MAKE Magazine: Events

Hobby Expo 2012

2012-02-09T17:34:04Z

Free Admission - Free Activities A model contest and local hobby club event including displays and demonstrations of the following: -Hundreds of plastic models in the IPMS Santa Rosa contest. -Historic displays and re-enactors of the Civil War and WWII. -A 40' long HO train layout by Coastal Valley Lines. -A battle bot demonstration by the North Bay Bot Builders -Wooden ship models by the Redwood Empire Shipwrights. -Radio controlled combat ships by the Western Warships Combat Club. -Radio controlled battle tanks by the Bay Area Tankers -Radio controlled boats by Sonoma County Boaters -Radio controlled airplanes by Wine Country Flyers -Radio controlled race cars by Redwood Empire Ground Pounders. -Radio controlled 1/5 scale race trucks by 101 Off Road RC. -WWII miniature gaming by North Bay Gamers Group. -A narrow gauge HO train layout by North Coast Historical Model Railroad Society. -Creatures and Models display by Niddspace Productions. -Fantasy and SciFi models by the Fantasy Modelers Club. -Train layouts in O and HO scale from Lionel and MTH by the Train Collectors Association. -Star Wars re-enactors from the 501st Garrison and Rebel Legion. -Presentation by Jonathan W. Rinzler, executive editor at Lucas Film and writer of The -Making of Star Wars, and The Making of the Empire Strikes Back. Hosted by Niddspace Productions. (Limited seating, afternoon). -Free plastic model Make-n-Take by HobbyTown USA (morning). -Free Lego Make-n-Take by HobbyTown USA (afternoon) -Free slot car racing by HobbyTown USA (all day) Saturday, February 11, 2012 Petaluma, CA

Orlando Mini Maker Faire

2012-02-07T02:27:45Z

Orlando Mini Maker Faire is a family-friendly celebration featuring DIY science and technology, rockets, robots, crafts, music, and local food. The event will be held on May 26th, 2012 at FamiLAB, Orlando’s Hackerspace (Community Lab) and the surrounding area. Maker Faire is the World’s Largest DIY festival—a family-friendly showcase of invention, creativity and resourcefulness, and a celebration of the Maker movement. It’s a place where people show what they are making, and share what they are learning. Makers range from tech enthusiasts to crafters, educators, tinkerers, hobbyists, engineers, artists, science clubs, students, authors, and commercial exhibitors. They are of all ages and backgrounds. Maker Faire’s mission is to entertain, inform, connect and inspire these thousands of Makers and aspiring Makers. Saturday, May 26, 2012 Longwood, FL

19th Annual Sugarloaf Crafts Festival

2012-02-06T14:04:49Z

A kick-start to spring! More than 250 of the nation’s most accomplished craftspeople invite spring cleaners and sun-seekers to awaken their senses and treat themselves to something special. The jury-selected craftspeople personally show and sell their handmade works at the award-winning Sugarloaf Crafts Festival, offering their of one-of-a-kind handmade items in functional and decorative pottery, sculpture, glass, jewelry, fashion, wood, metal, furniture, home accessories, photography, and fine art. The Sugarloaf Crafts Festival in Somerset will feature: - “A Sensory Celebration,” the show’s new theme, highlights the full experience of enjoying fine, contemporary American crafts with thousands handcrafted items to touch, see, taste, smell and hear. - Gourmet foods and favorites—including candies and chocolates, hearty soups, artisan breads, jams and dips, syrups, and olive oils—will be available to sample and purchase from dozens of specialty food purveyors. - Master craftspeople will show how their work is made in continuous live demonstrations. - Family entertainment includes interactive children’s activities and live contemporary music. Friday, March 9 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, March 10 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, March 11 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Adults $7 online; $9 at the door, Children under 12 free Parking free For more information, including driving directions and admission discounts, visit www.sugarloafcrafts.com or call (800) 210-9900. Free parking is available on site. Friday, March 09, 2012 Somerset, NJ

Eugene Maker Space Grand Opening

2012-02-06T00:01:32Z

Eugene Maker Space is a place where makers can build projects combining wood, metal, electronics, and other technologies. We are showing off our new shop with demos, talks, kit building classes, and videos Saturday, February 18, 2012 Eugene, OR

Downtown Open Market

2012-02-04T23:24:19Z

**Make it a family day with Arts, Crafts, Music, Food, Friends and FUN!** - Featuring the band CRICKLEWOOD! - Shop downtown right in your community and support your local artists, crafters, independent designers, musicians, vintage and antique dealers, specialty food and unique local businesses! ::With over 50 vendors you are sure to find things like:: - Vintage clothing and accessories - Natural bath and body goodies - Handmade indie crafts - Specialty pets items - Handmade & vintage jewelry - Flea market finds - Art and more! Rain or Shine. Sunday, February 26, 2012 Boynton Beach, FL

Bloomington Handmade Market

2012-02-04T17:08:00Z

The Bloomington Handmade Market is a contemporary art + craft show in Bloomington, Indiana, showcasing 45+ local and regional artists from all over the Midwest. Saturday, April 07, 2012 Bloomington, IN

In Love with the Arts - Valentine's Artisan Fair

2012-02-03T18:39:45Z

February 11 - 12, 2012 11:00 – 18:00 105 St.Viateur W. (corner St.Urbain) St.Michael's Church Free Entrance Over 55 Artisans to discover! Old Skool Crafts prides itself on showcasing unique jewelry, natural bath & beauty products, skilled woodworkers, hand crafted toys & ornaments, photography, illustrations, paintings, adorable baby items, pottery, greeting cards, designer clothing, knitware, baked goods and many more great finds. You can discover everything from classic or elegant creations to new quirky and whimsical styles of handmade creations. There will be a kids craft area, craft workshops for adults & children as well as food for purchase in the Cafe. Check the website regularly for updates on activities and workshops that will be available. www.oldskoolcrafts.webs.com For any other information or to find out how to be a part of future fairs please contact: Co-Organizer Nikki Bundy @ info@oldskoolcrafts.com Twitter: http://twitter.com/OldSkoolCrafts Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Old-Skool-Crafts/214117565275706 Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/120411641334621/ Facebook Event page: February 11 – 12 : http://www.facebook.com/events/291831660874851/?ref=ts Saturday, February 11, 2012 Montreal

Soldering Workshops at Bloominglabs

2012-02-03T02:13:52Z

Join us from 6:30 to 9pm on Feb 21st for the latest installment of Bloominglabs’ popular soldering workshop! Learn a skill that will open up many possibilities for you in the fun field of electronics. In part I you will learn basic techniques. Have a go at some old circuit boards to get up to speed, then build a ‘phaser’ kit you can take home with you. Part II covers more advanced SMT techniques. We will have etched circuit boards you can use to practice what you’ve learned. Admission is $20 per session, or both sessions for $30. We will provide kits as part of the cost of the workshop. TV-B-Gone and MintyBoost charger kits will also be available for purchase at an additional charge. Bloominglabs staff will be on hand to answer questions and help out. Bloominglabs is located at 3927 W. Roll Avenue, Bloomington Indiana 47403. It's west of Hwy 37 just north of Bloomfield Road (also known as 2nd Street) up Curry Pike. Tuesday, February 21, 2012 BLOOMINGTON, IN

Bloominglabs Soldering Workshop: SMT

2012-02-03T02:15:19Z

Join us from 6:30 to 9pm on Feb 28th for the latest installment of Bloominglabs’ popular soldering workshop! Learn a skill that will open up many possibilities for you in the fun field of electronics. In part I you will learn basic techniques. Have a go at some old circuit boards to get up to speed, then build a ‘phaser’ kit you can take home with you. Part II covers more advanced SMT techniques. We will have etched circuit boards you can use to practice what you’ve learned. Admission is $20 per session, or both sessions for $30. We will provide kits as part of the cost of the workshop. TV-B-Gone and MintyBoost charger kits will also be available for purchase at an additional charge. Bloominglabs staff will be on hand to answer questions and help out. Bloominglabs is located at 3927 W. Roll Avenue, Bloomington Indiana 47403. It's west of Hwy 37 just north of Bloomfield Road (also known as 2nd Street) up Curry Pike. Tuesday, February 28, 2012 BLOOMINGTON, IN

*broke- The Affordable Arts Fair

2012-02-02T13:35:36Z

*broke is a multidisciplinary arts fair that features 50 artists selling their wares for under $50! *broke is one event during a whole weekend of art & music events in Peterborough, NH called The Thing in the Spring! See our website for more info! Saturday, June 09, 2012 Peterborough, NH

Moveable Type

2012-02-01T21:22:39Z

Kyle Durrie's Moveable Type project is coming to Greenville, SC! This portable letterpress studio is making its way across the country holding demonstrations on the art of letterpress printing. Begin in the library with a video, then move outside to the truck where you can create your own letterpress print. This event is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Call 864-527-9293 to sign up. Thursday, February 16, 2012 Greenville, SC

A Mini Maker Faire

2012-02-07T17:46:07Z

used for reporting on Maker Faire application, please don't delete. Saturday, January 01, 2005

Maker Faire Bay Area 2012

2012-02-03T20:03:51Z

Maker Faire is a two-day, public gathering of tech DIY enthusiasts, teachers, students, tinkerers, hobbyists, inventors, science clubs, authors, manufacturers and retailers, print and broadcast media all coming together to share their projects. There will be scheduled performances, demonstrations, and an abundance of hands-on activities, all designed for an amazing and thrilling experience for those who attend! Saturday, May 19, 2012 San Mateo, CA

Craftcation

2012-02-06T19:19:38Z

craftcation is a three day indie business & DIY workshop conference. it’s a retreat to inspire, network and build upon the independent craft business community. our objective is to ignite the entrepenurerial business spirit, strengthen skills and abilities of both seasoned business owners and newcomers to indie craft business. this is an opportunity to network, communicate and share with your peers. incorporating both business and fun craftcation features industry professionals leading attendees in DIY and indie business workshops, panel discussions and Q & A sessions. events and topics include: indie business: how to start a crafty business, maximizing social media, blogging, in’s & out’s of indie craft shows, etsy, wholesaling, merchandising, accounting, legal issues, branding, website design and more. DIY workshops: screenprinting, sewing, canning & preserving, cheesemaking, needle arts, terrariums & edible gardens, organic bath products, jewelry and more. community: meet & greets, pop-up shops, yoga, bbq & cocktail socials and so much more! Thursday, March 22, 2012 Ventura, CA

Spring Art Star Craft Bazaar

2012-01-31T21:25:02Z

May 12th & 13th, 11-6pm Great Plaza at Penn's Landing The Spring Art Star Craft Bazaar is an outdoor retail art/craft show that is organized & juried by Philadelphia’s Art Star Gallery & Boutique. Over 140 local & national artists have been chosen to set up shop & sell their wares at the Great Plaza at Penn's Landing, right along the Delaware River. The event is being held on Mother's Day weekend this year, so come to the show to pick up a perfect, one-of-a-kind gift for mom or better yet, bring your mom to the show for a fun day on the waterfront! Shoppers can expect high quality handmade goods that reflect the unique & often quirky aesthetic of Art Star. Art Star has hand selected a diverse collection of artists that create anything & everything, including housewares, paper goods, dolls, prints, ceramics, clothing, accessories, paintings/drawings, sculpture, and many other one-of-a-kind curiosities. All items have been handmade from a variety of mediums that include fabric, clay, glass, wood, paper & much more. The event will also include Live Music by local Philly bands, as well as tasty vegetarian/vegan friendly food by local eateries (TBA). We also have some other fun additions in the works, so check back regularly for updates. www.artstarcraftbazaar.com Saturday, May 12, 2012 Philadelphia, PA