Twin Cities Maker upcoming events

Wood Shop Maintenance Night (Mon, June 01, 2026)

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

WOOD SHOP MAINTENANCE NIGHT

Join Us for Our Bi-Monthly Wood Shop Maintenance Nights

This time is set aside to perform tasks around making sure our tools stay in peak performance and trying to ensure that the tools stay in good working order during the month. Never repaired a tool or performed maintenance before – not a problem!! There are maintenance task for all levels of expertise – and we’ll always have at least one person around that can help you learn!

Ceramics | Wheel-Throwing 101 (Mon, June 01, 2026)

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

NOTE: *This class is required for ceramics studio members who do not pass or do not attempt the wheel-throwing sign-off. Members must either pass the wheel-throwing sign off or take the 101 course to wheel throw in our studio. Thank you!*

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

This class is centered around the potter's wheel. Students will understand the basic tools and materials as well as proper studio safety and clean-up practices. Students will learn to prepare clay for throwing, center the clay on the wheel, open and pull clay walls, and create basic forms like cylinders and bowls. Finally, students will learn how to refine and trim forms, apply surface decoration and glaze, and understand the process of bisque and glaze firing.

The skills acquired in this class will the the foundation on which you can keep building with more advanced classes and/or open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

This class is taught by Paola Evangelista. Artist and educator, born in Peru and based in the Twin Cities since 2019. Read more at www.paolaevangelista.com

Jewelry Orientation (Mon, June 01, 2026)

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Come learn about the jewelry bench! We have tools to support fabrication workflows as well as casting (red sand and investment casting). The instructor's subject area is silversmithing, but all interest areas are welcomed as we seek to expand our jewelry-making offerings.

In this orientation, you will learn each tool's role in the jewelry-making process, from cutting and forming to soldering and polishing. This department is distinct from the Lapidary department, but the skills go hand-in-hand!

General Know-How

Safety guidance, risks and risk mitigation
Shop rules and expectations
The mounted tools (bench pin, flex shaft, drill press, bench buffer, scroll saw)
The furnaces & kilns

Fabrication

Measuring and Marking

Calipers, rulers, dividers, scribe, center punch, stencils

Forming

Rolling mill, steel/rubber blocks, hammers & mallets, mandrels, swage blocks, wire wrapping

Cutting and Reducing

Files, sandpaper, jeweler's saw (and how to replace its blades), shears, hand cutters, rotary tool bits

Joining

Solder and when to use each type, solder picks, torch, flux, fume extraction, pickle

Polishing

Rotary tool options for detail polishing
Bench buffer for mass polishing

Various Jigs and Miscellaneous

Miter jig, wax ring blank cutting
Scrap metal rules

Casting

Wax carving and mold creation
Red sand / delft clay casting
Investment casting — This will be a general overview of the tools. The process is VERY involved; keep an eye on WA for a full class in the future!

Conclusion

We will end by discussing what's next for the jewelry department, how to get involved, and where to find resources for learning more.

Happy making!
~Abby

Ceramics | Intermediate Hand-Building (Tue, June 02, 2026)

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

NOTE: To sign-up for this class, you must have taken Hand-Building 101 at TCM or share work photos and experience to ceramics@tcmaker.org. Thank you!

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

Through this 8-week hand-building ceramics class, students will further their knowledge of clay through guided projects on pinch, coil, and slab, field trips, workshops, and self-directed research. Students will also understand surface decoration on different stages of clay, crack repair, and a variety of glaze application techniques.

The skills acquired in this course will support your hand-building foundation on which you may take more advanced classes and/or learn in open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

Traditional Spoon Carving: Articulture Class @TCM (Tue, June 02, 2026)

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Traditional Spoon Carving: An articulture class

This fun spoon carving class will teach the basics such as safety, carving grips, tool maintenance, and finishing techniques. Students will develop their own personal carving aesthetic while learning about the history of wood carving and its appeal in contemporary fine craft. This wonderfully sociable artform is very portable, low cost, low mess, ecologically friendly, and is connected to nearly every culture worldwide! Leave with a beautiful fully functional and finished spoon that has your personal creative style literally carved into it.

Instructor

Anders Nienstaedt

Notes

If there is interest in buying a carving kit, this will be discussed first day of class.

This class is run by Articulture and hosted by Twin Cities Maker.

Woodworking 101 (Tue, June 02, 2026)

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:30:00 GMT

This class will provide wood shop users with foundational skills in woodworking including planning, materials, marking, skills, and tool use.

