This portrait photography workshop will give you more tips, tricks and techniques to better your current skills. The goal of this course is for you to feel more confident behind your camera taking photos of others and critiquing others work! I hope you join us, in an incredibly eye opening journey of the photography world!

Session 1: Tips and tricks for portrait photography, an optional second hour of practice shooting time (this part is not handicap accessible, which is why this is optional!) Get any questions about portrait photography answered!

Session 2*: Group critique of images TAKEN OUTSIDE OF CLASS TIME, troubleshooting any problems, and editing tips/tricks.

*Because this class is for YOU this is subject to change based on what the class wants to get from the workshop!

What Students Should Bring With Them to Class:
Digital Camera (DSLR, or Mirrorless), preferably with a detachable lens. A laptop (there are 6 computers available if needed – please reach out if you will need to use one as there is a limited number.)

This class meets two times:

Monday October 7, 2024, 6:00pm to 7:00pm

Thursday October 10, 2024, 6:00pm to 7:00pm

About the Instructor(s): Lily Kaplan is a recent graduate from Clark University in Worcester, MA, born and raised in Massachusetts. She has been practicing photography for over 10 years. Lily shoots in many formats, including digital, 35mm film, 120 film, large format film, vintage and new age polaroid films. Being behind a camera is a passion, and wants to share that passion by teaching others. 

Class Fees: $45 members/ $55 non-members

Materials Fee: none

Prerequisite(s): familiarity with your camera and some photography experience

Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced

Age requirement: Adults (ages 18 and older)

This sports photography workshop will give you a better understanding of how to successfully take sports/high-speed images with your DSLR/Mirrorless camera. The goal of this course is for you to feel more confident behind your camera, better your skills, and talk to peers about their photographs! I hope you join us, in an incredibly eye opening journey of the photography world!

Session 1: Learn more skills/tips and tricks for sports photography. Get questions answered about high-speed photography.

Session 2: Peer critique, of images taken OUTSIDE OF CLASS TIME, ask questions and wrap up workshop!

What Students Should Bring With Them to Class:
Digital Camera (DSLR, or Mirrorless), preferably with a detachable lens. A laptop (there are 6 computers available if needed – please reach out if you will need to use one as there is a limited number.)

This Class Meets Two Times:

Monday October 7, 2024 7:00pm – 8:00pm

Thursday October 10, 2024 7:00pm – 8:00pm

About the Instructor(s): Lily Kaplan is a recent graduate from Clark University in Worcester, MA, born and raised in Massachusetts. She has been practicing photography for over 10 years. Lily shoots in many formats, including digital, 35mm film, 120 film, large format film, vintage and new age polaroid films. Being behind a camera is a passion, and wants to share that passion by teaching others. 

Class Fees: $45 members / $55 non-members

Materials Fee: none

Prerequisite(s): Familiarity with your camera and some photography experience

Skill Level: Intermediate – Advanced

Age requirement: Adult (ages 18 and older)

Bring your electronics projects and supplies and have fun visiting with other Electronics Enthusiasts. Work on your projects in our stocked Electronics and Digital Fabrication Lab. In addition to the MakerSpace’s soldering irons, diagnostic tools, and parts library, there will be some LED soldering kits and soldering irons available for purchase as well.
 
Hang out, finish your projects, think about future projects, and just enjoy being around other electronics enthusiasts.
 
Tiffany, the electronics shop lead, will be available to help you set up, find parts, and offer support.

Class Fees: Free for members and $5 for non-members.

Materials Fee: None (LED soldering kits and personal soldering irons are available onsite for purchase

Prerequisite(s): None

Skill Level: Any

Age requirement: Youth and adult (15 years and older). Under 15 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian partner.

Helping hands needed to make warm, comforting quilts! Only basic skills needed. Do you know how to use a sewing machine, iron, or rotary cutter? This is not a quilting class, but we will guide you along through the whole process of making twin and crib size quilts for those in need in our area.

Our space is reserved from 2pm to 7pm, but please come when it is convenient for you, even if you can only spare an hour. 

Sponsorship: All materials are provided thanks to a generous donation from a local quilter. The Home Depot is supporting this program by providing storage containers to manage the quilting materials. Other sponsorships are in progress to cover the additional expenses to run this charitable program. 

About the Instructor(s): Michelle Goldsmith has been sewing since she was eight and quilting since she was eighteen. She has experimented with many different sewing, quilting and mixed media techniques. Michelle has had many pieces of her work in shows and juried exhibits.

Class Fees: Free! Please volunteer your time to help this worthy cause.

Materials Fee: none

Prerequisite(s): sewing experience helpful, but not necessary

Skill Level: all

Age requirement: Youth + Adult (15 years of age and older)

Plasma cutting is a powerful and versatile means of cutting steel, aluminum, and other conductive materials, for applications ranging from heavy industry to abstract art. In Intro to Plasma Cutting, students will the learn the fundamental processes and techniques for handheld plasma cutting using the Claremont MakerSpace’s Hypertherm Powermax85 – and will get plenty of hands-on practice with the tool. The goal of this class is to prepare students to be certified to use the CMS’s plasma cutter, handheld, independently.  

About the Instructor(s): John Lambert is a CMS Shop Lead and a long time mechanic, welder and woodworker. He understands how tools across CMS shops come together to address special project requirements. John has been cutting metal using the plasma cutter for many years and he is certified on the new plasma adapter and cartridge options at CMS.  

Class Fees: $40 for members and $60 for non-members

Materials Fee: none

Prerequisite(s): none

Skill Level: beginner

Age requirement: Adult (18 years and older)

Would you like to learn how to use basic shop machinery to make a lovely hardwood serving/cutting board?  Then this is the course for you.  Starting with raw lumber you will learn how to make a useful and beautiful piece that can serve you or a special friend for years to come.

You will learn about wood selection, milling it “foursquare”, and designing a layout.  Then you will practice gluing it up and sanding it (wet and dry) before applying mineral oil and beeswax. 

All tools, materials, and safety gear will be provided – though, students are welcome to bring their own tools and gear.

About the Instructor(s): Peter Gunn is a long time high school history teacher who loves wood from trees to the table.  Eight years ago he began taking woodworking courses and has been practicing steadily ever since.  He loves working on the lathe and with the jointer and planer to reveal the beauty of wood and make useful things.  Learning to make a cutting board encouraged him to develop his skills and nurtured his appreciation of what wood can become.  During the holidays in 2020, when Covid altered so much of our world, he began making cutting/serving boards to raise money for local food pantries.  Over three years and two hundred boards later, he is excited to share his knowledge.  He hopes people will enjoy making something uniquely beautiful and growing their skills and self-confidence in the process.

***This class meets twice***

Friday October 18, 2024 6pm-8:30pm

AND

Friday October 25, 2024 6pm-8:30pm

Class Fees: $75 CMS members/ $100 non-members

Materials Fee: $25 included in class fee

Prerequisite(s): none

Skill Level: Beginner

Age requirement: Adults only (18 years and older)

The Claremont MakerSpace has an Amateur Radio club! Before makers, hackers, and DIY, there was Amateur Radio. 

Join us on October 20 at 1 p.m. for our monthly meeting (every third Sunday) You do not have to be a licensed ham to participate, just bring your curiosity and energy! Everyone is welcome! Each month, we feature a presenter (45 minutes to an hour), and after we adjourn to MakerSpace’s Digital Fabrication and Electronics Lab for open-time kit building, sharing, studying, and socializing.

This Month’s Presentation: TBD 

What is Amateur Radio?

Amateur Radio (often called ham radio) is a popular hobby and service that brings people, electronics, and communication together. People use Amateur Radio to talk across town, around the world, or even into space, all without the Internet or cell phones. It’s fun, social, educational, and can be a lifeline during times of need.

How is Amateur Radio used?

Amateur Radio is used for a variety of recreational and service-related activities. Amateur Radio operators, also called “hams,” use Amateur Radio equipment to engage in two-way personal communications with other hams, as well as:

• Aid communication during public events, such as parades and road races
• Act as a vital communications link during emergencies and disasters
• Advance their technical skills and build their own radio components (ever wanted to talk to an astronaut in orbit?)
• Participate in competitive events and earn awards in contests

Who can become a ham?

