What we’re about
Decatur Makers is a welcoming, family-friendly community of inquisitive, motivated people who work together in a safe environment to discover, understand, design and create interesting things. We do host activities for children, but please note that any children present at a Meetup must be supervised by a parent or guardian.
We also have a google group and are on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram which we use to communicate and discuss activities. More info (and others ways to support us) here.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Decatur Makers Open Build NightDecatur Makers, Decatur, GA
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We host Open Build Nights on Wednesdays from 7-9 PM, except the first Wednesday of the month (reserved for members-only meetings). During this time, our space is free and open to the public, so come take a tour!
Open Build Night is a great time to bring questions about Decatur Makers, tour our makerspace, and meet others who have the same passion.
If you would like to work on a project, please let us know some details beforehand by registering for the event. Certain tools and pieces of equipment are restricted for use and require the assistance of a trained volunteer. We endeavor to have volunteers available, but it is not always possible to work on or complete all projects.
This is for makers of all ages, skill sets, and interests.
We look forward to seeing you there! - How to Design and Build Your Own SpeakersDecatur Makers, Decatur, GA$60.00
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Back by popular demand, Bill and Chris's Basics of Speaker Design Class, V7.0! This is the seventh time we've done this, 70 graduates and over 140 speakers built!
Learn what it takes to design and build your own speakers then build a pair of your very own to take home. This is a two part, two day class. On day one we start with a classroom session on speaker design and construction. In the class we will learn about sound, how we hear it, how it propagates and what it takes to generate "good" sound. We'll learn about the various components that go into a speaker, how they work, how to select them and how to design the right enclosure to create that great sounding system. At the end of the class we'll glue up our enclosures in preparation for the second night where we assemble the components, finish the speakers and check them out with some Pink Floyd!
The class runs over a two night stretch, 7-9pm each night, Thursday September 21st and Friday the 22nd. The cost for the class is $60 which covers the cost of the speaker components. If you want to see and hear what you'll be making, drop by the eshop and give them a listen!
Maximum 12 students.
This class is open to all makers, minors must be accompanied by an adult parent or guardian for the duration of the class. - Beginner SewingDecatur Makers, Decatur, GA$100.00
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In this small group workshop participants will learn basic principles and techniques of using a sewing machine, basic troubleshooting, tools and sewing notions. Learners will create a pillow to take home!
All supplies included in beginner class! (Sewing Machine, Basic Sewing Kit, Notions, Fabric, Pillow Fluff are included in class fee.) Feel Free to bring 1/2 yard of fabric for the pillow project if desired.
No prior experience is required... only an open mind!
Class size: 6 students maximum per session
Age: 8 - Adults
Fee: $100