Students will be introduced to the TC Maker wood shop mindset and safety expectations. Learn how to plan a successful project with a focus on construction methods and joinery. Select wood, measure and mill materials, and learn order of operations and assembly. Finally, we'll cover wood finishing including finish options and technique.

Each of the four sessions will last two hours and start with a lesson portion. If we have any extra time, the instructors can help answer questions and consult on projects.

Tools Covered

The workbench, clamps, vices, measuring tools, squares, chisel, hand plane, bandsaw, table saw, jointer, planer, sanding station, and more.

What to Bring

Clothing suitable to the wood shop. Wear close-toed shoes and avoid loose, dangling clothing and accessories.

Eye and hearing protection is required. Dust masks and eye/ear protection are available to borrow but bringing your own is recommended.

Open Circuits (Tue, June 02, 2026)

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Your Weekly Electronics Hang at Twin Cities Maker

Join fellow electronics enthusiasts, hosted by David Zuhn, every Tuesday at Twin City Maker for Open Circuits! Whether you're a pro or just starting out, this is the place to tinker, learn, and collaborate.

What to expect

You can bring your own project for show-and-tell, to get help, or to just plan on making progress
Contribute to community projects (see list below)
Learn how to use the E-lab equipment
Connect with fellow Twin Cities Makers

Open Circuits is open to both Twin City Maker members and the public at large. We'll meet in the Twin Cities Maker Electronics Lab and spill out into the lobby as necessary.

Community Projects

(on the docket for the foreseeable future)

Raspberry-Pi-based parking permit printer for member storage
Fob-based vending machine for tools and supplies
Fob-based access control to heavy machinery
Vacuum sensors
Energy monitoring (single-phase and 3-phase)
Temperature controller for glasswork

Side Projects

Humidity sensors (e.g., for 3D filament dry boxes)
Strain gauges for weighing propane tanks
ESP32 and ESP8266 projects using Wi-Fi and MQTT

Learn new skills

Wire crimping
Oscilloscope usage
Microcontroller programming
Reverse engineering
3D modeling enclosures

It is not necessary to RSVP to this event!

Troubleshoot Tuesday (Tue, June 02, 2026)

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Electronics in need of repair? Stop by Twin Cities Maker on Troubleshoot Tuesdays to get help from a pro and learn to fix your device! This will be an opportunity to diagnose your electronics issues and get some basic repairs.

Please sign up using this form to attend, this will help our techs prepare for your arrival!

Troubleshoot Tuesdays are run by RECA, Minnesota Tech for Success, and Free Geek Twin Cities.

Ceramics | Hand-Building 101 (Wed, June 03, 2026)

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

NOTE: This class is required for ceramics studio members who do not pass or do not attempt the hand-building sign-off. Members must either pass the hand-building sign off or take the 101 course to hand-build in our studio. Thank you!

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

Through the 6-week hand-building ceramics class (101 series), students will learn the fundamentals of working with clay including knowledge and understanding of pinch, slab, coil techniques, and surface decoration. Students will also understand clay properties, how to prevent cracked work, and the proper techniques to glaze application for firing.

The skills acquired in this course will serve as the hand-building foundation on which you may take more advanced classes and/or learn in open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

This class is taught by JJ Bunch.

3D Printing - Intro Class and Orientation (Wed, June 03, 2026)

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Curious about 3D printing? Want to make organizers, replacement parts, cosplay props, custom brackets, mounts, prototypes, or just something fun you found online? This is your starting point.

No previous 3D printing experience needed. Just bring your curiosity.

After registering, please complete this free Bambu Class: https://bambulab.com/en-us/support/academy/11

Course completion is REQUIRED so we can check you off for printer access.

No computer or smartphone to take the course? Just email 3D@tcmaker.org and we will make it work.

In this hands-on session, we will walk through how the 3D lab works, go over shared space guidelines, and guide you step-by-step through printing on our Bambu Lab 3D printers. Bring an STL file if you have one you are excited about, or use one of ours. If your print does not finish during class, you can pick it up later. Filament for training prints is provided.

By the end, you will be officially checked off and ready to use the Bambu Lab printers on your own.

Open to both members and non-members. If you have printed before, you are still welcome to join. You can also email us about scheduling a quick 30-minute check-off session.

Want to go further? After this class, members can take intermediate training to unlock our Bambu X1C with AMS. We also run a monthly resin class for the Anycubic resin 3D printers. 3D scanner training for the Creality Raptor Pro is available upon request.

