About us
MAKE Roanoke is a non-profit makerspace in Roanoke, VA. MAKE Roanoke is entirely led and run by volunteers. We are located at 128 Albemarle Ave SE, B, Roanoke VA 24013. We don't have standard open hours, but instead give our membership key fobs to access the space whenever suits them.
Mission Statement
MAKE Roanoke exists to promote knowledge, skill, and creativity in science, technology, crafts, and the arts. We strive to foster these values in an inclusive and safe environment. To these ends, MAKE Roanoke shall provide the following:
- An inclusive and collegial social framework for members to inspire and collaborate with others of similar interests;
- A maintained communal space providing safe access to tools and supplies for projects; and
- Events to promote education and collaboration between members and the greater Roanoke community.
Upcoming events
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Maker Mini: Spoon Carving
MAKE Roanoke, 128 Albemarle Ave SE, Roanoke, VA, USJoin us at MAKE Roanoke for another FREE Maker Mini!
In this short class, students will utilize carving knives and electric sanders to carve their very own wooden spoon by hand. They will also learn the basics of wood carving.
This class is suitable for absolute beginners, ages 12 and up.
Please note that MAKE Roanoke is an active workshop:
- All participants must have a signed waiver on file. If the participant is a minor, the waiver must be signed by a parent or court-appointed legal guardian. Waivers can be filled out ahead of time at https://mkroa.org/waiver
- Children who are not participating in the event are not permitted in the space.
- Closed toed shoes are required in the space at all times by everyone, regardless of age or participation in an event. No sandals, crocs, or bare feet.
- You may be asked to remove or tuck in dangling jewelry, lanyards, etc for safety.
- Depending on the activity, other dress code rules may apply.
11 attendees
Bite-Size Charity for MAKE Roanoke at Blaze Pizza
Blaze Pizza, 4464 Electric Rd, Unit C, Roanoke, VA, USMAKE Roanoke is hosting a fundraiser at Blaze Pizza near Tanglewood Mall on Thursday, May 21 from 5-9 PM!
Simply show this flyer at checkout or use code FUNDA in the official Blaze Pizza app or website
We are also planning on getting Pizza to go and eating it at Aethling Meadery in Downtown while we participate in their Thursday Trivia! To learn more about that, join our discord server
Blaze Pizza will donate 20% of the proceeds to MAKE Roanoke!
MAKE Roanoke has made about $800 thanks to restaurant charity fundraisers like this one. We appreciate your support!!
5 attendees- $25.00
Creating Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG) with Affinity
MAKE Roanoke, 128 Albemarle Ave SE, Roanoke, VA, USCome learn about Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG) in this class at MAKE Roanoke using the free software Affinity! This class is taught by Ettelie Lovern and Melissa Comeau.
Vector Graphics are unique in that they can be scaled infinitely without losing quality, unlike raster (pixel) graphics. They are extremely useful in design, but also in the world of making. Knowing how to make and edit SVGs will give you a skill useful in Die Cutting (like the Cricut), CNC applications, 3D Printing, Laser Cutting, and more.
In this class, students will learn about vector images and vector image software. We will be using the free program Affinity, but the skills learned here are very transferable to other programs such as Inkscape and Illustrator.
Students will begin by taking a sketch and using it to create a coffee shop logo, using the tools in Affinity to trace an image and add text. At the end of the class, students will be able to edit and create their own vector images to use in their various projects.
Students must bring their own laptop (Mac or Windows) with Affinity already installed, and a free Canva account already made. A mouse or graphics tablet (ie wacom, etc) is also strongly recommended. You can download the software here: https://www.affinity.studio/download
This class is suitable for beginners, and is recommended for ages 16 and up. (Ages 12-16 can take it along with their parent/guardian using one computer) The class fee is $25, or $15 for MAKE Roanoke Members. MAKE Roanoke Members can also bring one guest at the discounted member rate. Find out more about MAKE Roanoke membership here. Payment is taken at the door, we accept cash, card (including tap-to-pay), and PayPal.
Please note that MAKE Roanoke is an active workshop:
- All participants must have a signed waiver on file. If the participant is a minor, the waiver must be signed by a parent or court-appointed legal guardian. Waivers can be filled out ahead of time at https://mkroa.org/waiver
- Children who are not participating in the event are not permitted in the space.
- Closed toed shoes are required in the space at all times by everyone, regardless of age or participation in an event. No sandals, crocs, or bare feet.
- You may be asked to remove or tuck in dangling jewelry, lanyards, etc for safety.
- Depending on the activity, other dress code rules may apply.
8 attendees
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