Lancaster’s most famous son, William Tecumseh Sherman, Feb. 8, 2020. The party will be held from 6-10pm at The Mill Event Center, 431 S. Columbus St., in Lancaster, Ohio. Randy Lawrence will serve as emcee, bringing a mix of… Read More
Warm* Hearts: Intro to Fused Glass
Come out to this special Valentine’s Day class and learn about fusing glass while making hearts for or with the one you love! In this class you will learn how to cut and shape glass, two techniques for creating pieces suitable for fusing, make several kinds of hearts in fused glass, and learn to operate… Read More
Intermediate Sewing Part I – Apron
The first in a 2-part series for participants who have taken Beginning Sewing or have other basic sewing skills to take on the next step and develop their sewing finesse – while making a beautiful work apron! In this friendly 3-hour class, students will learn skills to create pockets and use bias tape as a… Read More
Paper Jewelry
Don’t throw away scraps of papers, old magazine and catalogs. Upcycle them and make wearable jewelry. Learn how to create necklaces, rings, earrings and bracelets made from paper. Make your own unusual and biodegradable fashion statements. You will turn this 1-dimensional material into 3-dimensional jewelry art using bending, folding, crumbling, cutting and other techniques. Class… Read More
Beginning Sewing
Always wanted to learn how to sew? Come learn at Athens Makerspace in this friendly 3-hour class! This class is suitable for those who have never sewn anything, but when you leave, you will have the skills to take on more advanced projects, such as in our Intermediate Sewing Part I – Apron class. Students… Read More
ReUse on Union December Open House
Come on out to our holiday Open House 12-5 Saturday, December 21st! We will be featuring all our consignment artists’ talent. Many will be in attendance, and will have brought in lots of new goodies to peruse – come enjoy refreshments and shop for locally made gifts! Live music on site – stay tuned for… Read More
Last Minute Gifts and Gift Bags!
Need wrappings for that gift, or haven’t yet found something for the people on your list? Come to our drop-in time at Athens Makerspace and whip up a lovely reusable gift bag or choose from our array of sewn project ideas for practical last-minute handmade gifts. These include homemade produce bags, napkins, pot scrubbers, placemat/utensil… Read More
Laser Engrave an Ornament
Come learn the basics of operating our laser engraver! Class takers will make and take two different ornaments that each demonstrate different possible ways of using the laser to achieve different effects: 3D ornaments and relief ornaments using different local woods to create depth. If you like you can bring your own designs, but they… Read More
Make Your Own Upcycled Holiday Stocking
Come learn how to craft your very own Upcycled Holiday Stocking – just in time to use it this December or give as a thoughtful handmade gift to a special person! In this 3 hour class, participants will learn how to create a fully-lined, one-of-a-kind stocking [with a secret pocket, for extra special gifts!] out… Read More
Aluminum Can Cutting and Upcycling!
Are you amused by the big upcycled windchime by Dan Laurence at ReUse on Union? Come learn how to make one for yourself! In this introductory class, Dan will show you all his best tricks for efficiently cutting common aluminum beverage cans to best utilize their bottoms, sides, and unique design elements. Students will then… Read More
Christmas Open House At Ross County Historical Society
You are invited to our 2019 Christmas Open House! Featuring our one-of-a-kind Christmas tree decorated with hundreds of hand-cut paper ornaments by local Scherenschnitte artist Bonnie Grove, and a charming Victorian Christmas parlor with late 19th and early 20th century holiday decorations and toys. You can also enjoy our permanent exhibits, “Toys from the… Read More
Weld a Horseshoe Snowman
Still in search of a whimsical holiday gift for someone you love? Come join us to weld them a cheerful snowman out of upcycled horseshoes! Using MIG welder techniques, our talented instructor, Liz King, will guide participants through this Make-and-Take project. Having MIG welding experience is helpful but not necessary. Participants should wear close-toed shoes,… Read More
Patterned Cutting Board Workshop
Make your very own patterned cutting board to keep or give in this popular workshop. No woodworking experience necessary! Participants will create their own custom designs and be able to take home 1-3 cutting boards! Athens Makerspace will provide a variety of attractive hardwoods already planed and cut into strips, including walnut, oak, cherry, ash,… Read More
Weave a Seat from Ties!
Do 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
For the Love of Athens Photo Entry Deadline
For the Love of Athens is a photo exhibit for images of people, places or things in Athens County. Chosen photos (30-35 pieces) will be exhibited in the Arts West galleries for the month of February, 2020. Send up to 5 photos to artswestmarketing@gmail.com or enter via Instagram #fortheloveofathens and add number #1, #2, #3,… Read More
Sip N Sew: Work on your gifts!
Sewing gifts for your loved ones and want to hang out with other sewists and imbibe a little something while you craft? Bring your projects along and hang out with us at Athens MakerSpace! Snacks, glasses, and venue provided. BYOB or BYOW. Valid ID and $5 cover at the door
Comic Book Light Switches
Love superheroes, villains and general comic book geekery? Athens Ohio MakerSpace’s Sean Michael Francis King will be hosting a workshop at Coolville Public Library to create fun, and unique light switches with comic books both new and old! These light switches would make cool stocking stuffers for the comic book fan in your life (or… Read More
Intro to Machine Sewing – Flannel Pillowcase
Would 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
Upcycled Stuffed Animals
On December 12th from 4:30 to 5:30pm at Coolville Public Library, Athens Ohio MakerSpace will be hosting a craft event for parents, their kids or any person who’s generally interested. Our instructor, Megan Rogers, will show attendees how to create cute, stuffed animals (or snowman) from sweater and t-shirt scraps. These creations would be wonderful… Read More
Upcycled Mitts from Sweaters
Want to make something cozy and upcycled for your loved one this year? Come out to Athens Makerspace to learn to make ‘mitts’ from sweaters! Participants will leave with one pair of comfy embroidered arm warmers, lined or unlined, to wear themselves or give as a gift. You will not only learn how to craft… Read More
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