If the class is full, reach out and we will schedule a 1:1 session based on availability.

Got any questions or need assistance? Email us at 3D@tcmaker.org and we are happy to help.

We cannot wait to see what you make. Happy making!

Ceramics | Wheel-Throwing 101 (Wed, June 03, 2026)

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

The skills acquired in this class will the the foundation on which you can keep building with more advanced classes and/or open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

This class is taught by Lynn Cardwell. She has over 10 years of experience with ceramics and education.

Twin Cities Maker Community Night: Grill and Gather (Wed, June 03, 2026)

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Join us for our monthly Twin Cities Maker Community Night—an evening of free food, conversation, and connection! We’ll be firing up the grill (with vegetarian options available), so come stop by for some tasty dinner. The focus this month is all about community: meeting fellow makers, sharing ideas, and enjoying time together at the shop.

Whether you’re a longtime member or visiting for the first time, it’s a great chance to connect, learn more about TCM, and be part of the maker community.

Twin Cities Maker Open House (Wed, June 03, 2026)

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Twin Cities Maker (TC Maker) is a non-profit, all volunteer run, community maker space based in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area.

Our mission is to make, share, and learn.

We have a maker space (The Hack Factory) for members to build projects using various media and technologies, from wood and metal working, electronics to fabrics, laser cutters to 3D Printers and beyond.

We invite you to come visit our space and take a tour to learn about our community, and how you can participate in it. We welcome folks to check out the space on Wednesday evenings. A tour of the space will start in the lobby at 7 PM.

Learn more about us at our website! https://www.tcmaker.org/

This event is a tour only. Non-members are not permitted to operate any tools or equipment. Appropriate safety precautions MUST be taken before entering the shop.

Fiber Fun Night (Wed, June 03, 2026)

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Fiber Night on Wednesday in the lobby for anyone who wants to join! We'll be working on beginning knitting and crochet but are open to any other suggestions

Email artifactory@tcmaker.org with questions!

Artifactory Orientation (Wed, June 03, 2026)

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Orientation will be a half-hour session covering space changes, equipment and material locations, donations, cleanliness protocols, and safety procedures for new members and those who haven't been down to the Artifactory in a while.

Master Templates for Pattern Routing Parts (Thu, June 04, 2026)

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Learn how to use templates to make repeatable and precise parts with the bandsaw and router.

Learn how to move beyond straight lines and simple angles using the magic of templates. In this class, you will move beyond straight edges to create complex curves and repeatable parts with precision and repeatability. With this skill, you will be able to produce everything from curved furniture legs and curved table tops to serving trays handles and guitar bodies.

Experience Level

Confident use of a router and bandsaw is required.

Skills You Will Learn

(1) We will learn how to safely cut out excess material on the bandsaw to prepare for a template, (2) master the use of flush-trim bits on the router table, and (3) practice techniques to prevent "tear-out" on curved profiles. After this class, you will be able to design and use custom templates to create parts and components for any project.

What to Bring

Clothing suitable for the wood shop. Wear close
toed shoes and avoid loose, dangling clothing and accessories. Eye and hearing protection is required. Dust masks and eye/ear protection are available to borrow but bringing your own is recommended.

Refund Policy

Up To 7 Days Before the Event Starts

About the Instructor

Tim Bednar is an Assistant Wood Shop Manager at TC Maker and also teaches the Woodworking 101 class. After studying at the Minneapolis College of Art and Design, he spent many years as a minister and then web developer before returning to furniture design and woodcraft.

Wiki & Wine: Upgrade TCM's Wiki (Thu, June 04, 2026)

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

What tools do we have? Where are they? What do they look like?

Our wiki (wiki.tcmaker.org) needs an overhaul, and we need a group of volunteers to pull it off. Expect a glass of wine, collaboration with fellow makers, and a better-organized collective knowledge base.

No experience needed! Bring a laptop since we'll likely only have one PC set up, but keep in mind this first meeting will be heavily focused on planning, styling, and structure.

We'll be starting fresh with a MediaWiki (like Wikipedia) installation, pulling from the current Wiki.js setup for source material—at least for the parts that aren't wildly out-of-date.

Twin Cites Queer Open Mic at TCM (Thu, June 04, 2026)

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Join us for an evening of creativity, connection, and community as Twin Cities Queer Open Mic comes to Twin Cities Maker! This open mic celebrates all forms of expression—whether it’s singing, music, poetry, spoken word, visual art, performance, or whatever wild and wonderful ideas our community brings to the stage.

