SHAK Makerspace upcoming events

Intro to Kinusaiga: Wizard Frog (14 Oct 2026)

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Intro to Kinusaiga Class

Wizard Frog

Curious about the art of Kinusaiga? Kinusaiga is a Japanese art form that uses fabric pieces tucked into a base (no sewing!) to create beautiful, textured designs.

In this beginner-friendly class, led by Katelyn from The Copper Snail, each student will learn the basics and create their own 4x6 Sleepy Dragon to take home. Please note: Framing will need to be done outside the class.

All materials will be provided, but you're welcome to brin your own fabric scraps if you'd like to personalize your piece. (Thinner fabric works best!)

Wednesday, October 14th

5:30-8:00 pm

SHAK Members: $30

NON-SHAK Members: $35

This class is open to adults, 16+ (minors must have adult supervision, but if the adult is not making their own project then they do not have to pay) and is restricted to 15 students per class.

Closed-toe shoes are required for all participants.

Participants are welcome to bring a snack or non-alcoholic beverage or visit Lexis’ next door.

Please note: Refunds and transfers to a different class date are granted on a very limited, case-by-case basis

SHAK CLOSED (15 Oct 2026)

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Saturday Afternoon: Beginner's Marble Making (17 Oct 2026)

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Beginner Marble Making

Come learn the fun and exciting art of marble making in this interactive class. While learning the basics of glass torchwork and marble making, students will create their own marble. Students will learn how to create marbles using ribbons of glass twisted together.

Saturday Afternoons

1:00-4:30 ish

Non-SHAK Members: $70

SHAK Members: $55

Students must be at 12 years or older. Any students under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. (If the adult plans to help the minor, but not create their own marbles they do not need to pay.)

Registration required for this class as class size is limited to only 2 students, so sign up for this unique learning opportunity soon!

Students MUST wear close toed shoes. Failure to wear close toed shoes will result in students being unable to participate.

Glass & Ghouls: A Beginner Friendly Halloween Stained Glass Workshop (17 Oct 2026)

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Glass & Ghouls:

A Beginner Friendly Halloween Stained Glass Workshop

Get into the spooky spirit while learning the art of stained glass!

In this 4-hour beginner-friendly workshop, you'll learn the basic skills and techniques of stained glass while creating your own one-of-a-kind Halloween decoration. Choose from a variety of spooky designs, such as pumpkins, ghosts, spiderwebs, bloody knives, alien spaceships, and more!

This class is designed for students with little to no stained glass experience, but all skill levels are welcome. If you fall in love with stained glass (and we think you might!), you'll leave with the foundational skills needed to continue practicing on your own or move on to more challenging SHAK stained glass workshops.

Saturday, October 17th
5:00–9:00 PM

Cost:
SHAK Members — $50/person
Non-SHAK Members — $62.50/person

Ages & Minor Participants

Students ages 12 and older are welcome.

Minors must be accompanied by an adult who is willing to assist as needed. An adult attending only to assist a minor may attend at no charge. Adults who would like to create their own stained glass piece must register and pay as a student.

If you will be attending as an assistant only, please contact instructor Jen Martin ahead of time so an additional seat can be prepared: Jen@SHAKMakerspace.org

What to Wear & Bring

Closed-toe shoes are REQUIRED. Students who arrive without closed-toe shoes will not be permitted to participate.

Prescription or reading glasses are recommended for anyone who needs them for close-up work.

SHAK provides shared safety glasses and protective gloves. You're welcome to bring your own safety glasses and thick gardening or safety gloves if you prefer. Thin plastic gloves are not suitable for stained glass work.

Registration Policy

Stained glass workshops are very popular and often fill quickly. Please register only if you plan to attend.

Refunds and transfers to another class date are granted only on a limited, case-by-case basis.

️ Pick your spooky project and come spend the evening making something frightfully fun in glass!

Glass & Ghouls: A Beginner Friendly Halloween Stained Glass Workshop (18 Oct 2026)

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT

Glass & Ghouls:

A Beginner Friendly Halloween Stained Glass Workshop

Get into the spooky spirit while learning the art of stained glass!

Sunday, October 18th
2:30–6:30 PM

Cost:
SHAK Members — $50/person
Non-SHAK Members — $62.50/person

Ages & Minor Participants

Students ages 12 and older are welcome.

If you will be attending as an assistant only, please contact instructor Jen Martin ahead of time so an additional seat can be prepared: Jen@SHAKMakerspace.org

What to Wear & Bring

Closed-toe shoes are REQUIRED. Students who arrive without closed-toe shoes will not be permitted to participate.

