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Greetings Upper Valley Makers: Happy Spring! Be sure to check out our newest blog post: The Greenest Tool Is a Shared Tool: How Makerspaces Reduce Consumption – The Claremont MakerSpace For most classes and events, CMS MEMBERSHIP IS NOT REQUIRED. That said, members receive a discount on registration and there are some classes/events that are for members only (this will be clearly noted in the event description). Class policies (liability waiver, withdrawal, cancellation, etc.) can be found here . All of our classes depend on minimum registrations to run so please don’t wait to sign up! If you are interested in being added to a waitlist for a certain class please email: classes@claremontmakerspace.org . Instructors: Interested in teaching a class at CMS? Please fill out our Class Proposal Form . Tours: Want to see what the Claremont MakerSpace is all about? Contact Us to schedule your tour where you can learn about all the awesome tools that the CMS offers access to, as well as how membership, classes, and studio spaces work. Upcoming Events Events that are currently open for registration. Member Plant Swap April 25, 2026 10 a.m. — noon This is a CMS member-guest event. Come share your cuttings of house plants AND/OR outdoor plants and transplant some new ones to take home. Bring your own pots and CMS will provide potting soil. Also, this spring, we’re exploring ways to make the outdoor space more beautiful and usable. During the event, member Rozsa will host a short tutorial on how to build a simple worm bin compost system—turning coffee grounds and kitchen scraps into nutrient-rich plant food while giving worms a comfortable home. We’ll start using a worm bin at CMS over the warmer growing months. This member event will be hosted by Felicia and Rozsa, and you will get to know other members who have a green thumb and love to garden. Please register so we know how much soil to provide. If participation is limited, the event will be cancelled so sign up by Earth Day – Wed April 22nd! Register here! Claremont MakerSpace Creatives Meet-up April 26, 2026 1 p.m. — 4 p.m. Looking for a space to focus on your art, connect with other serious makers, and recharge your creative energy? The CMS Creatives Meetup is a dedicated time for artists, designers, and makers who are committed to their craft. Bring your current project —whether it’s sketching, digital art, painting, writing, or any other creative pursuit—and work alongside a community of like-minded individuals. This is not a casual drop-in for dabblers; it’s a supportive environment for those who take their creativity seriously and want to grow in the company of peers. Expect inspiration, honest conversation, and the motivation that comes from making in public. Coffee will be provided to keep the ideas flowing. Come ready to create, connect, and contribute. Class Fees: FREE for all Register here! Intro to Woodcarving April 27, 2026 10 a.m. — April 28, 2026 2 p.m. This is a class for students to learn the basic skills in relief carving. Students will learn about the tools and materials while producing sample boards of 2-dimensional carving designs. Some experience is helpful but not required. Tools will be provided for students to use during class. This is a two-day class: Monday, April 27th AND Tuesday, April 28th 10 am – 2 pm Please note that all our classes have a minimum number of registrants required so don’t wait to sign up! Class Fees: $240 for members/$260 non-members Register here! Photography Club April 27, 2026 5:30 p.m. — 7 p.m. Agenda: Portrait & studio lighting collaborative session! One of our members has offered to set up and demonstrate their studio setup upstairs in the mezzanine. Everyone will have the chance to spend time in front of and behind the camera–play around with lighting, learn about tethering and studio workflows, and get some nice photos of yourself! About the Club We are a new group of amateur and professional photographers meeting regularly to learn from each other, practice our craft, and develop the community of photographic artists, commercial photographers, and visual storytellers around Claremont and the Upper Valley. Meetings are free for CMS members, and open to the public with a fee to support operations at the MakerSpace. Each meeting is led by one of our members and focuses on a topic of interest chosen by the group: from technical workshops on shooting techniques, to photo critique sessions, gear show & tells, photo walks, and whatever else we come up with together. Class Fees: Free for members/$10 for non-members Register here! Open Sew-In April 28, 2026 4 p.m. — 7 p.m. Bring your sewing projects and supplies and have fun visiting with other fiber artists and enthusiasts. Work on your projects in our roomy and comfortable sewing department. We have plenty of table space and 5 Singer heavy duty sewing machines, irons, ironing board, and a variety of sewing notions to use in the Fiber Arts Studio. All Levels are welcome. While assistance is available, participants interested in using the MakerSpace equipment should have a basic working knowledge. Class Fees: Free for members and $10 for non-members Register here! Cutting Metal with