Everyone is welcome to share, or just come to listen, cheer, and enjoy the energy of queer voices and creativity. Bring your art, your words, your songs—or just bring yourself.

Jewelry: Open Studio (Fri, June 05, 2026)

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT

~ This is a drop-in, drop-out event. Come as you please. TCM members do not need to RSVP, just show up! ~

Bring your raw metals and get guidance from experts!

Join silversmithing instructor Abby Schneider for Open Studio in the jewelry department! Drop in and out, or come for the whole time, it doesn't matter! We're here to hang out, listen to music, and build a community of people making beautiful things.

No prior jewelry experience is necessary or assumed, and this event can also serve as your orientation for the jewelry department. This is a time for getting together with other artists for community, advice/direct assistance on projects, and learning about safely using the advanced tools.

You can even come if you don't make jewelry but are just curious about the techniques involved in small metalworking. My hope is to build a knowledge-sharing community of practice. Everyone is welcome.

If you're not a member, this is a great way to try out TCM's jewelry tools and see if the space is for you. Bring some raw metal and have some fun!

If there are no users who bring raw metal, that is also completely okay! In that case, Abby will be there running a jewelry demonstration.

This event is for you if:

You are a TCM member who wants to make jewelry but you don't know where/how to start

You already know metalworking and want to help me build a community of practice. Make progress on a tough project, show off your work, or tackle a new idea!

You're not a member of TCM but want to make jewelry. You can try out our range of jewelry tools and equipment to learn what's what before you sink lots of money into starter tools

You want to hang out with me and drink tea and listen to jazz

CNC Orientation (Fri, June 05, 2026)

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Join this in-person orientation to learn more about the CNC routers at Twin Cities Maker.

Orientation will start in the classroom—not the CNC room.

Agenda:

Overview of the CNC routers
Rules and Restrictions
How to get Signed-off
Demonstration of toolpath generation using VCarve
Demo cut on Shapeoko or the 4' × 8' Sequoyatec

CNC orientation is generally held on the second Friday of the month.

Metal Shop Orientation (Sat, June 06, 2026)

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 14:30:00 GMT

This is orientation required for use of the metal shop at TC Maker Minneapolis. We explain our equipment, safety procedures, storage and training requirements for our more advanced tools. Also provide recommendations for PPE, consumables and other things to help make your use of the metal shop effective for you and our other members.

AC Tune-Ups for Homeowners (Sat, June 06, 2026)

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Feel more confident in understanding how your home AC works and learn how to identify and fix issues on your own.

This class is for every homeowner who would like to have a better working understanding of their home AC unit and learn basic troubleshooting and maintenance skills. Learn the steps you can take before you call a company to solve simple issues. We will be working on a demonstration condensing unit and evaporator.

Skills we'll learn in the class together: How does your refrigeration system work? Major components. How to use an electrical meter to look for problems. How to change out the most common components. Summer maintenance items. How to spot an issue that will need a professional. When to change your system.

Participants are welcome to bring pictures and model/serial numbers of their current home systems. You are also welcome to bring your own electrical meter. Fluke is the industry standard but Klein are a good choice for homeowners.

What to Bring

Gloves

Refund Policy

Up To 7 Days Before the Event Starts.

About the Instructor

Cory Due is a local 539 pipefitter who focuses on service work and HVAC. They have both a welding degree and HVAC degree and largely work on commercial systems. They enjoy teaching and making mechanical concepts more accessible to all. When they aren't teaching they're scheming about house projects, tending to their garden, or spending time with their family and menagerie of animals.

Metal Shop Maintenance Morning (Sat, June 06, 2026)

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Join us as we listen to Jazz 88's Bluegrass Saturday Morning and work to make the metal shop a little brighter and more functional! First Saturday of every month we'll chip away to make our space better and cleaner!

Registration is not required although it helps us gauge what we can get done. Drop-in and stay a while, or come and pass a broom once, everyone is welcome.

Garden Irrigation Systems (Sat, June 06, 2026)

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Never let your plants get thirsty again!

Do you love gardening but lack the energy for watering all your enthusiastic plant purchases? Are you like me and the phrase "just one more tomato plant, I'm sure I have room for it" haunt you by August? Join us as we explore the wonderful world of creating your own irrigation system. Schedule or manually turn on your spigot and away it goes!

This class has two parts.

