Great! To be an Associate Member you need a Sponsor, the person who lends you their credibility to use the space and who is your guide for the Maker Quest (if full Membership is your goal). You can get some additional insight from this post: https://www.nova-labs.org/blog/2012/06...

The greatest benefit of full Membership is the 24/7 access that comes with a door key.

It's a cheap ticket to wonderful resources. See you at the Labs!

We're a safe place to learn making. I know, I was a beginner when I joined but through classes, project collaborations, and great friends I learned a lot. Nova Labs has great tools too like 3D printer, laser cutter, cnc mills, etc. Check out Nova-Labs.org for what we've been up to and while you're there register and join mailing lists of interest. It's a good way to start climbing curves. Then come visit! Come to either our monthly Open House or just stop by when we're open and ask for a tour.