the ShopBot April 29, 2026 6 p.m. — April 29, 2026 8 p.m. This class is intended for CMS members who would like to learn how to cut metal on the ShopBot. This class is restricted to CMS members who are already certified for cutting wood on the ShopBot. If you are not already a certified user of the ShopBot, you must first become a certified user of the ShopBot to cut wood. We now have a separate certification for wood and metal, and the certification for cutting wood is a prerequisite for the metal certification. The ShopBot can cut aluminum or brass, but no other metals. After completion of this course, you will be eligible to take the certification exam for cutting metal with the ShopBot. Class Fees: $20 Prerequisite(s): Must be a member who is already certified on the ShopBot Register here! Members Only MIG Welding Certification April 30, 2026 6 p.m. — 7:30 p.m. Open to members who have taken “Intro to MIG welding” and would like to be fully certified. Pre-registration is required. If you are interested in becoming certified and would like to take the Intro to MIG welding class you can sign up for the May 14th class here: https://claremontmakerspace.org/events/#!event/2026/5/14/intro-to-mig-welding Class Fees: $20 Prerequisite(s): Must have completed “Intro to MIG welding” Register here! Intro to Plasma Cutting May 2, 2026 10 a.m. — noon 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. If you have a piece of metal that you would like cut, please feel to bring it with you just check with John Lambert (ccdjohnbike@gmail.com OR info@claremontmakerspace.org) to make sure the size will work. Class Fees: $40 for members and $60 for non-members Register here! Meet the Artist & Meet the League May 7, 2026 5 p.m. — 7 p.m. The Claremont MakerSpace is excited to announce fine artist Charlotte Lacoste as the Spring 2026 Artist in Residence! Charlotte moved to New Hampshire in 2020 and she paints using interdisciplinary style in different mediums that are primarily oils, gouache, and watercolors. Most of her subject matters are landscapes, figures, and a mix of surrealism. Come meet Charlotte, see some of her work, and learn about her residency plans during a Meet the Artist event scheduled Thursday May 7th, from 5pm to 7pm at the Claremont MakerSpace. Follow Charlotte’s progress on her website . This program is supported in part by the League of NH Craftsmen through their Craft Education Program Enhancement Grant. CMS was a proud recipient of this grant in March, which enabled the spring residency. This event also includes a Meet the League opportunity for the public to talk with Lisa Almeida, who manages the League’s education programs. Stop by to ask Lisa questions about their organization and their juried membership process. While at CMS, take a tour and learn about our workspaces: Wood shop: with all the necessary large and small tools for woodworking, plus a CNC Router 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 and an embroidery machine Electronics lab: provides tools for small electronics, 3D printers, a laser cutter, and a trinocular microscope Photography lab: large format printer, photography printer, heat treat, and light box equipment Machine shop: metrology tools, two manual mills, metal lathe, grinder and a CNC mill Everyone is welcome and this event is FREE, with light refreshments available. There is plenty of parking next door in the municipal parking garage. Registration is requested but not required. Open to all ages, children under 16 years old must be accompanied by their adult. Register here! Claremont MakerSpace Yard Sale and Maker Market May 9, 2026 10 a.m. — 2 p.m. Join us at the Claremont MakerSpace for a lively spring Yard Sale and Maker Market event! This special event will feature a wide variety of handcrafted goods, creative projects, and gently used items for sale by our talented members—both active and returning. CMS will also offer surplus tools, equipment, and supplies for sale, with proceeds supporting our nonprofit mission. While you shop, take advantage of our open house to explore the space, meet makers, and learn more about our classes and membership. Whether you’re looking for a unique gift, a great deal, or a chance to get inspired, this community event is not to be missed! Rain or shine—we’ll be outside if the weather is good, or indoors if not. If you are a current or on-hold member at CMS and would like to sell items please reach out to cortney@twinstatemakerspaces.org Register here! Making Photographs: From Camera to Prints May 11, 2026 5:30 p.m. — May 18, 2026 8 p.m. Beginner-friendly and all experiences welcome! Learn the principles of taking beautiful photos, how to cull and edit your work, then choose 1-2 to print on archival fine-art papers. This sounds dramatic, but you don’t truly know your photographs until you’ve seen them on paper. This course will also set you up for a planned autumn workshop on frame-making and mounting (stay tuned for details) Session 1: Tools & Taking – Visual Storytelling, Essentials of Photography Equipment & Technique Session 2: Work Session – Culling, Editing, and Printing Class Fees: $100 for members/ $120 for non-members Register here! May Open Electronics Meetup May 12, 2026 6 p.m. — May 12, 2026 9 p.m. 