In part one we'll cover types of irrigation you can use, the pro's and cons, and what material is ideal. We'll also include some piping best practices and how to prepare your system for winter.

Part two participants are encouraged to bring in their garden layout and start planning their system. We will also be learning how to solder, use some basic piping tools, and making out own manifolds for our irrigation system.

Participants will take home a PVC manifold, if participants would prefer a copper one, please reach out to the instructor at cory.due@tcmaker.org.

About the Instructor

Cory Due is an over-enthusiastic gardener who is still learning the meaning of "no we cannot add one more plant to this bed". They are a pipefitter during the day (and sometimes night) and love spending time with their family. Their enthusiasm for food and gardening is only ever tempered by time and space.

Metal Shop Orientation (Mon, June 08, 2026)

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

At 6:45 we will do a brief training for use of the metal shear, which requires in-person checkoff. Following that, you will be allowed to use our 4' sheet metal shear. You can attend either or both sessions if you wish.

Please be on time and let me know if you cannot attend. Thank you

Build an Iconic Sedia Chair by Enzo Mari (Mon, June 08, 2026)

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Build a piece of design history while mastering the fundamentals of efficient, honest design using Enzo Mari’s Autoprogettazione from 1974.

In 1974, Italian designer Enzo Mari released Autoprogettazione, a project to teach ‘self-design’ through the process of making. In this three-session intensive, we will build the most iconic Sedia chair. You will learn to look past complex joinery and learn "design by making." This class is ideal for all makers of any skill level wanting to design what they build. Students are free to follow the plan or add more complex joinery. Lumber is not included with registration fee. An estimated material cost ranges from $80 to $100 for 4-5 1x6 select pine boards with a precise list provided to the students before class.

Experience Level

Confident use of a miter saw and drill is required.

Skills You Will Learn

(1) You will learn to interpret the Autoprogettazione drawings to create a cut list from standard dimensional lumber, (2) master efficient cross-cutting and assembly, and (3) explore the principles that make this "box-like" chair surprisingly comfortable. After this class, you will have completed a Sedia chair and gained a new perspective on how simple materials can be elevated into high-end design objects.

What to Bring

Clothing suitable for the wood shop.
Wear close toed shoes and avoid loose, dangling clothing and accessories. Eye and hearing protection is required. Dust masks and eye/ear protection are available to borrow but bringing your own is recommended.

Refund Policy

Up To 7 Days Before the Event Starts

About the Instructor

Twin Cities Maker Quarterly Town Hall (Tue, June 09, 2026)

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

We encourage all members to attend our Town Hall meetings!

The Town Hall is on the 2nd Tuesday of the 3rd month of each quarter. This is an opportunity for every member of Twin Cities Maker to meet with members of the senior leadership. Each meeting will comprise of an update on major ongoing projects, overall strategy, and what the future holds. The remainder of the meeting will be dedicated to general discussion and Q&A.

All Town Hall meeting are held in person in the Artifactory as well as virtually online. To join the meeting online please visit https://go.tcmaker.org/boardmeeting

Ceramics | Intermediate Hand-Building (Tue, June 09, 2026)

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

NOTE: To sign-up for this class, you must have taken Hand-Building 101 at TCM or share work photos and experience to ceramics@tcmaker.org. Thank you!

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

Through this 8-week hand-building ceramics class, students will further their knowledge of clay through guided projects on pinch, coil, and slab, field trips, workshops, and self-directed research. Students will also understand surface decoration on different stages of clay, crack repair, and a variety of glaze application techniques.

The skills acquired in this course will support your hand-building foundation on which you may take more advanced classes and/or learn in open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

Woodworking 101 (Tue, June 09, 2026)

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 23:30:00 GMT

This class will provide wood shop users with foundational skills in woodworking including planning, materials, marking, skills, and tool use.

Each of the four sessions will last two hours and start with a lesson portion. If we have any extra time, the instructors can help answer questions and consult on projects.

Tools Covered

The workbench, clamps, vices, measuring tools, squares, chisel, hand plane, bandsaw, table saw, jointer, planer, sanding station, and more.

What to Bring

Clothing suitable to the wood shop. Wear close-toed shoes and avoid loose, dangling clothing and accessories.

Eye and hearing protection is required. Dust masks and eye/ear protection are available to borrow but bringing your own is recommended.

