Summer Make-a-Tion - Soldering I & II

Soldering I

Have you heard of soldering before but thought it sounded hard? Don’t know what the purpose is or even how to pronounce it (psst: it’s soh-der)? This workshop is for you!
Have no fear, soldering is easy! No, seriously. We aren’t just saying that to sell you on this workshop. In this introductory class you will learn the principles of soldering by creating a circuit on a light up LED robot badge.

When: Aug 16 11am

Where: Makerspace Urbana

Cost: $5

Soldering II

Not that you need much practice, but this is a slightly more advanced soldering workshop where you can put together some amazing kits:

TV-Be-Gone: Turns off almost any kind of television so you don’t have to watch Fox News at the pub anymore!

MintyBoost: A battery powered charger for any electronic device that uses USB. Charge your phone on the go! In the club! On a hike! Never be without Facebook again. NEVER.

Gemma started kit: Tired of the same old boring clothes with absolutely NO LEDs?? Suffer no more! This Gemma starter kit will get you on the way to the long term goal of being seen from space!

Atari Punk Console: Kids, this noisemaker will be sure to delight any parent or grandparent. What exactly does it do? Brings joy through noise. Get one today!

When: Aug 16 3pm

Where: Makerspace Urbana
Cost: $15-20 (varies by kit)