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. Paul Davis, the Electronics Shop Lead, is here to help folks get started, locate tools and parts, and support a fun, collaborative environment. Attendees are encouraged to share knowledge, but please note this isn’t a repair service, and there may not be anyone available for one-on-one troubleshooting. Class Fees: Free for members and $10 for non-members. Register here! Intro to MIG Welding May 14, 2026 5:30 p.m. — May 14, 2026 8:30 p.m. 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 (we do have extras here), 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 Class Fees: $65 members, $75 non-members Register here! Amateur Radio License Exam Session May 16, 2026 10 a.m. — noon W1CMS is proud to host Twin State Radio Club’s testing session. This is an opportunity to get your Technician license or upgrade from Technician to General or from General to Extra. Register online at Examtools.org . No walk-ins, please. Doors open at 10:00 for check-in; exams begin at 10:15. In preparation, be sure to read and follow the instructions from ARRL, https://www.arrl.org/what-to-bring-to-an-exam-session . If you or someone you know is interested, contact kb1vun@arrl.net . Register here! Turn a Bottle into a Glass May 16, 2026 1 p.m. — 4:30 p.m. Transform ordinary glass bottles into beautiful, functional pieces in this hands-on workshop. You’ll learn how to safely cut and finish glass to create your own drinking glasses or lamp shades—perfect for gifts, home décor, or just showing off your maker skills. Class Fees: $75 for members/$85 non-members Register here! CMS Community Quilts May 21, 2026 1 p.m. — 6 p.m. Helping hands needed to make warm, comforting quilts for Baby Steps in Claremont! 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. 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. Many thanks to Mascoma Bank for sponsoring the program to provide studio space and additional supplies. The Home Depot is supporting this program by providing storage containers to manage the quilting materials. Register here! CMS Community Quilts May 23, 2026 1 p.m. — 5 p.m. Helping hands needed to make warm, comforting quilts for Baby Steps in Claremont! 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. 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. Many thanks to Mascoma Bank for sponsoring the program to provide studio space and additional supplies. The Home Depot is supporting this program by providing storage containers to manage the quilting materials. Register here! Claremont MakerSpace Creatives Meet-up May 24, 2026 1 p.m. — 4 p.m. Looking for a space to focus on your art, connect with other serious makers, and recharge your creative energy? The CMS Creatives Meetup is a dedicated time for artists, designers, and makers who are committed to their craft. Bring your current project —whether it’s sketching, digital art, painting, writing, or any other creative pursuit—and work alongside a community of like-minded individuals. This is not a casual drop-in for dabblers; it’s a supportive environment for those who take their creativity seriously and want to grow in the company of peers. Expect inspiration, honest conversation, and the motivation that comes from making in public. Coffee will be provided to keep the ideas flowing. Come ready to create, connect, and contribute. The leader for this session is long time member and creative Michelle Goldsmith Class Fees: FREE for all Age requirement: Must be 16 or older Register here! Introduction to Paper Piecing May 31, 2026 1 p.m. — 4 p.m. Precise points! Seams that match! If “regular” piecing leaves you frustrated because the blocks don’t always fit together* the way the pattern shows, you will love paper piecing. We will make sample 6” squares of increasing complexity that can be assembled later into a pillow top or wall hanging. These practice squares will give you all the skills you need to do many of the paper pieced patterns available. Class Fees: $20 members, $30 non-members Prerequisite(s): Able to use a sewing machine independently Register here! Stamp Making for Beginners and Intermediate May 31, 2026 1 p.m. — 3 p.m. Want to learn how to carve a stamp for printing on paper, fabric, and more? In this class we will go over the process, and you will be able to keep your stamp and make hundreds of prints if you’d like to! I will provide ink, carving tools, rubber to carve, and some paper for stamping on. If you would like to bring clothing to stamp your design onto that is welcome, make sure it is cotton. Please note that all our classes have a minimum number of registrants required so don’t wait to sign up! Class Fees: $60 for members/$70 non-members Register here! Just Missed These classes are currently full at time of writing. If you are interested, please check the event’s page; spots occasionally open up. Keep an eye on this newsletter to see when these classes are offered again. Intro to Spoon Carving May 18, 2026 10 a.m. — May 19, 2026 2 p.m. Happy Makin’! We are grateful for all of the public support that our 501(c)(3), non-profit organization receives. If you’d like to make a donation, please visit the Support Us page of our website.