Open Circuits (Tue, June 09, 2026)

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Your Weekly Electronics Hang at Twin Cities Maker

What to expect

You can bring your own project for show-and-tell, to get help, or to just plan on making progress
Contribute to community projects (see list below)
Learn how to use the E-lab equipment
Connect with fellow Twin Cities Makers

Open Circuits is open to both Twin City Maker members and the public at large. We'll meet in the Twin Cities Maker Electronics Lab and spill out into the lobby as necessary.

Community Projects

(on the docket for the foreseeable future)

Raspberry-Pi-based parking permit printer for member storage
Fob-based vending machine for tools and supplies
Fob-based access control to heavy machinery
Vacuum sensors
Energy monitoring (single-phase and 3-phase)
Temperature controller for glasswork

Side Projects

Humidity sensors (e.g., for 3D filament dry boxes)
Strain gauges for weighing propane tanks
ESP32 and ESP8266 projects using Wi-Fi and MQTT

Learn new skills

Wire crimping
Oscilloscope usage
Microcontroller programming
Reverse engineering
3D modeling enclosures

It is not necessary to RSVP to this event!

Wiki & Wine: Upgrade TCM's Wiki (Tue, June 09, 2026)

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

What tools do we have? Where are they? What do they look like?

No experience needed! Bring a laptop since we'll likely only have one PC set up, but keep in mind this first meeting will be heavily focused on planning, styling, and structure.

We'll be starting fresh with a MediaWiki (like Wikipedia) installation, pulling from the current Wiki.js setup for source material—at least for the parts that aren't wildly out-of-date.

Ceramics | Hand-Building 101 (Wed, June 10, 2026)

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

NOTE: This class is required for ceramics studio members who do not pass or do not attempt the hand-building sign-off. Members must either pass the hand-building sign off or take the 101 course to hand-build in our studio. Thank you!

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

Through the 6-week hand-building ceramics class (101 series), students will learn the fundamentals of working with clay including knowledge and understanding of pinch, slab, coil techniques, and surface decoration. Students will also understand clay properties, how to prevent cracked work, and the proper techniques to glaze application for firing.

The skills acquired in this course will serve as the hand-building foundation on which you may take more advanced classes and/or learn in open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

This class is taught by JJ Bunch.

Free Linocut Stamp-Making (Wed, June 10, 2026)

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Join us for a fun, free evening of print-making at Twin Cities Maker! Come with a friend or on your own and try your hand at linocut stamp-making. We’ll provide the tools, materials, and guidance—no experience needed. At the end of the evening, we'll use our stamps to create a collective print project!

This event is free of charge, but please register in advance.

Annandita's Farewell Party (Wed, June 10, 2026)

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Our wonderful 3D lab manager Annandita will be moving away soon! We’ll be having a gathering in the lobby on June 10th to say goodbye and tell her much we’ll miss her.

We’re going to have a little potluck-style meal so bring something to share if you’re able! See you there!

Twin Cities Maker Open House (Wed, June 10, 2026)

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Twin Cities Maker (TC Maker) is a non-profit, all volunteer run, community maker space based in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area.

Our mission is to make, share, and learn.

Learn more about us at our website! https://www.tcmaker.org/

This event is a tour only. Non-members are not permitted to operate any tools or equipment. Appropriate safety precautions MUST be taken before entering the shop.

Fiber Fun Night (Wed, June 10, 2026)

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Fiber Night on Wednesday in the lobby for anyone who wants to join! We'll be working on beginning knitting and crochet but are open to any other suggestions

Email artifactory@tcmaker.org with questions!

New Member Orientation (Thu, June 11, 2026)

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

About this event

Whether you are a brand new member of Twin Cities Maker, or have been a member for a really long time but haven't been in the shop for awhile, attending a new member orientation will get you up to speed on the policies, guidelines, and culture of Twin Cities Maker.

Signup, download a copy of our handbook, and come to session. During orientation you get to meet some new people, have all your questions answered, and get acquainted with Twin Cities Maker policies, guidelines, and culture.

Orientation lasts for about 1 hour with time after for questions and support for any issues.

After you have completed orientation you will receive your fob to access the facility, which will be activated once have paid all membership fees.

If you are going to be working in the woodshop be sure to sign up for woodshop orientation immediately following this class. Check our orientations calendar to register.

All New Members are required to Pre-Register for this Orientation.

If you cannot attend an in person orientation, please reach out to membership@tcmaker.org so that we can work out special arrangements.

Wood Shop Orientation (Thu, June 11, 2026)

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Wood Shop Orientation

Wood Shop Orientation is a required orientation for all woodworkers.