Anyone of any age who is not a representative of a foreign government can be an Amateur Radio operator in the US. Before you can get on the air, you’ll need to be licensed and know the rules to operate legally. In the US there are three license classes — Technician, General, and Amateur Extra. The Claremont MakerSpace has resources and support available to help you learn and prepare to take your exam. 

You can learn more about amateur radio here: arrl.org/what-is-ham-radio

Learn how to make enchanting decorative potion bottles perfect for Halloween! We’ll guide you through the process of transforming ordinary bottles into magical displays filled with interesting, scary, or curious items. Bring your own bottles and weird items, or just bring your playful self and use some of ours. From wax seals to shimmering liquids to aging techniques and spiderwebs, there will be a plethora of things to learn and items to fill and decorate your bottles with. We may even do some sculpting to fill your bottles with strange creatures.

By the end of this class, you’ll have a set of captivating potion bottles ready to add a magical or spooky touch to your Halloween decor. Perfect for parties, haunted houses, or simply to spark the imagination of all who see them!

About the Instructor(s): Ann Campbell is a long time member of the Claremont MakerSpace, who has taught several sewing and craft classes through the years. 

Class Fees: $20 Members  /  $30 Non-members

Materials Fee: $10 (included in class fee)

Prerequisite(s): None

Skill Level: Beginner

Age requirement: All ages. (Under 15 requires a parent partner.)

In this class you will learn how to make a simple bezel setting for a round cabochon stone (Tiger’s Eye!). After crafting the setting, students will affix it to a silver band ring that they will also learn how to make in this class. After taking this class, students should walk out the door with a finished silver Tiger’s Eye ring and the basic skill set to bezel set stones in the future.

This class is intended both for students who would like to learn the fundamentals of setting cabochons and for students who would just like to come make their own beautiful piece of jewelry for themselves or as a gift. Although no experience is necessary, it will be beneficial to have taken a silver ring class in the past.

This class meets twice:

Monday, October 21, 2024 6:00pm to 7:30pm

Monday, October 28, 2024 6:00pm to 7:30pm

About the Instructor(s): Theodore Castellani is a silversmith and commercial fisherman from Homer, Alaska. After working as an instructor at a jewelry studio at Dartmouth college for 3 years, Theodore is now the jewelry studio Shop Lead for the Claremont MakersSpace. 

Class Fees: $150 members/ $165 non-members

Materials Fee: $15 included in the class fee

Prerequisite(s): none, but some silver smithing experience would be helpful

Skill Level: adventurous beginner 

Age requirement: Adults only (18 years and older)

This class will cover the fundamentals of basic laser cutter safety and operation and delve a bit deeper into the intricacies of laser cutter design. Participants will learn to use free online resources and basic laser-cutting techniques to create complex, three-dimensional objects.

Learn how to use the MakerSpace laser cutter to create 3-D objects and take home a four-sided lantern of your own design!

This class is geared towards beginning laser cutter makers or those looking for a refresher. It covers everything required to be certified on the MakerSpace laser cutter.

About the Instructor(s): Tiffany Vincent. Tiffany is an artist, maker, designer, programmer, and creator.

Class Fees: CMS Members: $70   Non-Member: $85

Materials Fee: $10 (included in class price)

Prerequisite(s): None

Skill Level: Beginner

Age requirement: 18+

 In this class you will learn how to make a floral bridal bouquet and boutonniere. You will use an array of flowers with fall colors, and beautiful greens as well. This class will teach you the basics of a small bridal bouquet and the steps on how to build one. Once the bridal bouquet is done you will then learn how to create a pin-on boutonniere. This is a great class for those who are interested in the floral industry (specifically the wedding industry) Once you learn a few basics, then it becomes easier to start creating more elaborate bouquets. 

All items needed for this class with be supplied. 

About the Instructor(s): Victoria is the owner and floral designer at Mica Mine Floral in Unity, NH and has been in the floral industry for over ten years. Her love for flowers and creating with them started at a very young age. Victoria loves spending her days picking flowers and harvesting greens outside, and then creating for fun. She also has started a new love, which is guiding others when creating their own floral arrangements. Floral designing is constantly changing so she is always learning and wants to share all that new information with others as well! 

Class Fees: $70 members/ $80 non-members

Materials Fee: $55 included in the class fee

Prerequisite(s): none

Skill Level: all levels

Age requirement: Any age (children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by their adult)

Stick welding is the entry level technique to all other welding skills. Whether you’re a beginner, an artist looking for a different medium or just wanting to learn a new skill, this is the place to start!

You will learn the basics of welding safety, how to strike an arc, how to start making the bead on a flat piece of steel and how to continue to strike an arc and carry it to form the bead.

Students should bring to class: Safety glasses, leather boots, and leather gloves.

About the Instructor(s): Sheldon Heselton has an A.S. in Welding Technology from Manchester Community Technical College and he is a certified welding inspector through the American Welding Society. His experience is mostly in stick welding, but he can weld in multiple processes and he does ultrasonic weld testing and magnetic particle weld testing. Sheldon has worked on power plant construction sites, and also inspections for welded bridges and other components at welding shops.

Class Fees: $110 members / $120 non-members

Materials Fee: $10 included in the class fee

Prerequisite(s): none

Skill Level: beginner

Age requirement: Youth and Adult (15 years and older)

If you’ve always wanted to get your Amateur Radio license, now is your chance! Get ready for a two-day deep dive into Amateur Radio on October 26th and 27th. This hands-on class will equip you with essential radio operating skills and prepare you for the FCC 35-question license exam. At the conclusion of the class you will have the opportunity to take the FCC Amateur Radio Technician Class exam and earn your Amateur Radio license.

When:  

Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday 9:00 a.m. with FCC test session at 2:00 p.m.

In preparation for this two-day training class there is some recommended study material and guides: The two-day class is designed to prepare you for the FCC 35 question exam, Basic Amateur Radio operating procedures and protocols.

• *American Radio Relay League (ARRL) Study Material
• ARRL’s Tech Q&A 6th Edition
• W5YI Gordon West Study Material
• Google Phone Technician Class Ham Radio Exam study app
• Ham Test on line
• Ham Study
• Technician Class (Element 2) Question pool with answers

The following are REQUIRED for the exam:

• One photo ID and FCC FRN Number*
• Valid Email Address (for FCC FRN)
• Test fee of $15 – Cash or personal check (ARRL-VEC )- No credit cards accepted.
• Prior to taking the exam each person MUST register with the FCC to receive an FRN in CORES (COmission REgistration System). Register and obtain your FRN here: https://www.fcc.gov/new-users-guide-getting-started-universal-licensing-system-uls (Please do this well in advance to the course! You will not be able take your exam without having your FRN Number!  Please bring your FRN number to the Exam Session.  After passing your exam you will be required to pay the FCC $35.00 to receive your license.)

Please reach out should you have any questions: electronics@claremontmakerspace.org

About the Instructor(s): Rob Mather (N1XSS) was first licensed in June of 1996. He is with the American Red Cross as a member of the local Disaster Action Team and has held various roles with the chapter including board member and vice chair for the Green Mountain Chapter American Red Cross. Most of his radio activities today revolve around public service. He is the communications coordinator for the Vermont 100 and Vermont 50 endurance races. These events are fund raisers for Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sport. The Vermont 100 is a 100-mile running race the covers some of New England’s most beautiful scenery lasting 30 hours. This event requires 30 hours of a net control station and over 50 volunteer radio operators.  

Class Fees: There is no charge for the class however there is a $15.00 fee for the exam that will be collected by the VEs before the exam. (Cash or personal check only. No credit cards accepted.)

ARRL Youth Licensing Grant Program Information
The ARRL Youth Licensing Grant Program, in effect since April 19, 2022, covers the one-time $35 application fee for new license candidates younger than 18-years old for tests administered under the ARRL Volunteer Examiner Coordinator (ARRL VEC) program.

