MakeHaven

Are you staring at a blank grant application and wishing for a bit of company? Whether you are drafting a proposal for professional use or personal projects, this is your space. We are skipping the formal lectures and focusing on a productive, collaborative environment where you can find the structure and support you need to get the job done.

What to Expect
This is a dedicated work session for folks currently in the process of seeking or writing grants. We provide the tables and the quiet accountability to help you stay on track. While this is not an instructional class on how to write grants, it is a great place to bounce ideas off other writers, share resources, and make real progress on your applications alongside peers who understand the hustle.
What to Bring

• Your Laptop: Or any notebooks and materials you need for your specific application.
• Current Projects: Bring the grant you are currently working on or the ones you are researching.
• A Spark of Focus: We provide the space, you provide the momentum!

Who Should Join
This meetup is for anyone actively seeking grants for professional development or personal creative endeavors. If you have the "what" and just need the "when" and "where" to write it, you belong here.
Important Details

• Cost: Free and open to the community.
• RSVP: Please sign up in advance so we can ensure enough table space for everyone.
• Age Note: Makers aged 13 to 17 are welcome with parental or guardian supervision.

Instructor: Laurel Lyngklip

You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:

https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=897&reset=1

Join host Adam for an inspiring gathering with members of the local woodworking community. This meetup is designed to foster creativity and camaraderie in a welcoming, collaborative environment. Whether you are a seasoned woodworker or just starting out, this is the perfect space to ignite your passion for craftsmanship and strengthen bonds with fellow makers.
What to Expect

• Project Sharing: A dedicated time to show off your latest work, whether in person or through photos.
• Brainstorming Sessions: Engage in lively discussions to troubleshoot technical hurdles or explore new design ideas.
• Community Connection: Offer support, encouragement, and advice to others while gaining fresh inspiration for your next endeavor.

What to Bring

• Your Work: Bring along a portable project, photos of your builds, or even just a rough sketch of a future idea.
• Questions: This is a great space to seek feedback or technical advice from the group.
• Refreshments: Snacks/BYOB to share are welcome, but not required.

Who Should Join
This meetup is open to the public and welcomes woodworkers of all skill levels. If you are looking to connect with like-minded individuals and celebrate the art of woodworking, you are encouraged to attend.
Important Details

• Cost: Free and open to the public.
• RSVP: Please register in advance so we can prepare the space for the group.

Instructor: Adam Work

You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:

https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=893&reset=1

Bring your latest creations and find some new inspiration! For August’s Second Sunday, we are hosting a casual, low pressure community show and tell. This is the perfect opportunity to share the story behind your work, get feedback from fellow makers, and see the amazing variety of projects happening inside and outside the shop.
What to Expect
This is a relaxed, social meetup designed to help members connect and celebrate each other's creativity. We will gather to take turns sharing our projects in a supportive, encouraging environment. Whether you want to talk about your design process, a technique you mastered, or a stubborn problem you managed to solve, everyone is welcome!
What to Bring

• Show and Tell Items: Bring a project you have recently finished or something you are currently working on. It can be anything from woodwork and jewelry to textiles, digital art, or electronics. (If it's too big to transport, photos or videos on your phone work great!)
• Snacks to Share: We’ll provide some basic refreshments, but feel free to bring along a favorite treat to share if you are feeling inspired.

Who Should Join
This meetup is open to the public and makers of all stripes. If you enjoy making things and meeting creative people, you belong here! This session is all about sharing tips, finding unique materials, and seeing the amazing variety of work happening in the shop.

Important Details

Calling all artists, doodlers, and creative minds! Sketchbook Social is a laid-back, welcoming space designed for anyone who loves to draw. This is a judgment-free atmosphere where you can experiment with new techniques, share ideas with fellow creatives, and enjoy the simple process of making art in good company.

What to Expect

• Open Sketching: Dedicated time to work on your own drawings, characters, or studies.
• Creative Exchange: A low-pressure environment to swap tips, share favorite tools, and get inspired by others' styles.
• Collaborative Inspiration: Connect with local artists across all skill levels and mediums to keep your creative momentum going.

What to Bring

• Your Medium of Choice: Bring your sketchbook, digital tablet, canvas, or any portable tools you prefer to work with.
• Works in Progress: Feel free to bring completed pieces or half-finished sketches you’d like to discuss.
• Fresh Ideas: Just yourself and an interest in seeing what others are creating.

Who Should Join
This meetup is open to the public and welcomes everyone from professional illustrators to casual hobbyists. Whether you work on paper or digitally, if you enjoy the act of sketching, you belong here.
Important Details

• Cost: Free and open to the public.
• RSVP: Please register so we can ensure there is enough table space for everyone to create comfortably.

Instructor: Aven Greene

You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:

https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=949&reset=1