Prescription or reading glasses are recommended for anyone who needs them for close-up work.

Registration Policy

Stained glass workshops are very popular and often fill quickly. Please register only if you plan to attend.

Refunds and transfers to another class date are granted only on a limited, case-by-case basis.

️ Pick your spooky project and come spend the evening making something frightfully fun in glass!

Intermediate Kinusaiga: Pumpkin (21 Oct 2026)

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Intermediate Kinusaiga

Pumpkin

Have some experience creating beautiful works of art using the Japanese art form of Kinusaiga? This intermediate class is the perfect opportunity to build on your skills while creating a gorgeous, one-of-a-kind pumpkin just in time for the autumn season!

Led by Katelyn from The Copper Snail, students will learn intermediate Kinusaiga techniques while creating their own 4" × 6" pumpkin to take home.

Please note: Framing is not included and will need to be completed outside of class.

All materials will be provided. However, you're welcome to bring your own fabric scraps if you'd like to add a personal touch to your pumpkin. Thinner fabrics work best!

Wednesday, October 21st

5:30-8:00 pm

SHAK Members: $30

NON-SHAK Members: $35

This class is open to adults, 16+ (minors must have adult supervision, but if the adult is not making their own project then they do not have to pay) and is restricted to 15 students per class.

Closed-toe shoes are required for all participants.

Participants are welcome to bring a snack or non-alcoholic beverage or visit Lexis’ next door.

Please note: Refunds and transfers to a different class date are granted on a very limited, case-by-case basis

Thursdays Night: Beginner's Marble Making (22 Oct 2026)

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Beginner Marble Making

Thursday Evenings

6:00-9:30 ish

Non-SHAK Members: $70

SHAK Members: $55

Registration required for this class as class size is limited to only 2 students, so sign up for this unique learning opportunity soon!

Students MUST wear close toed shoes. Failure to wear close toed shoes will result in students being unable to participate.

Saturday Afternoon: Beginner's Marble Making (24 Oct 2026)

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Beginner Marble Making

Saturday Afternoons

1:00-4:30 ish

Non-SHAK Members: $70

SHAK Members: $55

Registration required for this class as class size is limited to only 2 students, so sign up for this unique learning opportunity soon!

Students MUST wear close toed shoes. Failure to wear close toed shoes will result in students being unable to participate.

Intro to Kinusaiga: Wizard Frog (28 Oct 2026)

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Intro to Kinusaiga Class

Wizard Frog

Curious about the art of Kinusaiga? Kinusaiga is a Japanese art form that uses fabric pieces tucked into a base (no sewing!) to create beautiful, textured designs.

All materials will be provided, but you're welcome to brin your own fabric scraps if you'd like to personalize your piece. (Thinner fabric works best!)

Wednesday, October 28th

5:30-8:00 pm

SHAK Members: $30

NON-SHAK Members: $35

This class is open to adults, 16+ (minors must have adult supervision, but if the adult is not making their own project then they do not have to pay) and is restricted to 15 students per class.

Closed-toe shoes are required for all participants.

Participants are welcome to bring a snack or non-alcoholic beverage or visit Lexis’ next door.

Please note: Refunds and transfers to a different class date are granted on a very limited, case-by-case basis

Saturday Afternoon: Beginner's Marble Making (31 Oct 2026)

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Beginner Marble Making

Saturday Afternoons

1:00-4:30 ish

Non-SHAK Members: $70

SHAK Members: $55

Registration required for this class as class size is limited to only 2 students, so sign up for this unique learning opportunity soon!

Students MUST wear close toed shoes. Failure to wear close toed shoes will result in students being unable to participate.

Christmas Door Sign Paint & Create Party (01 Nov 2026)

Sun, 01 Nov 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Christmas Door Sign

Paint & Create Party

Come enjoy a fun, creative experience making your very own 14-inch wooden Christmas door sign!

Sunday, November 1st

2:00-5:00pm

Choose from six festive designs. Each sign comes with a wooden base and pre-cut, laser-engraved pieces ready for you to paint, decorate, and glue together.

No experience necessary! All materials will be provided.

Ages 10+ welcome! Participants under 18 must be accompanied and supervised by a parent or guardian.

Come paint, create, and take home something you’ll be proud to display this Christmas!

Members: $45

Non-Member: $55

Please indicate which design you would like to make when registering.

Closed-toe shoes are required for all participants.

Participants are welcome to bring a snack or non-alcoholic beverage or visit Lexis’ next door.