The $35 FCC application fee will be reimbursed after the ARRL VEC receives the completed reimbursement form and the new license has been issued by the FCC. The reimbursement check will be mailed to the fee payer.
Additionally, candidates younger than 18-years old would pay a reduced exam session fee of $5 to the ARRL VEC VE team at the time of the exam. The $5 fee is for all candidates under the age of 18 regardless of the exam level taken. Proof of under 18 status is required at the session (what to bring to an exam session).

The Youth Licensing Grant Program is sponsored by ARRL The National Association for Amateur Radio®.

Age requirement: None

The Claremont MakerSpace is excited to announce the return of the Artist in Residence program! The program is launching this Fall due to the generous support of Maine Oxy, with a focus on recycled metal art and females in the welding trade. Jane Kolias has been chosen as the metal artist in residence and more will be announced about her residency the week of October 

Come meet Jane, see some of her prior work, and learn about her residency plans this Fall. While at CMS, take a tour and learn about the seven work spaces at CMS:

• Wood shop: with all the necessary large and small tools for woodworking, plus a CNC Router
• Electronics lab:  provides tools for small electronics, 3D printers, a laser cutter, and a trinocular microscope
• Jewelry studio: covers tools needed for shaping, texturing, enameling and soldering
• Metal shop:  everything needed for working with metal, cutting, shaping, MIG, TIG and Stick welding, plasma cutting
• Fiber arts studio:  sewing machines, mid-arm quilter, looms, textile dyeing area, Cricut cutter and an embroidery machine
• Computer lab: large format printer and new photography print options
• Machine shop:  metrology tools, two manual mills, metal lathe, grinder and a CNC mill 

All shops will be open for tours and members/staff will be on hand to answer your questions.  

This event is FREE. There is plenty of parking next door in the municipal parking garage. Everyone is welcome! Registration is requested but not required. 

Open to all ages, children under 16 years old must be accompanied by their adult.

About the Instructor: Allison Zito received a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from the University of the Arts. Her artwork has been exhibited in numerous museums including The Barnes Foundation in Philadelphia, The Berkshire Museum in Pittsfield, MA, The Delaware Art Museum, The Pennsylvania State Museum in Harrisburg, and The Philadelphia Museum of Art.  Allison has decades of teaching experience, having taught a variety of classes at The Philadelphia Museum of Art, at Harcum College in Bryn Mawr, PA, and at the University of Pennsylvania Morris Arboretum. She has taught Studio Art in the Upper Valley at AVA Gallery and Art Center, Craftstudies at Hanover League of New Hampshire Craftsmen, ArtisTree, and Claremont Maker Space with stunning results.  Allison Zito was awarded The Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award in 2018 for her work as an artist and art educator. In 2019 Allison was awarded an Artist in Residency at The Claremont Maker Space. There she created an art installation addressing the issue of Global Warming and she organized a symposium on site, to inspire positive action within the greater community. Allison created two local public art murals in 2021, one for The Sullivan County Conservation District in Unity and Allison created the Bee and the Monarch Medallions on the Lebanon Art Tunnel Way Pollinator Mural. Making a statement and creating beautiful art as a way to open a conversation that leads to a better world, is the cornerstone of Allison’s career as an artist and art educator. 

Age requirement: Adults (18 and older)

Class Fees: Free for members and $10 for non-members.

Materials Fee: None

This is a fun class for anyone who would like an introduction or refresher for wirework jewelry.  Each participant will produce a beautiful ring with a Cubic Zirconia stone.

This is a beginning class in wirework and wire sculptured jewelry.  The participants do not have to know about working with wire. All the basics of working with all types of wire and how to use wire tools will be covered. We will also learn how to make properly sized rings, how to set and attach a stone, how to finish with a simple sculpture and how to professionally wrap a ring shank.

Wire work involves small work so students should bring magnifiers to wear while they are working. Requirements for the Jewelry Studio include close-toed shoes and safety glasses (which are available for use). Anyone using the polishing or soldiering area must also be wearing No hanging or hand jewelry and must have their hair tied back. Requirements to prevent cross contamination must always be followed (which is taught during a class). 

About the Instructor(s): Angela Hill has been making jewelry for over 50 years. She has taught classes for 30 years. She has sold her jewelry in stores, online and in market places for 20 years. She especially loves Wire work jewelry, but also does silversmithing, stringing, knotting, seed bead weaving and mixed media metal work.

Class Fees: $25 members / $40 non-members

Materials Fee: $10 included in the class fee

Prerequisite(s): none

Skill Level: beginner

Age requirement: Youth and adult (15 years and older)

Bring your electronics projects and supplies and have fun visiting with other Electronics Enthusiasts. Work on your projects in our stocked Electronics and Digital Fabrication Lab. In addition to the MakerSpace’s soldering irons, diagnostic tools, and parts library, there will be some LED soldering kits and soldering irons available for purchase as well.
 
Hang out, finish your projects, think about future projects, and just enjoy being around other electronics enthusiasts.
 
Tiffany, the electronics shop lead, will be available to help you set up, find parts, and offer support.

Class Fees: Free for members and $5 for non-members.

Materials Fee: None (LED soldering kits and personal soldering irons are available onsite for purchase

Prerequisite(s): None

Skill Level: Any

Age requirement: Youth and adult (15 years and older). Under 15 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian partner.

This is an exciting session for CMS members who enjoy creating jewelry and would like to work with other jewelry enthusiasts while also having a knowledgeable person present to answer questions or help. It is an informal environment for those who have taken a class and have not finished a project and would like help doing so. It is an enjoyable environment for those who are working on their own project and would like to do so with others of likeminded enthusiasm. It is a session time to use expensive or complicated equipment with a knowledgeable person that can give guidance.

Each participant will bring their own project to work on.

Bring to class: Magnifiers. Also, Requirements for the Jewelry Studio include safety glasses (which are available for use) and closed toed shoes. Anyone using the polishing or soldiering area must also be wearing: No hanging jewelry or clothing such as scarves, No hand jewelry and must have their hair tied back. 

About the Instructor(s): Angela Hill has been making jewelry for over 50 years. She has taught classes for 30 years. She has sold her jewelry in stores, online and in market places for over 20 years. She especially loves Wire work jewelry, but also does silversmithing, stringing, knotting, seed bead weaving and mixed media metal work.

Class Fees: Free for Members only 

Materials Fee: none

Prerequisite(s): none

Skill Level: none

Age requirement: Youth and Adult (15 years and older)

This is a fun class for anyone who would like an introduction or refresher for wirework jewelry.  Each participant will be sculpting a pendant with an oval gem stone.

This is a beginning class in wirework and wire sculptured jewelry.  The participants do not have to know about working with wire. All the basics of working with all types of wire and how to use wire tools will be covered. 

Wire work involves small work so students should bring magnifiers to wear while they are working. Requirements for the Jewelry Studio include close-toed shoes and safety glasses (which are available for use). Anyone using the polishing or soldiering area must also be wearing No hanging or hand jewelry and must have their hair tied back. 

About the Instructor(s): Angela Hill has been making jewelry for over 50 years. She has taught classes for 30 years. She has sold her jewelry in stores, online and in market places for 20 years. She especially loves Wire work jewelry, but also does silversmithing, stringing, knotting, seed bead weaving and mixed media metal work.

Class Fees: $25 members / $40 non-members

Materials Fee: $10 included in the class fee

Prerequisite(s): none

Skill Level: beginner

Age requirement: Youth and adult (15 years and older)

The Claremont MakerSpace has an Amateur Radio club! Before makers, hackers, and DIY, there was Amateur Radio. 

Join us on August 18 at 1 p.m. for our monthly meeting (every third Sunday) You do not have to be a licensed ham to participate, just bring your curiosity and energy! Everyone is welcome! Each month, we feature a presenter (45 minutes to an hour), and after we adjourn to MakerSpace’s Digital Fabrication and Electronics Lab for open-time kit building, sharing, studying, and socializing.

This Month’s Presentation: When is an end fed antenna not an end fed antenna

In this short talk, Paul will present “When is an end fed antenna not an end fed antenna?” where the principle of operation of these popular antennas is discussed, as well as misconceptions and why it may not actually be what you think.

