Upcoming Events
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Edge-Lit Acrylic Signs: Spring Edition
Wednesday, April 1, 2026 - 5:00pm - 7:00pmAges: 12 - Adults, Adults
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We're making a twist on everyone's favorite edge-lit signs class! Choose from a selection of spring-themed cutout designs for your acrylic sign. These bright and colorful projects are a way to display a message or add flair to your room, desk, or workspace. In this program, you’ll laser engrave spring-themed artwork of your choice onto a piece of clear acrylic and light it up with a provided multi-color LED light stand.
Beginner Sewing Level 1: Sew a Japanese Knot Bag (Class 6)
Thursday, April 2, 2026 - 9:30am - 12:30pmAges: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Get acquainted with the sewing machine and basic tools of the trade. Sew a fully lined, curved project bag. Learn to sew and finish a bag with two handles that are incorporated into the design of the bag.
Class Prerequisites: Exploration Commons' Sewing Machine Certification
Required Materials: A sewing machine and all materials will be provided.
About Beginner Sewing Level 1: These classes introduce new or less experienced sewists to beginning sewing information and resources with hands-on practice.
Beginner Sewing Level 1 classes introduce and practice the following skills:
- basic sewing tools
- cutting, measuring, and marking fabric
- pressing with an iron
- basting and sewing
You can take Level 1 classes in any order, but beginners will benefit most by taking the first three classes, Class 1, 2, and 3, in sequence.
Intermediate Laser Cutting: Photoshop for Laser Engraving
Thursday, April 2, 2026 - 2:30pm - 4:30pmAges: 12 - Adults, Adults
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In this class we will focus on editing photos in Adobe Photoshop to get the best results with our Fusion Pro and Fusion Edge laser engravers.
Laser certification is required prior to attending this program.
Chocolate-Covered Candy Eggs
Thursday, April 2, 2026 - 5:00pm - 7:00pmAges: Adults
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Chocolate-dipped candy eggs are a holiday classic. Join us in this hands-on class and learn to make two sweet and tasty varieties: peanut butter and coconut cream.
Bake Together: Bake a Bunny Cake
Friday, April 3, 2026 - 10:00am - 12:00pmAges: 6 - Adults, Adults
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Hop into spring with an adorable bunny cake. Learn to take a basic cake and buttercream frosting and turn them into a decorated treat you can take home. Registration is for one child plus one adult and up to two others, with a max group size of 4. Children must be ages 6 and up.
Learn to Solder
Monday, April 6, 2026 - 10:00am - 11:30amAges: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Soldering is fun and fundamental to a wide assortment of maker electronic projects and modern technology. From simple light-up LEDs to complex robots, solder is the glue that holds the technological world together. Join us for a hands-on project where you will assemble and solder your very own simple circuit.
Cooking for Wellness: Greek Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner
Monday, April 6, 2026 - 1:30pm - 3:30pmAges: 15 - Adults, Adults
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Enjoy an easy, one-pan dinner featuring spring vegetables and Mediterranean flavors. This recipe will be accompanied by a presentation on the Mediterranean diet by a registered dietitian. This class is provided through our partnership with Carroll Hospital.
Lemon Chicken with Angel Hair Pasta
Monday, April 6, 2026 - 5:00pm - 7:00pmAges: Adults
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Join us for a hands-on cooking class! We will learn how to make this classic dish of lightly egg-battered chicken breasts with a savory butter, lemon, and white wine sauce. It's sure to impress!
Intro to Basic Sewing Skills (Skill Level 0)
Tuesday, April 7, 2026 - 10:00am - 12:30pmAges: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Learn the basics to feel comfortable using a sewing machine. This introductory-level class includes the EC sewing machine certification necessary for many other classes and/or independent sewing machine use in the makerspace.
If you've never touched a sewing machine or a sewing needle, or if it's been years since you've sewed, and you need a refresher on the basics, then this class is for you.
Prerequisite: None
Materials: A sewing machine and all necessary materials will be provided.
Teens Bake: Apple Cider Donuts
Tuesday, April 7, 2026 - 2:00pm - 3:30pmAges: 12 - 18
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Join us on a day off from school for a hands-on kitchen class! We’ll make Baked Apple Cider Donuts and learn basic baking skills.
Intro to Laser Cutting
Tuesday, April 7, 2026 - 5:00pm - 7:30pmAges: 12 - Adults, Adults
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This beginner-level laser cutter class will walk you through design basics, machine use, and safety procedures. At the instructor's discretion, customers who successfully complete this program will be certified to use the Exploration Commons' Fusion Pro and Fusion Edge laser cutters.