Please note: Refunds and transfers to a different class date are granted on a very limited, case-by-case basis

First Friday SHAK Open House (06 Nov 2026)

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 22:30:00 GMT

SHAK Makerspace Open House

Friday, November 6th

5:30-8pm

You are invited to take a tour of the makerspace, et to know some of our maker community, and discover the great equipment you can access with a membership. Members are invited to join in the fun and meet area leads and board team to learn about a highlighted area of making at SHAK.

Beginner Friendly Stained Glass Christmas Ornament Workshop (06 Nov 2026)

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Beginner Friendly

Stained Glass Ornament Workshop

Get into the holiday spirit while learning the beautiful art of stained glass!

In this fun, hands-on 4-hour workshop, you'll learn the essential skills of stained glass while creating your very own one-of-a-kind Christmas ornament to take home and enjoy for years to come!

No experience? No problem! This class is designed with beginners in mind, so whether you've never touched a piece of glass or already have some experience, everyone is welcome!

You'll leave with a beautiful handmade ornament, new creative skills, and maybe even a new favorite hobby! For those who catch the stained glass bug, the skills learned in this workshop provide the perfect foundation for exploring more advanced projects, taking additional classes, or continuing to create on your own.

Come discover the joy of stained glass and create a little holiday magic!

Friday, November 6th
5:30–9:30 PM

Cost:
SHAK Members — $60/person
Non-SHAK Members — $75/person

Design Options:

Ages & Minor Participants

Students ages 12 and older are welcome.

If you will be attending as an assistant only, please contact instructor Jen Martin ahead of time so an additional seat can be prepared: Jen@SHAKMakerspace.org

What to Wear & Bring

Closed-toe shoes are REQUIRED. Students who arrive without closed-toe shoes will not be permitted to participate.

Prescription or reading glasses are recommended for anyone who needs them for close-up work.

Registration Policy

Stained glass workshops are very popular and often fill quickly. Please register only if you plan to attend.

Refunds and transfers to another class date are granted only on a limited, case-by-case basis.

️ Pick your ornament project and come spend the evening making a beautiful decoration in glass!

Beyond the Basics: Stained Glass 3-D Christmas Tree Collection Workshop (07 Nov 2026)

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Beyond the Basics:

Stained Glass 3-D Christmas Tree Collection

Take your stained glass skills to the next level and add a little handmade magic to your holiday season!

In this fun, hands-on 4-hour workshop, you'll build on your existing stained glass skills while creating two beautiful, 3-D Christmas trees that are perfect for decorating your home or giving as one-of-a-kind holiday gifts!

Students will have the opportunity to select and cut their own glass while learning new techniques for assembling and properly stabilizing three-dimensional stained glass creations. You'll also have the chance to explore basic decorative soldering techniques to give your trees a little extra personality and festive flair!

This class is designed for students who already have a basic understanding of the stained glass process and are ready to expand their skills beyond traditional flat projects.

Come get creative, learn something new, and leave with two beautiful handmade Christmas trees you'll be proud to display for years to come!

Saturday, November 7th

2:00-6:00pm

Cost:
SHAK Members — $60/person
Non-SHAK Members — $75/person

Ages & Minor Participants

Students ages 16 and older are welcome.

If you will be attending as an assistant only, please contact instructor Jen Martin ahead of time so an additional seat can be prepared: Jen@SHAKMakerspace.org

What to Wear & Bring

Closed-toe shoes are REQUIRED. Students who arrive without closed-toe shoes will not be permitted to participate.

Prescription or reading glasses are recommended for anyone who needs them for close-up work.

Registration Policy

Stained glass workshops are very popular and often fill quickly. Please register only if you plan to attend.

Refunds and transfers to another class date are granted only on a limited, case-by-case basis.

2nd Sunday: Member Maker Event (08 Nov 2026)

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Member Maker Event

Join fellow members at SHAK to share recent projects and connect. Make something while you're at SHAK.

Bring a recent project to share or start a new one! Let's build our maker community, together!

Light refreshments will be served. See you there!

Beginner Friendly Stained Glass Nativity Workshop (13 Nov 2026)

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Beginner Friendly

Stained Glass Nativity Workshop

Get into the holiday spirit while learning the beautiful art of stained glass!

In this fun, hands-on 4-hour workshop, you'll learn the essential skills of stained glass while creating your very own one-of-a-kind Nativity to take home and enjoy for years to come!

No experience? No problem! This class is designed with beginners in mind, so whether you've never touched a piece of glass or already have some experience, everyone is welcome!