During Orientation we will cover basic shop safety guidelines along with best practices that are necessary to use the wood shop at Twin Cities Maker!

https://wiki.tcmaker.org/en/shop_departments/wood_shop

Ceramics Orientation (Thu, June 11, 2026)

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Ceramics orientations are on hold until further notice as we complete our expansion project. This upgrade will allow us to welcome additional members into the studio.

Please direct any questions to: ceramics@tcmaker.org

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NOTE: *You must attend the general Twin Cities Maker Orientation ("New Member Orientation") in addition to our Ceramics Studio Orientation.*

Questions or trouble signing up for this orientation? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org

The general orientation will orient you with the makerspace as a whole, while our ceramics studio orientation will focus specifically on the processes and procedures in our shop. We recommend completing the general orientation before the ceramics orientation. You do not need to attend orientation before taking a class or workshop. However, orientation is a requirement to keep using the studio after a class or workshop ends.

Our ceramics orientation will cover:

Our Safety and Firing Waiver
Consumables (clay, glaze, firing)
Check-In and Check-Out Procedures
Reserving Tools
Classes vs. Sign-Offs (the sign-offs allow you to bypass our mandatory 101 classes through a verbal and physical demonstration of skill)
... and most importantly: a Studio Tour!!!

Come prepared to ask questions and have fun!

- Your TCM Ceramics Managers

Intro to Relief Printing (Fri, June 12, 2026)

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Interested in printmaking? Learn the basics of relief printing by carving your own linoleum block and running an edition of your print!

Printmaking is a fun, relatively easy way to make art that you can mass produce yourself. Relief printmaking is one of the most common, accessible forms and is a great place to start if you are new to the medium. In this class we will be carving linoleum, a soft, Eco-friendly composite that is easy to carve. Together we will cover various techniques to make creating your design and carving it easier, as well as give you the tools and knowledge to keep making once this class is completed. To finish the class we will run an edition of your unique print in ink, so you will have multiple copies of your piece to keep, trade, or share!

What to Bring/Wear

Wear close-toed shoes. The maker space is a busy place and it is always good practice! Bring hair ties if needed and avoid loose jewelry and clothing. We will be working with sharp blades after all!

About the Instructor

Hi! My name is Evie Redding. I am a recent graduate of Grinnell College where I got degrees in Studio Art and Anthropology. In art I specialize in ceramics and printmaking (keep an eye out for my upcoming ceramics classes!) and I do biological archaeology for anthro. For the past three years I worked at my school's maker space as the head of the Tech studio, and I recently moved to the Twin Cities to pursue opportunities in art. I live with my partner, our two cats, and my leopard gecko! I love to make art and learn new things, and I am always happy to answer any questions sent my way!

Teaching Woodshop: Bench Build Day (Sat, June 13, 2026)

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Join Jon Alt and other volunteers as we build the new benches for the teaching woodshop! This event will take place in the current woodshop and will occupy the two table saws, the miter saw, and six of the assembly tables! We can't wait to see you there!

Introduction to MIG Welding (Sat, June 13, 2026)

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Add welding to your DIY skillset with this introductory course.

Learn the basics of MIG welding and walk away with your own small wall-mounted coat hanger. In this class you will learn a basic welding framework to use on your own projects at home or in the TC Maker shop. Safety, machine basics, gas choice and set-up, as well as basic tools will all be covered. For folks starting from zero knowledge to those who have welded in the past and would like to brush-up, this class emphasizes that everyone can be a welder and make their own project dreams come true. Class size is kept small to encourage participation and time with the instructor.

What to Bring

Bring a pair of welding gloves. Recommendations are ones that are thinner for dexterity. Examples are Black Stallion MIG gloves or Vulcan TIG gloves (both work for MIG welding).

Participants should be wearing close-toed shoes and clothing that is 100% cotton or wool. Jeans or similar material without holes are also recommended. No synthetic fibers. Improper attire may require participants to withdraw at time of class without refund. If you have questions regarding proper attire, please reach out to the instructor.

Refund Policy

Up To 7 Days Before the Event Starts.

About the Instructor

Cory Due is a local 539 pipefitter who focuses on service work and HVAC after earning a welding degree at MCTC and working in a fabrication shop and on the construction side of the pipefitters union. They have both a welding degree and HVAC degree and largely work on commercial systems. They enjoy teaching and making mechanical concepts more accessible to all. When they aren't teaching they're scheming about house projects, tending to their garden, or spending time with their family and menagerie of animals.

