Upcoming events

    • Sun, May 04, 2025
    • Sun, December 07, 2025
    • 8 sessions
    • 2111 S West Ave Unit 58, Waukesha WI 53189
    • 15
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    Join us for our Monthly Makerspace Meeting, held on the first Sunday of every month from 6 PM to 8 PM. Open to the public, these meetings are a great way to connect with our community, stay informed, and share your ideas. Whether you're a current member or simply curious about what we offer, you're welcome to join us in person at the makerspace.

    During the meeting, we'll discuss recent updates to the workshop, review policies, answer questions, and provide tours for guests. We'll also explore our future plans and roadmap, shaping the vision for our organization together. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage, learn, and help guide the future of Waukesha Makerspace!


    Agenda:

    • 6p - 6:45p | Community announcements & updates
    • 6:45p - 8p | Q&A, tours, and networking




    • Sun, November 16, 2025
    • 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • 2111 S West Ave Unit 58, Waukesha WI 53189
    Register

    Get ready for an afternoon of fun, friendly competition, and community! All members are welcome—and so are your guests. Whether you’re a seasoned strategist or just learning your first game, there’s something for everyone.

    The shop has dozens of board games to choose from, and you’re welcome to bring your personal favorites as well. We’ll be teaching games throughout the event (many are quick and easy to pick up—Dominion is a personal favorite!).

    Feel free to bring food for yourself or something to share, but no pressure—just bring yourself and an interest in having fun. We’ll have tables set up for smaller groups (most games accommodate 4–5 players), and if there’s interest near the end, we may fire up some Jackbox party games for a lighthearted group experience.

    Let us know you’re coming, and we’ll save you a seat at the table.

    • Tue, November 18, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    • 2111 S West Ave, Unit 58, Waukesha WI 53189
    Register

    Whether you're here to tinker, build, craft, or explore—New Member Orientation is your first step to becoming an active part of the Waukesha Makerspace community. This session is mandatory for all new members before using the shop or participating in community activities.

    During orientation, you’ll receive a full walkthrough of our space, learn how to safely and respectfully use our tools and equipment, understand our policies, and get your key fob tested and activated. We'll also cover how to reserve storage, find resources, and get involved with volunteer efforts, workshops, and events.

    ⚠️ Registration Code Required:
    To register for orientation, you must enter a registration code. This code can be found in the membership application confirmation email you received after applying for membership. If you cannot locate your code, please reach out to a board member or contact us through the website.

    What to Bring:

    • A government-issued photo ID

    • Your completed liability waiver (or plan to fill it out onsite)

    • Comfortable, closed-toe shoes (you may walk through active shop areas)

    • A positive attitude and any questions you may have!

    Orientation typically lasts 60–90 minutes and is led by one of our amazing volunteers. Please note that sessions may occasionally be canceled or rescheduled, so we appreciate your patience. Orientation is offered periodically throughout each month, so find a time that works for you and sign up early if you can.

    For more details, visit the Orientation page on our wiki:
    https://wiki.waukeshamakers.com/en/Events/Orientation

    This session will be hosted by: Brian Lizotte
    Feel free to reach out with any questions ahead of time!

    • Sat, November 22, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    • 2111 S West Ave, Unit 58, Waukesha WI 53189
    Register

    Whether you're here to tinker, build, craft, or explore—New Member Orientation is your first step to becoming an active part of the Waukesha Makerspace community. This session is mandatory for all new members before using the shop or participating in community activities.

    During orientation, you’ll receive a full walkthrough of our space, learn how to safely and respectfully use our tools and equipment, understand our policies, and get your key fob tested and activated. We'll also cover how to reserve storage, find resources, and get involved with volunteer efforts, workshops, and events.

    ⚠️ Registration Code Required:
    To register for orientation, you must enter a registration code. This code can be found in the membership application confirmation email you received after applying for membership. If you cannot locate your code, please reach out to a board member or contact us through the website.

    What to Bring:

    • A government-issued photo ID

    • Your completed liability waiver (or plan to fill it out onsite)

    • Comfortable, closed-toe shoes (you may walk through active shop areas)

    • A positive attitude and any questions you may have!

    Orientation typically lasts 60–90 minutes and is led by one of our amazing volunteers. Please note that sessions may occasionally be canceled or rescheduled, so we appreciate your patience. Orientation is offered periodically throughout each month, so find a time that works for you and sign up early if you can.