You'll leave with a beautiful handmade nativity, new creative skills, and maybe even a new favorite hobby! For those who catch the stained glass bug, the skills learned in this workshop provide the perfect foundation for exploring more advanced projects, taking additional classes, or continuing to create on your own.

Come discover the joy of stained glass and create a little holiday magic!

Friday, November 13th

5:30-9:30 PM

Cost:
SHAK Members — $60/person
Non-SHAK Members — $75/person

Ages & Minor Participants

Students ages 12 and older are welcome.

If you will be attending as an assistant only, please contact instructor Jen Martin ahead of time so an additional seat can be prepared: Jen@SHAKMakerspace.org

What to Wear & Bring

Closed-toe shoes are REQUIRED. Students who arrive without closed-toe shoes will not be permitted to participate.

Prescription or reading glasses are recommended for anyone who needs them for close-up work.

Registration Policy

Stained glass workshops are very popular and often fill quickly. Please register only if you plan to attend.

Refunds and transfers to another class date are granted only on a limited, case-by-case basis.

Beginner Friendly Stained Glass Christmas Ornament Workshop (20 Nov 2026)

Fri, 20 Nov 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Beginner Friendly

Stained Glass Ornament Workshop

Get into the holiday spirit while learning the beautiful art of stained glass!

In this fun, hands-on 4-hour workshop, you'll learn the essential skills of stained glass while creating your very own one-of-a-kind Christmas ornament to take home and enjoy for years to come!

No experience? No problem! This class is designed with beginners in mind, so whether you've never touched a piece of glass or already have some experience, everyone is welcome!

Come discover the joy of stained glass and create a little holiday magic!

Friday, November 20th
5:30–9:30 PM

Cost:
SHAK Members — $60/person
Non-SHAK Members — $75/person

Design Options:

Ages & Minor Participants

Students ages 12 and older are welcome.

If you will be attending as an assistant only, please contact instructor Jen Martin ahead of time so an additional seat can be prepared: Jen@SHAKMakerspace.org

What to Wear & Bring

Closed-toe shoes are REQUIRED. Students who arrive without closed-toe shoes will not be permitted to participate.

Prescription or reading glasses are recommended for anyone who needs them for close-up work.

Registration Policy

Stained glass workshops are very popular and often fill quickly. Please register only if you plan to attend.

Refunds and transfers to another class date are granted only on a limited, case-by-case basis.

️ Pick your ornament project and come spend the evening making a beautiful decoration in glass!

Beginner Friendly Stained Glass Christmas Ornament Workshop (27 Nov 2026)

Fri, 27 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Beginner Friendly

Stained Glass Ornament Workshop

Get into the holiday spirit while learning the beautiful art of stained glass!

In this fun, hands-on 4-hour workshop, you'll learn the essential skills of stained glass while creating your very own one-of-a-kind Christmas ornament to take home and enjoy for years to come!

No experience? No problem! This class is designed with beginners in mind, so whether you've never touched a piece of glass or already have some experience, everyone is welcome!

Come discover the joy of stained glass and create a little holiday magic!

Friday, November 27th

12:00–4:00 PM

Cost:
SHAK Members — $60/person
Non-SHAK Members — $75/person

Design Options:

Ages & Minor Participants

Students ages 12 and older are welcome.

If you will be attending as an assistant only, please contact instructor Jen Martin ahead of time so an additional seat can be prepared: Jen@SHAKMakerspace.org

What to Wear & Bring

Closed-toe shoes are REQUIRED. Students who arrive without closed-toe shoes will not be permitted to participate.

Prescription or reading glasses are recommended for anyone who needs them for close-up work.

Registration Policy

Stained glass workshops are very popular and often fill quickly. Please register only if you plan to attend.

Refunds and transfers to another class date are granted only on a limited, case-by-case basis.

️ Pick your ornament project and come spend the evening making a beautiful decoration in glass!

First Friday SHAK Open House (04 Dec 2026)

Fri, 04 Dec 2026 22:30:00 GMT

SHAK Makerspace Open House

Friday, December 4th

5:30-8pm

You are invited to take a tour of the makerspace, Get to know some of our maker community, and discover the great equipment you can access with a membership. Members are invited to join in the fun and meet area leads and board team to learn about a highlighted area of making at SHAK.

2nd Sunday: Member Meeting and Member Maker Event (13 Dec 2026)

Sun, 13 Dec 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Member Meeting and Member Maker Event

Join fellow members at SHAK to hear the latest makerspace updates, give input, share recent projects and connect with member resources.

Bring a recent project to share or start a new one! Let's build this maker community, together!

Light refreshments will be served. See you there!