First Friday At Make: Shop Talk

Next Occurrence: June 5, 2026
Community EventTeen Friendly
A low-pressure way to connect, collaborate, and feel part of Santa Fe’s maker community.

Ease into the weekend with an evening of good conversation, creative energy, and community. Shop Talk is Make’s casual monthly social. A space to unwind, share ideas, and connect with fellow makers, artists, and curious newcomers.

Grab a drink, meet new people, and see what others are working on. No projects or preparation needed, just bring your curiosity and enjoy the vibe.

Friday’s at Make:

Every Friday night, Make Santa Fe opens its doors for community, creativity, and connection.

Each week brings a different flavor, from casual hangouts and hands-on demos to artist stories and fire-lit experiences. No matter your skill level, Fridays at Make are the perfect way to explore, meet people, and get inspired by what’s possible.

  • Fourth Friday at Make: Tool and Knife Sharpening

    We’ll break out our various sharpening machines and jigs and sharpen our bladed tools, including lathe tools, chisels, blades, and knives.

  • Third Friday at Make: Open Forge & Fire Arts Night

    Blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku! Join us for Fire Arts Night, a blazing celebration of molten creativity! This immersive evening showcases the dramatic beauty of fire-based making with live demonstrations in blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku ceramics. Watch as glowing steel is shaped on the…

  • First Friday At Make: Shop Talk

    A low-pressure way to connect, collaborate, and feel part of Santa Fe’s maker community.

  • Second Friday at Make: Board Games

    Join us for an evening of strategy, laughter, collaboration, and a little friendly competition at Board Game Night at Make Santa Fe. Whether you’re a seasoned tabletop tactician or someone who hasn’t touched a board game since Monopoly, this night…

January

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Thursday January 2, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
At Make Santa Fe, this class focuses on building confidence with the CNC process through hands-on learning. You’ll explore how digital design, material selection, and toolpaths work together to shape wood and other materials. Combine problem solving and design thinking to bring your ideas to life.
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
This event has passed.
Thursday January 2, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, bending, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own ornamental steel table.
Your Instructor
William Beall
William Beall
Instructor
This event has passed.
Saturday January 4, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
This event has passed.
Wednesday January 8, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cut just about anything with the Wazer water jet. Metal, glass, ceramic, rubber and much more. Waterjets use very high pressure water combined with an abrasive material to cut through many materials other CNC machines cant. Water jets can also cut very high detail compared to a plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Olivia DeArmond
This event has passed.
Saturday January 11, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Jens Butler
Jens Butler
Blacksmithing Instructor
This event has passed.
Saturday January 11, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn how to personalize just about anything by etching and cutting material using our 80-watt Red Sail laser cutter AND our 150-watt Boss LS-3655 laser cutter. Wood, ceramic, acrylic, paper, glass, you name it!
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Sunday January 12, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
If you can imagine a shape, you can probably create it with the push of a button using 3D printing. Intricate patterns, useful gadgets, tools, jigs, and molds are common in 3D printing, only your imagination is the limit with 3D printing!
Your Instructor
Kevin Jones
Kevin Jones
3D Printing Teacher
This event has passed.
Sunday January 12, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on learning the centuries-old craft of woodturning. Initially, a craft born out of necessity, using a lathe has gained tremendous popularity as a hobby over the last 50 years. Develop an understanding of how to safely operate a lathe while building wood grain knowledge in this beginner-friendly workshop. This is a satisfying craft and one where you can create things you’ll actually use!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
This event has passed.
Sunday January 12, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Dive into the world of industrial sewing! In this hands-on course, you'll create a simple, durable heavy canvas and leather ditty bag while gaining an overview of Industrial Sewing.  You’ll learn on various industrial sewing machines: we have a Juki, Singer walking foot, and SailRite. 
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
This event has passed.
Sunday January 12, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this class, students will learn to light a small furnace properly, melt bronze or aluminum in a crucible, pack a two-part sand mold, and pour molten metal into the mold to create a three-dimensional object.
Your Instructor
Cia Thorne
Cia Thorne
Artist
This event has passed.
Thursday January 16, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
This event has passed.
Thursday January 16, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Kick off your exploration of microcontrollers, small electrical circuits, and programming using MicroBlocks (a visual coding platform perfect for the Arduino or ESP32). This class is perfect for anyone wanting to create IOT devices, robots, remote control cars, or anything else that uses small electrical components!
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Saturday January 18, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This is a two-day class, 4.5 hours each day from 10:00-2:30pm. Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, bending, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own ornamental steel table.
Your Instructor
William Beall
William Beall
Instructor
This event has passed.
Sunday January 19, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Create a simple tote bag while learning how to use a standard sewing machine & standard serger machine. You’ll learn when & how to use a serger to join fabrics, practice straight hemming, intro to patterns and more to make a functional bag while learning the basics of sewing.
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
This event has passed.
Saturday January 25, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cutting metal by hand can be exhausting, so why not learn how to make a robot do it for you? Take your metal work to the next level as you learn to process basic vector or CAD drawings into precision-cut steel designs with our CNC plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Alex Kensil (AK)
Instructor
This event has passed.
Saturday January 25, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
This event has passed.
Sunday January 26, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This hands-on class introduces students to the fundamentals of machining using a milling machine. Learn how to safely and accurately operate a milling machine to shape metal, create precise parts, and enhance your metalworking skills.
Your Instructor
Charles Henry

February

This event has passed.
Saturday February 1, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you dreaming of red-hot steel? Ready to consider how a power hammer can expand your capabilities and profit margin? Dive in and discover how to execute the techniques you’ve learned safely and effectively with our Say Mak 50kg hammer. You’ll go home with a functional fire poker!
Your Instructor
Steve Dulfer
Steve Dulfer
Blacksmithing Instructor
This event has passed.
Saturday February 1, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
This event has passed.
Wednesday February 5, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, bending, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own ornamental steel table.
Your Instructor
William Beall
William Beall
Instructor
This event has passed.
Thursday February 6, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
At Make Santa Fe, this class focuses on building confidence with the CNC process through hands-on learning. You’ll explore how digital design, material selection, and toolpaths work together to shape wood and other materials. Combine problem solving and design thinking to bring your ideas to life.
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
This event has passed.
Saturday February 8, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Jens Butler
Jens Butler
Blacksmithing Instructor
This event has passed.
Saturday February 8, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn how to personalize just about anything by etching and cutting material using our 80-watt Red Sail laser cutter AND our 150-watt Boss LS-3655 laser cutter. Wood, ceramic, acrylic, paper, glass, you name it!
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Sunday February 9, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
If you can imagine a shape, you can probably create it with the push of a button using 3D printing. Intricate patterns, useful gadgets, tools, jigs, and molds are common in 3D printing, only your imagination is the limit with 3D printing!
Your Instructor
Kevin Jones
Kevin Jones
3D Printing Teacher
This event has passed.
Sunday February 9, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on learning the centuries-old craft of woodturning. Initially, a craft born out of necessity, using a lathe has gained tremendous popularity as a hobby over the last 50 years. Develop an understanding of how to safely operate a lathe while building wood grain knowledge in this beginner-friendly workshop. This is a satisfying craft and one where you can create things you’ll actually use!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
This event has passed.
Sunday February 9, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Dive into the world of industrial sewing! In this hands-on course, you'll create a simple, durable heavy canvas and leather ditty bag while gaining an overview of Industrial Sewing.  You’ll learn on various industrial sewing machines: we have a Juki, Singer walking foot, and SailRite. 
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
This event has passed.
Wednesday February 12, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cut just about anything with the Wazer water jet. Metal, glass, ceramic, rubber and much more. Waterjets use very high pressure water combined with an abrasive material to cut through many materials other CNC machines cant. Water jets can also cut very high detail compared to a plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Olivia DeArmond
This event has passed.
Saturday February 15, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This is a two-day class, 4.5 hours each day from 10:00-2:30pm. Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, bending, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own ornamental steel table.
Your Instructor
William Beall
William Beall
Instructor
This event has passed.
Sunday February 16, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Create a simple tote bag while learning how to use a standard sewing machine & standard serger machine. You’ll learn when & how to use a serger to join fabrics, practice straight hemming, intro to patterns and more to make a functional bag while learning the basics of sewing.
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
This event has passed.
Thursday February 20, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Discover the art and technique of metal joining in this hands-on class designed for makers, artists, and metalworkers of all skill levels. Brazing is a versatile, torch-based process that lets you fuse metal together cleanly, precisely, and with strength—without melting the base material.
Your Instructor
William Beall
William Beall
Instructor
This event has passed.
Thursday February 20, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
This event has passed.
Saturday February 22, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Kick off your exploration of microcontrollers, small electrical circuits, and programming using MicroBlocks (a visual coding platform perfect for the Arduino or ESP32). This class is perfect for anyone wanting to create IOT devices, robots, remote control cars, or anything else that uses small electrical components!
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Saturday February 22, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cutting metal by hand can be exhausting, so why not learn how to make a robot do it for you? Take your metal work to the next level as you learn to process basic vector or CAD drawings into precision-cut steel designs with our CNC plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Alex Kensil (AK)
Instructor
This event has passed.
Saturday February 22, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
This event has passed.
Sunday February 23, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Whether you're new to metalworking or looking to expand your skillset, this hands-on class will introduce you to key concepts like machine setup, safety protocols, and basic turning techniques.
Your Instructor
Charles Henry
This event has passed.
Friday February 28, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor

March

This event has passed.
Sunday March 2, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Are you a sewing enthusiast or a complete beginner eager to learn? Come and join our welcoming sewing community at Make Santa Fe. In this free meetup, we share our love for sewing & fiber arts like knitting, exchange ideas, and work on our projects together.
This event has passed.
Wednesday March 5, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, bending, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own ornamental steel table.
Your Instructor
William Beall
William Beall
Instructor
This event has passed.
Thursday March 6, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
At Make Santa Fe, this class focuses on building confidence with the CNC process through hands-on learning. You’ll explore how digital design, material selection, and toolpaths work together to shape wood and other materials. Combine problem solving and design thinking to bring your ideas to life.
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
This event has passed.
Thursday March 6, 2025 · 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Saturday March 8, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Jens Butler
Jens Butler
Blacksmithing Instructor
This event has passed.
Sunday March 9, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
If you can imagine a shape, you can probably create it with the push of a button using 3D printing. Intricate patterns, useful gadgets, tools, jigs, and molds are common in 3D printing, only your imagination is the limit with 3D printing!
Your Instructor
Kevin Jones
Kevin Jones
3D Printing Teacher
This event has passed.
Sunday March 9, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on learning the centuries-old craft of woodturning. Initially, a craft born out of necessity, using a lathe has gained tremendous popularity as a hobby over the last 50 years. Develop an understanding of how to safely operate a lathe while building wood grain knowledge in this beginner-friendly workshop. This is a satisfying craft and one where you can create things you’ll actually use!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
This event has passed.
Sunday March 9, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this class, students will learn to light a small furnace properly, melt bronze or aluminum in a crucible, pack a two-part sand mold, and pour molten metal into the mold to create a three-dimensional object.
Your Instructor
Cia Thorne
Cia Thorne
Artist
This event has passed.
Sunday March 9, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Dive into the world of industrial sewing! In this hands-on course, you'll create a simple, durable heavy canvas and leather ditty bag while gaining an overview of Industrial Sewing.  You’ll learn on various industrial sewing machines: we have a Juki, Singer walking foot, and SailRite. 
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
This event has passed.
Wednesday March 12, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cut just about anything with the Wazer water jet. Metal, glass, ceramic, rubber and much more. Waterjets use very high pressure water combined with an abrasive material to cut through many materials other CNC machines cant. Water jets can also cut very high detail compared to a plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Olivia DeArmond
This event has passed.
Thursday March 13, 2025 · 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Saturday March 15, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
This is a two-day class, 4.5 hours each day from 10:00-2:30pm. Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, bending, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own ornamental steel table.
Your Instructor
William Beall
William Beall
Instructor
This event has passed.
Sunday March 16, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Create a simple tote bag while learning how to use a standard sewing machine & standard serger machine. You’ll learn when & how to use a serger to join fabrics, practice straight hemming, intro to patterns and more to make a functional bag while learning the basics of sewing.
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
This event has passed.
Thursday March 20, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
This event has passed.
Thursday March 20, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Kick off your exploration of microcontrollers, small electrical circuits, and programming using MicroBlocks (a visual coding platform perfect for the Arduino or ESP32). This class is perfect for anyone wanting to create IOT devices, robots, remote control cars, or anything else that uses small electrical components!
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Friday March 21, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Saturday March 22, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
This event has passed.
Sunday March 23, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Experience an introduction to the art of Silversmithing with this Nonferrous Metalsmithing workshop, where you’ll craft a stunning 6″ copper bowl using traditional sinking techniques!
Your Instructor
James Ryan
James Ryan
Instructor, Metalsmith, Artist
This event has passed.
Sunday March 23, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This hands-on class introduces students to the fundamentals of machining using a milling machine. Learn how to safely and accurately operate a milling machine to shape metal, create precise parts, and enhance your metalworking skills.
Your Instructor
Charles Henry
This event has passed.
Thursday March 27, 2025 · 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Friday March 28, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven

April

This event has passed.
Thursday April 3, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
At Make Santa Fe, this class focuses on building confidence with the CNC process through hands-on learning. You’ll explore how digital design, material selection, and toolpaths work together to shape wood and other materials. Combine problem solving and design thinking to bring your ideas to life.
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
This event has passed.
Thursday April 3, 2025 · 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Friday April 4, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Saturday April 5, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
This event has passed.
Saturday April 5, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you dreaming of red-hot steel? Ready to consider how a power hammer can expand your capabilities and profit margin? Dive in and discover how to execute the techniques you’ve learned safely and effectively with our Say Mak 50kg hammer. You’ll go home with a functional fire poker!
Your Instructor
Steve Dulfer
Steve Dulfer
Blacksmithing Instructor
This event has passed.
Saturday April 5, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Create a simple tote bag while learning how to use a standard sewing machine & standard serger machine. You’ll learn when & how to use a serger to join fabrics, practice straight hemming, intro to patterns and more to make a functional bag while learning the basics of sewing.
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
This event has passed.
Sunday April 6, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Get hands-on with soldering in this focused 2-hour Electronics 201 workshop. You’ll practice clean soldering technique, assemble a simple circuit, and leave with stronger skills and a completed project.
Your Instructor
Alexander Leder
This event has passed.
Sunday April 6, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Are you a sewing enthusiast or a complete beginner eager to learn? Come and join our welcoming sewing community at Make Santa Fe. In this free meetup, we share our love for sewing & fiber arts like knitting, exchange ideas, and work on our projects together.
This event has passed.
Wednesday April 9, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cut just about anything with the Wazer water jet. Metal, glass, ceramic, rubber and much more. Waterjets use very high pressure water combined with an abrasive material to cut through many materials other CNC machines cant. Water jets can also cut very high detail compared to a plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Olivia DeArmond
This event has passed.
Thursday April 10, 2025 · 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Friday April 11, 2025 · 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
We'll break out our various sharpening machines and jigs and sharpen our bladed tools, including lathe tools, chisels, blades, and knives.
Your Instructor
Julia Felix
Julia Felix
Violin Maker/MAKE Volunteer
This event has passed.
Friday April 11, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Saturday April 12, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn how to personalize just about anything by etching and cutting material using our 80-watt Red Sail laser cutter AND our 150-watt Boss LS-3655 laser cutter. Wood, ceramic, acrylic, paper, glass, you name it!
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Saturday April 12, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Jens Butler
Jens Butler
Blacksmithing Instructor
This event has passed.
Sunday April 13, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
If you can imagine a shape, you can probably create it with the push of a button using 3D printing. Intricate patterns, useful gadgets, tools, jigs, and molds are common in 3D printing, only your imagination is the limit with 3D printing!
Your Instructor
Kevin Jones
Kevin Jones
3D Printing Teacher
This event has passed.
Sunday April 13, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on learning the centuries-old craft of woodturning. Initially, a craft born out of necessity, using a lathe has gained tremendous popularity as a hobby over the last 50 years. Develop an understanding of how to safely operate a lathe while building wood grain knowledge in this beginner-friendly workshop. This is a satisfying craft and one where you can create things you’ll actually use!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
This event has passed.
Sunday April 13, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this class, students will learn to light a small furnace properly, melt bronze or aluminum in a crucible, pack a two-part sand mold, and pour molten metal into the mold to create a three-dimensional object.
Your Instructor
Cia Thorne
Cia Thorne
Artist
This event has passed.
Sunday April 13, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Dive into the world of industrial sewing! In this hands-on course, you'll create a simple, durable heavy canvas and leather ditty bag while gaining an overview of Industrial Sewing.  You’ll learn on various industrial sewing machines: we have a Juki, Singer walking foot, and SailRite. 
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
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Thursday April 17, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Discover the art and technique of metal joining in this hands-on class designed for makers, artists, and metalworkers of all skill levels. Brazing is a versatile, torch-based process that lets you fuse metal together cleanly, precisely, and with strength—without melting the base material.
Your Instructor
William Beall
William Beall
Instructor
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Thursday April 17, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
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Thursday April 17, 2025 · 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Friday April 18, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This is a special occurrence of this class for the Enchanted Woodturners Guild in Santa Fe. Only members of this guild should attend this class.
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
This event has passed.
Friday April 18, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
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Saturday April 19, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, bending, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own ornamental steel table.
Your Instructor
William Beall
William Beall
Instructor
This event has passed.
Saturday April 19, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Take your woodturning skills to the next level in this Intermediate Wood Lathe workshop, where you'll create beautifully turned platters and trays.
Your Instructor
Don Wilson
Don Wilson
Wood Turning Instructor
This event has passed.
Sunday April 20, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
The wooden bowl is a reflection of both utility and beauty—an inspiring craft form to experience. This 5 hour class introduces to the grains of wood as you learn the safe operation and techniques needed to turn wooden bowls on an electric lathe.
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
This event has passed.
Sunday April 20, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Create a simple tote bag while learning how to use a standard sewing machine & standard serger machine. You’ll learn when & how to use a serger to join fabrics, practice straight hemming, intro to patterns and more to make a functional bag while learning the basics of sewing.
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
This event has passed.
Thursday April 24, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This badge class is your gateway to three essential machines in our leather studio: the Tippmann Boss Handstitcher, the leather splitter, and the leather embosser. Whether you’re crafting bags, belts, or custom gear, these tools are foundational to working with leather at Make.
Your Instructor
Leon Harms
Leon Harms
This event has passed.
Thursday April 24, 2025 · 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Friday April 25, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Saturday April 26, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Kick off your exploration of microcontrollers, small electrical circuits, and programming using MicroBlocks (a visual coding platform perfect for the Arduino or ESP32). This class is perfect for anyone wanting to create IOT devices, robots, remote control cars, or anything else that uses small electrical components!
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Saturday April 26, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
This event has passed.
Sunday April 27, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Experience an introduction to the art of Silversmithing with this Nonferrous Metalsmithing workshop, where you’ll craft a stunning 6″ copper bowl using traditional sinking techniques!
Your Instructor
James Ryan
James Ryan
Instructor, Metalsmith, Artist