    For more details, visit the Orientation page on our wiki:
    https://wiki.waukeshamakers.com/en/Events/Orientation

    This session will be hosted by: Casey Kerr
    Feel free to reach out with any questions ahead of time!

    • Sat, November 22, 2025
    • 1:30 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Waukesha MakerSpace Boardroom
    Register

    Drop Spinning Beginner Class

    What is Drop Spinning?

    What are Fiber Arts?

    Have you ever made anything with yarn?

    Have you ever wondered about how yarn is made?

    Want to give it a try?

    Whether you have never picked up a spindle before or are currently able to lap spin or park and draft, I can make you more comfortable and confident in your future spinning adventures.  We will go over some basic spinning information and terminology; I promise, no pop quizzes.  But I love sharing my love of spinning and nerdy side with some fun science stuff. 

    Bring your spindle or borrow one of mine.  I will also have spindles available for purchase. 

    Approximately 2 oz of fiber will be provided per student.  If you have a drop spindle, feel free to bring it. However, you are still welcome to try one of mine.

    There are no prerequisites for this class.

    The instructor is Renee Love of Wavellite Creative.  (bio below)

    Maximum class size is 6 (due to size of location).

    Note: Full Class cost is $40, there are Discounts offered for Paid members of the Waukesha MakerSpace.

    Please use the link below to register through my business website.

    Shop Wavellite Creative

    Please, be sure to register, as space is limited. 

    Additional dates and times will be added as needed.

    BIO:

    Renee Love truly enjoys sharing her love of spinning with people. She has taught spinning both on wheels and drop spindles for years. She has helped teach new spinners while selling wheels and spindles for other vendors and fiber arts related stores for years. In 2017, Renee started designing and making some unique drop spindles, now she sells both in person and on her website. In 2021 Renee founded her own business, Wavellite Creative LLC. Renee can have a non-spinner walk up to her and in a short time have a new spinner excited to go on this great new fiber arts adventure! Renee has been complimented by many students for having a great way of conveying the needed information in more than one way, better ensuring a level of success and confidence in future spinning endeavors.

    • Tue, November 25, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • 2111 S West Ave Unit 58, Waukesha WI 53189
    Register

    Join us for a monthly series of hands-on hack nights where we build, tinker, and reimagine robotics kits from CrunchLabs (by Mark Rober). Each session, we’ll assemble one, or more, of the Hack Packs together as a group, and then hack the kit into something wild, wonderful, or downright weird.

    These kits are designed to be modified—so after we build, we brainstorm, collaborate, and customize them however we like. If a session fills up, we’ll split into groups and each tackle a kit. It’s collaborative, fun, and filled with experimentation.

    No experience necessary—just curiosity and a willingness to make cool stuff.

    When: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Tuesdays or Wednesdays, monthly)
    Where: Waukesha Makerspace, 2111 S West Ave Unit 58, Waukesha WI 53189
    Who: Makers of all ages (recommended 12+ with adult supervision)
    Cost: Free for members.

    For a schedule of the themes, please click here


    • Wed, December 03, 2025
    • 6:30 PM
    • Zoom
    Register

    Join us for a post-event retrospective discussion following our participation in the Milwaukee Maker Faire!

    This will be an open conversation where we’ll review:

    • What went well at the event

    • What challenges we encountered

    • How we can improve for next year

    Whether you volunteered at the booth, helped organize, or just want to share your thoughts, your feedback is invaluable in helping us make future events even better.

    Meeting Format:
    This meeting will take place via Zoom. A link will be shared with all registrants before the session begins.


    • Thu, December 04, 2025
    • 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    • 2111 S West Ave, Unit 58, Waukesha WI 53189
    Register

    Whether you're here to tinker, build, craft, or explore—New Member Orientation is your first step to becoming an active part of the Waukesha Makerspace community. This session is mandatory for all new members before using the shop or participating in community activities.

    During orientation, you’ll receive a full walkthrough of our space, learn how to safely and respectfully use our tools and equipment, understand our policies, and get your key fob tested and activated. We'll also cover how to reserve storage, find resources, and get involved with volunteer efforts, workshops, and events.

    ⚠️ Registration Code Required:
    To register for orientation, you must enter a registration code. This code can be found in the membership application confirmation email you received after applying for membership. If you cannot locate your code, please reach out to a board member or contact us through the website.

    What to Bring:

    • A government-issued photo ID

    • Your completed liability waiver (or plan to fill it out onsite)

    • Comfortable, closed-toe shoes (you may walk through active shop areas)

    • A positive attitude and any questions you may have!

    Orientation typically lasts 60–90 minutes and is led by one of our amazing volunteers. Please note that sessions may occasionally be canceled or rescheduled, so we appreciate your patience. Orientation is offered periodically throughout each month, so find a time that works for you and sign up early if you can.

    For more details, visit the Orientation page on our wiki:
    https://wiki.waukeshamakers.com/en/Events/Orientation

    This session will be hosted by: Casey Kerr
    Feel free to reach out with any questions ahead of time!

    • Tue, December 09, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    • 2111 S West Ave, Unit 58, Waukesha WI 53189
    Register

    Whether you're here to tinker, build, craft, or explore—New Member Orientation is your first step to becoming an active part of the Waukesha Makerspace community. This session is mandatory for all new members before using the shop or participating in community activities.

    During orientation, you’ll receive a full walkthrough of our space, learn how to safely and respectfully use our tools and equipment, understand our policies, and get your key fob tested and activated. We'll also cover how to reserve storage, find resources, and get involved with volunteer efforts, workshops, and events.

    ⚠️ Registration Code Required:
    To register for orientation, you must enter a registration code. This code can be found in the membership application confirmation email you received after applying for membership. If you cannot locate your code, please reach out to a board member or contact us through the website.

    What to Bring:

    • A government-issued photo ID

    • Your completed liability waiver (or plan to fill it out onsite)

    • Comfortable, closed-toe shoes (you may walk through active shop areas)

    • A positive attitude and any questions you may have!

    Orientation typically lasts 60–90 minutes and is led by one of our amazing volunteers. Please note that sessions may occasionally be canceled or rescheduled, so we appreciate your patience. Orientation is offered periodically throughout each month, so find a time that works for you and sign up early if you can.

    For more details, visit the Orientation page on our wiki:
    https://wiki.waukeshamakers.com/en/Events/Orientation

    This session will be hosted by: Tom Slater
    Feel free to reach out with any questions ahead of time!

    • Tue, December 16, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    • 2111 S West Ave, Unit 58, Waukesha WI 53189
    Register

    Whether you're here to tinker, build, craft, or explore—New Member Orientation is your first step to becoming an active part of the Waukesha Makerspace community. This session is mandatory for all new members before using the shop or participating in community activities.

    During orientation, you’ll receive a full walkthrough of our space, learn how to safely and respectfully use our tools and equipment, understand our policies, and get your key fob tested and activated. We'll also cover how to reserve storage, find resources, and get involved with volunteer efforts, workshops, and events.

    ⚠️ Registration Code Required:
    To register for orientation, you must enter a registration code. This code can be found in the membership application confirmation email you received after applying for membership. If you cannot locate your code, please reach out to a board member or contact us through the website.

    What to Bring:

    • A government-issued photo ID

    • Your completed liability waiver (or plan to fill it out onsite)

    • Comfortable, closed-toe shoes (you may walk through active shop areas)

    • A positive attitude and any questions you may have!

    Orientation typically lasts 60–90 minutes and is led by one of our amazing volunteers. Please note that sessions may occasionally be canceled or rescheduled, so we appreciate your patience. Orientation is offered periodically throughout each month, so find a time that works for you and sign up early if you can.

    For more details, visit the Orientation page on our wiki:
    https://wiki.waukeshamakers.com/en/Events/Orientation

    This session will be hosted by: Brian Lizotte
    Feel free to reach out with any questions ahead of time!

    • Sat, December 20, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    • 2111 S West Ave, Unit 58, Waukesha WI 53189
    Register

    Whether you're here to tinker, build, craft, or explore—New Member Orientation is your first step to becoming an active part of the Waukesha Makerspace community. This session is mandatory for all new members before using the shop or participating in community activities.

    During orientation, you’ll receive a full walkthrough of our space, learn how to safely and respectfully use our tools and equipment, understand our policies, and get your key fob tested and activated. We'll also cover how to reserve storage, find resources, and get involved with volunteer efforts, workshops, and events.

    ⚠️ Registration Code Required:
    To register for orientation, you must enter a registration code. This code can be found in the membership application confirmation email you received after applying for membership. If you cannot locate your code, please reach out to a board member or contact us through the website.

    What to Bring:

    • A government-issued photo ID

    • Your completed liability waiver (or plan to fill it out onsite)

    • Comfortable, closed-toe shoes (you may walk through active shop areas)

    • A positive attitude and any questions you may have!

    Orientation typically lasts 60–90 minutes and is led by one of our amazing volunteers. Please note that sessions may occasionally be canceled or rescheduled, so we appreciate your patience. Orientation is offered periodically throughout each month, so find a time that works for you and sign up early if you can.

    For more details, visit the Orientation page on our wiki:
    https://wiki.waukeshamakers.com/en/Events/Orientation

    This session will be hosted by: Casey Kerr
    Feel free to reach out with any questions ahead of time!

    • Wed, January 07, 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • 2111 S West Ave Unit 58, Waukesha WI 53189
    Register

    Join us for a monthly series of hands-on hack nights where we build, tinker, and reimagine robotics kits from CrunchLabs (by Mark Rober). Each session, we’ll assemble one, or more, of the Hack Packs together as a group, and then hack the kit into something wild, wonderful, or downright weird.

    These kits are designed to be modified—so after we build, we brainstorm, collaborate, and customize them however we like. If a session fills up, we’ll split into groups and each tackle a kit. It’s collaborative, fun, and filled with experimentation.

    No experience necessary—just curiosity and a willingness to make cool stuff.

    When: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Tuesdays or Wednesdays, monthly)
    Where: Waukesha Makerspace, 2111 S West Ave Unit 58, Waukesha WI 53189
    Who: Makers of all ages (recommended 12+ with adult supervision)
    Cost: Free for members.

    For a schedule of the themes, please click here


    • Tue, January 27, 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • 2111 S West Ave Unit 58, Waukesha WI 53189
    Register

    Join us for a monthly series of hands-on hack nights where we build, tinker, and reimagine robotics kits from CrunchLabs (by Mark Rober). Each session, we’ll assemble one, or more, of the Hack Packs together as a group, and then hack the kit into something wild, wonderful, or downright weird.

    These kits are designed to be modified—so after we build, we brainstorm, collaborate, and customize them however we like. If a session fills up, we’ll split into groups and each tackle a kit. It’s collaborative, fun, and filled with experimentation.

    No experience necessary—just curiosity and a willingness to make cool stuff.

    When: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Tuesdays or Wednesdays, monthly)
    Where: Waukesha Makerspace, 2111 S West Ave Unit 58, Waukesha WI 53189
    Who: Makers of all ages (recommended 12+ with adult supervision)
    Cost: Free for members.

    For a schedule of the themes, please click here


    • Wed, February 25, 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • 2111 S West Ave Unit 58, Waukesha WI 53189
    Register

    Join us for a monthly series of hands-on hack nights where we build, tinker, and reimagine robotics kits from CrunchLabs (by Mark Rober). Each session, we’ll assemble one, or more, of the Hack Packs together as a group, and then hack the kit into something wild, wonderful, or downright weird.

    These kits are designed to be modified—so after we build, we brainstorm, collaborate, and customize them however we like. If a session fills up, we’ll split into groups and each tackle a kit. It’s collaborative, fun, and filled with experimentation.

    No experience necessary—just curiosity and a willingness to make cool stuff.

    When: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Tuesdays or Wednesdays, monthly)
    Where: Waukesha Makerspace, 2111 S West Ave Unit 58, Waukesha WI 53189
    Who: Makers of all ages (recommended 12+ with adult supervision)
    Cost: Free for members.

    For a schedule of the themes, please click here


    • Tue, March 31, 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • 2111 S West Ave Unit 58, Waukesha WI 53189
    Register

    Join us for a monthly series of hands-on hack nights where we build, tinker, and reimagine robotics kits from CrunchLabs (by Mark Rober). Each session, we’ll assemble one, or more, of the Hack Packs together as a group, and then hack the kit into something wild, wonderful, or downright weird.