Customers aged 12 to 15 who complete their certification are required to have a certified adult with them to use the laser independently.
Engraving Handwriting: Laser Engraved Recipe Cards
Wednesday, April 8, 2026 - 1:30pm - 3:30pmAges: 16 - Adults, Adults
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Create a kitchen keepsake by turning a handwritten recipe into an engraved wooden recipe card! We'll learn some of the basics of Adobe Illustrator and utilize scanning to bring our handwritten recipes into a digital, engravable format. Participants should bring two handwritten recipes on index cards (maximum of one double-sided card per recipe) and will make two engraved recipe cards during this class. Exploration Commons Laser Certification is encouraged but not required prior to attending this class. This class does not result in independent laser cutter use certification.
Creating Jewelry with Makerspace Technology
Wednesday, April 8, 2026 - 5:30pm - 7:00pmAges: 14 - Adults, Adults
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Learn about the types of jewelry you can make with our makerspace technology. We will review the available equipment, selecting appropriate materials, and setting up design files for success. Using Adobe Illustrator and the Epilog Fusion Pro Laser, participants will make either a pair of earrings or a necklace to take home. This is an introductory-level program; no previous experience with design software or laser cutting (or certification) is required.
Healthy & Fast Weeknight Dinner
Friday, April 10, 2026 - 11:00am - 12:30pmAges: 15 - Adults, Adults
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Discover an easy, high-protein meal, Fish en Papillote, that uses a simple cooking technique that keeps fish tender and flavorful. In this hands-on class, you'll create a light dinner that feels restaurant-worthy but fits into any busy weeknight.
Engraved Leatherette Trays
Saturday, April 11, 2026 - 1:30pm - 4:00pmAges: 16 - Adults, Adults
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In this program, attendees will design custom artwork to be engraved on leatherette trays for board games, to hold trinkets, and much more.
Adobe Illustrator Skill Builder: Tools & Shortcuts
Monday, April 13, 2026 - 1:30pm - 3:30pmAges: 14 - Adults, Adults
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Boost your speed and confidence in Adobe Illustrator with this hands-on class focused on essential tools and time-saving shortcuts. Gain a solid understanding of Illustrator features and keyboard shortcuts to help you create vector designs more efficiently. This class is ideal for those looking to streamline the design process for makerspace projects. Attendees should have a basic understanding of Illustrator and some experience creating independent projects.
Cook Together: Easy Lasagna Roll Ups
Monday, April 13, 2026 - 5:30pm - 7:00pmAges: 6 - 17
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In this family-friendly class, we will make delicious lasagna roll-ups and will enjoy our meal together in the kitchen. This class is designed for groups of up to four participants and must include:
At least one child aged 6–17
At least one adult
The remaining two spots in the group may be filled by additional participants aged 6 or older or left unfilled.
Making for Seniors: Introduction to Podcasting
Tuesday, April 14, 2026 - 10:00am - 12:00pmAges: Adults
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Learning new technology should be fun, not intimidating! Join us for a walk-through of our podcasting equipment and software to get you started using our Audio/Video Lab!
Intro to Carvera CNC
Tuesday, April 14, 2026 - 1:00pm - 4:00pmAges: 12 - Adults, Adults
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This two-day CNC certification class will introduce you to the design basics, machine use, and safety procedures for our new Makera Carvera desktop CNC machine. This class will cover project design utilizing Makera's congruent software, MakeraCAM, along with other compatible software available at Exploration Commons. The first session may end earlier than the given time.
Successful completion of the Prerequisite Module for the In-Person Carvera CNC Class is required prior to attending this class.
At the instructor's discretion, customers who successfully complete this program will be certified to use Exploration Commons' Carvera CNC machine. Customers aged 12 to 15 who complete their certification are required to have a certified adult with them to use the laser independently.
Intro to Carvera CNC
Wednesday, April 15, 2026 - 1:00pm - 4:00pmAges: 12 - Adults, Adults
Class registration and more information
This two-day CNC certification class will introduce you to the design basics, machine use, and safety procedures for our new Makera Carvera desktop CNC machine. This class will cover project design utilizing Makera's congruent software, MakeraCAM, along with other compatible software available at Exploration Commons. The first session may end earlier than the given time.
Successful completion of the Prerequisite Module for the In-Person Carvera CNC Class is required prior to attending this class.
At the instructor's discretion, customers who successfully complete this program will be certified to use Exploration Commons' Carvera CNC machine. Customers aged 12 to 15 who complete their certification are required to have a certified adult with them to use the laser independently.