May

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Thursday May 1, 2025 · 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Friday May 2, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Saturday May 3, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Create a simple tote bag while learning how to use a standard sewing machine & standard serger machine. You’ll learn when & how to use a serger to join fabrics, practice straight hemming, intro to patterns and more to make a functional bag while learning the basics of sewing.
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
This event has passed.
Saturday May 3, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
This event has passed.
Sunday May 4, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Are you a sewing enthusiast or a complete beginner eager to learn? Come and join our welcoming sewing community at Make Santa Fe. In this free meetup, we share our love for sewing & fiber arts like knitting, exchange ideas, and work on our projects together.
This event has passed.
Wednesday May 7, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This 4-hour class is a great way to explore MIG welding! You'll receive the basic introduction to metal insert gas (MIG) welding, plasma cutting, and basic fabrication processes to create a small desk organizer that you can take home.
Your Instructor
William Beall
William Beall
Instructor
This event has passed.
Thursday May 8, 2025 · 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Friday May 9, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Friday May 9, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
We'll break out our various sharpening machines and jigs and sharpen our bladed tools, including lathe tools, chisels, blades, and knives.
Your Instructor
Julia Felix
Julia Felix
Violin Maker/MAKE Volunteer
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Saturday May 10, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Jens Butler
Jens Butler
Blacksmithing Instructor
This event has passed.
Sunday May 11, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
If you can imagine a shape, you can probably create it with the push of a button using 3D printing. Intricate patterns, useful gadgets, tools, jigs, and molds are common in 3D printing, only your imagination is the limit with 3D printing!
Your Instructor
Kevin Jones
Kevin Jones
3D Printing Teacher
This event has passed.
Sunday May 11, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on learning the centuries-old craft of woodturning. Initially, a craft born out of necessity, using a lathe has gained tremendous popularity as a hobby over the last 50 years. Develop an understanding of how to safely operate a lathe while building wood grain knowledge in this beginner-friendly workshop. This is a satisfying craft and one where you can create things you’ll actually use!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
This event has passed.
Sunday May 11, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this class, students will learn to light a small furnace properly, melt bronze or aluminum in a crucible, pack a two-part sand mold, and pour molten metal into the mold to create a three-dimensional object.
Your Instructor
Cia Thorne
Cia Thorne
Artist
This event has passed.
Sunday May 11, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Dive into the world of industrial sewing! In this hands-on course, you'll create a simple, durable heavy canvas and leather ditty bag while gaining an overview of Industrial Sewing.  You’ll learn on various industrial sewing machines: we have a Juki, Singer walking foot, and SailRite. 
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
This event has passed.
Wednesday May 14, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cut just about anything with the Wazer water jet. Metal, glass, ceramic, rubber and much more. Waterjets use very high pressure water combined with an abrasive material to cut through many materials other CNC machines cant. Water jets can also cut very high detail compared to a plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Olivia DeArmond
This event has passed.
Thursday May 15, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
This event has passed.
Thursday May 15, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Kick off your exploration of microcontrollers, small electrical circuits, and programming using MicroBlocks (a visual coding platform perfect for the Arduino or ESP32). This class is perfect for anyone wanting to create IOT devices, robots, remote control cars, or anything else that uses small electrical components!
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Friday May 16, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn how to personalize just about anything by etching and cutting material using our 80-watt Red Sail laser cutter AND our 150-watt Boss LS-3655 laser cutter. Wood, ceramic, acrylic, paper, glass, you name it!
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Friday May 16, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Saturday May 17, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this Intermediate Wood Lathe workshop, you’ll refine your spindle turning and hollowing techniques while creating an elegant, functional, or decorative goblet.
Your Instructor
Alan Becker
Alan Becker
Member, Instructor
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Saturday May 17, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This 4-hour class is a great way to explore MIG welding! You'll receive the basic introduction to metal insert gas (MIG) welding, plasma cutting, and basic fabrication processes to create a small desk organizer that you can take home.
Your Instructor
William Beall
William Beall
Instructor
This event has passed.
Sunday May 18, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
The wooden bowl is a reflection of both utility and beauty—an inspiring craft form to experience. This 5 hour class introduces to the grains of wood as you learn the safe operation and techniques needed to turn wooden bowls on an electric lathe.
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
This event has passed.
Sunday May 18, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Create a simple tote bag while learning how to use a standard sewing machine & standard serger machine. You’ll learn when & how to use a serger to join fabrics, practice straight hemming, intro to patterns and more to make a functional bag while learning the basics of sewing.
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
This event has passed.
Thursday May 22, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This badge class is your gateway to three essential machines in our leather studio: the Tippmann Boss Handstitcher, the leather splitter, and the leather embosser. Whether you’re crafting bags, belts, or custom gear, these tools are foundational to working with leather at Make.
Your Instructor
Leon Harms
Leon Harms
This event has passed.
Thursday May 22, 2025 · 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Friday May 23, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Saturday May 24, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cutting metal by hand can be exhausting, so why not learn how to make a robot do it for you? Take your metal work to the next level as you learn to process basic vector or CAD drawings into precision-cut steel designs with our CNC plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Alex Kensil (AK)
Instructor
This event has passed.
Saturday May 24, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
This event has passed.
Sunday May 25, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This hands-on class introduces students to the fundamentals of machining using a milling machine. Learn how to safely and accurately operate a milling machine to shape metal, create precise parts, and enhance your metalworking skills.
Your Instructor
Charles Henry
This event has passed.
Sunday May 25, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Experience an introduction to the art of Silversmithing with this Nonferrous Metalsmithing workshop, where you’ll craft a stunning 6″ copper bowl using traditional sinking techniques!
Your Instructor
James Ryan
James Ryan
Instructor, Metalsmith, Artist
This event has passed.
Wednesday May 28, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cut just about anything with the Wazer water jet. Metal, glass, ceramic, rubber and much more. Waterjets use very high pressure water combined with an abrasive material to cut through many materials other CNC machines cant. Water jets can also cut very high detail compared to a plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Olivia DeArmond
This event has passed.
Friday May 30, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven

June

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Sunday June 1, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Are you a sewing enthusiast or a complete beginner eager to learn? Come and join our welcoming sewing community at Make Santa Fe. In this free meetup, we share our love for sewing & fiber arts like knitting, exchange ideas, and work on our projects together.
This event has passed.
Wednesday June 4, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This 4-hour class is a great way to explore MIG welding! You'll receive the basic introduction to metal insert gas (MIG) welding, plasma cutting, and basic fabrication processes to create a small desk organizer that you can take home.
Your Instructor
William Beall
William Beall
Instructor
This event has passed.
Thursday June 5, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
At Make Santa Fe, this class focuses on building confidence with the CNC process through hands-on learning. You’ll explore how digital design, material selection, and toolpaths work together to shape wood and other materials. Combine problem solving and design thinking to bring your ideas to life.
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
This event has passed.
Friday June 6, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Saturday June 7, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you dreaming of red-hot steel? Ready to consider how a power hammer can expand your capabilities and profit margin? Dive in and discover how to execute the techniques you’ve learned safely and effectively with our Say Mak 50kg hammer. You’ll go home with a functional fire poker!
Your Instructor
Steve Dulfer
Steve Dulfer
Blacksmithing Instructor
This event has passed.
Saturday June 7, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Create a simple tote bag while learning how to use a standard sewing machine & standard serger machine. You’ll learn when & how to use a serger to join fabrics, practice straight hemming, intro to patterns and more to make a functional bag while learning the basics of sewing.
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
This event has passed.
Saturday June 7, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
This event has passed.
Sunday June 8, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
If you can imagine a shape, you can probably create it with the push of a button using 3D printing. Intricate patterns, useful gadgets, tools, jigs, and molds are common in 3D printing, only your imagination is the limit with 3D printing!
Your Instructor
Kevin Jones
Kevin Jones
3D Printing Teacher
This event has passed.
Sunday June 8, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this class, students will learn to light a small furnace properly, melt bronze or aluminum in a crucible, pack a two-part sand mold, and pour molten metal into the mold to create a three-dimensional object.
Your Instructor
Cia Thorne
Cia Thorne
Artist
This event has passed.
Sunday June 8, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Dive into the world of industrial sewing! In this hands-on course, you'll create a simple, durable heavy canvas and leather ditty bag while gaining an overview of Industrial Sewing.  You’ll learn on various industrial sewing machines: we have a Juki, Singer walking foot, and SailRite. 
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
This event has passed.
Wednesday June 11, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cut just about anything with the Wazer water jet. Metal, glass, ceramic, rubber and much more. Waterjets use very high pressure water combined with an abrasive material to cut through many materials other CNC machines cant. Water jets can also cut very high detail compared to a plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Olivia DeArmond
This event has passed.
Thursday June 12, 2025 · 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Friday June 13, 2025 · 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Before we open the grinders for our monthly Community Sharpening Night, spend an hour watching our instructors demonstrate how—and why—to keep your edges keen. We’ll walk through bevel angles, jig setup, grit progression, and safe grinder use while sharpening a variety of shop staples: lathe gouges, bench chisels, planer knives, leather-working blades, and more
Your Instructor
Julia Felix
Julia Felix
Violin Maker/MAKE Volunteer
This event has passed.
Friday June 13, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Friday June 13, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
We'll break out our various sharpening machines and jigs and sharpen our bladed tools, including lathe tools, chisels, blades, and knives.
Your Instructor
Julia Felix
Julia Felix
Violin Maker/MAKE Volunteer
This event has passed.
Saturday June 14, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Jens Butler
Jens Butler
Blacksmithing Instructor
This event has passed.
Saturday June 14, 2025 · 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Sunday June 15, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Create a simple tote bag while learning how to use a standard sewing machine & standard serger machine. You’ll learn when & how to use a serger to join fabrics, practice straight hemming, intro to patterns and more to make a functional bag while learning the basics of sewing.
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
This event has passed.
Thursday June 19, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
This event has passed.
Thursday June 19, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Discover the art and technique of metal joining in this hands-on class designed for makers, artists, and metalworkers of all skill levels. Brazing is a versatile, torch-based process that lets you fuse metal together cleanly, precisely, and with strength—without melting the base material.
Your Instructor
William Beall
William Beall
Instructor
This event has passed.
Thursday June 19, 2025 · 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Friday June 20, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Saturday June 21, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn the essential techniques for designing and turning a well-fitted, functional lidded box. Whether your style is simple and refined or highly decorative, this class will help you refine your skills and expand your creative possibilities.
Your Instructor
Alan Becker
Alan Becker
Member, Instructor
This event has passed.
Saturday June 21, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This 4-hour class is a great way to explore MIG welding! You'll receive the basic introduction to metal insert gas (MIG) welding, plasma cutting, and basic fabrication processes to create a small desk organizer that you can take home.
Your Instructor
William Beall
William Beall
Instructor
This event has passed.
Saturday June 21, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn how to personalize just about anything by etching and cutting material using our 80-watt Red Sail laser cutter AND our 150-watt Boss LS-3655 laser cutter. Wood, ceramic, acrylic, paper, glass, you name it!
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Sunday June 22, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Whether you're new to metalworking or looking to expand your skillset, this hands-on class will introduce you to key concepts like machine setup, safety protocols, and basic turning techniques.
Your Instructor
Charles Henry
This event has passed.
Thursday June 26, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This badge class is your gateway to three essential machines in our leather studio: the Tippmann Boss Handstitcher, the leather splitter, and the leather embosser. Whether you’re crafting bags, belts, or custom gear, these tools are foundational to working with leather at Make.
Your Instructor
Leon Harms
Leon Harms
This event has passed.
Thursday June 26, 2025 · 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Friday June 27, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Saturday June 28, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
This event has passed.
Saturday June 28, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Kick off your exploration of microcontrollers, small electrical circuits, and programming using MicroBlocks (a visual coding platform perfect for the Arduino or ESP32). This class is perfect for anyone wanting to create IOT devices, robots, remote control cars, or anything else that uses small electrical components!
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Saturday June 28, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cutting metal by hand can be exhausting, so why not learn how to make a robot do it for you? Take your metal work to the next level as you learn to process basic vector or CAD drawings into precision-cut steel designs with our CNC plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Alex Kensil (AK)
Instructor

July

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Wednesday July 2, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, bending, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own ornamental steel table.
Your Instructor
William Beall
William Beall
Instructor
This event has passed.
Thursday July 3, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
At Make Santa Fe, this class focuses on building confidence with the CNC process through hands-on learning. You’ll explore how digital design, material selection, and toolpaths work together to shape wood and other materials. Combine problem solving and design thinking to bring your ideas to life.
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
This event has passed.
Thursday July 3, 2025 · 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Sunday July 6, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Are you a sewing enthusiast or a complete beginner eager to learn? Come and join our welcoming sewing community at Make Santa Fe. In this free meetup, we share our love for sewing & fiber arts like knitting, exchange ideas, and work on our projects together.
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Wednesday July 9, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cut just about anything with the Wazer water jet. Metal, glass, ceramic, rubber and much more. Waterjets use very high pressure water combined with an abrasive material to cut through many materials other CNC machines cant. Water jets can also cut very high detail compared to a plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Olivia DeArmond
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Thursday July 10, 2025 · 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
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Friday July 11, 2025 · 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Before we open the grinders for our monthly Community Sharpening Night, spend an hour watching our instructors demonstrate how—and why—to keep your edges keen. We’ll walk through bevel angles, jig setup, grit progression, and safe grinder use while sharpening a variety of shop staples: lathe gouges, bench chisels, planer knives, leather-working blades, and more
Your Instructor
Julia Felix
Julia Felix
Violin Maker/MAKE Volunteer
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Friday July 11, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
We'll break out our various sharpening machines and jigs and sharpen our bladed tools, including lathe tools, chisels, blades, and knives.
Your Instructor
Julia Felix
Julia Felix
Violin Maker/MAKE Volunteer
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Saturday July 12, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
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Saturday July 12, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn the wood-shop essentials—from jointing rough boards to confident table-saw cuts—in a supportive, women-centered session led by a female instructor. Leave with a finished hat/key rack, new skills, and a crew of sawdust sisters cheering you on.
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
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Saturday July 12, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Jens Butler
Jens Butler
Blacksmithing Instructor
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Saturday July 12, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Get hands-on with soldering in this focused 2-hour Electronics 201 workshop. You’ll practice clean soldering technique, assemble a simple circuit, and leave with stronger skills and a completed project.
Your Instructor
Alexander Leder
This event has passed.
Sunday July 13, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on learning the centuries-old craft of woodturning. Initially, a craft born out of necessity, using a lathe has gained tremendous popularity as a hobby over the last 50 years. Develop an understanding of how to safely operate a lathe while building wood grain knowledge in this beginner-friendly workshop. This is a satisfying craft and one where you can create things you’ll actually use!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
This event has passed.
Sunday July 13, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
If you can imagine a shape, you can probably create it with the push of a button using 3D printing. Intricate patterns, useful gadgets, tools, jigs, and molds are common in 3D printing, only your imagination is the limit with 3D printing!
Your Instructor
Kevin Jones
Kevin Jones
3D Printing Teacher
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Sunday July 13, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this class, students will learn to light a small furnace properly, melt bronze or aluminum in a crucible, pack a two-part sand mold, and pour molten metal into the mold to create a three-dimensional object.
Your Instructor
Cia Thorne
Cia Thorne
Artist
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Sunday July 13, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Dive into the world of industrial sewing! In this hands-on course, you'll create a simple, durable heavy canvas and leather ditty bag while gaining an overview of Industrial Sewing.  You’ll learn on various industrial sewing machines: we have a Juki, Singer walking foot, and SailRite. 
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
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Thursday July 17, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
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Friday July 18, 2025 · 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku! Join us for Fire Arts Night, a blazing celebration of molten creativity! This immersive evening showcases the dramatic beauty of fire-based making with live demonstrations in blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku ceramics. Watch as glowing steel is shaped on the…
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Saturday July 19, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn how to personalize just about anything by etching and cutting material using our 80-watt Red Sail laser cutter AND our 150-watt Boss LS-3655 laser cutter. Wood, ceramic, acrylic, paper, glass, you name it!
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
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Saturday July 19, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Take your woodturning skills to the next level in this Intermediate Wood Lathe workshop, where you'll create beautifully turned platters and trays.
Your Instructor
Don Wilson
Don Wilson
Wood Turning Instructor
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Saturday July 19, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, bending, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own ornamental steel table.
Your Instructor
William Beall
William Beall
Instructor
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Sunday July 20, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
The wooden bowl is a reflection of both utility and beauty—an inspiring craft form to experience. This 5 hour class introduces to the grains of wood as you learn the safe operation and techniques needed to turn wooden bowls on an electric lathe.
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
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Sunday July 20, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
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Wednesday July 23, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cut just about anything with the Wazer water jet. Metal, glass, ceramic, rubber and much more. Waterjets use very high pressure water combined with an abrasive material to cut through many materials other CNC machines cant. Water jets can also cut very high detail compared to a plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Olivia DeArmond
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Thursday July 24, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This badge class is your gateway to three essential machines in our leather studio: the Tippmann Boss Handstitcher, the leather splitter, and the leather embosser. Whether you’re crafting bags, belts, or custom gear, these tools are foundational to working with leather at Make.
Your Instructor
Leon Harms
Leon Harms
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Thursday July 24, 2025 · 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
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Saturday July 26, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
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Saturday July 26, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cutting metal by hand can be exhausting, so why not learn how to make a robot do it for you? Take your metal work to the next level as you learn to process basic vector or CAD drawings into precision-cut steel designs with our CNC plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Alex Kensil (AK)
Instructor
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Sunday July 27, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This hands-on class introduces students to the fundamentals of machining using a milling machine. Learn how to safely and accurately operate a milling machine to shape metal, create precise parts, and enhance your metalworking skills.
Your Instructor
Charles Henry
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Sunday July 27, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Experience an introduction to the art of Silversmithing with this Nonferrous Metalsmithing workshop, where you’ll craft a stunning 6″ copper bowl using traditional sinking techniques!
Your Instructor
James Ryan
James Ryan
Instructor, Metalsmith, Artist
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Thursday July 31, 2025 · 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer

August

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Friday August 1, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
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Saturday August 2, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you dreaming of red-hot steel? Ready to consider how a power hammer can expand your capabilities and profit margin? Dive in and discover how to execute the techniques you’ve learned safely and effectively with our Say Mak 50kg hammer. You’ll go home with a functional fire poker!
Your Instructor
Steve Dulfer
Steve Dulfer
Blacksmithing Instructor
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Saturday August 2, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Create a simple tote bag while learning how to use a standard sewing machine & standard serger machine. You’ll learn when & how to use a serger to join fabrics, practice straight hemming, intro to patterns and more to make a functional bag while learning the basics of sewing.
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
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Saturday August 2, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
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Sunday August 3, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Are you a sewing enthusiast or a complete beginner eager to learn? Come and join our welcoming sewing community at Make Santa Fe. In this free meetup, we share our love for sewing & fiber arts like knitting, exchange ideas, and work on our projects together.
This event has passed.
Wednesday August 6, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, bending, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build a small desk organizer to take home
Your Instructor
William Beall
William Beall
Instructor
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Friday August 8, 2025 · 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Before we open the grinders for our monthly Community Sharpening Night, spend an hour watching our instructors demonstrate how—and why—to keep your edges keen. We’ll walk through bevel angles, jig setup, grit progression, and safe grinder use while sharpening a variety of shop staples: lathe gouges, bench chisels, planer knives, leather-working blades, and more
Your Instructor
Julia Felix
Julia Felix
Violin Maker/MAKE Volunteer
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Friday August 8, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
We'll break out our various sharpening machines and jigs and sharpen our bladed tools, including lathe tools, chisels, blades, and knives.
Your Instructor
Julia Felix
Julia Felix
Violin Maker/MAKE Volunteer
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Friday August 8, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Saturday August 9, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Get hands-on with soldering in this focused 2-hour Electronics 201 workshop. You’ll practice clean soldering technique, assemble a simple circuit, and leave with stronger skills and a completed project.
Your Instructor
Alexander Leder
This event has passed.
Saturday August 9, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Jens Butler
Jens Butler
Blacksmithing Instructor
This event has passed.
Saturday August 9, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn the wood-shop essentials—from jointing rough boards to confident table-saw cuts—in a supportive, women-centered session led by a female instructor. Leave with a finished hat/key rack, new skills, and a crew of sawdust sisters cheering you on.
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
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Sunday August 10, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on learning the centuries-old craft of woodturning. Initially, a craft born out of necessity, using a lathe has gained tremendous popularity as a hobby over the last 50 years. Develop an understanding of how to safely operate a lathe while building wood grain knowledge in this beginner-friendly workshop. This is a satisfying craft and one where you can create things you’ll actually use!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
This event has passed.
Sunday August 10, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
If you can imagine a shape, you can probably create it with the push of a button using 3D printing. Intricate patterns, useful gadgets, tools, jigs, and molds are common in 3D printing, only your imagination is the limit with 3D printing!
Your Instructor
Kevin Jones
Kevin Jones
3D Printing Teacher
This event has passed.
Sunday August 10, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this class, students will learn to light a small furnace properly, melt bronze or aluminum in a crucible, pack a two-part sand mold, and pour molten metal into the mold to create a three-dimensional object.
Your Instructor
Cia Thorne
Cia Thorne
Artist
This event has passed.
Sunday August 10, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Dive into the world of industrial sewing! In this hands-on course, you'll create a simple, durable heavy canvas and leather ditty bag while gaining an overview of Industrial Sewing.  You’ll learn on various industrial sewing machines: we have a Juki, Singer walking foot, and SailRite. 
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
This event has passed.
Wednesday August 13, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cut just about anything with the Wazer water jet. Metal, glass, ceramic, rubber and much more. Waterjets use very high pressure water combined with an abrasive material to cut through many materials other CNC machines cant. Water jets can also cut very high detail compared to a plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Olivia DeArmond
This event has passed.
Friday August 15, 2025 · 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku! Join us for Fire Arts Night, a blazing celebration of molten creativity! This immersive evening showcases the dramatic beauty of fire-based making with live demonstrations in blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku ceramics. Watch as glowing steel is shaped on the…
This event has passed.
Friday August 15, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Saturday August 16, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, bending, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build a small desk organizer to take home
Your Instructor
William Beall
William Beall
Instructor
This event has passed.
Saturday August 16, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this Intermediate Wood Lathe workshop, you’ll refine your spindle turning and hollowing techniques while creating an elegant, functional, or decorative goblet.
Your Instructor
Alan Becker
Alan Becker
Member, Instructor
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Saturday August 16, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn how to personalize just about anything by etching and cutting material using our 80-watt Red Sail laser cutter AND our 150-watt Boss LS-3655 laser cutter. Wood, ceramic, acrylic, paper, glass, you name it!
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Sunday August 17, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
The wooden bowl is a reflection of both utility and beauty—an inspiring craft form to experience. This 5 hour class introduces to the grains of wood as you learn the safe operation and techniques needed to turn wooden bowls on an electric lathe.
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
This event has passed.
Sunday August 17, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Create a simple tote bag while learning how to use a standard sewing machine & standard serger machine. You’ll learn when & how to use a serger to join fabrics, practice straight hemming, intro to patterns and more to make a functional bag while learning the basics of sewing.
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
This event has passed.
Thursday August 21, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
This event has passed.
Thursday August 21, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Discover the art and technique of metal joining in this hands-on class designed for makers, artists, and metalworkers of all skill levels. Brazing is a versatile, torch-based process that lets you fuse metal together cleanly, precisely, and with strength—without melting the base material.
Your Instructor
William Beall
William Beall
Instructor
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Friday August 22, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Saturday August 23, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
This event has passed.
Saturday August 23, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
At Make Santa Fe, this class focuses on building confidence with the CNC process through hands-on learning. You’ll explore how digital design, material selection, and toolpaths work together to shape wood and other materials. Combine problem solving and design thinking to bring your ideas to life.
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
This event has passed.
Saturday August 23, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cutting metal by hand can be exhausting, so why not learn how to make a robot do it for you? Take your metal work to the next level as you learn to process basic vector or CAD drawings into precision-cut steel designs with our CNC plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Alex Kensil (AK)
Instructor
This event has passed.
Sunday August 24, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Whether you're new to metalworking or looking to expand your skillset, this hands-on class will introduce you to key concepts like machine setup, safety protocols, and basic turning techniques.
Your Instructor
Charles Henry
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Sunday August 24, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Experience an introduction to the art of Silversmithing with this Nonferrous Metalsmithing workshop, where you’ll craft a stunning 6″ copper bowl using traditional sinking techniques!
Your Instructor
James Ryan
James Ryan
Instructor, Metalsmith, Artist
This event has passed.
Wednesday August 27, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cut just about anything with the Wazer water jet. Metal, glass, ceramic, rubber and much more. Waterjets use very high pressure water combined with an abrasive material to cut through many materials other CNC machines cant. Water jets can also cut very high detail compared to a plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Olivia DeArmond
This event has passed.
Friday August 29, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven

September

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Wednesday September 3, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, bending, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build a small desk organizer to take home
Your Instructor
William Beall
William Beall
Instructor
This event has passed.
Friday September 5, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Saturday September 6, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
This event has passed.
Saturday September 6, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Create a simple tote bag while learning how to use a standard sewing machine & standard serger machine. You’ll learn when & how to use a serger to join fabrics, practice straight hemming, intro to patterns and more to make a functional bag while learning the basics of sewing.
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
This event has passed.
Sunday September 7, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Are you a sewing enthusiast or a complete beginner eager to learn? Come and join our welcoming sewing community at Make Santa Fe. In this free meetup, we share our love for sewing & fiber arts like knitting, exchange ideas, and work on our projects together.
This event has passed.
Wednesday September 10, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cut just about anything with the Wazer water jet. Metal, glass, ceramic, rubber and much more. Waterjets use very high pressure water combined with an abrasive material to cut through many materials other CNC machines cant. Water jets can also cut very high detail compared to a plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
This event has passed.
Friday September 12, 2025 · 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Before we open the grinders for our monthly Community Sharpening Night, spend an hour watching our instructors demonstrate how—and why—to keep your edges keen. We’ll walk through bevel angles, jig setup, grit progression, and safe grinder use while sharpening a variety of shop staples: lathe gouges, bench chisels, planer knives, leather-working blades, and more
Your Instructor
Julia Felix
Julia Felix
Violin Maker/MAKE Volunteer
This event has passed.
Friday September 12, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
We'll break out our various sharpening machines and jigs and sharpen our bladed tools, including lathe tools, chisels, blades, and knives.
Your Instructor
Julia Felix
Julia Felix
Violin Maker/MAKE Volunteer
This event has passed.
Friday September 12, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Saturday September 13, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn the wood-shop essentials—from jointing rough boards to confident table-saw cuts—in a supportive, women-centered session led by a female instructor. Leave with a finished hat/key rack, new skills, and a crew of sawdust sisters cheering you on.
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
This event has passed.
Saturday September 13, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Jens Butler
Jens Butler
Blacksmithing Instructor
This event has passed.
Sunday September 14, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this class, students will learn to light a small furnace properly, melt bronze or aluminum in a crucible, pack a two-part sand mold, and pour molten metal into the mold to create a three-dimensional object.
Your Instructor
James W. Johnson
James W. Johnson
Executive Director
This event has passed.
Sunday September 14, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Dive into the world of industrial sewing! In this hands-on course, you'll create a simple, durable heavy canvas and leather ditty bag while gaining an overview of Industrial Sewing.  You’ll learn on various industrial sewing machines: we have a Juki, Singer walking foot, and SailRite. 
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
This event has passed.
Sunday September 14, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Jens Butler
Jens Butler
Blacksmithing Instructor
This event has passed.
Sunday September 14, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on learning the centuries-old craft of woodturning. Initially, a craft born out of necessity, using a lathe has gained tremendous popularity as a hobby over the last 50 years. Develop an understanding of how to safely operate a lathe while building wood grain knowledge in this beginner-friendly workshop. This is a satisfying craft and one where you can create things you’ll actually use!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
This event has passed.
Sunday September 14, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
If you can imagine a shape, you can probably create it with the push of a button using 3D printing. Intricate patterns, useful gadgets, tools, jigs, and molds are common in 3D printing, only your imagination is the limit with 3D printing!
Your Instructor
Kevin Jones
Kevin Jones
3D Printing Teacher
This event has passed.
Thursday September 18, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Kick off your exploration of microcontrollers, small electrical circuits, and programming using MicroBlocks (a visual coding platform perfect for the Arduino or ESP32). This class is perfect for anyone wanting to create IOT devices, robots, remote control cars, or anything else that uses small electrical components!
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Thursday September 18, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
This event has passed.
Friday September 19, 2025 · 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku! Join us for Fire Arts Night, a blazing celebration of molten creativity! This immersive evening showcases the dramatic beauty of fire-based making with live demonstrations in blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku ceramics. Watch as glowing steel is shaped on the…
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Friday September 19, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
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Saturday September 20, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, bending, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own ornamental steel table.
Your Instructor
Kelsey Goodwin
Welding Instructor
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Saturday September 20, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn how to personalize just about anything by etching and cutting material using our 80-watt Red Sail laser cutter AND our 150-watt Boss LS-3655 laser cutter. Wood, ceramic, acrylic, paper, glass, you name it!
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
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Saturday September 20, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn the essential techniques for designing and turning a well-fitted, functional lidded box. Whether your style is simple and refined or highly decorative, this class will help you refine your skills and expand your creative possibilities.
Your Instructor
Mark Hazlewood
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Sunday September 21, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Create a simple tote bag while learning how to use a standard sewing machine & standard serger machine. You’ll learn when & how to use a serger to join fabrics, practice straight hemming, intro to patterns and more to make a functional bag while learning the basics of sewing.
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
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Wednesday September 24, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cut just about anything with the Wazer water jet. Metal, glass, ceramic, rubber and much more. Waterjets use very high pressure water combined with an abrasive material to cut through many materials other CNC machines cant. Water jets can also cut very high detail compared to a plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
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Thursday September 25, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This badge class is your gateway to three essential machines in our leather studio: the Tippmann Boss Handstitcher, the leather splitter, and the leather embosser. Whether you’re crafting bags, belts, or custom gear, these tools are foundational to working with leather at Make.
Your Instructor
Leon Harms
Leon Harms
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Friday September 26, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Saturday September 27, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cutting metal by hand can be exhausting, so why not learn how to make a robot do it for you? Take your metal work to the next level as you learn to process basic vector or CAD drawings into precision-cut steel designs with our CNC plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Alex Kensil (AK)
Instructor
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Saturday September 27, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
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Sunday September 28, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Experience an introduction to the art of Silversmithing with this Nonferrous Metalsmithing workshop, where you’ll craft a stunning 6″ copper bowl using traditional sinking techniques!
Your Instructor
James Ryan
James Ryan
Instructor, Metalsmith, Artist
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Sunday September 28, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This hands-on class introduces students to the fundamentals of machining using a milling machine. Learn how to safely and accurately operate a milling machine to shape metal, create precise parts, and enhance your metalworking skills.
Your Instructor
Charles Henry

October

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Wednesday October 1, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Thursday October 2, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own project.
Your Instructor
William Beall
William Beall
Instructor
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Thursday October 2, 2025 · 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
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Friday October 3, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
At Make Santa Fe, this class focuses on building confidence with the CNC process through hands-on learning. You’ll explore how digital design, material selection, and toolpaths work together to shape wood and other materials. Combine problem solving and design thinking to bring your ideas to life.
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
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Friday October 3, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
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Saturday October 4, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you dreaming of red-hot steel? Ready to consider how a power hammer can expand your capabilities and profit margin? Dive in and discover how to execute the techniques you’ve learned safely and effectively with our Say Mak 50kg hammer. You’ll go home with a functional fire poker!
Your Instructor
Steve Dulfer
Steve Dulfer
Blacksmithing Instructor
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Saturday October 4, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Sunday October 5, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Are you a sewing enthusiast or a complete beginner eager to learn? Come and join our welcoming sewing community at Make Santa Fe. In this free meetup, we share our love for sewing & fiber arts like knitting, exchange ideas, and work on our projects together.
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Wednesday October 8, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Thursday October 9, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This badge class is your gateway to three essential machines in our leather studio: the Tippmann Boss Handstitcher, the leather splitter, and the leather embosser. Whether you’re crafting bags, belts, or custom gear, these tools are foundational to working with leather at Make.
Your Instructor
Leon Harms
Leon Harms
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Thursday October 9, 2025 · 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
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Friday October 10, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
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Friday October 10, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
We'll break out our various sharpening machines and jigs and sharpen our bladed tools, including lathe tools, chisels, blades, and knives.
Your Instructor
Julia Felix
Julia Felix
Violin Maker/MAKE Volunteer
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Saturday October 11, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Adel
Adel
Volunteer/ Educator
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Saturday October 11, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Get hands-on with soldering in this focused 2-hour Electronics 201 workshop. You’ll practice clean soldering technique, assemble a simple circuit, and leave with stronger skills and a completed project.
Your Instructor
Alexander Leder
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Saturday October 11, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Jens Butler
Jens Butler
Blacksmithing Instructor
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Saturday October 11, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Sunday October 12, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on learning the centuries-old craft of woodturning. Initially, a craft born out of necessity, using a lathe has gained tremendous popularity as a hobby over the last 50 years. Develop an understanding of how to safely operate a lathe while building wood grain knowledge in this beginner-friendly workshop. This is a satisfying craft and one where you can create things you’ll actually use!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
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Wednesday October 15, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Thursday October 16, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
This event has passed.
Thursday October 16, 2025 · 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Friday October 17, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn the wood-shop essentials—from jointing rough boards to confident table-saw cuts—in a supportive, women-centered session led by a female instructor. Leave with a finished hat/key rack, new skills, and a crew of sawdust sisters cheering you on.
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
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Friday October 17, 2025 · 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku! Join us for Fire Arts Night, a blazing celebration of molten creativity! This immersive evening showcases the dramatic beauty of fire-based making with live demonstrations in blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku ceramics. Watch as glowing steel is shaped on the…
This event has passed.
Friday October 17, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
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Saturday October 18, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
If you can imagine a shape, you can probably create it with the push of a button using 3D printing. Intricate patterns, useful gadgets, tools, jigs, and molds are common in 3D printing, only your imagination is the limit with 3D printing!
Your Instructor
Kevin Jones
Kevin Jones
3D Printing Teacher
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Saturday October 18, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, bending, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own ornamental steel table.
Your Instructor
Kelsey Goodwin
Welding Instructor
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Saturday October 18, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Create a simple tote bag while learning how to use a standard sewing machine & standard serger machine. You’ll learn when & how to use a serger to join fabrics, practice straight hemming, intro to patterns and more to make a functional bag while learning the basics of sewing.
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
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Saturday October 18, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this class, students will learn to light a small furnace properly, melt bronze or aluminum in a crucible, pack a two-part sand mold, and pour molten metal into the mold to create a three-dimensional object.
Your Instructor
Cia Thorne
Cia Thorne
Artist
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Saturday October 18, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Take your woodturning skills to the next level in this Intermediate Wood Lathe workshop, where you'll create beautifully turned platters and trays.
Your Instructor
Don Wilson
Don Wilson
Wood Turning Instructor
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Saturday October 18, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Sunday October 19, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
The wooden bowl is a reflection of both utility and beauty—an inspiring craft form to experience. This 5 hour class introduces to the grains of wood as you learn the safe operation and techniques needed to turn wooden bowls on an electric lathe.
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
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Wednesday October 22, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Thursday October 23, 2025 · 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Friday October 24, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Saturday October 25, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cutting metal by hand can be exhausting, so why not learn how to make a robot do it for you? Take your metal work to the next level as you learn to process basic vector or CAD drawings into precision-cut steel designs with our CNC plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Cia Thorne
Cia Thorne
Artist
This event has passed.
Saturday October 25, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn how to personalize just about anything by etching and cutting material using our 80-watt Red Sail laser cutter AND our 150-watt Boss LS-3655 laser cutter. Wood, ceramic, acrylic, paper, glass, you name it!
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Saturday October 25, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Kick off your exploration of microcontrollers, small electrical circuits, and programming using MicroBlocks (a visual coding platform perfect for the Arduino or ESP32). This class is perfect for anyone wanting to create IOT devices, robots, remote control cars, or anything else that uses small electrical components!
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
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Saturday October 25, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Sunday October 26, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on learning the centuries-old craft of woodturning. Initially, a craft born out of necessity, using a lathe has gained tremendous popularity as a hobby over the last 50 years. Develop an understanding of how to safely operate a lathe while building wood grain knowledge in this beginner-friendly workshop. This is a satisfying craft and one where you can create things you’ll actually use!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
This event has passed.
Sunday October 26, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Experience an introduction to the art of Silversmithing with this Nonferrous Metalsmithing workshop, where you’ll craft a stunning 6″ copper bowl using traditional sinking techniques!
Your Instructor
James Ryan
James Ryan
Instructor, Metalsmith, Artist
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Monday October 27, 2025 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
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Wednesday October 29, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
This event has passed.
Thursday October 30, 2025 · 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer

November

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Saturday November 1, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you dreaming of red-hot steel? Ready to consider how a power hammer can expand your capabilities and profit margin? Dive in and discover how to execute the techniques you’ve learned safely and effectively with our Say Mak 50kg hammer. You’ll go home with a functional fire poker!
Your Instructor
Steve Dulfer
Steve Dulfer
Blacksmithing Instructor
This event has passed.
Saturday November 1, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
At Make Santa Fe, this class focuses on building confidence with the CNC process through hands-on learning. You’ll explore how digital design, material selection, and toolpaths work together to shape wood and other materials. Combine problem solving and design thinking to bring your ideas to life.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
This event has passed.
Saturday November 1, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
This event has passed.
Sunday November 2, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Are you a sewing enthusiast or a complete beginner eager to learn? Come and join our welcoming sewing community at Make Santa Fe. In this free meetup, we share our love for sewing & fiber arts like knitting, exchange ideas, and work on our projects together.
This event has passed.
Monday November 3, 2025 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
This event has passed.
Wednesday November 5, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Thursday November 6, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own project.
Your Instructor
Ethan Logan
Ethan Logan
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Thursday November 6, 2025 · 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Friday November 7, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Saturday November 8, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Jens Butler
Jens Butler
Blacksmithing Instructor
This event has passed.
Saturday November 8, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
If you can imagine a shape, you can probably create it with the push of a button using 3D printing. Intricate patterns, useful gadgets, tools, jigs, and molds are common in 3D printing, only your imagination is the limit with 3D printing!
Your Instructor
Kevin Jones
Kevin Jones
3D Printing Teacher
This event has passed.
Saturday November 8, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Adel
Adel
Volunteer/ Educator
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Saturday November 8, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Monday November 10, 2025 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
This event has passed.
Wednesday November 12, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
This event has passed.
Thursday November 13, 2025 · 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Friday November 14, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
We'll break out our various sharpening machines and jigs and sharpen our bladed tools, including lathe tools, chisels, blades, and knives.
Your Instructor
Julia Felix
Julia Felix
Violin Maker/MAKE Volunteer
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Friday November 14, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Saturday November 15, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, bending, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own ornamental steel table.
Your Instructor
Kelsey Goodwin
Welding Instructor
This event has passed.
Saturday November 15, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this Intermediate Wood Lathe workshop, you’ll refine your spindle turning and hollowing techniques while creating an elegant, functional, or decorative goblet.
Your Instructor
Alan Becker
Alan Becker
Member, Instructor
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Saturday November 15, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Create a simple tote bag while learning how to use a standard sewing machine & standard serger machine. You’ll learn when & how to use a serger to join fabrics, practice straight hemming, intro to patterns and more to make a functional bag while learning the basics of sewing.
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
This event has passed.
Saturday November 15, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this class, students will learn to light a small furnace properly, melt bronze or aluminum in a crucible, pack a two-part sand mold, and pour molten metal into the mold to create a three-dimensional object.
Your Instructor
Cia Thorne
Cia Thorne
Artist
This event has passed.
Saturday November 15, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn the wood-shop essentials—from jointing rough boards to confident table-saw cuts—in a supportive, women-centered session led by a female instructor. Leave with a finished hat/key rack, new skills, and a crew of sawdust sisters cheering you on.
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
This event has passed.
Saturday November 15, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
This event has passed.
Sunday November 16, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
The wooden bowl is a reflection of both utility and beauty—an inspiring craft form to experience. This 5 hour class introduces to the grains of wood as you learn the safe operation and techniques needed to turn wooden bowls on an electric lathe.
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
This event has passed.
Sunday November 16, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Experience an introduction to the art of Silversmithing with this Nonferrous Metalsmithing workshop, where you’ll craft a stunning 6″ copper bowl using traditional sinking techniques!
Your Instructor
James Ryan
James Ryan
Instructor, Metalsmith, Artist
This event has passed.
Monday November 17, 2025 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
This event has passed.
Wednesday November 19, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
This event has passed.
Thursday November 20, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Kick off your exploration of microcontrollers, small electrical circuits, and programming using MicroBlocks (a visual coding platform perfect for the Arduino or ESP32). This class is perfect for anyone wanting to create IOT devices, robots, remote control cars, or anything else that uses small electrical components!
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Thursday November 20, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This badge class is your gateway to three essential machines in our leather studio: the Tippmann Boss Handstitcher, the leather splitter, and the leather embosser. Whether you’re crafting bags, belts, or custom gear, these tools are foundational to working with leather at Make.
Your Instructor
Leon Harms
Leon Harms
This event has passed.
Thursday November 20, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
This event has passed.
Friday November 21, 2025 · 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku! Join us for Fire Arts Night, a blazing celebration of molten creativity! This immersive evening showcases the dramatic beauty of fire-based making with live demonstrations in blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku ceramics. Watch as glowing steel is shaped on the…
This event has passed.
Friday November 21, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Saturday November 22, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Dive into the world of industrial sewing! In this hands-on course, you'll create a simple, durable heavy canvas and leather ditty bag while gaining an overview of Industrial Sewing.  You’ll learn on various industrial sewing machines: we have a Juki, Singer walking foot, and SailRite. 
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
This event has passed.
Saturday November 22, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cutting metal by hand can be exhausting, so why not learn how to make a robot do it for you? Take your metal work to the next level as you learn to process basic vector or CAD drawings into precision-cut steel designs with our CNC plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Alex Kensil (AK)
Instructor
This event has passed.
Saturday November 22, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Jens Butler
Jens Butler
Blacksmithing Instructor
This event has passed.
Saturday November 22, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
This event has passed.
Saturday November 22, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn how to personalize just about anything by etching and cutting material using our 80-watt Red Sail laser cutter AND our 150-watt Boss LS-3655 laser cutter. Wood, ceramic, acrylic, paper, glass, you name it!
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Saturday November 22, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
This event has passed.
Sunday November 23, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on learning the centuries-old craft of woodturning. Initially, a craft born out of necessity, using a lathe has gained tremendous popularity as a hobby over the last 50 years. Develop an understanding of how to safely operate a lathe while building wood grain knowledge in this beginner-friendly workshop. This is a satisfying craft and one where you can create things you’ll actually use!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
This event has passed.
Monday November 24, 2025 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
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Wednesday November 26, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Friday November 28, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
This event has passed.
Saturday November 29, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm

December

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Monday December 1, 2025 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
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Wednesday December 3, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Thursday December 4, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own project.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
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Thursday December 4, 2025 · 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
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Friday December 5, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
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Saturday December 6, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This hands-on class introduces students to the fundamentals of machining using a milling machine. Learn how to safely and accurately operate a milling machine to shape metal, create precise parts, and enhance your metalworking skills.
Your Instructor
Charles Henry
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Saturday December 6, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
At Make Santa Fe, this class focuses on building confidence with the CNC process through hands-on learning. You’ll explore how digital design, material selection, and toolpaths work together to shape wood and other materials. Combine problem solving and design thinking to bring your ideas to life.
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
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Saturday December 6, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you dreaming of red-hot steel? Ready to consider how a power hammer can expand your capabilities and profit margin? Dive in and discover how to execute the techniques you’ve learned safely and effectively with our Say Mak 50kg hammer. You’ll go home with a functional fire poker!
Your Instructor
Steve Dulfer
Steve Dulfer
Blacksmithing Instructor
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Saturday December 6, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
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Saturday December 6, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Sunday December 7, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Whether you're new to metalworking or looking to expand your skillset, this hands-on class will introduce you to key concepts like machine setup, safety protocols, and basic turning techniques.
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Sunday December 7, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Are you a sewing enthusiast or a complete beginner eager to learn? Come and join our welcoming sewing community at Make Santa Fe. In this free meetup, we share our love for sewing & fiber arts like knitting, exchange ideas, and work on our projects together.
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Monday December 8, 2025 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
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Wednesday December 10, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Thursday December 11, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This badge class is your gateway to three essential machines in our leather studio: the Tippmann Boss Handstitcher, the leather splitter, and the leather embosser. Whether you’re crafting bags, belts, or custom gear, these tools are foundational to working with leather at Make.
Your Instructor
Leon Harms
Leon Harms
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Thursday December 11, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn how to personalize just about anything by etching and cutting material using our 80-watt Red Sail laser cutter AND our 150-watt Boss LS-3655 laser cutter. Wood, ceramic, acrylic, paper, glass, you name it!
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
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Thursday December 11, 2025 · 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
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Friday December 12, 2025 · 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Before we open the grinders for our monthly Community Sharpening Night, spend an hour watching our instructors demonstrate how—and why—to keep your edges keen. We’ll walk through bevel angles, jig setup, grit progression, and safe grinder use while sharpening a variety of shop staples: lathe gouges, bench chisels, planer knives, leather-working blades, and more
Your Instructor
Julia Felix
Julia Felix
Violin Maker/MAKE Volunteer
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Friday December 12, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
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Friday December 12, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
We'll break out our various sharpening machines and jigs and sharpen our bladed tools, including lathe tools, chisels, blades, and knives.
Your Instructor
Julia Felix
Julia Felix
Violin Maker/MAKE Volunteer
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Saturday December 13, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Jens Butler
Jens Butler
Blacksmithing Instructor
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Saturday December 13, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Get hands-on with soldering in this focused 2-hour Electronics 201 workshop. You’ll practice clean soldering technique, assemble a simple circuit, and leave with stronger skills and a completed project.
Your Instructor
Alexander Leder
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Saturday December 13, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Sunday December 14, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on learning the centuries-old craft of woodturning. Initially, a craft born out of necessity, using a lathe has gained tremendous popularity as a hobby over the last 50 years. Develop an understanding of how to safely operate a lathe while building wood grain knowledge in this beginner-friendly workshop. This is a satisfying craft and one where you can create things you’ll actually use!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
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Monday December 15, 2025 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
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Wednesday December 17, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Thursday December 18, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
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Thursday December 18, 2025 · 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
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Friday December 19, 2025 · 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku! Join us for Fire Arts Night, a blazing celebration of molten creativity! This immersive evening showcases the dramatic beauty of fire-based making with live demonstrations in blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku ceramics. Watch as glowing steel is shaped on the…
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Friday December 19, 2025 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
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Saturday December 20, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
If you can imagine a shape, you can probably create it with the push of a button using 3D printing. Intricate patterns, useful gadgets, tools, jigs, and molds are common in 3D printing, only your imagination is the limit with 3D printing!
Your Instructor
Kevin Jones
Kevin Jones
3D Printing Teacher
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Saturday December 20, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, bending, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own ornamental steel table.
Your Instructor
Kelsey Goodwin
Welding Instructor
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Saturday December 20, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
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Saturday December 20, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Create a simple tote bag while learning how to use a standard sewing machine & standard serger machine. You’ll learn when & how to use a serger to join fabrics, practice straight hemming, intro to patterns and more to make a functional bag while learning the basics of sewing.
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
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Saturday December 20, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn the essential techniques for designing and turning a well-fitted, functional lidded box. Whether your style is simple and refined or highly decorative, this class will help you refine your skills and expand your creative possibilities.
Your Instructor
Alan Becker
Alan Becker
Member, Instructor
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Saturday December 20, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this class, students will learn to light a small furnace properly, melt bronze or aluminum in a crucible, pack a two-part sand mold, and pour molten metal into the mold to create a three-dimensional object.
Your Instructor
Cia Thorne
Cia Thorne
Artist
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Saturday December 20, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn the wood-shop essentials—from jointing rough boards to confident table-saw cuts—in a supportive, women-centered session led by a female instructor. Leave with a finished hat/key rack, new skills, and a crew of sawdust sisters cheering you on.
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
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Saturday December 20, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Sunday December 21, 2025 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
The wooden bowl is a reflection of both utility and beauty—an inspiring craft form to experience. This 5 hour class introduces to the grains of wood as you learn the safe operation and techniques needed to turn wooden bowls on an electric lathe.
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
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Monday December 22, 2025 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
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Wednesday December 24, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Saturday December 27, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Monday December 29, 2025 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
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Wednesday December 31, 2025 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm

January

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Thursday January 1, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Saturday January 3, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Monday January 5, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
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Wednesday January 7, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Thursday January 8, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
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Thursday January 8, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Take your designs from idea to precise 2D plans using Fusion 360’s sketch tools. Learn how to create accurate drawings for laser cutting, CNC routing, and fabrication projects.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
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Friday January 9, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
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Friday January 9, 2026 · 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
A low-pressure way to connect, collaborate, and feel part of Santa Fe’s maker community.
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Saturday January 10, 2026 · 8:00 am - 9:30 am
Join us for coffee and some light snacks on the first Saturday of the month. Make's studios will be open before classes to members to chat, socialize, and share what we're working on!
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
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Saturday January 10, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This hands-on class introduces students to the fundamentals of machining using a milling machine. Learn how to safely and accurately operate a milling machine to shape metal, create precise parts, and enhance your metalworking skills.
Your Instructor
Charles Henry
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Saturday January 10, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Jens Butler
Jens Butler
Blacksmithing Instructor
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Saturday January 10, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
At Make Santa Fe, this class focuses on building confidence with the CNC process through hands-on learning. You’ll explore how digital design, material selection, and toolpaths work together to shape wood and other materials. Combine problem solving and design thinking to bring your ideas to life.
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
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Saturday January 10, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Sunday January 11, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on learning the centuries-old craft of woodturning. Initially, a craft born out of necessity, using a lathe has gained tremendous popularity as a hobby over the last 50 years. Develop an understanding of how to safely operate a lathe while building wood grain knowledge in this beginner-friendly workshop. This is a satisfying craft and one where you can create things you’ll actually use!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
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Monday January 12, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
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Wednesday January 14, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Thursday January 15, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
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Thursday January 15, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Build and visualize your ideas in three dimensions. Learn how to create parametric 3D models in Fusion 360 for CNC, 3D printing, and digital prototyping.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
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Friday January 16, 2026 · 4:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Join us for an evening of strategy, laughter, collaboration, and a little friendly competition at Board Game Night at Make Santa Fe. Whether you’re a seasoned tabletop tactician or someone who hasn’t touched a board game since Monopoly, this night…
Your Instructor
Meredith Garcia
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Friday January 16, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
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Saturday January 17, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This badge class is your gateway to three essential machines in our leather studio: the Tippmann Boss Handstitcher, the leather splitter, and the leather embosser. Whether you’re crafting bags, belts, or custom gear, these tools are foundational to working with leather at Make.
Your Instructor
Leon Harms
Leon Harms
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Saturday January 17, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
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Saturday January 17, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cut just about anything with the Wazer water jet. Metal, glass, ceramic, rubber and much more. Waterjets use very high pressure water combined with an abrasive material to cut through many materials other CNC machines cant. Water jets can also cut very high detail compared to a plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
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Saturday January 17, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn how to personalize just about anything by etching and cutting material using our 80-watt Red Sail laser cutter AND our 150-watt Boss LS-3655 laser cutter. Wood, ceramic, acrylic, paper, glass, you name it!
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
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Saturday January 17, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Sunday January 18, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
If you can imagine a shape, you can probably create it with the push of a button using 3D printing. Intricate patterns, useful gadgets, tools, jigs, and molds are common in 3D printing, only your imagination is the limit with 3D printing!
Your Instructor
Kevin Jones
Kevin Jones
3D Printing Teacher
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Sunday January 18, 2026 · 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
The wooden bowl is a reflection of both utility and beauty—an inspiring craft form to experience. This 5 hour class introduces to the grains of wood as you learn the safe operation and techniques needed to turn wooden bowls on an electric lathe.
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
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Monday January 19, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
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Wednesday January 21, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Thursday January 22, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
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Friday January 23, 2026 · 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku! Join us for Fire Arts Night, a blazing celebration of molten creativity! This immersive evening showcases the dramatic beauty of fire-based making with live demonstrations in blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku ceramics. Watch as glowing steel is shaped on the…
Your Instructor
Jens Butler
Jens Butler
Blacksmithing Instructor
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Friday January 23, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
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Saturday January 24, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Create a simple tote bag while learning how to use a standard sewing machine & standard serger machine. You’ll learn when & how to use a serger to join fabrics, practice straight hemming, intro to patterns and more to make a functional bag while learning the basics of sewing.
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
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Saturday January 24, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
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Saturday January 24, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own project.
Your Instructor
Kelsey Goodwin
Welding Instructor
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Saturday January 24, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Monday January 26, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
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Wednesday January 28, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
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Thursday January 29, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
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Thursday January 29, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Carl Crossgrove
Carl Crossgrove
Thingmaker III
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Thursday January 29, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
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Friday January 30, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
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Saturday January 31, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Dive into the world of industrial sewing! In this hands-on course, you'll create a simple, durable heavy canvas and leather ditty bag while gaining an overview of Industrial Sewing.  You’ll learn on various industrial sewing machines: we have a Juki, Singer walking foot, and SailRite. 
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
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Saturday January 31, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this class, students will learn to light a small furnace properly, melt bronze or aluminum in a crucible, pack a two-part sand mold, and pour molten metal into the mold to create a three-dimensional object.
Your Instructor
James W. Johnson
James W. Johnson
Executive Director
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Saturday January 31, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cutting metal by hand can be exhausting, so why not learn how to make a robot do it for you? Take your metal work to the next level as you learn to process basic vector or CAD drawings into precision-cut steel designs with our CNC plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Alex Kensil (AK)
Instructor
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Saturday January 31, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Kick off your exploration of microcontrollers, small electrical circuits, and programming using MicroBlocks (a visual coding platform perfect for the Arduino or ESP32). This class is perfect for anyone wanting to create IOT devices, robots, remote control cars, or anything else that uses small electrical components!
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
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Saturday January 31, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher

February

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Sunday February 1, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Are you a sewing enthusiast or a complete beginner eager to learn? Come and join our welcoming sewing community at Make Santa Fe. In this free meetup, we share our love for sewing & fiber arts like knitting, exchange ideas, and work on our projects together.
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Monday February 2, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
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Wednesday February 4, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
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Thursday February 5, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own project.
Your Instructor
Hunter Hartshorne
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Thursday February 5, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Thursday February 5, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Take your designs from idea to precise 2D plans using Fusion 360’s sketch tools. Learn how to create accurate drawings for laser cutting, CNC routing, and fabrication projects.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
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Friday February 6, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
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Friday February 6, 2026 · 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
A low-pressure way to connect, collaborate, and feel part of Santa Fe’s maker community.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
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Saturday February 7, 2026 · 8:00 am - 9:30 am
Join us for coffee and some light snacks on the first Saturday of the month. Make's studios will be open before classes to members to chat, socialize, and share what we're working on!
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
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Saturday February 7, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Whether you're new to metalworking or looking to expand your skillset, this hands-on class will introduce you to key concepts like machine setup, safety protocols, and basic turning techniques.
Your Instructor
Charles Henry
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Saturday February 7, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Jens Butler
Jens Butler
Blacksmithing Instructor
This event has passed.
Saturday February 7, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
At Make Santa Fe, this class focuses on building confidence with the CNC process through hands-on learning. You’ll explore how digital design, material selection, and toolpaths work together to shape wood and other materials. Combine problem solving and design thinking to bring your ideas to life.
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
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Saturday February 7, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
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Sunday February 8, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on learning the centuries-old craft of woodturning. Initially, a craft born out of necessity, using a lathe has gained tremendous popularity as a hobby over the last 50 years. Develop an understanding of how to safely operate a lathe while building wood grain knowledge in this beginner-friendly workshop. This is a satisfying craft and one where you can create things you’ll actually use!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
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Monday February 9, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
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Wednesday February 11, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
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Thursday February 12, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Thursday February 12, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Build and visualize your ideas in three dimensions. Learn how to create parametric 3D models in Fusion 360 for CNC, 3D printing, and digital prototyping.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
This event has passed.
Friday February 13, 2026 · 4:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Join us for an evening of strategy, laughter, collaboration, and a little friendly competition at Board Game Night at Make Santa Fe. Whether you’re a seasoned tabletop tactician or someone who hasn’t touched a board game since Monopoly, this night…
Your Instructor
Meredith Garcia
This event has passed.
Friday February 13, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Saturday February 14, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This badge class is your gateway to three essential machines in our leather studio: the Tippmann Boss Handstitcher, the leather splitter, and the leather embosser. Whether you’re crafting bags, belts, or custom gear, these tools are foundational to working with leather at Make.
Your Instructor
Leon Harms
Leon Harms
This event has passed.
Saturday February 14, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This hands-on class introduces the core building blocks of interactive electronics: inputs, outputs, and control. Participants will learn how microcontrollers read information from a sensor and translate that information into physical motion using motors.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Saturday February 14, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Graham Murtough
This event has passed.
Saturday February 14, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn how to personalize just about anything by etching and cutting material using our 80-watt Red Sail laser cutter AND our 150-watt Boss LS-3655 laser cutter. Wood, ceramic, acrylic, paper, glass, you name it!
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Saturday February 14, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
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Sunday February 15, 2026 · 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
The wooden bowl is a reflection of both utility and beauty—an inspiring craft form to experience. This 5 hour class introduces to the grains of wood as you learn the safe operation and techniques needed to turn wooden bowls on an electric lathe.
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
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Monday February 16, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
This event has passed.
Wednesday February 18, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
This event has passed.
Thursday February 19, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
This event has passed.
Thursday February 19, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Kick off your exploration of microcontrollers, small electrical circuits, and programming using MicroBlocks (a visual coding platform perfect for the Arduino or ESP32). This class is perfect for anyone wanting to create IOT devices, robots, remote control cars, or anything else that uses small electrical components!
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Thursday February 19, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Fusion 360 for CNC is a hands-on, practical class focused on preparing parts for CNC milling using Autodesk Fusion 360. This class is designed for makers who want to move beyond design and into real-world fabrication by learning how to generate reliable, shop-ready toolpaths for CNC machines.
Your Instructor
James W. Johnson
James W. Johnson
Executive Director
This event has passed.
Friday February 20, 2026 · 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku! Join us for Fire Arts Night, a blazing celebration of molten creativity! This immersive evening showcases the dramatic beauty of fire-based making with live demonstrations in blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku ceramics. Watch as glowing steel is shaped on the…
Your Instructor
James W. Johnson
James W. Johnson
Executive Director
This event has passed.
Friday February 20, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Saturday February 21, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own project.
Your Instructor
Kelsey Goodwin
Welding Instructor
This event has passed.
Saturday February 21, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Create a simple tote bag while learning how to use a standard sewing machine & standard serger machine. You’ll learn when & how to use a serger to join fabrics, practice straight hemming, intro to patterns and more to make a functional bag while learning the basics of sewing.
Your Instructor
Carl Crossgrove
Carl Crossgrove
Thingmaker III
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Saturday February 21, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
If you can imagine a shape, you can probably create it with the push of a button using 3D printing. Intricate patterns, useful gadgets, tools, jigs, and molds are common in 3D printing, only your imagination is the limit with 3D printing!
Your Instructor
Kevin Jones
Kevin Jones
3D Printing Teacher
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Saturday February 21, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn the wood-shop essentials—from jointing rough boards to confident table-saw cuts—in a supportive, women-centered session led by a female instructor. Leave with a finished hat/key rack, new skills, and a crew of sawdust sisters cheering you on.
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
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Saturday February 21, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Steve Dulfer
Steve Dulfer
Blacksmithing Instructor
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Saturday February 21, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cut just about anything with the Wazer water jet. Metal, glass, ceramic, rubber and much more. Waterjets use very high pressure water combined with an abrasive material to cut through many materials other CNC machines cant. Water jets can also cut very high detail compared to a plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
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Saturday February 21, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
This event has passed.
Saturday February 21, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
A Community Video Game Night at Make Santa Fe Welcome to 6 O’Clock Gaming! This is a casual, community-powered video game night where we plug in, power up, and play into the night! Bring your favorite console, a computer, and…
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Sunday February 22, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Experience an introduction to the art of Silversmithing with this Nonferrous Metalsmithing workshop, where you’ll craft a stunning 6″ copper bowl using traditional sinking techniques!
Your Instructor
James Ryan
James Ryan
Instructor, Metalsmith, Artist
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Monday February 23, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
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Wednesday February 25, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
This event has passed.
Thursday February 26, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
This event has passed.
Friday February 27, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
We'll break out our various sharpening machines and jigs and sharpen our bladed tools, including lathe tools, chisels, blades, and knives.
Your Instructor
Julia Felix
Julia Felix
Violin Maker/MAKE Volunteer
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Friday February 27, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Saturday February 28, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this class, students will learn to light a small furnace properly, melt bronze or aluminum in a crucible, pack a two-part sand mold, and pour molten metal into the mold to create a three-dimensional object.
Your Instructor
Cia Thorne
Cia Thorne
Artist
This event has passed.
Saturday February 28, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cutting metal by hand can be exhausting, so why not learn how to make a robot do it for you? Take your metal work to the next level as you learn to process basic vector or CAD drawings into precision-cut steel designs with our CNC plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Alex Kensil (AK)
Instructor
This event has passed.
Saturday February 28, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn the wood-shop essentials—from jointing rough boards to confident table-saw cuts—in a supportive, women-centered session led by a female instructor. Leave with a finished hat/key rack, new skills, and a crew of sawdust sisters cheering you on.
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
This event has passed.
Saturday February 28, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
This event has passed.
Saturday February 28, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
A Community Video Game Night at Make Santa Fe Welcome to 6 O’Clock Gaming! This is a casual, community-powered video game night where we plug in, power up, and play into the night! Bring your favorite console, a computer, and…