Build an Iconic Sedia Chair by Enzo Mari (Mon, June 15, 2026)

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Build a piece of design history while mastering the fundamentals of efficient, honest design using Enzo Mari’s Autoprogettazione from 1974.

Experience Level

Confident use of a miter saw and drill is required.

Skills You Will Learn

What to Bring

Clothing suitable for the wood shop.
Wear close toed shoes and avoid loose, dangling clothing and accessories. Eye and hearing protection is required. Dust masks and eye/ear protection are available to borrow but bringing your own is recommended.

Refund Policy

Up To 7 Days Before the Event Starts

About the Instructor

Ceramics | Intermediate Hand-Building (Tue, June 16, 2026)

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

NOTE: To sign-up for this class, you must have taken Hand-Building 101 at TCM or share work photos and experience to ceramics@tcmaker.org. Thank you!

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

Through this 8-week hand-building ceramics class, students will further their knowledge of clay through guided projects on pinch, coil, and slab, field trips, workshops, and self-directed research. Students will also understand surface decoration on different stages of clay, crack repair, and a variety of glaze application techniques.

The skills acquired in this course will support your hand-building foundation on which you may take more advanced classes and/or learn in open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

Clothes Mending Night (Tue, June 16, 2026)

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Got a piece of clothing to mend? A loved item you've worn through? A broken zipper? A torn sleeve? Don't throw it out - instead, bring it to our community mending night in the TCM artifactory!

All are welcome, members and nonmembers alike! Join us for an evening of slow fashion to make your pieces last longer and save them from the landfill. Even if you don't have something to mend, feel free to stop by for a fun evening in community.

Please fill out this form to sign up for a 30-minute time slot to have our volunteers help you out with your repair!

Wildflower Embroidery: Articulture Class @TCM (Tue, June 16, 2026)

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Late spring is the perfect time to be inspired by the beauty of Minnesota flowers through this ancient art form. Learn some basic stitches and strategies by an exploration of traditional flower embroidery techniques. These skills will then enable you to create numerous embroidered designs on old jeans, well-loved sweaters, pillow covers, and more.

Instructor

Eva Adderley

Notes:

This class is run by Articulture and hosted at Twin Cities Maker.

Woodworking 101 (Tue, June 16, 2026)

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 23:30:00 GMT

This class will provide wood shop users with foundational skills in woodworking including planning, materials, marking, skills, and tool use.

Each of the four sessions will last two hours and start with a lesson portion. If we have any extra time, the instructors can help answer questions and consult on projects.

Tools Covered

The workbench, clamps, vices, measuring tools, squares, chisel, hand plane, bandsaw, table saw, jointer, planer, sanding station, and more.

What to Bring

Clothing suitable to the wood shop. Wear close-toed shoes and avoid loose, dangling clothing and accessories.

Eye and hearing protection is required. Dust masks and eye/ear protection are available to borrow but bringing your own is recommended.

Open Circuits (Tue, June 16, 2026)

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Your Weekly Electronics Hang at Twin Cities Maker

What to expect

You can bring your own project for show-and-tell, to get help, or to just plan on making progress
Contribute to community projects (see list below)
Learn how to use the E-lab equipment
Connect with fellow Twin Cities Makers

Open Circuits is open to both Twin City Maker members and the public at large. We'll meet in the Twin Cities Maker Electronics Lab and spill out into the lobby as necessary.

Community Projects

(on the docket for the foreseeable future)

Raspberry-Pi-based parking permit printer for member storage
Fob-based vending machine for tools and supplies
Fob-based access control to heavy machinery
Vacuum sensors
Energy monitoring (single-phase and 3-phase)
Temperature controller for glasswork

Side Projects

Humidity sensors (e.g., for 3D filament dry boxes)
Strain gauges for weighing propane tanks
ESP32 and ESP8266 projects using Wi-Fi and MQTT

Learn new skills

Wire crimping
Oscilloscope usage
Microcontroller programming
Reverse engineering
3D modeling enclosures

It is not necessary to RSVP to this event!

Troubleshoot Tuesday (Tue, June 16, 2026)

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Please sign up using this form to attend, this will help our techs prepare for your arrival!

Troubleshoot Tuesdays are run by RECA, Minnesota Tech for Success, and Free Geek Twin Cities.

3D Printing - Intro Class and Orientation (Wed, June 17, 2026)

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT