Note that basic equipment trainings for members are offered as needed and can be arranged by talking to a member of the Board.
If you've been wondering what the makerspace is all about, come and check it out on the second Monday of each month. Volunteers will be on hand from 6-8 pm to give tours, answer questions, and help new members get signed up.
Monthly meeting of the GPMS Board of Directors. Everyone, makerspace members and the general public, are invited to attend.
The business meeting runs from 6:30-8:00 pm, and the Operations Committee meeting runs from 8:00-8:30 pm.
This is a two-part class! Part One meets Wednesday 5/8/24 at 6pm. Part Two meets Saturday 5/11/24 at 10am. You are expected to attend both parts.
What is hypertufa? How is it used?
Sherrialynn will answer those questions and more as the teaches you about hypertufa and how to use it to make stepping stones for your garden. Due to the nature of this craft, you will start the stones in Part One of the class, then return 3 days later to finish the stones. See highlighted part above for dates and times.
This class cost $30 for non-GPMS-members and $20 for GPMS members.
Ages: 12 and older
In this class, Nicole will cover the basic tools and techniques for stained glass using copper foil. Participants will create a small project from start to finish. No prior experience is needed. Participants 16 years or older can register.
The class is $20 for members and $30 for non-members. Registration is required so we know how many people to expect.
Ages: 16 and up
Tools to bring: none
Where: Arts Lab
Come propagate plants with Sherrailynn! The focus of this class will be on our tropical friends. You will learn when and how to:
a) improve their look, b) improve their health, & c) gain the skills to multiply what we have.
a) improve their look,
b) improve their health, &
c) gain the skills to multiply what we have.
The class is $10 for non-members and $5 for members. Registration is required so we know how many people to expect.
Ages: 12 and up
Tools to bring: pruning shears if you have them!
Where: GPMS Dirty Arts Lab
In this class, Sherrailynn will teach attendees a new knot. Using skills learned from previous classes in addition to this new knot, you will be able to make leaf-shaped macrame.
It is best for attendees to have taken the other two classes (1-Plant Hangers and 2-Book Hangers).
Attendees will be making leaf-shaped macrame that can be used for key chains, adding embellishments to curtains, or making into a bookmark. You will also see how to design leaves into macrame wall hangings.
The class is $15 for non-members and $10 for members. Registration is required so we know how many people to expect.
During the How to Crochet class Nicole will teach you the basics of crocheting. You will go over the basic supplies, stitches, and notation used to create a simple crochet piece. No prior experience is needed. Each student will begin working on a simple rectangular piece during class. They will leave with the hook and yarn needed to finish on their own. Participants 12 years or older can register.
The class is $15 for members and $20 for non-members. Registration is required so we know how many people to expect.
Where: Textiles Lab
In this class Sherrailynn will show you how to do a few things with your cuttings (or starts). You should bring a start of your own from home or a previous class. You will learn how to get them settled and how to choose the best medium for your plant.
To take this class, you should have prior experience in stained glass. This class will NOT teach you the basics. The focus of this class will be on finishing techniques (cleaning, patina, and polish).
In this class, you will make a small project from start to finish using the copper foil method and learn how to patina the solder.
Participants with experience who are 16 years or older can register.
Where: Dirty Arts Lab
Participants will design two objects during the class to put their skills into practice; a cookie cutter template and a chess piece.
The goal of the class is to cover enough detail within each topic to give participants the knowledge to design basic 3D parts from scratch.
During the class there will be scheduled breaks for participants to practice what we just learned, ask questions, and get individual help.
The class is free for members and $5 for non-members. Registration is required so we know how many people to expect.
Before the class:
1) It is advised that those wishing to participate in the class register for an Autodesk account for Personal/hobby use at the website here:
https://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/personal
2) Optional - The Makerspace computers, though able to run Fusion 360 are not optimized for the program. It is suggested that if participants have a newer laptop (withing the last two years), they download fusion 360 (https://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/personal) and bring it to the class. Please contact a GPMS Board Member if you need any help registering for a Fusion 360 account or installing the program.
In this class, Nicole will cover the basic tools and techniques for fusing glass. Participants will create a small project, but due to the nature of this craft, you will need to return after 24 hours to pick up the fused piece. No prior experience is needed. Participants 16 years or older can register.
In this class, Sherrailynn will be teaching participants a new knot. You will then apply your skills to create your own wall hangings or curtains. If you’re into the boho look, or something more natural, feel free to bring a sturdy branch that can easily be hung in your home to work your macrame skill on.
This is a two-part class! Part One meets Wednesday at 6pm. Part Two meets Saturday at 10am. You are expected to attend both parts.
Hypertufa is a cement-based material that can be used for gardening pots and decor. Sherrailynn and class participants will make pots on Wednesday. Then on Saturday, you will meet again to remove the plastic and clean the pots. Taking the intro class is helpful, but not required.
This class cost $30 for non-member and $30 for GPMS members. Registration is required so we know how many people to expect.
We can’t all have a greenhouse at home, but this is pretty close! Come learn how to set up a propagation box & get started on increasing the green spaces around your home. Sherrailynn will show you how.
During this class, Nicole will teach you the basics of glass cutting to create a garden stepping stone using stained glass and cement. Stones will need to spend a few days after the class at the Makerspace to dry, so plan to come pick up your stone a few days after class.
No prior experience is needed. Participants 16 years or older can register. Children between the ages of 10 to 15 can also sign up with a paying adult.
The class is $20for members and $30 for non-members. Registration is required so we know how many people to expect.
Ages: 16 and up, or 10 to 15 with a paying adult
Bring one or two of your own plants from home that either need to be propagated, potted, or just needs
some TLC. Sherrailynn will show you how to treat them!
Come propagate plants with Sherrailynn! The focus of this class will be on succulents. You will learn when and how to:
During this class Sherrailynn will show you how to make a macrame plant hanger using two types of knots
All supplies will be provided by GPMS, if you choose to bring your own plant, please do not bring more than one.
The class is $5 for members and $10 for non-members. Registration is required so we know how many people to expect.
Catch, Pass, Score … with robots! Design a robot that can scoop, pass, and launch a ball into a target.
For students taking part in the Vex IQ competition, the camp will be using the official game of the 2023-2024 season - FULL VOLUME
Check out the flyer for this camp here: Camp Flyer 2024 Vex.pdf
Who: Students going into grades 4 to 8 for the 2024-2025 school year.
When: July 23'th to July 26'th from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM daily
Where: Charles O Stones Intermediate Center
401 N Jennie Barker Rd, Garden City, KS 67846
Can you design a way to keep an egg safe as it's launched 2000 feet in the air and returns safely to Earth?
Do you want to explore how rockets fly?Who: Students entering grades 7 through first-year of college in the upcoming school year.
When: July 29 through July 31'st from 8:30AM to 12:30PM daily.
Where: Charles Stones Intermediate Center - 401 N Jennie Barker Rd, Garden City, KS 67846
Cost: $30 per camper - includes snacks
Check out the camp flyer: Rocket Camp flyer.pdf
Description:
Running out of book shelves? Looking to add some whimsy to your decor? Come learn how to create a Floating Bookshelf! Sherrailynn will teach you to use one not from the previous macrame class (plant hangers) and three new knots to make a floating book hanger.