    These kits are designed to be modified—so after we build, we brainstorm, collaborate, and customize them however we like. If a session fills up, we’ll split into groups and each tackle a kit. It’s collaborative, fun, and filled with experimentation.

    No experience necessary—just curiosity and a willingness to make cool stuff.

    When: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Tuesdays or Wednesdays, monthly)
    Where: Waukesha Makerspace, 2111 S West Ave Unit 58, Waukesha WI 53189
    Who: Makers of all ages (recommended 12+ with adult supervision)
    Cost: Free for members.

    For a schedule of the themes, please click here


    • Wed, April 29, 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • 2111 S West Ave Unit 58, Waukesha WI 53189
    Register

    Join us for a monthly series of hands-on hack nights where we build, tinker, and reimagine robotics kits from CrunchLabs (by Mark Rober). Each session, we’ll assemble one, or more, of the Hack Packs together as a group, and then hack the kit into something wild, wonderful, or downright weird.

    These kits are designed to be modified—so after we build, we brainstorm, collaborate, and customize them however we like. If a session fills up, we’ll split into groups and each tackle a kit. It’s collaborative, fun, and filled with experimentation.

    No experience necessary—just curiosity and a willingness to make cool stuff.

    When: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Tuesdays or Wednesdays, monthly)
    Where: Waukesha Makerspace, 2111 S West Ave Unit 58, Waukesha WI 53189
    Who: Makers of all ages (recommended 12+ with adult supervision)
    Cost: Free for members.

    For a schedule of the themes, please click here


    • Tue, May 26, 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • 2111 S West Ave Unit 58, Waukesha WI 53189
    Register

    Join us for a monthly series of hands-on hack nights where we build, tinker, and reimagine robotics kits from CrunchLabs (by Mark Rober). Each session, we’ll assemble one, or more, of the Hack Packs together as a group, and then hack the kit into something wild, wonderful, or downright weird.

    These kits are designed to be modified—so after we build, we brainstorm, collaborate, and customize them however we like. If a session fills up, we’ll split into groups and each tackle a kit. It’s collaborative, fun, and filled with experimentation.

    No experience necessary—just curiosity and a willingness to make cool stuff.

    When: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Tuesdays or Wednesdays, monthly)
    Where: Waukesha Makerspace, 2111 S West Ave Unit 58, Waukesha WI 53189
    Who: Makers of all ages (recommended 12+ with adult supervision)
    Cost: Free for members.

    For a schedule of the themes, please click here


Past events

Thu, November 06, 2025 New Member Orientation w/Wally
Tue, November 04, 2025 Membership Planning Committee – Session #2
Tue, November 04, 2025 New Member Orientation w/Tom
Wed, October 22, 2025 Hack Pack Night Series at Waukesha Makerspace
Tue, October 21, 2025 Membership Planning Committee Meeting – Free Tier Brainstorm
Sat, October 18, 2025 New Member Orientation w/Casey
Wed, October 15, 2025 Open House & Community Night Planning – Committee Kickoff Meeting
Wed, October 15, 2025 New Member Orientation w/Brian
Tue, October 07, 2025 New Member Orientation w/Tom
Sun, October 05, 2025 Milwaukee Maker Faire Committee Meeting – Final Booth Planning
Tue, September 30, 2025 Shop Airline Installation Party
Wed, September 17, 2025 New Member Orientation w/Brian
Tue, September 09, 2025 New Member Orientation w/Tom
Thu, September 04, 2025 New Member Orientation w/Wally
Sat, August 16, 2025 New Member Orientation w/Casey
Tue, August 05, 2025 Milwaukee Maker Faire Committee Kickoff Meeting
Tue, August 05, 2025 New Member Orientation w/Tom
Tue, July 22, 2025 New Member Orientation w/Brian
Sat, July 19, 2025 Beginning Drop Spinning
Sat, June 28, 2025 Drop Spinning Beyond Basics: Deposit and class registration
Thu, June 26, 2025 Beginning Drop Spinning
Sat, June 21, 2025 New Member Orientation
Tue, June 17, 2025 New Member Orientation
Tue, June 10, 2025 New Member Orientation
Sun, June 08, 2025 Sunday Funday: 3D Printer Maintenance & Munchies!
Sat, May 24, 2025 New Member Orientation
Sat, May 17, 2025 2025 Spring Cleaning Event
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