Presented by: Paul Davis (K9MR) First licensed as a novice in 1974 and granted the callsign K9MR in 1977, Paul has been active in ham radio across many areas of interest. From DXing and contesting, or operating moonbounce, to building QRP transceivers and ATV transmitters, he’s acquired a broad range of ham knowledge. In addition to amateur radio, he’s interested in 3D printing and microprocessors, as well as metalworking.
 

What is Amateur Radio?

Amateur Radio (often called ham radio) is a popular hobby and service that brings people, electronics, and communication together. People use Amateur Radio to talk across town, around the world, or even into space, all without the Internet or cell phones. It’s fun, social, educational, and can be a lifeline during times of need.

How is Amateur Radio used?

Amateur Radio is used for a variety of recreational and service-related activities. Amateur Radio operators, also called “hams,” use Amateur Radio equipment to engage in two-way personal communications with other hams, as well as:

• Aid communication during public events, such as parades and road races
• Act as a vital communications link during emergencies and disasters
• Advance their technical skills and build their own radio components (ever wanted to talk to an astronaut in orbit?)
• Participate in competitive events and earn awards in contests

Who can become a ham?

Anyone of any age who is not a representative of a foreign government can be an Amateur Radio operator in the US. Before you can get on the air, you’ll need to be licensed and know the rules to operate legally. In the US there are three license classes — Technician, General, and Amateur Extra. The Claremont MakerSpace has resources and support available to help you learn and prepare to take your exam. 

You can learn more about amateur radio here: arrl.org/what-is-ham-radio

About the Instructor: Allison Zito received a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from the University of the Arts. Her artwork has been exhibited in numerous museums including The Barnes Foundation in Philadelphia, The Berkshire Museum in Pittsfield, MA, The Delaware Art Museum, The Pennsylvania State Museum in Harrisburg, and The Philadelphia Museum of Art.  Allison has decades of teaching experience, having taught a variety of classes at The Philadelphia Museum of Art, at Harcum College in Bryn Mawr, PA, and at the University of Pennsylvania Morris Arboretum. She has taught Studio Art in the Upper Valley at AVA Gallery and Art Center, Craftstudies at Hanover League of New Hampshire Craftsmen, ArtisTree, and Claremont Maker Space with stunning results.  

Allison Zito was awarded The Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award in 2018 for her work as an artist and art educator. In 2019 Allison was awarded an Artist in Residency at The Claremont Maker Space. There she created an art installation addressing the issue of Global Warming and she organized a symposium on site, to inspire positive action within the greater community. Allison created two local public art murals in 2021, one for The Sullivan County Conservation District in Unity and Allison created the Bee and the Monarch Medallions on the Lebanon Art Tunnel Way Pollinator Mural. Making a statement and creating beautiful art as a way to open a conversation that leads to a better world, is the cornerstone of Allison’s career as an artist and art educator. 

Age requirement: Adults (18 and older)

Class Fees: Free for members and $10 for non-members.

Materials Fee: None

This is a fun class for anyone who wants to learn how to weave wire into various patterns.  Woven wire patterns can be used to create intricate bails, to enclose stones, to add a decorative finish to a sculpture, to encircle a glass vase and any other application that comes to your mind. Each participant will create a sample of five different weaves and then produce a simple pendant of a gemstone with a woven bail.

This is a beginner class so the participants do not have to know anything about wirework to attend.

Wire weaving involves tiny work so students should bring magnifiers to wear. General requirements for the Jewelry Studio include close-toed shoes and safety glasses (which are available for use). Anyone using the polishing or soldering area must also be wearing No hanging or hand jewelry and must have their hair tied back. Requirements to prevent cross contamination must always be followed (which is taught during a class).

About the Instructor(s): Angela Hill has been making jewelry for over 50 years. She has taught classes for 30 years. She has sold her jewelry in stores, online and in market places for 20 years. She especially loves Wire work jewelry but also does silversmithing, stringing, knotting, seed bead weaving and mixed media metal work.

Class Fees: $30 members/ $45 non-members

Materials Fee: $15 included in the class fee

Prerequisite(s): Students should be comfortable holding thin wire in their hands.

Skill Level: beginner

Age requirement: Youth and Adult (15 years and older)

In this workshop, you’ll learn the basics of silver-smithing while you make a simple silver ring! The instructor will guide you through various options for how to embellish your band, the shape of which you will get to choose.  You’ll try soldering and learn how to polish your finished product into a beautiful ring! No experience necessary. All materials will be provided, and the $10 materials fee is included in the registration cost.

About the Instructor(s): Melanie has been making silver jewelry at CMS since 2018. Her first introduction was THIS VERY CLASS! She proceeded to get certified in the studio and now creates nature inspired jewelry for fun in her free time. She also owns and operates Mel Tata Photography and loves shooting wicked fun weddings on analogue mediums.

Class Fees: $50 members/ $60 non-members

Materials Fee: $10 included in the fee

Prerequisite(s): none

Skill Level: beginner

Age requirement: Adults only (18 years and older)

This is an exciting session for anyone who enjoys creating jewelry and would like to work with other jewelry enthusiasts while also having a knowledgeable person present to answer questions or help. It is an informal environment for those who have taken a class and have not finished a project and would like help doing so. It is an enjoyable environment for those who are working on their own project and would like to do so with others of likeminded enthusiasm. It is a session time to use expensive or complicated equipment with a knowledgeable person that can give guidance.

Each participant will bring their own project to work on.

Bring to class: Magnifiers. Also, Requirements for the Jewelry Studio include safety glasses (which are available for use) and closed toed shoes. Anyone using the polishing or soldiering area must also be wearing: No hanging jewelry or clothing such as scarves, No hand jewelry and must have their hair tied back. 

About the Instructor(s): Angela Hill has been making jewelry for over 50 years. She has taught classes for 30 years. She has sold her jewelry in stores, online and in market places for over 20 years. She especially loves Wire work jewelry, but also does silversmithing, stringing, knotting, seed bead weaving and mixed media metal work.

Class Fees: Free for members / $20 for non-members

Materials Fee: none

Prerequisite(s): none

Skill Level: none

Age requirement: Youth and Adult (15 years and older)

Intro to Mid Arm Quilting Machine is designed for people looking to learn how to use our mid-arm quilting machine, a Brother Dream Quilter 15. It can be used to quilt all sizes, from baby quilt to king size. Premade clothing can also be fitted onto the frame for quilting! The cost of the class includes a follow-up certification session. Members may use the machine on their own after passing the certification.

About the Instructors: 

Allison Zito serves as Shop Lead in the Fibers Department at Claremont MakerSpace. She has been teaching The Mid Arm Quilting Classes for six years.

Allison Zito received a Bachelor of Fine Arts from The University of the Arts. Her artwork has been exhibited in numerous museums including The Barnes Foundation in Philadelphia, The Berkshire Museum in Pittsfield MA, The Delaware Art Museum, The Pennsylvania State Museum, and The Philadelphia Museum of Art.

Allison has decades of teaching experience, having taught a considerable variety of classes at The Philadelphia Museum of Art, at Harcum College in Bryn Mawr, PA, and and at the University of Pennsylvania Morris Arboretum. She has been teaching studio art in the Upper Valley with excellent results at AVA Gallery, Claremont MakerSpace, CraftStudies at The League of New Hampshire Craftsmen and Artistree.

Allison was awarded an Artist in Residency in 2019 at Claremont MakerSpace where she created an art installation and symposium to inspire positive action, addressing the issue of Global Warming. In 2021 Allison Zito created an outdoor mural for The Sullivan County Public Cidery Building. She was part of a team of five artists who created a mural in Lebanon, NH. You can see her Bee and Monarch Medallions in the Lebanon Art Tunnel Way.

Allison Zito was awarded the Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award in 2018 for her work as an artist and her work in arts education.

Class Fees: $65/member $75/non-member

Materials Fee: none

Age Requirement: Adults only (18 and older)

Skill Level: All levels

Prerequisites: none

This is an exciting class for anyone who enjoys wire weaving and wire sculpting jewelry with gem stones. The frame and bail are woven with different weaves.  The front of the stone is covered in wire netting and the back has a simple wire sculpture. Students will develop their expertise with wire weaving and wire sculpture for jewelry.  Each participant will produce a beautiful wire woven gem stone pendant.

This is an intermediate class so the participants should already know how to weave wire.  We will create an intricate pendant using an oval gemstone and copper wire.

About the Instructor(s): Angela Hill has been making jewelry for over 50 years. She has taught classes for 30 years. She has sold her jewelry in stores, online and in market places for 20 years. She especially loves Wire work jewelry, but also does silversmithing, stringing, knotting, seed bead weaving and mixed media metal work.

Class Fees: $30 for Members / $50 for non-Members

Materials Fee: $10 included in the class fee

Prerequisite(s): This is an Intermediate class. The participants should already have taken the beginning wire weaving class or be comfortable with wire weaving and wire sculpture.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Age requirement: Youth and Adult (15 years and older)

Thinking about trying out MIG welding? This is an introductory workshop in learning, safety, tools and techniques in MIG welding. No experience required.

Must provide your own safety glasses, leather work shoes and leather gloves. Helmets, jackets and materials will be provided. 

Students will:
. Learn about safety in the metal shop and welding studio
. Learn about MIG welding equipment and materials to be used
. Use the MIG welding equipment to spot weld, draw a bead and join two prices of metal

About the Instructors: Jo Ann Clifford is a Master Teacher and Metal Artist. She has been creating metal Art in her home studio and at The Claremont Maker Space for several years. She is a past Artist In Residence at CMS and has shown her work regionally. She loves to teach and inspire others to try something new in a fun and supportive environment.

Class Fees: $55 members, $75 non-members.

Materials Fee: $10 included in class fee

Prerequisite: none

Skill Level: beginner

Age Requirement: Adults only (18 years and above)

This class is an introduction to the basic knowledge, tools and procedures for Jewelry Making. Each student will complete a spinner ring of copper. Each participant will also receive a handout for future reference when they are in the Jewelry Studio alone. Requirements: safety goggles (we have some to borrow), NO jewelry worn, close-toed shoes, hair tied back, sleeves rolled up, no gloves worn. The following will be covered:

• Safety in the studio and with the tools
• Cross contamination avoidance since this is a shared space
• Intro. to metals for jewelry
• Measuring tools and procedures
• Cutting tools and procedures
• Filing tools and procedures
• Introduction to the torch
• Annealing and soldering
• Introduction to the Flex Shaft
• Introduction to the Bench Grinder
• Sanding, Hammering and Dapping
• Introduction to Cleaning and Polishing

Each Participant will be given all the materials to complete a Copper Spinner Ring from cutting metal plate to complete polishing.

***This class meets twice***

Tuesday August 27, 2024 5:30pm-8:30pm

AND

Thursday August 29, 2024 5:30pm-8:30pm

About the Instructor: Angela Hill has been making jewelry since she completed her first seed bead woven bracelet at 9 years of age. After she retired from a successful career of teaching K-12, she sold her jewelry to local jewelry stores, on line and in crafts fairs for several years. Now she’s back to just doing it for pleasure. She enjoys wire work the most but also does silversmithing, stringing, knotting, seed bead weaving and mixed media metal work. 

Class Fees: $45 for CMS Members / $70 for Non-Members

Materials Fee: $15 included in the class fee

Skill Level: Beginner

Age requirement: Youth and Adult (15 years and older)

Join us as we explore the amazing capabilities of our laser cutter. We will guide you through the process of customizing designs and text with a laser engraver. Each participant will have the opportunity to see their own small bamboo cutting board personalized with a handwritten recipe, a custom bit of art, or their name. If you have a cutting board you’d like to engrave, bring it! This is a great way to add personalization to a cutting board made at the Claremont MakerSpace in one of Peter Gunn’s cutting board classes.

This experience offers a fantastic introduction to the laser cutter, allowing you to see it in action without the need for technical expertise. While this session does not provide certification, it’s a great way to get a glimpse at the many possibilities our laser cutter offers.

About the Instructors: Tiffany and Brian are the shop leads for the Digital Fabrication Lab at the Claremont MakerSpace. 

Class Fees: $50 members. $65 non-members

Materials Fee: $10 (included in price)

Prerequisite(s): None

Skill Level: Beginner

Age requirement: Any age (children under 16 years old must be accompanied by their adult)

Plasma cutting is a powerful and versatile means of cutting steel, aluminum, and other conductive materials, for applications ranging from heavy industry to abstract art. In Intro to Plasma Cutting, students will the learn the fundamental processes and techniques for handheld plasma cutting using the Claremont MakerSpace’s Hypertherm Powermax85 – and will get plenty of hands-on practice with the tool. The goal of this class is to prepare students to be certified to use the CMS’s plasma cutter, handheld, independently.  

Note:  This is a CMS member only class;  non-member classes will start in September. 

About the Instructor(s): Tim Renner serves as a Program Manager on Hypertherm’s Learning and Development team, where he oversees the technical training of internal associates in areas ranging from plasma cutting to automation and 3D printing. He began his journey with Hypertherm in 2013, fulfilling the role of Technical Service Engineer, with duties encompassing customer support, product repair, and training.

Class Fees: $20 for members

Materials Fee: none

Prerequisite(s): none

Skill Level: beginner

Age requirement: Adult (18 years and older)

Embark on a dynamic business-building ideation session that delves into the lean business canvas template and inspires innovative business ideas.  We guide you through a series of interactive warm-up events that encourage active participation and then lead you through the creation of a lean business canvas that captures your initial business concept. At the conclusion of the session, you’ll have the opportunity to learn more about how the Black River Innovation Campus Actuator program can collaborate with you to bring your business idea to life. 

Claremont MakerSpace is excited to partner with Black River Innovation Campus to bring this Actuator class to CMS. 

About the Instructor(s): The Black River Innovation team has been running the Actuator program to help many individuals bring their business ideas to life. BRIC is located at 60 Park St in Springfield VT.  To learn more visit bricvt.org.  

Class Fees: free for members/ $10 non-members

Materials Fee: none

Prerequisite(s): none

Skill Level: beginner

Age requirement: Adults only (18 years and older)

In this class, we’ll learn how to use the Tinkercad software to create 3D objects we can use on the Claremont MakerSpace’s 3D printers and laser cutter (other tools too, but the 3D printer is our focus). You’ll learn how to work with dimensions and measurements to create precise designs. You can design almost anything in Tinkercad, but it’s also a great introduction to higher-end 3D modeling software. If you have a laptop, bring it, and make sure you bring a mouse (3D design is a lot easier using a mouse than a trackpad). No laptop? Use one of the Claremont MakerSpace’s machines. (Please confirm your laptop can meet the following browser, platform, and hardware requirements:

Hardware:

• Most laptops purchased within the last 6 years should work well with Tinkercad. There is one strict requirement that the graphics card supports webGL. WebGL enables working in 3D in the browser. If you are not sure that your graphics card supports webGL, visit this page to see if you see a spinning cube:

  https://get.webgl.org/

Operating Systems that are known to work well with Tinkercad:

• Microsoft Windows 10
• Apple MacOS High Sierra 10.13.2 or later
• Google Chrome OS on Chromebooks

Browsers that work best with Tinkercad:

• Google Chrome version 50 (or newer)
• Safari 13 (or newer)
• Microsoft Edge (Chromium)

About the Instructor(s): In addition to being the Digital Fabrication and Electronics Shop Lead at Claremont MakerSpace, Tiffany Vincent is a maker, designer, and programmer with a deep love for all things DIY. 

Class Fees: $45 members / $60 non-members

Materials Fee: $5 (Included in class fee)

Prerequisite(s): Participants in this class should have basic computer navigation skills before joining.

Skill Level: Beginner

Age requirement: Adults (18 and up)

The Claremont MakerSpace has an Amateur Radio club! Before makers, hackers, and DIY, there was Amateur Radio. 

Join us on July 21 at 1 p.m. for our monthly meeting (every third Sunday) You do not have to be a licensed ham to participate, just bring your curiosity and energy! Everyone is welcome! Each month, we feature a presenter (45 minutes to an hour), and after we adjourn to MakerSpace’s Digital Fabrication and Electronics Lab for open-time kit building, sharing, studying, and socializing.

This Month’s Presentation: TBD 

What is Amateur Radio?

Amateur Radio (often called ham radio) is a popular hobby and service that brings people, electronics, and communication together. People use Amateur Radio to talk across town, around the world, or even into space, all without the Internet or cell phones. It’s fun, social, educational, and can be a lifeline during times of need.

How is Amateur Radio used?

Amateur Radio is used for a variety of recreational and service-related activities. Amateur Radio operators, also called “hams,” use Amateur Radio equipment to engage in two-way personal communications with other hams, as well as:

• Aid communication during public events, such as parades and road races
• Act as a vital communications link during emergencies and disasters
• Advance their technical skills and build their own radio components (ever wanted to talk to an astronaut in orbit?)
• Participate in competitive events and earn awards in contests

Who can become a ham?

Anyone of any age who is not a representative of a foreign government can be an Amateur Radio operator in the US. Before you can get on the air, you’ll need to be licensed and know the rules to operate legally. In the US there are three license classes — Technician, General, and Amateur Extra. The Claremont MakerSpace has resources and support available to help you learn and prepare to take your exam. 

You can learn more about amateur radio here: arrl.org/what-is-ham-radio

Would you like to learn to use the metal working tools in the metal shop at the Claremont Maker Space? This workshop will introduce safe use of the Metal Brake, Metal Shear, Metal Band Saw, Drill Press, Bead Roller and the Sand Blaster. Each participant will have the opportunity to use each of the tools during the workshop. This introduction will prepare members for certification on these tools but will not include time for individual CMS certifications during class time.

This class is offered in a collaborative format, participants will work in a group and progress through each tool.

Students must wear safety glasses, work shoes and bring leather gloves.

About the Instructor(s): 

Jo Ann Clifford is a Master Teacher, Metal Shop Lead and Metal Artist. She has been using metal working tools to create art for several years at the Claremont MakerSpace. She is a past Artist in Residence at CMS and has shown her work locally and regionally. She loves to teach and inspire others to try something new.

Class Fees: $55 members/ $65 non-members

Materials Fee: none

Prerequisite(s): none

Skill Level: beginner

Age requirement: Adults only (18 years and older)

 Learn how to make your own beautiful beaded wire tree using twisted black copper wire and colored beads of your choice. The course is beginner friendly and requires no previous experience. Students will walk away with their own finished decorative tree sculpture.

About the Instructor(s): Alice Breisch is a freshman at Keene State college. She has been making art with wire for the past five years, and has sold her work at various art galleries and craft fairs, including the Gallery of Gifts at the Newport Library Arts Center.

Class Fees: $20 Members/ $30 non-members

Materials Fee: $10 included in the class fee

Prerequisite(s): none

Skill Level: beginner

Age requirement: Any age (children under 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult)

We will cultivate a Zen state of mind by exploring aspects of the Japanese Tea Ceremony. We’ll look at images of Japanese Ink Paintings and learn the basic brush strokes used in this specific type of painting. These techniques can be applied to a variety of painting media. The art is in the touch of the brush stroke, quality of the line, appreciation of the natural world, and the beauty in asymmetry. All supplies are provided. We’ll create multiple paintings.

Come to class dressed to paint! 

About the Instructor(s): Allison Zito has been the shop lead in the Fibers Department at Claremont MakerSpace since 2018.  Allison majored in Fibers and received a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from the University of the Arts. Her artwork has been exhibited in numerous museums including The Barnes Foundation in Philadelphia, The Berkshire Museum in Pittsfield, MA, The Delaware Art Museum, The Pennsylvania State Museum in Harrisburg, and The Philadelphia Museum of Art.  Allison has decades of teaching experience, having taught a variety of classes at The Philadelphia Museum of Art, at Harcum College in Bryn Mawr, PA, and at the University of Pennsylvania Morris Arboretum. She has taught Studio Art in the Upper Valley at AVA Gallery and Art Center, Craftstudies at Hanover League of New Hampshire Craftsmen, ArtisTree, and Claremont Maker Space with stunning results.  Allison Zito was awarded The Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award in 2018 for her work as an artist and art educator. In 2019 Allison was awarded an Artist in Residency at The Claremont Maker Space. There she created an art installation addressing the issue of Global Warming and she organized a symposium on site, to inspire positive action within the greater community. Allison created two local public art murals in 2021, one for The Sullivan County Conservation District in Unity and Allison created the Bee and the Monarch Medallions on the Lebanon Art Tunnel Way Pollinator Mural. Creating beautiful art in an effort to open a conversation that can inspire hope and action for a better world. This the cornerstone of Allison’s work as an artist and art educator. 

Class Fees: $80 members/ $90 non-members

Materials Fee: $15 included in the class fee

Prerequisite(s): none

Skill Level: beginner

Age requirement: Adults only (18 years and older)

Bring your electronics projects and supplies and have fun visiting with other Electronics Enthusiasts. Work on your projects in our stocked Electronics and Digital Fabrication Lab. In addition to the MakerSpace’s soldering irons, diagnostic tools, and parts library, there will be some LED soldering kits and soldering irons available for purchase as well.
 
Hang out, finish your projects, think about future projects, and just enjoy being around other electronics enthusiasts.
 
Tiffany, the electronics shop lead, will be available to help you set up, find parts, and offer support.

Class Fees: Free for members and $5 for non-members.

Materials Fee: None (LED soldering kits and personal soldering irons are available onsite for purchase

Prerequisite(s): None

Skill Level: Any

Age requirement: Youth and adult (15 years and older). Under 15 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian partner.

About the Instructor: Allison Zito received a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from the University of the Arts. Her artwork has been exhibited in numerous museums including The Barnes Foundation in Philadelphia, The Berkshire Museum in Pittsfield, MA, The Delaware Art Museum, The Pennsylvania State Museum in Harrisburg, and The Philadelphia Museum of Art.  Allison has decades of teaching experience, having taught a variety of classes at The Philadelphia Museum of Art, at Harcum College in Bryn Mawr, PA, and at the University of Pennsylvania Morris Arboretum. She has taught Studio Art in the Upper Valley at AVA Gallery and Art Center, Craftstudies at Hanover League of New Hampshire Craftsmen, ArtisTree, and Claremont Maker Space with stunning results.  Allison Zito was awarded The Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award in 2018 for her work as an artist and art educator. In 2019 Allison was awarded an Artist in Residency at The Claremont Maker Space. There she created an art installation addressing the issue of Global Warming and she organized a symposium on site, to inspire positive action within the greater community. Allison created two local public art murals in 2021, one for The Sullivan County Conservation District in Unity and Allison created the Bee and the Monarch Medallions on the Lebanon Art Tunnel Way Pollinator Mural. Making a statement and creating beautiful art as a way to open a conversation that leads to a better world, is the cornerstone of Allison’s career as an artist and art educator. 

Age requirement: Adults (18 and older)

Class Fees: Free for members and $10 for non-members.

Materials Fee: None

Pot Luck Format …bring something to share. 

BYOB  …bring your own beverages. 

Guests …are welcome to join you. ~1/member.

Location  …outside in the CMS parking lot unless weather requires us to be inside in the Mezzanine. Bring lawn chairs for outside seating. 

Any questions?  …ask Felicia or Valerie. 

RSVP  …registration preferred.

 Students will learn how to create a hammered copper cuff bracelet using basic metalworking techniques. Techniques to be taught include safely and accurately measuring and cutting the copper sheet; smoothing and texturing the copper piece evenly; forming the copper piece into a comfortable and well-shaped cuff; finishing and polishing the cuff to a smooth and attractive finish. Students will go home with a finished cuff!

About the Instructor(s): Melanie Hooker has been a member at CMS since 2018 and is currently the Jewelry co-lead at the Makerspace. She loves working with copper and silver and has been metal smithing since 2019 after taking a class at CMS! She also works full time as a film wedding photogrpaher and loves everything and anything creative!

Class Fees: $30 members/ $40 non-members

Materials Fee: $10 included in the fee

Prerequisite(s): none

Skill Level: all

Age requirement: Youth and Adult (ages 15 and older)

Would you like to learn how to use basic shop machinery to make a lovely hardwood serving/cutting board?  Then this is the course for you.  Starting with raw lumber you will learn how to make a useful and beautiful piece that can serve you or a special friend for years to come.

You will learn about wood selection, milling it “foursquare”, and designing a layout.  Then you will practice gluing it up and sanding it (wet and dry) before applying mineral oil and beeswax. 

All tools, materials, and safety gear will be provided – though, students are welcome to bring their own tools and gear.

About the Instructor(s): Peter Gunn is a long time high school history teacher who loves wood from trees to the table.  Eight years ago he began taking woodworking courses and has been practicing steadily ever since.  He loves working on the lathe and with the jointer and planer to reveal the beauty of wood and make useful things.  Learning to make a cutting board encouraged him to develop his skills and nurtured his appreciation of what wood can become.  During the holidays in 2020, when Covid altered so much of our world, he began making cutting/serving boards to raise money for local food pantries.  Over three years and two hundred boards later, he is excited to share his knowledge.  He hopes people will enjoy making something uniquely beautiful and growing their skills and self-confidence in the process.

***This class meets twice***

Thursday July 11, 2024 6pm-8:30pm

AND

Friday July 18, 2024 6pm-8:30pm

Class Fees: $100 CMS members/ $125 non-members

Materials Fee: $25 included in class fee

Prerequisite(s): none

Skill Level: Beginner

Age requirement: Adults only (18 years and older)

In this course, students will learn how to effectively use various types of measuring equipment for the purpose of precision metal fabrication. This class is oriented towards introductory students who may or may not have any experience in metalwork. We will start by going over the basics in the class room and then move our class into the machine shop. Each person will have the opportunity to use a Milling machine and leave with a finished product.

We will be making a simple 1″x 2″x 3″ (+/- .001) block, which may not sound complex but is very difficult in practice. This is a good opportunity to see how a part goes from stock material to a finished part in a matter of a few hours or less.

If you enjoy this course, stay tuned for the intermediate class!

Please wear shop-safe clothing to class!

About the Instructor(s): 

Joe Sneed is the new lead in the metal shop. He has been a Tool and Die maker, CNC machinist, and is now doing Tool and Die repair work in Lebanon, NH. 

Joe grew up in Springfield, MO and moved to Claremont last year for work. He enjoys rock climbing and doing things outside. He has a degree in Mechatronics, and has been doing fabrication and design for over 7 years. 

“I look forward to meeting the class and passing along the insights and skills others have shown me.” 

Class Fees: $60 members/ $80 non-members

Materials Fee: $20 included in the fee

Prerequisite(s): shop safety

Skill Level: beginner/ intermediate

Age requirement: Adults only (18 years and older)

Intro to Mid Arm Quilting Machine is designed for people looking to learn how to use our mid-arm quilting machine, a Brother Dream Quilter 15. It can be used to quilt all sizes, from baby quilt to king size. Premade clothing can also be fitted onto the frame for quilting! The cost of the class includes a follow-up certification session. Members may use the machine on their own after passing the certification.

About the Instructors: 

Allison Zito serves as Shop Lead in the Fibers Department at Claremont MakerSpace. She has been teaching The Mid Arm Quilting Classes for six years.

Allison Zito received a Bachelor of Fine Arts from The University of the Arts. Her artwork has been exhibited in numerous museums including The Barnes Foundation in Philadelphia, The Berkshire Museum in Pittsfield MA, The Delaware Art Museum, The Pennsylvania State Museum, and The Philadelphia Museum of Art.

Allison has decades of teaching experience, having taught a considerable variety of classes at The Philadelphia Museum of Art, at Harcum College in Bryn Mawr, PA, and and at the University of Pennsylvania Morris Arboretum. She has been teaching studio art in the Upper Valley with excellent results at AVA Gallery, Claremont MakerSpace, CraftStudies at The League of New Hampshire Craftsmen and Artistree.

Allison was awarded an Artist in Residency in 2019 at Claremont MakerSpace where she created an art installation and symposium to inspire positive action, addressing the issue of Global Warming. In 2021 Allison Zito created an outdoor mural for The Sullivan County Public Cidery Building. She was part of a team of five artists who created a mural in Lebanon, NH. You can see her Bee and Monarch Medallions in the Lebanon Art Tunnel Way.

Allison Zito was awarded the Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award in 2018 for her work as an artist and her work in arts education.

Class Fees: $60/member $70/non-member

Materials Fee: none

Age Requirement: Adults only (18 and older)

Skill Level: All levels

Prerequisites: none

Bring your electronics projects and supplies and have fun visiting with other Electronics Enthusiasts. Work on your projects in our stocked Electronics and Digital Fabrication Lab. In addition to the MakerSpace’s soldering irons, diagnostic tools, and parts library, there will be some LED soldering kits and soldering irons available for purchase as well.
 
Hang out, finish your projects, think about future projects, and just enjoy being around other electronics enthusiasts.
 
Tiffany, the electronics shop lead, will be available to help you set up, find parts, and offer support.

Class Fees: Free for members and $5 for non-members.

Materials Fee: None (LED soldering kits and personal soldering irons are available onsite for purchase

Prerequisite(s): None

Skill Level: Any

Age requirement: Youth and adult (15 years and older). Under 15 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian partner.

Learn how to use the Singer Heavy Duty Sewing Machines we have at Claremont MakerSpace. Participants will learn the parts of the sewing machines, how to change needles and presserfeet, wind a bobbin and thread the machine, how to get the right tension, trouble shoot problems, sew basic stitches and stretch stitches, and button holes. 

About the Instructor(s): Allison Zito has been the shop lead in the Fibers Department at Claremont MakerSpace since 2018. Allison received a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from the University of the Arts. Her artwork has been exhibited in numerous museums including The Barnes Foundation in Philadelphia, The Berkshire Museum in Pittsfield, MA, The Delaware Art Museum, The Pennsylvania State Museum in Harrisburg, and The Philadelphia Museum of Art.  Allison has decades of teaching experience, having taught a variety of classes at The Philadelphia Museum of Art, at Harcum College in Bryn Mawr, PA, and at the University of Pennsylvania Morris Arboretum. She has taught Studio Art in the Upper Valley at AVA Gallery and Art Center, Craftstudies at Hanover League of New Hampshire Craftsmen, ArtisTree, and Claremont Maker Space with stunning results.  Allison Zito was awarded The Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award in 2018 for her work as an artist and art educator. In 2019 Allison was awarded an Artist in Residency at The Claremont Maker Space. There she created an art installation addressing the issue of Global Warming and she organized a symposium on site, to inspire positive action within the greater community. Allison created two local public art murals in 2021, one for The Sullivan County Conservation District in Unity and Allison created the Bee and the Monarch Medallions on the Lebanon Art Tunnel Way Pollinator Mural. Creating beautiful art in an effort to open a conversation that can inspire hope and action for a better world. This the cornerstone of Allison’s work as an artist and art educator. 

Class Fees: $30 members/ $45 non-members

Materials Fee: none

Prerequisite(s): an interest in sewing!

Skill Level: beginners to intermediate

Age requirement: Youth and Adult (15 years and older)

 In this workshop, you’ll learn the basics of silver-smithing while you make a simple silver ring! The instructor will guide you through various options for how to embellish your band, the shape of which you will get to choose.  You’ll try soldering and learn how to polish your finished product into a beautiful ring! No experience necessary. All materials will be provided, and $5 materials fee is included in the registration cost.

About the Instructor(s): Melanie has been making silver jewelry at CMS since 2018. Her first introduction was THIS VERY CLASS! She proceeded to get certified in the studio and now creates nature inspired jewelry for fun in her free time. She also owns and operates Mel Tata Photography and loves shooting wicked fun weddings on analogue mediums.

Class Fees: $50 members/ $60 non-members

Materials Fee: $10 included in the fee

Prerequisite(s): none

Skill Level: beginner

Age requirement: Adults only (18 years and older)

Learn how to make a rain water collection barrel and garden irrigation system using well proven techniques.

