- 3D Printing Night and Certification - RSVP ON ACEMAKERSPACE.ORGNeeds location$8.00
RSVP at https://www.acemakerspace.org/event/3d-printing-night-and-certification-050124/
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Bring your projects and designs to troubleshoot and show n’ tell with folks who are also on 3D printing adventures. This hands-on workshop covers a wide range of learning opportunities including certification training, an overview of how 3D printers work, finding and designing objects to print (STL files), and an opportunity to print your own object.
Class Type: Exposure
Class Level: All
Class Length: 2 Hours
Pre-requisites: None
Certifications: 3D Printing Certification Available
Age: 10 + - Solid-Wood Cutting Board Workshop - RSVP on ACEMAKERSPACE.ORGAce Makerspace, Oakland, CA$65.00
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DO NOT TRY AND RSVP ON MEETUPCreate your own finished cutting board. You will start by choosing a lovely piece of raw hardwood to cut down to shape on the chop saw, then add details with the drill press and routers. Lastly, you will sand your piece to a lovely finish with both the drum sander and hand sanding block. During this project, you will use a variety of power tools, hand tools, and butcher block oils to finish your project. This is a great beginner project.
Class Type: Exposure
Level: Beginner
Timing: 3.5 Hours
Location: Workshop, Suite #214
Certification: none
Age: 18+Tools you will use
- Chopsaw
- Drill press
- Palm Router
- Drum Sander
- Belt Sander
- Hand Sanding Blocks
- Finishing oils
What to wear: Closed-toe shoes, short sleeves and, work clothes. Long hair must be tied back. Please note butcherblock wax/oil can stain, so work clothes is a must.
Safety Gear: Eye protection, and ear protection, and all the hand sanitizer will be provided. If you have special needs bring your own.
This class requires a minimum of 2 students per session. If the class is canceled we can offer a refund but otherwise do not. All proceeds go to support Ace Makerspace programs that serve over 1100 people a year in the greater East Bay. - Ace Makerspace TourAce Makerspace, Oakland, CA
RSVP at https://www.acemakerspace.org/events/
This tour goes all the way through the 6 rooms at Ace! (there are stairs involved).
This tour starts at 12pm sharp! One tour only this evening. Please DO NOT arrive more than 5 min. early or late as we will not be able to accommodate extra tours or early starts. Thank You.
- Jointer, Planer, and Table Saw Basics - RSVP ON ACEMAKERSPACE.ORGNeeds location$70.00
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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.
Class Type: Access
Level: Beginner
Timing: 3.5 hours
Location: Suite #214 Workshop
Corequisite: Shop Basics
Certifications: Jointer, Planner, and Table Saw
Age: 16+ with parent or guardian also taking the classWhat you will learn
Learn the basics and become certified on the:- Table Saw
- Jointer
- Planer
Learn more at https://www.acemakerspace.org/event/jointer-planer-and-table-saw-basics-123123/
- Tote Bag Sewing Workshop - RSVP at ACEMAKERSPACE.ORGAce Makerspace, Oakland, CA$60.00
RSVP at https://www.acemakerspace.org/event/tote-bag-sewing-workshop-050524/
DO NOT TRY TO RSVP ON MEET UP!!!Add a little pep to your schlep! Make a fabulous tote bag while exploring beginner sewing skills in this hands-on workshop! Our knowledgeable instructors will guide you through the whole process from cutting fabric, to using a sewing machine, to basic construction, and more.
This class is great for beginners or those who want to continue expanding their sewing project repertoire. In this class, we will cover:
- Practice using a sewing machine
- Quick and safe cutting with a rotary cutter
- Basic construction
- How to box corners
- How to put in a lining
All the fabric and supplies are provided. We will be using the Ace Janome sewing machines, so no need to bring your own
- Shop Basics - RSVP at ACEMAKERSPACE.ORGAce Makerspace, Oakland, CA$18.50
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Your Ace Makerspace Workshop 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. ALL shop users are required to take this class to use the Ace Workshop and Metal Shops.
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
- Electronics Night- RSVP on ACEMAKERSPACE.ORGAce Makerspace, Oakland, CA$12.00
RSVP at https://www.acemakerspace.org/event/electronics-night-050824/
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Join others in our well-appointed electronics lab for a hosted, free-style night of electronics exploration and tinkering.
At Open Lab you can:
- Get help with your electronics projects including program microcontrollers
- Learn a new skill like how to solder or how to use tools like Oscilloscopes
- Get help getting started with electronics for repair, special projects, art, or cosplay
- Access tools and supplies to repair electronics in small appliances and electronic devices
- Your hosts have a variety of skills and access to tons of resources all in a well-appointed electronics lab set up for social distancing.
- New Member Orientation- RSVP ON ACEMAKERSPACE.ORGAce Makerspace, Oakland, CA$10.00
RSVP at https://www.acemakerspace.org/event/electronics-night-050824/
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Sharing space in these challenging times is hard. Learn the basics about how Ace works and explore the social contract. Please be on time as we go over a lot!
There will be snacks. And enough room to stay distanced while still enjoying tasty treats.
Agenda- Welcome and Introductions
- Sign Up
- The Culture and the Social Contract
- Details and Q & A
- Community Contributions
- Storage
- Guest Policy
- How to get a Class Posted
- Certifications and how they work