Ace Makerspace

YOU MUST RSVP/PURCHASE TICKETS THROUGH THE ACE MAKERSPACE WEBSITE: www.acemakerspace.org/calendar

Join us for our next FREE puzzle night! This event meets in Suite #206, co-working. Attendees are welcome to bring snacks and drinks to share.
At previous events we've finished one ~1000-piece puzzle in about 3-4 hours. Your hosts (Pixie and Jacky) will be providing a few puzzle options for this next event. Check the #coworking channel a week or so before the event to vote on our next puzzle.
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

Get ready to print your own posters, photos, art, and more with basic certification training on Ace’s wide-format Epson Printer! Learn about the anatomy of the printer, how to set up and test your prints, and basic troubleshooting.

Level: Beginner
Timing: 3 hours
Location: Suite # 214 Clean Fab
Corequisite: None
Certifications: Epson Wide Format Printer
Age: 14+
Topics Covered:

• Monitor calibration and how it affects your prints
• Basic printer anatomy and set-up
• Loading and unloading paper
• Checking ink levels
• Using the cutter
• How paper finishes affect your print
• How to run a test print
• How to use print profiles
• Basic troubleshooting

This class requires a minimum of 3 students per session. If the class is canceled, we can offer a refund but otherwise do not refund.

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

Basic sewing lessons! Learn the basics and get hands-on experience with sewing machines. Great for beginners ages 13 and up.

Class Type: Exposure
Class Level: Beginner
Class Length: 4 Hours
Location: Suite #206, Textiles Studio
Prerequisites: None
Age: 13+

Agenda:

• Machine and hand sewing skills
• Basic sewing machine parts
• Threading the machine
• Changing the needle
• Bobbin winding
• Stitch types for different fabrics
• Common hand sewing techniques More hands-on sewing practice
• Sewing practice projects and exercises for both hand and machine sewing
• Troubleshooting

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 PURCHASE TICKETS THROUGH THE ACE MAKERSPACE WEBSITE: www.acemakerspace.org/calendar

Bandsaws for cutting curves and Drill Presses for precision holes! This workshop goes over the core principles of using these tools in the Ace Workshop including certification. This class is great for beginners and experienced folks alike.

Bonus: Learn how to use the Panel Saw to break down plywood sheets quickly and accurately.

Class Type: Access
Level: Beginner
Timing: 3 hours
Location: Suite #214 Workshop
Corequisite: Shop Basics
Certifications: Bandsaw, Drill Press, Panel Saw
Age: 16+ with parent or guardian also taking the class

Agenda

• Bandsaw basics
• Drill Press basics
• Panel Saw basics
• Proper dust collection, safe use of the saws, and shop protocols

What to bring: A notebook or well-charged phone for taking notes.
What to wear: Closed-toe shoes, short sleeves, and work clothes. Long hair must be tied back.
Safety Gear: Eye protection, ear protection, and hand sanitizer will be provided. You can also bring your own.

This class requires a minimum of 3 students per session. If there are not enough students, we can issue a refund, otherwise refunds are not allowed.

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.