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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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- $20.00
All About Shop Tools
Ace Makerspace, 6050 Lowell St #214, Oakland, CA, USWhat the heck is that tool and how does it work? In this beginner class you’ll learn about a variety of smaller hand-held tools commonly used in woodworking through a series of demonstrations. Is there a tool you’re curious about? Bring your questions and let’s get hands on.
Level: Beginner
Timing: 2 hours
Location: Ace Workshop, Suite #214
Prerequisites: None
Certification: None
Age: 14+Agenda
Tool Demonstrations:- Chisel
- Hand plane
- Pull-saw
- Drill
- Jigsaw
- Circular saw
- Router
- Dremel Tool
- Handheld sanders
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, and ear protection.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 RSVP/PURCHASE TICKETS THROUGH THE ACE MAKERSPACE WEBSITE: www.acemakerspace.org/calendar
1 attendee - $85.00
All About Routers
Ace makerspace, 6050 Lowell St., Ste. 214, Oakland, CA, USLearn all about using the Trim Router, Plunge Router, and Router Table safely in this beginner-friendly, hands-on workshop!
Explore core concepts like what each type of router is used for; how to choose the right bit for your project; and how to set up and adjust each tool. This is not a certification class.
Class Type: Exposure
Level: Beginner
Timing: 3 hours
Location: Suite #214 Workshop
Corequisite: Shop Basics
Certifications: None
Age: 14+ with parent or guardian also taking the classWhat you will learn:
- What a Trim Router is used for
- What a Plunge Router is used for
- What the Router Table is used for
- Safe analog router operation
- A lot a bit about bits
- Different kinds of bits
- How to tell if a bit is in good shape
- How to install, adjust, and uninstall bits
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 all the hand sanitizers will be provided. You can also bring your own.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 RSVP/PURCHASE TICKETS THROUGH THE ACE MAKERSPACE WEBSITE: www.acemakerspace.org/calendar
1 attendee - $65.00
Sewing 101 Bootcamp @ Ace Makerspace
Ace makerspace, 6050 Lowell St., Ste. 214, Oakland, CA, USYOU 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
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.
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) 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.
1 attendee - $70.00
Wood Lathe Basics and Certification @ Ace Makerspace
Ace makerspace, 6050 Lowell St., Ste. 214, Oakland, CA, USLearn the basics of safe (wood) lathe operation in this certification workshop. You’ll learn how to secure wood and operate a lathe. You’ll learn about different lathe tools and how to work with lathe tools to shape wood. You’ll have an extended chance to use the lathe yourself under supervision. Please bring a mask.
Class Type: Access
Level: Beginner
Timing: 2 hours
Location: Suite #214, Workshop Back Room
Corequisite: Shop Basics
Certifications: Wood Lathe
Age: 14+ with parent or guardian also taking the classAgenda:
- Safe lathe operation
- Setting up and adjusting the lathe for your project
- Swapping out and adjusting chucks
- Securing pieces of wood for turning
- Working with a variety of tools to create different effects
- Skew Chisels
- Scrapers
- Parting Tools
- Gouges
- Sanding objects on the Lathe
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 sanitizer will be provided. You can also bring your own.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) 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
1 attendee
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