Ace Makerspace

YOU MUST RSVP/PURCHASE TICKETS THROUGH THE ACE MAKERSPACE WEBSITE: www.acemakerspace.org/calendar

This tour goes all the way through the 6 rooms at Ace! Your tour guide will take you through all the basics and can provide help signing up as a member. Please DO NOT arrive more than 5 min. early or late as we will not be able to accommodate extra tours or early starts. Please note that there are stairs involved.

If you get here really early there is a beer garden on the corner that serves a great pint or lemonade.

YOU MUST RSVP/PURCHASE TICKETS THROUGH THE ACE MAKERSPACE WEBSITE: www.acemakerspace.org/calendar

Explore a variety of cement casting, sealing, and decorating techniques using quick-dry cement. Gain familiarity working with different kinds of molds, including how to make your own, as you create a unique set of coasters and a planter.
Class Type: Exposure
Class Level: Beginner
Class Length: 4 Hours
Age: 14+
Prerequisites: None

All tools and materials are provided.

New Guests must sign up for a FREE Guest Account and sign their liability waiver before this event starts. Add the FREE account on check out or sign up here → FREE Guest Account.

If you need a scholarship for this class, please submit this request form. You may be notified as little as 24 hours before the event.

Ace Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit member-supported organization. All proceeds support Ace Makerspace and help us serve over 1200 people a year with innovative programs, equitable access to makerspace resources, and more creative, self-reliant communities in Oakland.

YOU MUST PURCHASE TICKETS THROUGH THE ACE MAKERSPACE WEBSITE: www.acemakerspace.org/calendar

Your Ace Makerspace Woodworking and Metalworking experience starts here! First, get up to speed on shop etiquette and learn the ins and outs of sharing tools and space at Ace Makerspace. This one-hour certification class is required for ALL Wood and Metal Shop users.

Level: Beginner to Expert
Timing: 1 hour
Location: Ace Workshop Suite #214
Prerequisites: None
Certification: Ace Shop Basics (required to use the Ace Shops)
Age: 14+

Agenda

• How to find out what is safe use / Safety Tools
• Better than you found it
• What tools require certification
• Using Tool Asset numbers
• Consumables
• Managing Power
• Dust collection and the Cyclone
• Storage
• Reserving Space Dibs
• Reporting when things go wrong, or you do something good
• Slack at Ace and for Shop Engagement
• How to get help and find things – Wiki + Slack + Go to Class
• Air Quality Management Sign Up

What to bring: A notebook or well-charged phone for taking notes.
What to wear: Closed-toe shoes, short sleeves, and work clothes. Long hair must be tied back.
Safety Gear: Eye protection, ear protection, and hand sanitizer will be provided. You can also bring your own.

This class requires a minimum of 4 students per session. If there are not enough students, we can issue a refund, otherwise refunds are not allowed.

New Guests must sign up for a FREE Guest Account and sign their liability waiver before this event starts. Add the FREE account on the Ace makerspace website check out or sign up here → FREE Guest Account

If you need a scholarship for this class, please submit this request form. You may be notified as little as 24 hours before the event.

Ace Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-­profit member-supported organization. All proceeds support Ace Makerspace and help us serve over 1200 people a year with innovative programs, equitable access to makerspace resources, and more creative, self-reliant communities in Oakland.

YOU MUST PURCHASE TICKETS THROUGH THE ACE MAKERSPACE WEBSITE: www.acemakerspace.org/calendar

The Table Saw, Jointer, and Planer are core woodworking tools that are great for beginner and veteran woodworkers. This workshop goes over the core principles of using these tools in the Ace Workshop including certification.

Level: Beginner
Timing: 3 hours
Location: Suite #214 Workshop
Corequisite: Shop Basics
Certifications: Jointer, Planner, and Table Saw
Age: 16+ with parent or guardian also taking the class

What you will learn:
Learn how to safely operate the following tools in the Ace Workshop:

• Table Saw
• Jointer
• Planer

What to bring: A notebook or well-charged phone for taking notes.
What to wear: Closed-toe shoes, short sleeves, and work clothes. Long hair must be tied back.
Safety Gear: Eye protection, ear protection, and sanitizer will be provided. You can also bring your own.

This class requires a minimum of 3 students per session. If there are not enough students, we can issue a refund, otherwise refunds are not allowed.

New Guests must sign up for a FREE Guest Account and sign their liability waiver before this event starts. Add the FREE account on check out or sign up here → FREE Guest Account.

If you need a scholarship for this class, please submit this request form. You may be notified as little as 24 hours before the event.

Ace Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit member-supported organization. All proceeds support Ace Makerspace and help us serve over 1200 people a year with innovative programs, equitable access to makerspace resources, and more creative, self-reliant communities in Oakland.