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Ace Makerspace
Where people make things and help others make things in a 24/7 shared workspace.
Upcoming events
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- $65.00
Laser Basics and Certification
Ace makerspace, 6050 Lowell St., Ste. 214, Oakland, CA, USThis workshop covers the basics of safe laser operation for laser users. All the basics for certification are also covered.
Cost: $65
Class Type: Access
Level: Beginner
Timing: 3 Hours
Location: Laser suite #113
Certification: Laser Certification with passing knowledge check
Age: 14+This class is for good folks new to operating a laser or needing certification. It does not cover file preparation in detail. This workshop is part lecture and review and part practical experience.
Agenda:
- How Lasers work
- Laser cutting fundamentals
- Toolchain and configuration
- Test cutting and setting determination
- Laser Soft Program basics, limits and benefits
- Startup and shutdown procedures
Take the knowledge online knowledge check to complete your certification after the class.
New Guests must sign up for a FREE Guest Account and sign their liability waiver before this event starts. Add the FREE account on check out or sign up here → FREE Guest Account
If you need a scholarship for this class, please submit this request form. You may be notified as little as 24 hours before the event.
Ace Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit member-supported organization. All proceeds support Ace Makerspace and help us serve over 1200 people a year with innovative programs.
YOU MUST PURCHASE TICKETS THROUGH THE ACE MAKERSPACE WEBISTE: www.acemakerspace.org/calendar
1 attendee - $20.00
Textiles Mending and Repair Night @ Ace Makerspace
Ace makerspace, 6050 Lowell St., Ste. 214, Oakland, CA, USGet going on your aspirational mending projects – you know that pile in the back of your closet with ripped clothes, moth-eaten curtains, and your favorite tote with the torn handle! Your knowledgeable host can help you choose the technique for your repair, provide guidance if you hit a snag, and share thrifty tips for successful mends.
What to Bring: Your textile repair projects. Please launder any clothing you plan to sew before you arrive.
- Level: Beginner
- Timing: 1.5 hours
- Location: Coworking/Textiles suite 206
- Certification: None
- Age: 14+
If you need a scholarship for this class, please submit this request form. You may be notified as little as 24 hours before the event
New Guests must sign up for a FREE Guest Account and sign their liability waiver before this event starts. Add the FREE account on check out or sign up here → FREE Guest Account.
Ace Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit member-supported organization. All proceeds support Ace Makerspace and help us serve over 1200 people a year with innovative programs, equitable access to makerspace resources, and more creative, self-reliant communities in Oakland.
YOU MUST RSVP/PURCHASE TICKETS THROUGH THE ACE MAKERSPACE WEBSITE: www.acemakerspace.org/calendar
1 attendee 
FREE 3D Printing Night and Certification @ Ace Makerspace
Ace makerspace, 6050 Lowell St., Ste. 214, Oakland, CA, USBring 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, 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 +New Guests must sign up for a FREE Guest Account and sign their liability waiver before this event starts. Add the FREE account on the Ace makerspace website check out or sign up here → FREE Guest Account
Ace Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit member-supported organization. All proceeds support Ace Makerspace and help us serve over 1200 people a year with innovative programs, equitable access to makerspace resources, and more creative, self-reliant communities in Oakland.
YOU MUST RSVP/PURCHASE TICKETS THROUGH THE ACE MAKERSPACE WEBSITE: www.acemakerspace.org/calendar
1 attendee
Ace Makerspace Tour
Ace Makerspace, 6050 Lowell St #214, Oakland, CA, USThis tour goes all the way through the 6 rooms at Ace! Your tour guide will take you through all the basics and can provide help signing up as a member. Please DO NOT arrive more than 5 min. early or late as we will not be able to accommodate extra tours or early starts. Please note that there are stairs involved.
If you get here really early there is a beer garden on the corner that serves a great pint or lemonade.
YOU MUST RSVP/PURCHASE TICKETS THROUGH THE ACE MAKERSPACE WEBSITE: www.acemakerspace.org/calendar
2 attendees
Past events
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