In this class, the instructor will present in a classroom and hands on in the shop demonstrating how to fabricate a rain water collection system using recycled blue 55 gallon barrels and plastic plumbing pipe and fittings. Instruction will also include estimating system catchment and garden volume needs, proper placement for a gravity feed system and the installation and use of interconnecting plumbing, connecting rain gutter to barrel, venting, foundation for barrel and proper water outlet. Instruction includes connecting the system to irrigation tubing including filter, timer, tubing and irrigation tubing.

The first hour will be classroom instruction and short videos. The remainder will be in the shop modifying a barrel for water catchment and demonstrating how to fabricate and interconnect input and discharge plumbing.

Students will learn how to use a drill and hole saw, how to cut and assemble PVC plumbing pipe, how to calculate system capacity and placement, and how to maintain and winterize a system of their own.

About the Instructor(s): John Lambert has been a member of Claremont MakerSpace since it opened and is a substitute teacher at SRVRTC, the Claremont high school Tech. Center, in the construction trades, plumbing and heating and machine tool programs. He is a former aircraft repairman and instructor and an automotive technician and auto dealer. He lives in Charlestown NH in a home he and his wife built 50 years ago, which was off the electric grid for ten years. 

Students must wear closed toe shoes and safety glasses for the wood shop portion of this class Some safety glasses are available for use.

Class Fees: $15 members/ $25 non-members

Materials Fee: none

Prerequisite(s): none

Skill Level: all levels

Age requirement: Any age (children under 16 years old must be accompanied by their adult)

In this class, we’ll learn how to use the Tinkercad software to create 3D objects we can use on the Claremont MakerSpace’s 3D printers and laser cutter (other tools too, but the 3D printer is our focus). You’ll learn how to work with dimensions and measurements to create precise designs. You can design almost anything in Tinkercad, but it’s also a great introduction to higher-end 3D modeling software. If you have a laptop, bring it, and make sure you bring a mouse (3D design is a lot easier using a mouse than a trackpad). No laptop? Use one of the Claremont MakerSpace’s machines. (Please confirm your laptop can meet the following browser, platform, and hardware requirements:

Hardware:

• Most laptops purchased within the last 6 years should work well with Tinkercad. There is one strict requirement that the graphics card supports webGL. WebGL enables working in 3D in the browser. If you are not sure that your graphics card supports webGL, visit this page to see if you see a spinning cube:

  https://get.webgl.org/

Operating Systems that are known to work well with Tinkercad:

• Microsoft Windows 10
• Apple MacOS High Sierra 10.13.2 or later
• Google Chrome OS on Chromebooks

Browsers that work best with Tinkercad:

• Google Chrome version 50 (or newer)
• Safari 13 (or newer)
• Microsoft Edge (Chromium)

About the Instructor(s): In addition to being the Digital Fabrication and Electronics Shop Lead at Claremont MakerSpace, Tiffany Vincent is a maker, designer, and programmer with a deep love for all things DIY. 

Class Fees: $45 members / $60 non-members

Materials Fee: $5 (Included in class fee)

Prerequisite(s): Participants in this class should have basic computer navigation skills before joining.

Skill Level: Beginner

Age requirement: Adults (18 and up)

The Claremont MakerSpace has an Amateur Radio club! Before makers, hackers, and DIY, there was Amateur Radio. 

Join us on July 21 at 1 p.m. for our monthly meeting (every third Sunday) You do not have to be a licensed ham to participate, just bring your curiosity and energy! Everyone is welcome! Each month, we feature a presenter (45 minutes to an hour), and after we adjourn to MakerSpace’s Digital Fabrication and Electronics Lab for open-time kit building, sharing, studying, and socializing.

This Month’s Presentation: TBD 

What is Amateur Radio?

Amateur Radio (often called ham radio) is a popular hobby and service that brings people, electronics, and communication together. People use Amateur Radio to talk across town, around the world, or even into space, all without the Internet or cell phones. It’s fun, social, educational, and can be a lifeline during times of need.

How is Amateur Radio used?

Amateur Radio is used for a variety of recreational and service-related activities. Amateur Radio operators, also called “hams,” use Amateur Radio equipment to engage in two-way personal communications with other hams, as well as:

• Aid communication during public events, such as parades and road races
• Act as a vital communications link during emergencies and disasters
• Advance their technical skills and build their own radio components (ever wanted to talk to an astronaut in orbit?)
• Participate in competitive events and earn awards in contests

Who can become a ham?

Anyone of any age who is not a representative of a foreign government can be an Amateur Radio operator in the US. Before you can get on the air, you’ll need to be licensed and know the rules to operate legally. In the US there are three license classes — Technician, General, and Amateur Extra. The Claremont MakerSpace has resources and support available to help you learn and prepare to take your exam. 

You can learn more about amateur radio here: arrl.org/what-is-ham-radio

Would you like to learn to use the metal working tools in the metal shop at the Claremont Maker Space? This workshop will introduce safe use of the Metal Brake, Metal Shear, Metal Band Saw, Drill Press, Bead Roller and the Sand Blaster. Each participant will have the opportunity to use each of the tools during the workshop. This introduction will prepare members for certification on these tools but will not include time for individual CMS certifications during class time.

This class is offered in a collaborative format, participants will work in a group and progress through each tool.

Students must wear safety glasses, work shoes and bring leather gloves.

About the Instructor(s): 

Jo Ann Clifford is a Master Teacher, Metal Shop Lead and Metal Artist. She has been using metal working tools to create art for several years at the Claremont Maker Space. She is a past Artist in Residence at CMS and has shown her locally work and regionally. She loves to teach and inspire others to try something new.

Class Fees: $55 members/ $65 non-members

Materials Fee: none

Prerequisite(s): none

Skill Level: beginner

Age requirement: Adults only (18 years and older)

 Learn how to make your own beautiful beaded wire tree using twisted black copper wire and colored beads of your choice. The course is beginner friendly and requires no previous experience. Students will walk away with their own finished decorative tree sculpture.

About the Instructor(s): Alice Breisch is a freshman at Keene State college. She has been making art with wire for the past five years, and has sold her work at various art galleries and craft fairs, including the Gallery of Gifts at the Newport Library Arts Center.

Class Fees: $20 Members/ $30 non-members

Materials Fee: $10 included in the class fee

Prerequisite(s): none

Skill Level: beginner

Age requirement: Any age (children under 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult)

We will cultivate a Zen state of mind by exploring aspects of the Japanese Tea Ceremony. We’ll look at images of Japanese Ink Paintings and learn the basic brush strokes used in this specific type of painting. These techniques can be applied to a variety of painting media. The art is in the touch of the brush stroke, quality of the line, appreciation of the natural world, and the beauty in asymmetry. All supplies are provided. We’ll create multiple paintings.

Come to class dressed to paint! 

About the Instructor(s): Allison Zito has been the shop lead in the Fibers Department at Claremont MakerSpace since 2018.  Allison majored in Fibers and received a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from the University of the Arts. Her artwork has been exhibited in numerous museums including The Barnes Foundation in Philadelphia, The Berkshire Museum in Pittsfield, MA, The Delaware Art Museum, The Pennsylvania State Museum in Harrisburg, and The Philadelphia Museum of Art.  Allison has decades of teaching experience, having taught a variety of classes at The Philadelphia Museum of Art, at Harcum College in Bryn Mawr, PA, and at the University of Pennsylvania Morris Arboretum. She has taught Studio Art in the Upper Valley at AVA Gallery and Art Center, Craftstudies at Hanover League of New Hampshire Craftsmen, ArtisTree, and Claremont Maker Space with stunning results.  Allison Zito was awarded The Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award in 2018 for her work as an artist and art educator. In 2019 Allison was awarded an Artist in Residency at The Claremont Maker Space. There she created an art installation addressing the issue of Global Warming and she organized a symposium on site, to inspire positive action within the greater community. Allison created two local public art murals in 2021, one for The Sullivan County Conservation District in Unity and Allison created the Bee and the Monarch Medallions on the Lebanon Art Tunnel Way Pollinator Mural. Creating beautiful art in an effort to open a conversation that can inspire hope and action for a better world. This the cornerstone of Allison’s work as an artist and art educator. 

Class Fees: $80 members/ $90 non-members

Materials Fee: $15 included in the class fee

Prerequisite(s): none

Skill Level: beginner

Age requirement: Adults only (18 years and older)