March

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Sunday March 1, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Are you a sewing enthusiast or a complete beginner eager to learn? Come and join our welcoming sewing community at Make Santa Fe. In this free meetup, we share our love for sewing & fiber arts like knitting, exchange ideas, and work on our projects together.
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Monday March 2, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
This event has passed.
Wednesday March 4, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
This event has passed.
Thursday March 5, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
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Thursday March 5, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Take your designs from idea to precise 2D plans using Fusion 360’s sketch tools. Learn how to create accurate drawings for laser cutting, CNC routing, and fabrication projects.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
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Friday March 6, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Friday March 6, 2026 · 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
A low-pressure way to connect, collaborate, and feel part of Santa Fe’s maker community.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
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Saturday March 7, 2026 · 8:00 am - 9:30 am
Join us for coffee and some light snacks on the first Saturday of the month. Make's studios will be open before classes to members to chat, socialize, and share what we're working on!
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
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Saturday March 7, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This hands-on class introduces students to the fundamentals of machining using a milling machine. Learn how to safely and accurately operate a milling machine to shape metal, create precise parts, and enhance your metalworking skills.
Your Instructor
Charles Henry
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Saturday March 7, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
At Make Santa Fe, this class focuses on building confidence with the CNC process through hands-on learning. You’ll explore how digital design, material selection, and toolpaths work together to shape wood and other materials. Combine problem solving and design thinking to bring your ideas to life.
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
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Saturday March 7, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Jens Butler
Jens Butler
Blacksmithing Instructor
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Saturday March 7, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
This event has passed.
Saturday March 7, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
A Community Video Game Night at Make Santa Fe Welcome to 6 O’Clock Gaming! This is a casual, community-powered video game night where we plug in, power up, and play into the night! Bring your favorite console, a computer, and…
This event has passed.
Monday March 9, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
This event has passed.
Wednesday March 11, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
This event has passed.
Thursday March 12, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Thursday March 12, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Build and visualize your ideas in three dimensions. Learn how to create parametric 3D models in Fusion 360 for CNC, 3D printing, and digital prototyping.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
This event has passed.
Friday March 13, 2026 · 4:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Join us for an evening of strategy, laughter, collaboration, and a little friendly competition at Board Game Night at Make Santa Fe. Whether you’re a seasoned tabletop tactician or someone who hasn’t touched a board game since Monopoly, this night…
Your Instructor
Meredith Garcia
This event has passed.
Friday March 13, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Saturday March 14, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This badge class is your gateway to three essential machines in our leather studio: the Tippmann Boss Handstitcher, the leather splitter, and the leather embosser. Whether you’re crafting bags, belts, or custom gear, these tools are foundational to working with leather at Make.
Your Instructor
Leon Harms
Leon Harms
This event has passed.
Saturday March 14, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This hands-on class introduces the core building blocks of interactive electronics: inputs, outputs, and control. Participants will learn how microcontrollers read information from a sensor and translate that information into physical motion using motors.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Saturday March 14, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
This event has passed.
Saturday March 14, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
This event has passed.
Sunday March 15, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Your Instructor
Cia Thorne
Cia Thorne
Artist
This event has passed.
Monday March 16, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
This event has passed.
Wednesday March 18, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
This event has passed.
Thursday March 19, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn how to personalize just about anything by etching and cutting material using our 80-watt Red Sail laser cutter AND our 150-watt Boss LS-3655 laser cutter. Wood, ceramic, acrylic, paper, glass, you name it!
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Thursday March 19, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
This event has passed.
Thursday March 19, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Friday March 20, 2026 · 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku! Join us for Fire Arts Night, a blazing celebration of molten creativity! This immersive evening showcases the dramatic beauty of fire-based making with live demonstrations in blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku ceramics. Watch as glowing steel is shaped on the…
Your Instructor
James W. Johnson
James W. Johnson
Executive Director
This event has passed.
Friday March 20, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Saturday March 21, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
This event has passed.
Saturday March 21, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own project.
Your Instructor
Kelsey Goodwin
Welding Instructor
This event has passed.
Saturday March 21, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Create a simple tote bag while learning how to use a standard sewing machine & standard serger machine. You’ll learn when & how to use a serger to join fabrics, practice straight hemming, intro to patterns and more to make a functional bag while learning the basics of sewing.
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
This event has passed.
Saturday March 21, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
If you can imagine a shape, you can probably create it with the push of a button using 3D printing. Intricate patterns, useful gadgets, tools, jigs, and molds are common in 3D printing, only your imagination is the limit with 3D printing!
Your Instructor
Kevin Jones
Kevin Jones
3D Printing Teacher
This event has passed.
Saturday March 21, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Steve Dulfer
Steve Dulfer
Blacksmithing Instructor
This event has passed.
Saturday March 21, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
This event has passed.
Saturday March 21, 2026 · 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
In this hands-on, two-hour workshop, you’ll learn how to properly refinish and maintain a wooden cutting board using professional techniques and food-safe materials. Bring one (or a few!) of your tired, knife-scarred boards and leave with a beautifully refreshed surface ready for your kitchen again.
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
This event has passed.
Sunday March 22, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on learning the centuries-old craft of woodturning. Initially, a craft born out of necessity, using a lathe has gained tremendous popularity as a hobby over the last 50 years. Develop an understanding of how to safely operate a lathe while building wood grain knowledge in this beginner-friendly workshop. This is a satisfying craft and one where you can create things you’ll actually use!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
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Monday March 23, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
This event has passed.
Wednesday March 25, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
This event has passed.
Wednesday March 25, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Sharp tools are safe tools! Join us for a quick introductory class on hand tool sharpening.
Your Instructor
Julia Felix
Julia Felix
Violin Maker/MAKE Volunteer
This event has passed.
Wednesday March 25, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Fusion 360 for CNC is a hands-on, practical class focused on preparing parts for CNC milling using Autodesk Fusion 360. This class is designed for makers who want to move beyond design and into real-world fabrication by learning how to generate reliable, shop-ready toolpaths for CNC machines.
Your Instructor
James W. Johnson
James W. Johnson
Executive Director
This event has passed.
Thursday March 26, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
This event has passed.
Thursday March 26, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Thursday March 26, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Sharp knifes are safe knifes! Join us for a quick introductory class on knife and blade sharpening.
Your Instructor
Jens Butler
Jens Butler
Blacksmithing Instructor
This event has passed.
Friday March 27, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
We'll break out our various sharpening machines and jigs and sharpen our bladed tools, including lathe tools, chisels, blades, and knives.
Your Instructor
Julia Felix
Julia Felix
Violin Maker/MAKE Volunteer
This event has passed.
Friday March 27, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Saturday March 28, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Kick off your exploration of microcontrollers, small electrical circuits, and programming using MicroBlocks (a visual coding platform perfect for the Arduino or ESP32). This class is perfect for anyone wanting to create IOT devices, robots, remote control cars, or anything else that uses small electrical components!
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Saturday March 28, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Dive into the world of industrial sewing! In this hands-on course, you'll create a simple, durable heavy canvas and leather ditty bag while gaining an overview of Industrial Sewing.  You’ll learn on various industrial sewing machines: we have a Juki, Singer walking foot, and SailRite. 
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
This event has passed.
Saturday March 28, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this Intermediate Wood Lathe workshop, you’ll refine your spindle turning and hollowing techniques while creating an elegant, functional, or decorative goblet.
Your Instructor
Alan Becker
Alan Becker
Member, Instructor
This event has passed.
Saturday March 28, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this class, students will learn to light a small furnace properly, melt bronze or aluminum in a crucible, pack a two-part sand mold, and pour molten metal into the mold to create a three-dimensional object.
Your Instructor
Cia Thorne
Cia Thorne
Artist
This event has passed.
Saturday March 28, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cutting metal by hand can be exhausting, so why not learn how to make a robot do it for you? Take your metal work to the next level as you learn to process basic vector or CAD drawings into precision-cut steel designs with our CNC plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Alex Kensil (AK)
Instructor
This event has passed.
Saturday March 28, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This class covers the full screen printing workflow, from artwork preparation to screen creation and printing, while emphasizing safe operation, proper setup, and shop best practices. Students will learn how to use the screen printing press and create their own custom screens using the laser cutter.
Your Instructor
Carl Crossgrove
Carl Crossgrove
Thingmaker III
This event has passed.
Saturday March 28, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
This event has passed.
Saturday March 28, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
A Community Video Game Night at Make Santa Fe Welcome to 6 O’Clock Gaming! This is a casual, community-powered video game night where we plug in, power up, and play into the night! Bring your favorite console, a computer, and…
This event has passed.
Sunday March 29, 2026 · 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
The wooden bowl is a reflection of both utility and beauty—an inspiring craft form to experience. This 5 hour class introduces to the grains of wood as you learn the safe operation and techniques needed to turn wooden bowls on an electric lathe.
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
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Sunday March 29, 2026 · 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
This 2-hour, experience-based workshop is the perfect place to start screen printing! Take home some awesome Make Santa Fe swag that YOU screen print!  In this class, you’ll learn the fundamentals of screen printing using pre-made screens with a selection…
Your Instructor
Carl Crossgrove
Carl Crossgrove
Thingmaker III
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Monday March 30, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher

April

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Wednesday April 1, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
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Thursday April 2, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
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Thursday April 2, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Take your designs from idea to precise 2D plans using Fusion 360’s sketch tools. Learn how to create accurate drawings for laser cutting, CNC routing, and fabrication projects.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
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Friday April 3, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
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Friday April 3, 2026 · 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
A low-pressure way to connect, collaborate, and feel part of Santa Fe’s maker community.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
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Saturday April 4, 2026 · 8:00 am - 9:30 am
Join us for coffee and some light snacks on the first Saturday of the month. Make's studios will be open before classes to members to chat, socialize, and share what we're working on!
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
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Saturday April 4, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Whether you're new to metalworking or looking to expand your skillset, this hands-on class will introduce you to key concepts like machine setup, safety protocols, and basic turning techniques.
Your Instructor
Charles Henry
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Saturday April 4, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
At Make Santa Fe, this class focuses on building confidence with the CNC process through hands-on learning. You’ll explore how digital design, material selection, and toolpaths work together to shape wood and other materials. Combine problem solving and design thinking to bring your ideas to life.
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
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Saturday April 4, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Jens Butler
Jens Butler
Blacksmithing Instructor
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Saturday April 4, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
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Monday April 6, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
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Wednesday April 8, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
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Wednesday April 8, 2026 · 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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Thursday April 9, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
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Thursday April 9, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Build and visualize your ideas in three dimensions. Learn how to create parametric 3D models in Fusion 360 for CNC, 3D printing, and digital prototyping.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
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Friday April 10, 2026 · 4:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Join us for an evening of strategy, laughter, collaboration, and a little friendly competition at Board Game Night at Make Santa Fe. Whether you’re a seasoned tabletop tactician or someone who hasn’t touched a board game since Monopoly, this night…
Your Instructor
Meredith Garcia
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Friday April 10, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
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Saturday April 11, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cut just about anything with the Wazer water jet. Metal, glass, ceramic, rubber and much more. Waterjets use very high pressure water combined with an abrasive material to cut through many materials other CNC machines cant. Water jets can also cut very high detail compared to a plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
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Saturday April 11, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
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Saturday April 11, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn how to personalize just about anything by etching and cutting material using our 80-watt Red Sail laser cutter AND our 150-watt Boss LS-3655 laser cutter. Wood, ceramic, acrylic, paper, glass, you name it!
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
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Saturday April 11, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you dreaming of red-hot steel? Ready to consider how a power hammer can expand your capabilities and profit margin? Dive in and discover how to execute the techniques you’ve learned safely and effectively with our Say Mak 50kg hammer. You’ll go home with a functional fire poker!
Your Instructor
Steve Dulfer
Steve Dulfer
Blacksmithing Instructor
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Saturday April 11, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This hands-on class introduces the core building blocks of interactive electronics: inputs, outputs, and control. Participants will learn how microcontrollers read information from a sensor and translate that information into physical motion using motors.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
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Saturday April 11, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
The Shaper Origin blends digital precision with the flexibility of a handheld router, allowing makers to bring CNC accuracy directly to their material. In this class, students will learn how the tool interprets digital designs, how to properly prepare a workspace, and how to guide the Origin to create precise cuts, engravings, and joinery.
Your Instructor
Kaja Pool
Kaja Pool
Artist / Woodworking Instructor
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Saturday April 11, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
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Sunday April 12, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on learning the centuries-old craft of woodturning. Initially, a craft born out of necessity, using a lathe has gained tremendous popularity as a hobby over the last 50 years. Develop an understanding of how to safely operate a lathe while building wood grain knowledge in this beginner-friendly workshop. This is a satisfying craft and one where you can create things you’ll actually use!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
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Sunday April 12, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Are you a sewing enthusiast or a complete beginner eager to learn? Come and join our welcoming sewing community at Make Santa Fe. In this free meetup, we share our love for sewing & fiber arts like knitting, exchange ideas, and work on our projects together.
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Monday April 13, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
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Wednesday April 15, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
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Thursday April 16, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
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Thursday April 16, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
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Thursday April 16, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Fusion 360 for CNC is a hands-on, practical class focused on preparing parts for CNC milling using Autodesk Fusion 360. This class is designed for makers who want to move beyond design and into real-world fabrication by learning how to generate reliable, shop-ready toolpaths for CNC machines.
Your Instructor
James W. Johnson
James W. Johnson
Executive Director
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Friday April 17, 2026 · 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku! Join us for Fire Arts Night, a blazing celebration of molten creativity! This immersive evening showcases the dramatic beauty of fire-based making with live demonstrations in blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku ceramics. Watch as glowing steel is shaped on the…
Your Instructor
James W. Johnson
James W. Johnson
Executive Director
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Friday April 17, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
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Saturday April 18, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Steve Dulfer
Steve Dulfer
Blacksmithing Instructor
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Saturday April 18, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own project.
Your Instructor
Ilya Tinker
Ilya Tinker
Instructor
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Saturday April 18, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Create a simple tote bag while learning how to use a standard sewing machine & standard serger machine. You’ll learn when & how to use a serger to join fabrics, practice straight hemming, intro to patterns and more to make a functional bag while learning the basics of sewing.
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
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Saturday April 18, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
If you can imagine a shape, you can probably create it with the push of a button using 3D printing. Intricate patterns, useful gadgets, tools, jigs, and molds are common in 3D printing, only your imagination is the limit with 3D printing!
Your Instructor
Kevin Jones
Kevin Jones
3D Printing Teacher
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Saturday April 18, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn the wood-shop essentials—from jointing rough boards to confident table-saw cuts—in a supportive, women-centered session led by a female instructor. Leave with a finished hat/key rack, new skills, and a crew of sawdust sisters cheering you on.
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
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Saturday April 18, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
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Sunday April 19, 2026 · 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
The wooden bowl is a reflection of both utility and beauty—an inspiring craft form to experience. This 5 hour class introduces to the grains of wood as you learn the safe operation and techniques needed to turn wooden bowls on an electric lathe.
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
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Monday April 20, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
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Wednesday April 22, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
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Thursday April 23, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
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Thursday April 23, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
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Thursday April 23, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Sharp knifes are safe knifes! Join us for a quick introductory class on knife and blade sharpening.
Your Instructor
Jens Butler
Jens Butler
Blacksmithing Instructor
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Friday April 24, 2026 · 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Sharp tools are safe tools! Join us for a quick introductory class on hand tool sharpening.
Your Instructor
Julia Felix
Julia Felix
Violin Maker/MAKE Volunteer
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Friday April 24, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
We'll break out our various sharpening machines and jigs and sharpen our bladed tools, including lathe tools, chisels, blades, and knives.
Your Instructor
Julia Felix
Julia Felix
Violin Maker/MAKE Volunteer
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Friday April 24, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
An open meeting for members to hear directly from the Board of Directors, ask questions, and participate in a conversation about governance, transparency, and the future of Make Santa Fe.
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Saturday April 25, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Kick off your exploration of microcontrollers, small electrical circuits, and programming using MicroBlocks (a visual coding platform perfect for the Arduino or ESP32). This class is perfect for anyone wanting to create IOT devices, robots, remote control cars, or anything else that uses small electrical components!
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
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Saturday April 25, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Dive into the world of industrial sewing! In this hands-on course, you'll create a simple, durable heavy canvas and leather ditty bag while gaining an overview of Industrial Sewing.  You’ll learn on various industrial sewing machines: we have a Juki, Singer walking foot, and SailRite. 
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
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Saturday April 25, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn the essential techniques for designing and turning a well-fitted, functional lidded box. Whether your style is simple and refined or highly decorative, this class will help you refine your skills and expand your creative possibilities.
Your Instructor
Don Wilson
Don Wilson
Wood Turning Instructor
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Saturday April 25, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this class, students will learn to light a small furnace properly, melt bronze or aluminum in a crucible, pack a two-part sand mold, and pour molten metal into the mold to create a three-dimensional object.
Your Instructor
Cia Thorne
Cia Thorne
Artist
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Saturday April 25, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This class covers the full screen printing workflow, from artwork preparation to screen creation and printing, while emphasizing safe operation, proper setup, and shop best practices. Students will learn how to use the screen printing press and create their own custom screens using the laser cutter.
Your Instructor
Carl Crossgrove
Carl Crossgrove
Thingmaker III
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Saturday April 25, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
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Saturday April 25, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
A Community Video Game Night at Make Santa Fe Welcome to 6 O’Clock Gaming! This is a casual, community-powered video game night where we plug in, power up, and play into the night! Bring your favorite console, a computer, and…
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Monday April 27, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
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Wednesday April 29, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher

May

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Friday May 1, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
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Friday May 1, 2026 · 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
A low-pressure way to connect, collaborate, and feel part of Santa Fe’s maker community.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
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Saturday May 2, 2026 · 8:00 am - 9:30 am
Join us for coffee and some light snacks on the first Saturday of the month. Make's studios will be open before classes to members to chat, socialize, and share what we're working on!
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
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Saturday May 2, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
At Make Santa Fe, this class focuses on building confidence with the CNC process through hands-on learning. You’ll explore how digital design, material selection, and toolpaths work together to shape wood and other materials. Combine problem solving and design thinking to bring your ideas to life.
Your Instructor
James W. Johnson
James W. Johnson
Executive Director
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Saturday May 2, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Jens Butler
Jens Butler
Blacksmithing Instructor
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Saturday May 2, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This hands-on class introduces students to the fundamentals of machining using a milling machine. Learn how to safely and accurately operate a milling machine to shape metal, create precise parts, and enhance your metalworking skills.
Your Instructor
Charles Henry
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Saturday May 2, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cutting metal by hand can be exhausting, so why not learn how to make a robot do it for you? Take your metal work to the next level as you learn to process basic vector or CAD drawings into precision-cut steel designs with our CNC plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Cia Thorne
Cia Thorne
Artist
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Saturday May 2, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
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Sunday May 3, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Are you a sewing enthusiast or a complete beginner eager to learn? Come and join our welcoming sewing community at Make Santa Fe. In this free meetup, we share our love for sewing & fiber arts like knitting, exchange ideas, and work on our projects together.
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Monday May 4, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
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Wednesday May 6, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own project.
Your Instructor
Ethan Logan
Ethan Logan
Volunteer
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Wednesday May 6, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
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Thursday May 7, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Thursday May 7, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Take your designs from idea to precise 2D plans using Fusion 360’s sketch tools. Learn how to create accurate drawings for laser cutting, CNC routing, and fabrication projects.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
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Friday May 8, 2026 · 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us for an evening of strategy, laughter, collaboration, and a little friendly competition at Board Game Night at Make Santa Fe. Whether you’re a seasoned tabletop tactician or someone who hasn’t touched a board game since Monopoly, this night…
Your Instructor
Meredith Garcia
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Friday May 8, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
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Friday May 8, 2026 · 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
A night of stand-up comedy to support Make Santa Fe - featuring a killer lineup of local comedians, hosted by MaryClaire Potts. Come laugh, hang out, and support your favorite makerspace.
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Saturday May 9, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cut just about anything with the Wazer water jet. Metal, glass, ceramic, rubber and much more. Waterjets use very high pressure water combined with an abrasive material to cut through many materials other CNC machines cant. Water jets can also cut very high detail compared to a plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
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Saturday May 9, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn how to personalize just about anything by etching and cutting material using our 80-watt Red Sail laser cutter AND our 150-watt Boss LS-3655 laser cutter. Wood, ceramic, acrylic, paper, glass, you name it!
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
This event has passed.
Saturday May 9, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
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Saturday May 9, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This badge class is your gateway to three essential machines in our leather studio: the Tippmann Boss Handstitcher, the leather splitter, and the leather embosser. Whether you’re crafting bags, belts, or custom gear, these tools are foundational to working with leather at Make.
Your Instructor
Leon Harms
Leon Harms
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Saturday May 9, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you dreaming of red-hot steel? Ready to consider how a power hammer can expand your capabilities and profit margin? Dive in and discover how to execute the techniques you’ve learned safely and effectively with our Say Mak 50kg hammer. You’ll go home with a functional fire poker!
Your Instructor
Steve Dulfer
Steve Dulfer
Blacksmithing Instructor
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Saturday May 9, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This hands-on class introduces the core building blocks of interactive electronics: inputs, outputs, and control. Participants will learn how microcontrollers read information from a sensor and translate that information into physical motion using motors.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
This event has passed.
Saturday May 9, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
This event has passed.
Sunday May 10, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on learning the centuries-old craft of woodturning. Initially, a craft born out of necessity, using a lathe has gained tremendous popularity as a hobby over the last 50 years. Develop an understanding of how to safely operate a lathe while building wood grain knowledge in this beginner-friendly workshop. This is a satisfying craft and one where you can create things you’ll actually use!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
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Sunday May 10, 2026 · 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Get hands-on with soldering in this focused 2-hour Electronics 201 workshop. You’ll practice clean soldering technique, assemble a simple circuit, and leave with stronger skills and a completed project.
Your Instructor
Alexander Leder
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Monday May 11, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Wednesday May 13, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday May 14, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Thursday May 14, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
The lotus-fold book (also sometimes called an origami-fold book) is a joy to open and explore and makes a striking gift for friends and family.
Your Instructor
Lori de Ravello
Lori de Ravello
Thursday May 14, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Step beyond the basics and forge your own punch tool with Steve Dulfer in this focused 2-hour blacksmithing workshop. You’ll leave with new skills and a tool you made yourself.
Your Instructor
Steve Dulfer
Steve Dulfer
Blacksmithing Instructor
Thursday May 14, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Build and visualize your ideas in three dimensions. Learn how to create parametric 3D models in Fusion 360 for CNC, 3D printing, and digital prototyping.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
Friday May 15, 2026 · 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku! Join us for Fire Arts Night, a blazing celebration of molten creativity! This immersive evening showcases the dramatic beauty of fire-based making with live demonstrations in blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku ceramics. Watch as glowing steel is shaped on the…
Your Instructor
James W. Johnson
James W. Johnson
Executive Director
Friday May 15, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Saturday May 16, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Steve Dulfer
Steve Dulfer
Blacksmithing Instructor
Saturday May 16, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
Saturday May 16, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own project.
Your Instructor
Ilya Tinker
Ilya Tinker
Instructor
Saturday May 16, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Create a simple tote bag while learning how to use a standard sewing machine & standard serger machine. You’ll learn when & how to use a serger to join fabrics, practice straight hemming, intro to patterns and more to make a functional bag while learning the basics of sewing.
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
Saturday May 16, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
If you can imagine a shape, you can probably create it with the push of a button using 3D printing. Intricate patterns, useful gadgets, tools, jigs, and molds are common in 3D printing, only your imagination is the limit with 3D printing!
Your Instructor
Kevin Jones
Kevin Jones
3D Printing Teacher
Saturday May 16, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Sunday May 17, 2026 · 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
The wooden bowl is a reflection of both utility and beauty—an inspiring craft form to experience. This 5 hour class introduces to the grains of wood as you learn the safe operation and techniques needed to turn wooden bowls on an electric lathe.
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
Monday May 18, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Tuesday May 19, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Tuesday May 19, 2026 · 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wednesday May 20, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday May 21, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
Thursday May 21, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday May 21, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Thursday May 21, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Discover the art and technique of metal joining in this hands-on class designed for makers, artists, and metalworkers of all skill levels. Brazing is a versatile, torch-based process that lets you fuse metal together cleanly, precisely, and with strength—without melting the base material.
Your Instructor
Ethan Logan
Ethan Logan
Volunteer
Thursday May 21, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Fusion 360 for CNC is a hands-on, practical class focused on preparing parts for CNC milling using Autodesk Fusion 360. This class is designed for makers who want to move beyond design and into real-world fabrication by learning how to generate reliable, shop-ready toolpaths for CNC machines.
Your Instructor
James W. Johnson
James W. Johnson
Executive Director
Friday May 22, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
We'll break out our various sharpening machines and jigs and sharpen our bladed tools, including lathe tools, chisels, blades, and knives.
Your Instructor
Julia Felix
Julia Felix
Violin Maker/MAKE Volunteer
Friday May 22, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Saturday May 23, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Dive into the world of industrial sewing! In this hands-on course, you'll create a simple, durable heavy canvas and leather ditty bag while gaining an overview of Industrial Sewing.  You’ll learn on various industrial sewing machines: we have a Juki, Singer walking foot, and SailRite. 
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
Saturday May 23, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this class, students will learn to light a small furnace properly, melt bronze or aluminum in a crucible, pack a two-part sand mold, and pour molten metal into the mold to create a three-dimensional object.
Your Instructor
Cia Thorne
Cia Thorne
Artist
Saturday May 23, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Take your woodturning skills to the next level in this Intermediate Wood Lathe workshop, where you'll create beautifully turned platters and trays.
Your Instructor
Don Wilson
Don Wilson
Wood Turning Instructor
Saturday May 23, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This class covers the full screen printing workflow, from artwork preparation to screen creation and printing, while emphasizing safe operation, proper setup, and shop best practices. Students will learn how to use the screen printing press and create their own custom screens using the laser cutter.
Your Instructor
Carl Crossgrove
Carl Crossgrove
Thingmaker III
Saturday May 23, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Sunday May 24, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Kick off your exploration of microcontrollers, small electrical circuits, and programming using MicroBlocks (a visual coding platform perfect for the Arduino or ESP32). This class is perfect for anyone wanting to create IOT devices, robots, remote control cars, or anything else that uses small electrical components!
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Monday May 25, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Wednesday May 27, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Wednesday May 27, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Free for Members! Sharp tools are safe tools! Join us for a quick introductory class on hand tool sharpening.
Your Instructor
Julia Felix
Julia Felix
Violin Maker/MAKE Volunteer
Thursday May 28, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Thursday May 28, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Sharp knifes are safe knifes! Join us for a quick introductory class on knife and blade sharpening.
Friday May 29, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Saturday May 30, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Saturday May 30, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
A Community Video Game Night at Make Santa Fe Welcome to 6 O’Clock Gaming! This is a casual, community-powered video game night where we plug in, power up, and play into the night! Bring your favorite console, a computer, and…
Sunday May 31, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Experience an introduction to the art of Silversmithing with this Nonferrous Metalsmithing workshop, where you’ll craft a stunning 6″ copper bowl using traditional sinking techniques!
Your Instructor
James Ryan
James Ryan
Instructor, Metalsmith, Artist

June

Monday June 1, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Wednesday June 3, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday June 4, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Thursday June 4, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Take your designs from idea to precise 2D plans using Fusion 360’s sketch tools. Learn how to create accurate drawings for laser cutting, CNC routing, and fabrication projects.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
Friday June 5, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Friday June 5, 2026 · 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
A low-pressure way to connect, collaborate, and feel part of Santa Fe’s maker community.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
Saturday June 6, 2026 · 8:00 am - 9:30 am
Join us for coffee and some light snacks on the first Saturday of the month. Make's studios will be open before classes to members to chat, socialize, and share what we're working on!
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
Saturday June 6, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
At Make Santa Fe, this class focuses on building confidence with the CNC process through hands-on learning. You’ll explore how digital design, material selection, and toolpaths work together to shape wood and other materials. Combine problem solving and design thinking to bring your ideas to life.
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
Saturday June 6, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Jens Butler
Jens Butler
Blacksmithing Instructor
Saturday June 6, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Whether you're new to metalworking or looking to expand your skillset, this hands-on class will introduce you to key concepts like machine setup, safety protocols, and basic turning techniques.
Your Instructor
Charles Henry
Saturday June 6, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Sunday June 7, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Unlock the potential of CNC woodworking with our hands-on, project-based course designed for aspiring makers and professionals. Over four weeks, you’ll gain comprehensive knowledge and practical experience with the ShopBot 48×96 PRSAlpha. From understanding the basics of CNC machinery to…
Your Instructor
James W. Johnson
James W. Johnson
Executive Director
Sunday June 7, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Are you a sewing enthusiast or a complete beginner eager to learn? Come and join our welcoming sewing community at Make Santa Fe. In this free meetup, we share our love for sewing & fiber arts like knitting, exchange ideas, and work on our projects together.
Monday June 8, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Wednesday June 10, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday June 11, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This hands-on class introduces the core building blocks of interactive electronics: inputs, outputs, and control. Participants will learn how microcontrollers read information from a sensor and translate that information into physical motion using motors.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Thursday June 11, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Step beyond the basics and forge your own punch tool with Steve Dulfer in this focused 2-hour blacksmithing workshop. You’ll leave with new skills and a tool you made yourself.
Your Instructor
Steve Dulfer
Steve Dulfer
Blacksmithing Instructor
Thursday June 11, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Build and visualize your ideas in three dimensions. Learn how to create parametric 3D models in Fusion 360 for CNC, 3D printing, and digital prototyping.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
Friday June 12, 2026 · 4:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Join us for an evening of strategy, laughter, collaboration, and a little friendly competition at Board Game Night at Make Santa Fe. Whether you’re a seasoned tabletop tactician or someone who hasn’t touched a board game since Monopoly, this night…
Your Instructor
Meredith Garcia
Friday June 12, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Saturday June 13, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you dreaming of red-hot steel? Ready to consider how a power hammer can expand your capabilities and profit margin? Dive in and discover how to execute the techniques you’ve learned safely and effectively with our Say Mak 50kg hammer. You’ll go home with a functional fire poker!
Your Instructor
Steve Dulfer
Steve Dulfer
Blacksmithing Instructor
Saturday June 13, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
The Shaper Origin blends digital precision with the flexibility of a handheld router, allowing makers to bring CNC accuracy directly to their material. In this class, students will learn how the tool interprets digital designs, how to properly prepare a workspace, and how to guide the Origin to create precise cuts, engravings, and joinery.
Your Instructor
Kaja Pool
Kaja Pool
Artist / Woodworking Instructor
Saturday June 13, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Saturday June 13, 2026 · 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
A hands-on introduction to creating expressive real-time 3D visuals in TouchDesigner, designed for artists and creatives new to the platform.
Saturday June 13, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This badge class is your gateway to three essential machines in our leather studio: the Tippmann Boss Handstitcher, the leather splitter, and the leather embosser. Whether you’re crafting bags, belts, or custom gear, these tools are foundational to working with leather at Make.
Your Instructor
Leon Harms
Leon Harms
Saturday June 13, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Sunday June 14, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on learning the centuries-old craft of woodturning. Initially, a craft born out of necessity, using a lathe has gained tremendous popularity as a hobby over the last 50 years. Develop an understanding of how to safely operate a lathe while building wood grain knowledge in this beginner-friendly workshop. This is a satisfying craft and one where you can create things you’ll actually use!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
Sunday June 14, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Unlock the potential of CNC woodworking with our hands-on, project-based course designed for aspiring makers and professionals. Over four weeks, you’ll gain comprehensive knowledge and practical experience with the ShopBot 48×96 PRSAlpha. From understanding the basics of CNC machinery to…
Your Instructor
James W. Johnson
James W. Johnson
Executive Director
Sunday June 14, 2026 · 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Get hands-on with soldering in this focused 2-hour Electronics 201 workshop. You’ll practice clean soldering technique, assemble a simple circuit, and leave with stronger skills and a completed project.
Your Instructor
Alexander Leder
Monday June 15, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Wednesday June 17, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday June 18, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn how to personalize just about anything by etching and cutting material using our 80-watt Red Sail laser cutter AND our 150-watt Boss LS-3655 laser cutter. Wood, ceramic, acrylic, paper, glass, you name it!
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Thursday June 18, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
Thursday June 18, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Thursday June 18, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Fusion 360 for CNC is a hands-on, practical class focused on preparing parts for CNC milling using Autodesk Fusion 360. This class is designed for makers who want to move beyond design and into real-world fabrication by learning how to generate reliable, shop-ready toolpaths for CNC machines.
Your Instructor
James W. Johnson
James W. Johnson
Executive Director
Friday June 19, 2026 · 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku! Join us for Fire Arts Night, a blazing celebration of molten creativity! This immersive evening showcases the dramatic beauty of fire-based making with live demonstrations in blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku ceramics. Watch as glowing steel is shaped on the…
Your Instructor
James W. Johnson
James W. Johnson
Executive Director
Friday June 19, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Saturday June 20, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cut just about anything with the Wazer water jet. Metal, glass, ceramic, rubber and much more. Waterjets use very high pressure water combined with an abrasive material to cut through many materials other CNC machines cant. Water jets can also cut very high detail compared to a plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
Saturday June 20, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Steve Dulfer
Steve Dulfer
Blacksmithing Instructor
Saturday June 20, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own project.
Your Instructor
Ilya Tinker
Ilya Tinker
Instructor
Saturday June 20, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Create a simple tote bag while learning how to use a standard sewing machine & standard serger machine. You’ll learn when & how to use a serger to join fabrics, practice straight hemming, intro to patterns and more to make a functional bag while learning the basics of sewing.
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
Saturday June 20, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
If you can imagine a shape, you can probably create it with the push of a button using 3D printing. Intricate patterns, useful gadgets, tools, jigs, and molds are common in 3D printing, only your imagination is the limit with 3D printing!
Your Instructor
Kevin Jones
Kevin Jones
3D Printing Teacher
Saturday June 20, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn the wood-shop essentials—from jointing rough boards to confident table-saw cuts—in a supportive, women-centered session led by a female instructor. Leave with a finished hat/key rack, new skills, and a crew of sawdust sisters cheering you on.
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
Saturday June 20, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Sunday June 21, 2026 · 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
The wooden bowl is a reflection of both utility and beauty—an inspiring craft form to experience. This 5 hour class introduces to the grains of wood as you learn the safe operation and techniques needed to turn wooden bowls on an electric lathe.
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
Sunday June 21, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Unlock the potential of CNC woodworking with our hands-on, project-based course designed for aspiring makers and professionals. Over four weeks, you’ll gain comprehensive knowledge and practical experience with the ShopBot 48×96 PRSAlpha. From understanding the basics of CNC machinery to…
Your Instructor
James W. Johnson
James W. Johnson
Executive Director
Monday June 22, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Wednesday June 24, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Wednesday June 24, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Free for Members! Sharp tools are safe tools! Join us for a quick introductory class on hand tool sharpening.
Your Instructor
Julia Felix
Julia Felix
Violin Maker/MAKE Volunteer
Thursday June 25, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday June 25, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Thursday June 25, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Sharp knifes are safe knifes! Join us for a quick introductory class on knife and blade sharpening.
Your Instructor
Jens Butler
Jens Butler
Blacksmithing Instructor
Friday June 26, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
We'll break out our various sharpening machines and jigs and sharpen our bladed tools, including lathe tools, chisels, blades, and knives.
Friday June 26, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Saturday June 27, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This class covers the full screen printing workflow, from artwork preparation to screen creation and printing, while emphasizing safe operation, proper setup, and shop best practices. Students will learn how to use the screen printing press and create their own custom screens using the laser cutter.
Your Instructor
Carl Crossgrove
Carl Crossgrove
Thingmaker III
Saturday June 27, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this Intermediate Wood Lathe workshop, you’ll refine your spindle turning and hollowing techniques while creating an elegant, functional, or decorative goblet.
Your Instructor
Alan Becker
Alan Becker
Member, Instructor
Saturday June 27, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Kick off your exploration of microcontrollers, small electrical circuits, and programming using MicroBlocks (a visual coding platform perfect for the Arduino or ESP32). This class is perfect for anyone wanting to create IOT devices, robots, remote control cars, or anything else that uses small electrical components!
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Saturday June 27, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Dive into the world of industrial sewing! In this hands-on course, you'll create a simple, durable heavy canvas and leather ditty bag while gaining an overview of Industrial Sewing.  You’ll learn on various industrial sewing machines: we have a Juki, Singer walking foot, and SailRite. 
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
Saturday June 27, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cutting metal by hand can be exhausting, so why not learn how to make a robot do it for you? Take your metal work to the next level as you learn to process basic vector or CAD drawings into precision-cut steel designs with our CNC plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Alex Kensil (AK)
Instructor
Saturday June 27, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this class, students will learn to light a small furnace properly, melt bronze or aluminum in a crucible, pack a two-part sand mold, and pour molten metal into the mold to create a three-dimensional object.
Your Instructor
Cia Thorne
Cia Thorne
Artist
Saturday June 27, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Saturday June 27, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
A Community Video Game Night at Make Santa Fe Welcome to 6 O’Clock Gaming! This is a casual, community-powered video game night where we plug in, power up, and play into the night! Bring your favorite console, a computer, and…
Sunday June 28, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Unlock the potential of CNC woodworking with our hands-on, project-based course designed for aspiring makers and professionals. Over four weeks, you’ll gain comprehensive knowledge and practical experience with the ShopBot 48×96 PRSAlpha. From understanding the basics of CNC machinery to…
Your Instructor
James W. Johnson
James W. Johnson
Executive Director
Sunday June 28, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Experience an introduction to the art of Silversmithing with this Nonferrous Metalsmithing workshop, where you’ll craft a stunning 6″ copper bowl using traditional sinking techniques!
Your Instructor
James Ryan
James Ryan
Instructor, Metalsmith, Artist
Monday June 29, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher

July

Wednesday July 1, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday July 2, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own project.
Your Instructor
William Beall
William Beall
Instructor
Thursday July 2, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Thursday July 2, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Take your designs from idea to precise 2D plans using Fusion 360’s sketch tools. Learn how to create accurate drawings for laser cutting, CNC routing, and fabrication projects.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
Friday July 3, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Friday July 3, 2026 · 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
A low-pressure way to connect, collaborate, and feel part of Santa Fe’s maker community.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
Saturday July 4, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Saturday July 4, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Sunday July 5, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Are you a sewing enthusiast or a complete beginner eager to learn? Come and join our welcoming sewing community at Make Santa Fe. In this free meetup, we share our love for sewing & fiber arts like knitting, exchange ideas, and work on our projects together.
Monday July 6, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Wednesday July 8, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Wednesday July 8, 2026 · 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Get Track-Ready with Us! Join us at Make Santa Fe for hands-on Build & Test Days leading up to Power Tool Racing! Whether you’re a seasoned fabricator or a first-time builder, these open shop sessions are your chance to design,…
Your Instructor
James W. Johnson
James W. Johnson
Executive Director
Thursday July 9, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Thursday July 9, 2026 · 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Get Track-Ready with Us! Join us at Make Santa Fe for hands-on Build & Test Days leading up to Power Tool Racing! Whether you’re a seasoned fabricator or a first-time builder, these open shop sessions are your chance to design,…
Your Instructor
James W. Johnson
James W. Johnson
Executive Director
Thursday July 9, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Step beyond the basics and forge your own punch tool with Steve Dulfer in this focused 2-hour blacksmithing workshop. You’ll leave with new skills and a tool you made yourself.
Your Instructor
Steve Dulfer
Steve Dulfer
Blacksmithing Instructor
Thursday July 9, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Build and visualize your ideas in three dimensions. Learn how to create parametric 3D models in Fusion 360 for CNC, 3D printing, and digital prototyping.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
Friday July 10, 2026 · 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Get Track-Ready with Us! Join us at Make Santa Fe for hands-on Build & Test Days leading up to Power Tool Racing! Whether you’re a seasoned fabricator or a first-time builder, these open shop sessions are your chance to design,…
Your Instructor
James W. Johnson
James W. Johnson
Executive Director
Friday July 10, 2026 · 4:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Join us for an evening of strategy, laughter, collaboration, and a little friendly competition at Board Game Night at Make Santa Fe. Whether you’re a seasoned tabletop tactician or someone who hasn’t touched a board game since Monopoly, this night…
Your Instructor
Meredith Garcia
Friday July 10, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Saturday July 11, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you dreaming of red-hot steel? Ready to consider how a power hammer can expand your capabilities and profit margin? Dive in and discover how to execute the techniques you’ve learned safely and effectively with our Say Mak 50kg hammer. You’ll go home with a functional fire poker!
Your Instructor
Steve Dulfer
Steve Dulfer
Blacksmithing Instructor
Saturday July 11, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This hands-on class introduces the core building blocks of interactive electronics: inputs, outputs, and control. Participants will learn how microcontrollers read information from a sensor and translate that information into physical motion using motors.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Saturday July 11, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cut just about anything with the Wazer water jet. Metal, glass, ceramic, rubber and much more. Waterjets use very high pressure water combined with an abrasive material to cut through many materials other CNC machines cant. Water jets can also cut very high detail compared to a plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
Saturday July 11, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn how to personalize just about anything by etching and cutting material using our 80-watt Red Sail laser cutter AND our 150-watt Boss LS-3655 laser cutter. Wood, ceramic, acrylic, paper, glass, you name it!
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Saturday July 11, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Saturday July 11, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This badge class is your gateway to three essential machines in our leather studio: the Tippmann Boss Handstitcher, the leather splitter, and the leather embosser. Whether you’re crafting bags, belts, or custom gear, these tools are foundational to working with leather at Make.
Your Instructor
Leon Harms
Leon Harms
Saturday July 11, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Saturday July 11, 2026 · 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Supersized, turbocharged, and turned up to eleven! Power Tool Racing returns to Make Santa Fe for another year of outrageous competition, absurd engineering, and summer-fueled chaos.
Sunday July 12, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on learning the centuries-old craft of woodturning. Initially, a craft born out of necessity, using a lathe has gained tremendous popularity as a hobby over the last 50 years. Develop an understanding of how to safely operate a lathe while building wood grain knowledge in this beginner-friendly workshop. This is a satisfying craft and one where you can create things you’ll actually use!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
Sunday July 12, 2026 · 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Get hands-on with soldering in this focused 2-hour Electronics 201 workshop. You’ll practice clean soldering technique, assemble a simple circuit, and leave with stronger skills and a completed project.
Your Instructor
Alexander Leder
Monday July 13, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Wednesday July 15, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday July 16, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
Thursday July 16, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Thursday July 16, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Fusion 360 for CNC is a hands-on, practical class focused on preparing parts for CNC milling using Autodesk Fusion 360. This class is designed for makers who want to move beyond design and into real-world fabrication by learning how to generate reliable, shop-ready toolpaths for CNC machines.
Your Instructor
James W. Johnson
James W. Johnson
Executive Director
Friday July 17, 2026 · 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku! Join us for Fire Arts Night, a blazing celebration of molten creativity! This immersive evening showcases the dramatic beauty of fire-based making with live demonstrations in blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku ceramics. Watch as glowing steel is shaped on the…
Your Instructor
James W. Johnson
James W. Johnson
Executive Director
Friday July 17, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Saturday July 18, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Steve Dulfer
Steve Dulfer
Blacksmithing Instructor
Saturday July 18, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
Saturday July 18, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own project.
Your Instructor
Ilya Tinker
Ilya Tinker
Instructor
Saturday July 18, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Create a simple tote bag while learning how to use a standard sewing machine & standard serger machine. You’ll learn when & how to use a serger to join fabrics, practice straight hemming, intro to patterns and more to make a functional bag while learning the basics of sewing.
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
Saturday July 18, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Sunday July 19, 2026 · 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
The wooden bowl is a reflection of both utility and beauty—an inspiring craft form to experience. This 5 hour class introduces to the grains of wood as you learn the safe operation and techniques needed to turn wooden bowls on an electric lathe.
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
Monday July 20, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Wednesday July 22, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday July 23, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday July 23, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Friday July 24, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Saturday July 25, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This class covers the full screen printing workflow, from artwork preparation to screen creation and printing, while emphasizing safe operation, proper setup, and shop best practices. Students will learn how to use the screen printing press and create their own custom screens using the laser cutter.
Your Instructor
Carl Crossgrove
Carl Crossgrove
Thingmaker III
Saturday July 25, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Kick off your exploration of microcontrollers, small electrical circuits, and programming using MicroBlocks (a visual coding platform perfect for the Arduino or ESP32). This class is perfect for anyone wanting to create IOT devices, robots, remote control cars, or anything else that uses small electrical components!
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Saturday July 25, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Dive into the world of industrial sewing! In this hands-on course, you'll create a simple, durable heavy canvas and leather ditty bag while gaining an overview of Industrial Sewing.  You’ll learn on various industrial sewing machines: we have a Juki, Singer walking foot, and SailRite. 
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
Saturday July 25, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn the essential techniques for designing and turning a well-fitted, functional lidded box. Whether your style is simple and refined or highly decorative, this class will help you refine your skills and expand your creative possibilities.
Your Instructor
Don Wilson
Don Wilson
Wood Turning Instructor
Saturday July 25, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cutting metal by hand can be exhausting, so why not learn how to make a robot do it for you? Take your metal work to the next level as you learn to process basic vector or CAD drawings into precision-cut steel designs with our CNC plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Alex Kensil (AK)
Instructor
Saturday July 25, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this class, students will learn to light a small furnace properly, melt bronze or aluminum in a crucible, pack a two-part sand mold, and pour molten metal into the mold to create a three-dimensional object.
Your Instructor
Cia Thorne
Cia Thorne
Artist
Saturday July 25, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Saturday July 25, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
A Community Video Game Night at Make Santa Fe Welcome to 6 O’Clock Gaming! This is a casual, community-powered video game night where we plug in, power up, and play into the night! Bring your favorite console, a computer, and…
Sunday July 26, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Experience an introduction to the art of Silversmithing with this Nonferrous Metalsmithing workshop, where you’ll craft a stunning 6″ copper bowl using traditional sinking techniques!
Your Instructor
James Ryan
James Ryan
Instructor, Metalsmith, Artist
Sunday July 26, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
If you can imagine a shape, you can probably create it with the push of a button using 3D printing. Intricate patterns, useful gadgets, tools, jigs, and molds are common in 3D printing, only your imagination is the limit with 3D printing!
Your Instructor
Kevin Jones
Kevin Jones
3D Printing Teacher
Monday July 27, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Wednesday July 29, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Wednesday July 29, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Free for Members! Sharp tools are safe tools! Join us for a quick introductory class on hand tool sharpening.
Your Instructor
Julia Felix
Julia Felix
Violin Maker/MAKE Volunteer
Thursday July 30, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Thursday July 30, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Sharp knifes are safe knifes! Join us for a quick introductory class on knife and blade sharpening.
Your Instructor
Jens Butler
Jens Butler
Blacksmithing Instructor
Friday July 31, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven

August

Saturday August 1, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
At Make Santa Fe, this class focuses on building confidence with the CNC process through hands-on learning. You’ll explore how digital design, material selection, and toolpaths work together to shape wood and other materials. Combine problem solving and design thinking to bring your ideas to life.
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
Saturday August 1, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Whether you're new to metalworking or looking to expand your skillset, this hands-on class will introduce you to key concepts like machine setup, safety protocols, and basic turning techniques.
Your Instructor
Charles Henry
Saturday August 1, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Jens Butler
Jens Butler
Blacksmithing Instructor
Saturday August 1, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Sunday August 2, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Are you a sewing enthusiast or a complete beginner eager to learn? Come and join our welcoming sewing community at Make Santa Fe. In this free meetup, we share our love for sewing & fiber arts like knitting, exchange ideas, and work on our projects together.
Monday August 3, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Wednesday August 5, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday August 6, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own project.
Your Instructor
William Beall
William Beall
Instructor
Thursday August 6, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Thursday August 6, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Take your designs from idea to precise 2D plans using Fusion 360’s sketch tools. Learn how to create accurate drawings for laser cutting, CNC routing, and fabrication projects.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
Friday August 7, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Friday August 7, 2026 · 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
A low-pressure way to connect, collaborate, and feel part of Santa Fe’s maker community.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
Saturday August 8, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This badge class is your gateway to three essential machines in our leather studio: the Tippmann Boss Handstitcher, the leather splitter, and the leather embosser. Whether you’re crafting bags, belts, or custom gear, these tools are foundational to working with leather at Make.
Your Instructor
Leon Harms
Leon Harms
Saturday August 8, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
The Shaper Origin blends digital precision with the flexibility of a handheld router, allowing makers to bring CNC accuracy directly to their material. In this class, students will learn how the tool interprets digital designs, how to properly prepare a workspace, and how to guide the Origin to create precise cuts, engravings, and joinery.
Your Instructor
Kaja Pool
Kaja Pool
Artist / Woodworking Instructor
Saturday August 8, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you dreaming of red-hot steel? Ready to consider how a power hammer can expand your capabilities and profit margin? Dive in and discover how to execute the techniques you’ve learned safely and effectively with our Say Mak 50kg hammer. You’ll go home with a functional fire poker!
Your Instructor
Steve Dulfer
Steve Dulfer
Blacksmithing Instructor
Saturday August 8, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This hands-on class introduces the core building blocks of interactive electronics: inputs, outputs, and control. Participants will learn how microcontrollers read information from a sensor and translate that information into physical motion using motors.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Saturday August 8, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cut just about anything with the Wazer water jet. Metal, glass, ceramic, rubber and much more. Waterjets use very high pressure water combined with an abrasive material to cut through many materials other CNC machines cant. Water jets can also cut very high detail compared to a plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
Saturday August 8, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn how to personalize just about anything by etching and cutting material using our 80-watt Red Sail laser cutter AND our 150-watt Boss LS-3655 laser cutter. Wood, ceramic, acrylic, paper, glass, you name it!
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Saturday August 8, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Saturday August 8, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Sunday August 9, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on learning the centuries-old craft of woodturning. Initially, a craft born out of necessity, using a lathe has gained tremendous popularity as a hobby over the last 50 years. Develop an understanding of how to safely operate a lathe while building wood grain knowledge in this beginner-friendly workshop. This is a satisfying craft and one where you can create things you’ll actually use!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
Monday August 10, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Wednesday August 12, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday August 13, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Thursday August 13, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Build and visualize your ideas in three dimensions. Learn how to create parametric 3D models in Fusion 360 for CNC, 3D printing, and digital prototyping.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
Friday August 14, 2026 · 4:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Join us for an evening of strategy, laughter, collaboration, and a little friendly competition at Board Game Night at Make Santa Fe. Whether you’re a seasoned tabletop tactician or someone who hasn’t touched a board game since Monopoly, this night…
Your Instructor
Meredith Garcia
Friday August 14, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Saturday August 15, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Steve Dulfer
Steve Dulfer
Blacksmithing Instructor
Saturday August 15, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own project.
Your Instructor
Ilya Tinker
Ilya Tinker
Instructor
Saturday August 15, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Create a simple tote bag while learning how to use a standard sewing machine & standard serger machine. You’ll learn when & how to use a serger to join fabrics, practice straight hemming, intro to patterns and more to make a functional bag while learning the basics of sewing.
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
Saturday August 15, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn the wood-shop essentials—from jointing rough boards to confident table-saw cuts—in a supportive, women-centered session led by a female instructor. Leave with a finished hat/key rack, new skills, and a crew of sawdust sisters cheering you on.
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
Saturday August 15, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
If you can imagine a shape, you can probably create it with the push of a button using 3D printing. Intricate patterns, useful gadgets, tools, jigs, and molds are common in 3D printing, only your imagination is the limit with 3D printing!
Your Instructor
Kevin Jones
Kevin Jones
3D Printing Teacher
Saturday August 15, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Monday August 17, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Wednesday August 19, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday August 20, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
Thursday August 20, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday August 20, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Thursday August 20, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Fusion 360 for CNC is a hands-on, practical class focused on preparing parts for CNC milling using Autodesk Fusion 360. This class is designed for makers who want to move beyond design and into real-world fabrication by learning how to generate reliable, shop-ready toolpaths for CNC machines.
Your Instructor
James W. Johnson
James W. Johnson
Executive Director
Friday August 21, 2026 · 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku! Join us for Fire Arts Night, a blazing celebration of molten creativity! This immersive evening showcases the dramatic beauty of fire-based making with live demonstrations in blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku ceramics. Watch as glowing steel is shaped on the…
Your Instructor
James W. Johnson
James W. Johnson
Executive Director
Friday August 21, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Saturday August 22, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this class, students will learn to light a small furnace properly, melt bronze or aluminum in a crucible, pack a two-part sand mold, and pour molten metal into the mold to create a three-dimensional object.
Your Instructor
Cia Thorne
Cia Thorne
Artist
Saturday August 22, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This class covers the full screen printing workflow, from artwork preparation to screen creation and printing, while emphasizing safe operation, proper setup, and shop best practices. Students will learn how to use the screen printing press and create their own custom screens using the laser cutter.
Your Instructor
Carl Crossgrove
Carl Crossgrove
Thingmaker III
Saturday August 22, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Kick off your exploration of microcontrollers, small electrical circuits, and programming using MicroBlocks (a visual coding platform perfect for the Arduino or ESP32). This class is perfect for anyone wanting to create IOT devices, robots, remote control cars, or anything else that uses small electrical components!
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Saturday August 22, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Dive into the world of industrial sewing! In this hands-on course, you'll create a simple, durable heavy canvas and leather ditty bag while gaining an overview of Industrial Sewing.  You’ll learn on various industrial sewing machines: we have a Juki, Singer walking foot, and SailRite. 
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
Saturday August 22, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cutting metal by hand can be exhausting, so why not learn how to make a robot do it for you? Take your metal work to the next level as you learn to process basic vector or CAD drawings into precision-cut steel designs with our CNC plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Alex Kensil (AK)
Instructor
Saturday August 22, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Take your woodturning skills to the next level in this Intermediate Wood Lathe workshop, where you'll create beautifully turned platters and trays.
Your Instructor
Don Wilson
Don Wilson
Wood Turning Instructor
Saturday August 22, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Sunday August 23, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Experience an introduction to the art of Silversmithing with this Nonferrous Metalsmithing workshop, where you’ll craft a stunning 6″ copper bowl using traditional sinking techniques!
Your Instructor
James Ryan
James Ryan
Instructor, Metalsmith, Artist
Monday August 24, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Wednesday August 26, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday August 27, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Friday August 28, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Saturday August 29, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Saturday August 29, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
A Community Video Game Night at Make Santa Fe Welcome to 6 O’Clock Gaming! This is a casual, community-powered video game night where we plug in, power up, and play into the night! Bring your favorite console, a computer, and…
Monday August 31, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher

September

Wednesday September 2, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday September 3, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own project.
Your Instructor
William Beall
William Beall
Instructor
Thursday September 3, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Thursday September 3, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Take your designs from idea to precise 2D plans using Fusion 360’s sketch tools. Learn how to create accurate drawings for laser cutting, CNC routing, and fabrication projects.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
Friday September 4, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Friday September 4, 2026 · 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
A low-pressure way to connect, collaborate, and feel part of Santa Fe’s maker community.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
Saturday September 5, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
At Make Santa Fe, this class focuses on building confidence with the CNC process through hands-on learning. You’ll explore how digital design, material selection, and toolpaths work together to shape wood and other materials. Combine problem solving and design thinking to bring your ideas to life.
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
Saturday September 5, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This hands-on class introduces students to the fundamentals of machining using a milling machine. Learn how to safely and accurately operate a milling machine to shape metal, create precise parts, and enhance your metalworking skills.
Your Instructor
Charles Henry
Saturday September 5, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Jens Butler
Jens Butler
Blacksmithing Instructor
Saturday September 5, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Sunday September 6, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Are you a sewing enthusiast or a complete beginner eager to learn? Come and join our welcoming sewing community at Make Santa Fe. In this free meetup, we share our love for sewing & fiber arts like knitting, exchange ideas, and work on our projects together.
Monday September 7, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Wednesday September 9, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday September 10, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Thursday September 10, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Build and visualize your ideas in three dimensions. Learn how to create parametric 3D models in Fusion 360 for CNC, 3D printing, and digital prototyping.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
Friday September 11, 2026 · 4:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Join us for an evening of strategy, laughter, collaboration, and a little friendly competition at Board Game Night at Make Santa Fe. Whether you’re a seasoned tabletop tactician or someone who hasn’t touched a board game since Monopoly, this night…
Your Instructor
Meredith Garcia
Friday September 11, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Saturday September 12, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Saturday September 12, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This badge class is your gateway to three essential machines in our leather studio: the Tippmann Boss Handstitcher, the leather splitter, and the leather embosser. Whether you’re crafting bags, belts, or custom gear, these tools are foundational to working with leather at Make.
Your Instructor
Leon Harms
Leon Harms
Saturday September 12, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you dreaming of red-hot steel? Ready to consider how a power hammer can expand your capabilities and profit margin? Dive in and discover how to execute the techniques you’ve learned safely and effectively with our Say Mak 50kg hammer. You’ll go home with a functional fire poker!
Your Instructor
Steve Dulfer
Steve Dulfer
Blacksmithing Instructor
Saturday September 12, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This hands-on class introduces the core building blocks of interactive electronics: inputs, outputs, and control. Participants will learn how microcontrollers read information from a sensor and translate that information into physical motion using motors.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Saturday September 12, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cut just about anything with the Wazer water jet. Metal, glass, ceramic, rubber and much more. Waterjets use very high pressure water combined with an abrasive material to cut through many materials other CNC machines cant. Water jets can also cut very high detail compared to a plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
Saturday September 12, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn how to personalize just about anything by etching and cutting material using our 80-watt Red Sail laser cutter AND our 150-watt Boss LS-3655 laser cutter. Wood, ceramic, acrylic, paper, glass, you name it!
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Saturday September 12, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Sunday September 13, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on learning the centuries-old craft of woodturning. Initially, a craft born out of necessity, using a lathe has gained tremendous popularity as a hobby over the last 50 years. Develop an understanding of how to safely operate a lathe while building wood grain knowledge in this beginner-friendly workshop. This is a satisfying craft and one where you can create things you’ll actually use!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
Monday September 14, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Wednesday September 16, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday September 17, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
Thursday September 17, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Thursday September 17, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Fusion 360 for CNC is a hands-on, practical class focused on preparing parts for CNC milling using Autodesk Fusion 360. This class is designed for makers who want to move beyond design and into real-world fabrication by learning how to generate reliable, shop-ready toolpaths for CNC machines.
Your Instructor
James W. Johnson
James W. Johnson
Executive Director
Friday September 18, 2026 · 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku! Join us for Fire Arts Night, a blazing celebration of molten creativity! This immersive evening showcases the dramatic beauty of fire-based making with live demonstrations in blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku ceramics. Watch as glowing steel is shaped on the…
Your Instructor
James W. Johnson
James W. Johnson
Executive Director
Friday September 18, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Saturday September 19, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own project.
Your Instructor
Ilya Tinker
Ilya Tinker
Instructor
Saturday September 19, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
If you can imagine a shape, you can probably create it with the push of a button using 3D printing. Intricate patterns, useful gadgets, tools, jigs, and molds are common in 3D printing, only your imagination is the limit with 3D printing!
Your Instructor
Kevin Jones
Kevin Jones
3D Printing Teacher
Saturday September 19, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
Saturday September 19, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Steve Dulfer
Steve Dulfer
Blacksmithing Instructor
Saturday September 19, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Create a simple tote bag while learning how to use a standard sewing machine & standard serger machine. You’ll learn when & how to use a serger to join fabrics, practice straight hemming, intro to patterns and more to make a functional bag while learning the basics of sewing.
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
Saturday September 19, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Monday September 21, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Wednesday September 23, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday September 24, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday September 24, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Friday September 25, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Saturday September 26, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cutting metal by hand can be exhausting, so why not learn how to make a robot do it for you? Take your metal work to the next level as you learn to process basic vector or CAD drawings into precision-cut steel designs with our CNC plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Alex Kensil (AK)
Instructor
Saturday September 26, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this class, students will learn to light a small furnace properly, melt bronze or aluminum in a crucible, pack a two-part sand mold, and pour molten metal into the mold to create a three-dimensional object.
Your Instructor
Cia Thorne
Cia Thorne
Artist
Saturday September 26, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This class covers the full screen printing workflow, from artwork preparation to screen creation and printing, while emphasizing safe operation, proper setup, and shop best practices. Students will learn how to use the screen printing press and create their own custom screens using the laser cutter.
Your Instructor
Carl Crossgrove
Carl Crossgrove
Thingmaker III
Saturday September 26, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this Intermediate Wood Lathe workshop, you’ll refine your spindle turning and hollowing techniques while creating an elegant, functional, or decorative goblet.
Your Instructor
Alan Becker
Alan Becker
Member, Instructor
Saturday September 26, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Kick off your exploration of microcontrollers, small electrical circuits, and programming using MicroBlocks (a visual coding platform perfect for the Arduino or ESP32). This class is perfect for anyone wanting to create IOT devices, robots, remote control cars, or anything else that uses small electrical components!
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Saturday September 26, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Dive into the world of industrial sewing! In this hands-on course, you'll create a simple, durable heavy canvas and leather ditty bag while gaining an overview of Industrial Sewing.  You’ll learn on various industrial sewing machines: we have a Juki, Singer walking foot, and SailRite. 
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
Saturday September 26, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Saturday September 26, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
A Community Video Game Night at Make Santa Fe Welcome to 6 O’Clock Gaming! This is a casual, community-powered video game night where we plug in, power up, and play into the night! Bring your favorite console, a computer, and…
Sunday September 27, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Experience an introduction to the art of Silversmithing with this Nonferrous Metalsmithing workshop, where you’ll craft a stunning 6″ copper bowl using traditional sinking techniques!
Your Instructor
James Ryan
James Ryan
Instructor, Metalsmith, Artist
Monday September 28, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Wednesday September 30, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher

October

Thursday October 1, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own project.
Your Instructor
William Beall
William Beall
Instructor
Thursday October 1, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Thursday October 1, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Take your designs from idea to precise 2D plans using Fusion 360’s sketch tools. Learn how to create accurate drawings for laser cutting, CNC routing, and fabrication projects.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
Friday October 2, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Friday October 2, 2026 · 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
A low-pressure way to connect, collaborate, and feel part of Santa Fe’s maker community.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
Saturday October 3, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Jens Butler
Jens Butler
Blacksmithing Instructor
Saturday October 3, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
At Make Santa Fe, this class focuses on building confidence with the CNC process through hands-on learning. You’ll explore how digital design, material selection, and toolpaths work together to shape wood and other materials. Combine problem solving and design thinking to bring your ideas to life.
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
Saturday October 3, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Whether you're new to metalworking or looking to expand your skillset, this hands-on class will introduce you to key concepts like machine setup, safety protocols, and basic turning techniques.
Your Instructor
Charles Henry
Saturday October 3, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Sunday October 4, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Are you a sewing enthusiast or a complete beginner eager to learn? Come and join our welcoming sewing community at Make Santa Fe. In this free meetup, we share our love for sewing & fiber arts like knitting, exchange ideas, and work on our projects together.
Monday October 5, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Wednesday October 7, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday October 8, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Thursday October 8, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Build and visualize your ideas in three dimensions. Learn how to create parametric 3D models in Fusion 360 for CNC, 3D printing, and digital prototyping.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
Friday October 9, 2026 · 4:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Join us for an evening of strategy, laughter, collaboration, and a little friendly competition at Board Game Night at Make Santa Fe. Whether you’re a seasoned tabletop tactician or someone who hasn’t touched a board game since Monopoly, this night…
Your Instructor
Meredith Garcia
Friday October 9, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Saturday October 10, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This badge class is your gateway to three essential machines in our leather studio: the Tippmann Boss Handstitcher, the leather splitter, and the leather embosser. Whether you’re crafting bags, belts, or custom gear, these tools are foundational to working with leather at Make.
Your Instructor
Leon Harms
Leon Harms
Saturday October 10, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
The Shaper Origin blends digital precision with the flexibility of a handheld router, allowing makers to bring CNC accuracy directly to their material. In this class, students will learn how the tool interprets digital designs, how to properly prepare a workspace, and how to guide the Origin to create precise cuts, engravings, and joinery.
Your Instructor
Kaja Pool
Kaja Pool
Artist / Woodworking Instructor
Saturday October 10, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Saturday October 10, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you dreaming of red-hot steel? Ready to consider how a power hammer can expand your capabilities and profit margin? Dive in and discover how to execute the techniques you’ve learned safely and effectively with our Say Mak 50kg hammer. You’ll go home with a functional fire poker!
Your Instructor
Steve Dulfer
Steve Dulfer
Blacksmithing Instructor
Saturday October 10, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This hands-on class introduces the core building blocks of interactive electronics: inputs, outputs, and control. Participants will learn how microcontrollers read information from a sensor and translate that information into physical motion using motors.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Saturday October 10, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cut just about anything with the Wazer water jet. Metal, glass, ceramic, rubber and much more. Waterjets use very high pressure water combined with an abrasive material to cut through many materials other CNC machines cant. Water jets can also cut very high detail compared to a plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
Saturday October 10, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn how to personalize just about anything by etching and cutting material using our 80-watt Red Sail laser cutter AND our 150-watt Boss LS-3655 laser cutter. Wood, ceramic, acrylic, paper, glass, you name it!
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Saturday October 10, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Sunday October 11, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on learning the centuries-old craft of woodturning. Initially, a craft born out of necessity, using a lathe has gained tremendous popularity as a hobby over the last 50 years. Develop an understanding of how to safely operate a lathe while building wood grain knowledge in this beginner-friendly workshop. This is a satisfying craft and one where you can create things you’ll actually use!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
Monday October 12, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Wednesday October 14, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday October 15, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
Thursday October 15, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Thursday October 15, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Fusion 360 for CNC is a hands-on, practical class focused on preparing parts for CNC milling using Autodesk Fusion 360. This class is designed for makers who want to move beyond design and into real-world fabrication by learning how to generate reliable, shop-ready toolpaths for CNC machines.
Your Instructor
James W. Johnson
James W. Johnson
Executive Director
Friday October 16, 2026 · 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku! Join us for Fire Arts Night, a blazing celebration of molten creativity! This immersive evening showcases the dramatic beauty of fire-based making with live demonstrations in blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku ceramics. Watch as glowing steel is shaped on the…
Your Instructor
James W. Johnson
James W. Johnson
Executive Director
Friday October 16, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Saturday October 17, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn the wood-shop essentials—from jointing rough boards to confident table-saw cuts—in a supportive, women-centered session led by a female instructor. Leave with a finished hat/key rack, new skills, and a crew of sawdust sisters cheering you on.
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
Saturday October 17, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Create a simple tote bag while learning how to use a standard sewing machine & standard serger machine. You’ll learn when & how to use a serger to join fabrics, practice straight hemming, intro to patterns and more to make a functional bag while learning the basics of sewing.
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
Saturday October 17, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Steve Dulfer
Steve Dulfer
Blacksmithing Instructor
Saturday October 17, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
If you can imagine a shape, you can probably create it with the push of a button using 3D printing. Intricate patterns, useful gadgets, tools, jigs, and molds are common in 3D printing, only your imagination is the limit with 3D printing!
Your Instructor
Kevin Jones
Kevin Jones
3D Printing Teacher
Saturday October 17, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own project.
Your Instructor
Ilya Tinker
Ilya Tinker
Instructor
Saturday October 17, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Sunday October 18, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Experience an introduction to the art of Silversmithing with this Nonferrous Metalsmithing workshop, where you’ll craft a stunning 6″ copper bowl using traditional sinking techniques!
Your Instructor
James Ryan
James Ryan
Instructor, Metalsmith, Artist
Monday October 19, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Wednesday October 21, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday October 22, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday October 22, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Friday October 23, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Saturday October 24, 2026 · 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Saturday October 24, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Sunday October 25, 2026 · 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Monday October 26, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Wednesday October 28, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday October 29, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Friday October 30, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Saturday October 31, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Saturday October 31, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
A Community Video Game Night at Make Santa Fe Welcome to 6 O’Clock Gaming! This is a casual, community-powered video game night where we plug in, power up, and play into the night! Bring your favorite console, a computer, and…

November

Sunday November 1, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Are you a sewing enthusiast or a complete beginner eager to learn? Come and join our welcoming sewing community at Make Santa Fe. In this free meetup, we share our love for sewing & fiber arts like knitting, exchange ideas, and work on our projects together.
Monday November 2, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Wednesday November 4, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday November 5, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own project.
Your Instructor
William Beall
William Beall
Instructor
Thursday November 5, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Thursday November 5, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Take your designs from idea to precise 2D plans using Fusion 360’s sketch tools. Learn how to create accurate drawings for laser cutting, CNC routing, and fabrication projects.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
Friday November 6, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Friday November 6, 2026 · 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
A low-pressure way to connect, collaborate, and feel part of Santa Fe’s maker community.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
Saturday November 7, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Jens Butler
Jens Butler
Blacksmithing Instructor
Saturday November 7, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
At Make Santa Fe, this class focuses on building confidence with the CNC process through hands-on learning. You’ll explore how digital design, material selection, and toolpaths work together to shape wood and other materials. Combine problem solving and design thinking to bring your ideas to life.
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
Saturday November 7, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This hands-on class introduces students to the fundamentals of machining using a milling machine. Learn how to safely and accurately operate a milling machine to shape metal, create precise parts, and enhance your metalworking skills.
Your Instructor
Charles Henry
Saturday November 7, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Sunday November 8, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on learning the centuries-old craft of woodturning. Initially, a craft born out of necessity, using a lathe has gained tremendous popularity as a hobby over the last 50 years. Develop an understanding of how to safely operate a lathe while building wood grain knowledge in this beginner-friendly workshop. This is a satisfying craft and one where you can create things you’ll actually use!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
Monday November 9, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Wednesday November 11, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday November 12, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Thursday November 12, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Build and visualize your ideas in three dimensions. Learn how to create parametric 3D models in Fusion 360 for CNC, 3D printing, and digital prototyping.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
Friday November 13, 2026 · 4:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Join us for an evening of strategy, laughter, collaboration, and a little friendly competition at Board Game Night at Make Santa Fe. Whether you’re a seasoned tabletop tactician or someone who hasn’t touched a board game since Monopoly, this night…
Your Instructor
Meredith Garcia
Friday November 13, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Saturday November 14, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This badge class is your gateway to three essential machines in our leather studio: the Tippmann Boss Handstitcher, the leather splitter, and the leather embosser. Whether you’re crafting bags, belts, or custom gear, these tools are foundational to working with leather at Make.
Your Instructor
Leon Harms
Leon Harms
Saturday November 14, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
The Shaper Origin blends digital precision with the flexibility of a handheld router, allowing makers to bring CNC accuracy directly to their material. In this class, students will learn how the tool interprets digital designs, how to properly prepare a workspace, and how to guide the Origin to create precise cuts, engravings, and joinery.
Your Instructor
Kaja Pool
Kaja Pool
Artist / Woodworking Instructor
Saturday November 14, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Saturday November 14, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you dreaming of red-hot steel? Ready to consider how a power hammer can expand your capabilities and profit margin? Dive in and discover how to execute the techniques you’ve learned safely and effectively with our Say Mak 50kg hammer. You’ll go home with a functional fire poker!
Your Instructor
Steve Dulfer
Steve Dulfer
Blacksmithing Instructor
Saturday November 14, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This hands-on class introduces the core building blocks of interactive electronics: inputs, outputs, and control. Participants will learn how microcontrollers read information from a sensor and translate that information into physical motion using motors.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Saturday November 14, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cut just about anything with the Wazer water jet. Metal, glass, ceramic, rubber and much more. Waterjets use very high pressure water combined with an abrasive material to cut through many materials other CNC machines cant. Water jets can also cut very high detail compared to a plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
Saturday November 14, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn how to personalize just about anything by etching and cutting material using our 80-watt Red Sail laser cutter AND our 150-watt Boss LS-3655 laser cutter. Wood, ceramic, acrylic, paper, glass, you name it!
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Saturday November 14, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Monday November 16, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Wednesday November 18, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday November 19, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
Thursday November 19, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday November 19, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Thursday November 19, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Fusion 360 for CNC is a hands-on, practical class focused on preparing parts for CNC milling using Autodesk Fusion 360. This class is designed for makers who want to move beyond design and into real-world fabrication by learning how to generate reliable, shop-ready toolpaths for CNC machines.
Your Instructor
James W. Johnson
James W. Johnson
Executive Director
Friday November 20, 2026 · 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku! Join us for Fire Arts Night, a blazing celebration of molten creativity! This immersive evening showcases the dramatic beauty of fire-based making with live demonstrations in blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku ceramics. Watch as glowing steel is shaped on the…
Your Instructor
James W. Johnson
James W. Johnson
Executive Director
Friday November 20, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Saturday November 21, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
Saturday November 21, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Create a simple tote bag while learning how to use a standard sewing machine & standard serger machine. You’ll learn when & how to use a serger to join fabrics, practice straight hemming, intro to patterns and more to make a functional bag while learning the basics of sewing.
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
Saturday November 21, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
If you can imagine a shape, you can probably create it with the push of a button using 3D printing. Intricate patterns, useful gadgets, tools, jigs, and molds are common in 3D printing, only your imagination is the limit with 3D printing!
Your Instructor
Kevin Jones
Kevin Jones
3D Printing Teacher
Saturday November 21, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Steve Dulfer
Steve Dulfer
Blacksmithing Instructor
Saturday November 21, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own project.
Your Instructor
Ilya Tinker
Ilya Tinker
Instructor
Saturday November 21, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Sunday November 22, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Experience an introduction to the art of Silversmithing with this Nonferrous Metalsmithing workshop, where you’ll craft a stunning 6″ copper bowl using traditional sinking techniques!
Your Instructor
James Ryan
James Ryan
Instructor, Metalsmith, Artist
Monday November 23, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Wednesday November 25, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday November 26, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Thursday November 26, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Friday November 27, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Saturday November 28, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Take your woodturning skills to the next level in this Intermediate Wood Lathe workshop, where you'll create beautifully turned platters and trays.
Your Instructor
Don Wilson
Don Wilson
Wood Turning Instructor
Saturday November 28, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cutting metal by hand can be exhausting, so why not learn how to make a robot do it for you? Take your metal work to the next level as you learn to process basic vector or CAD drawings into precision-cut steel designs with our CNC plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Alex Kensil (AK)
Instructor
Saturday November 28, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this class, students will learn to light a small furnace properly, melt bronze or aluminum in a crucible, pack a two-part sand mold, and pour molten metal into the mold to create a three-dimensional object.
Your Instructor
Cia Thorne
Cia Thorne
Artist
Saturday November 28, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This class covers the full screen printing workflow, from artwork preparation to screen creation and printing, while emphasizing safe operation, proper setup, and shop best practices. Students will learn how to use the screen printing press and create their own custom screens using the laser cutter.
Your Instructor
Carl Crossgrove
Carl Crossgrove
Thingmaker III
Saturday November 28, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Kick off your exploration of microcontrollers, small electrical circuits, and programming using MicroBlocks (a visual coding platform perfect for the Arduino or ESP32). This class is perfect for anyone wanting to create IOT devices, robots, remote control cars, or anything else that uses small electrical components!
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Saturday November 28, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Dive into the world of industrial sewing! In this hands-on course, you'll create a simple, durable heavy canvas and leather ditty bag while gaining an overview of Industrial Sewing.  You’ll learn on various industrial sewing machines: we have a Juki, Singer walking foot, and SailRite. 
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
Saturday November 28, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Saturday November 28, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
A Community Video Game Night at Make Santa Fe Welcome to 6 O’Clock Gaming! This is a casual, community-powered video game night where we plug in, power up, and play into the night! Bring your favorite console, a computer, and…
Monday November 30, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher

December

Wednesday December 2, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday December 3, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own project.
Your Instructor
William Beall
William Beall
Instructor
Thursday December 3, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Thursday December 3, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Take your designs from idea to precise 2D plans using Fusion 360’s sketch tools. Learn how to create accurate drawings for laser cutting, CNC routing, and fabrication projects.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
Friday December 4, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Friday December 4, 2026 · 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
A low-pressure way to connect, collaborate, and feel part of Santa Fe’s maker community.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
Saturday December 5, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Jens Butler
Jens Butler
Blacksmithing Instructor
Saturday December 5, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
At Make Santa Fe, this class focuses on building confidence with the CNC process through hands-on learning. You’ll explore how digital design, material selection, and toolpaths work together to shape wood and other materials. Combine problem solving and design thinking to bring your ideas to life.
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
Saturday December 5, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Whether you're new to metalworking or looking to expand your skillset, this hands-on class will introduce you to key concepts like machine setup, safety protocols, and basic turning techniques.
Your Instructor
Charles Henry
Saturday December 5, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Sunday December 6, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Are you a sewing enthusiast or a complete beginner eager to learn? Come and join our welcoming sewing community at Make Santa Fe. In this free meetup, we share our love for sewing & fiber arts like knitting, exchange ideas, and work on our projects together.
Monday December 7, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Wednesday December 9, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday December 10, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Thursday December 10, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Build and visualize your ideas in three dimensions. Learn how to create parametric 3D models in Fusion 360 for CNC, 3D printing, and digital prototyping.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
Friday December 11, 2026 · 4:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Join us for an evening of strategy, laughter, collaboration, and a little friendly competition at Board Game Night at Make Santa Fe. Whether you’re a seasoned tabletop tactician or someone who hasn’t touched a board game since Monopoly, this night…
Your Instructor
Meredith Garcia
Friday December 11, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Saturday December 12, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This badge class is your gateway to three essential machines in our leather studio: the Tippmann Boss Handstitcher, the leather splitter, and the leather embosser. Whether you’re crafting bags, belts, or custom gear, these tools are foundational to working with leather at Make.
Your Instructor
Leon Harms
Leon Harms
Saturday December 12, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
The Shaper Origin blends digital precision with the flexibility of a handheld router, allowing makers to bring CNC accuracy directly to their material. In this class, students will learn how the tool interprets digital designs, how to properly prepare a workspace, and how to guide the Origin to create precise cuts, engravings, and joinery.
Your Instructor
Kaja Pool
Kaja Pool
Artist / Woodworking Instructor
Saturday December 12, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Saturday December 12, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you dreaming of red-hot steel? Ready to consider how a power hammer can expand your capabilities and profit margin? Dive in and discover how to execute the techniques you’ve learned safely and effectively with our Say Mak 50kg hammer. You’ll go home with a functional fire poker!
Your Instructor
Steve Dulfer
Steve Dulfer
Blacksmithing Instructor
Saturday December 12, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This hands-on class introduces the core building blocks of interactive electronics: inputs, outputs, and control. Participants will learn how microcontrollers read information from a sensor and translate that information into physical motion using motors.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Saturday December 12, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cut just about anything with the Wazer water jet. Metal, glass, ceramic, rubber and much more. Waterjets use very high pressure water combined with an abrasive material to cut through many materials other CNC machines cant. Water jets can also cut very high detail compared to a plasma cutter.
Your Instructor
Andrew Goode
Andrew Goode
Make Programs Director
Saturday December 12, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn how to personalize just about anything by etching and cutting material using our 80-watt Red Sail laser cutter AND our 150-watt Boss LS-3655 laser cutter. Wood, ceramic, acrylic, paper, glass, you name it!
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Saturday December 12, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Sunday December 13, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Embark on learning the centuries-old craft of woodturning. Initially, a craft born out of necessity, using a lathe has gained tremendous popularity as a hobby over the last 50 years. Develop an understanding of how to safely operate a lathe while building wood grain knowledge in this beginner-friendly workshop. This is a satisfying craft and one where you can create things you’ll actually use!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
Monday December 14, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Wednesday December 16, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday December 17, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
In this course, makers will begin with un-milled lumber and process it through various wood shop machines to get hands-on experience with multiple tools in the shop, resulting in a mini hat/key/scarf rack to take home with them!
Your Instructor
Kurt Miller
Kurt Miller
Woodworker\ Instructor
Thursday December 17, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Working with clay is one of the most grounding and rewarding creative experiences available. In this class, you’ll learn the foundational skills of ceramics while discovering how a simple material can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects.
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday December 17, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Thursday December 17, 2026 · 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Fusion 360 for CNC is a hands-on, practical class focused on preparing parts for CNC milling using Autodesk Fusion 360. This class is designed for makers who want to move beyond design and into real-world fabrication by learning how to generate reliable, shop-ready toolpaths for CNC machines.
Your Instructor
James W. Johnson
James W. Johnson
Executive Director
Friday December 18, 2026 · 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku! Join us for Fire Arts Night, a blazing celebration of molten creativity! This immersive evening showcases the dramatic beauty of fire-based making with live demonstrations in blacksmithing, bronze casting, and raku ceramics. Watch as glowing steel is shaped on the…
Your Instructor
James W. Johnson
James W. Johnson
Executive Director
Friday December 18, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Friday at 6:00pm to take a tour of Make Santa Fe! See what we're all about, get your questions answered, and mingle with other makers.
Your Instructor
Randy Castillo
Randy Castillo
Volunteer/ Laser Maven
Saturday December 19, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Learn the wood-shop essentials—from jointing rough boards to confident table-saw cuts—in a supportive, women-centered session led by a female instructor. Leave with a finished hat/key rack, new skills, and a crew of sawdust sisters cheering you on.
Your Instructor
Vanessa G
Vanessa G
Biz Operations by day, Maker dabbler by... also day.
Saturday December 19, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Create a simple tote bag while learning how to use a standard sewing machine & standard serger machine. You’ll learn when & how to use a serger to join fabrics, practice straight hemming, intro to patterns and more to make a functional bag while learning the basics of sewing.
Your Instructor
Rosanna Dill
Sewing Teacher
Saturday December 19, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
If you can imagine a shape, you can probably create it with the push of a button using 3D printing. Intricate patterns, useful gadgets, tools, jigs, and molds are common in 3D printing, only your imagination is the limit with 3D printing!
Your Instructor
Kevin Jones
Kevin Jones
3D Printing Teacher
Saturday December 19, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are you enthralled by watching glowing red-hot steel being manipulated and transformed? Have you ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s a chance to learn the safety precautions, basic techniques, tools, and nomenclature to get you started.
Your Instructor
Steve Dulfer
Steve Dulfer
Blacksmithing Instructor
Saturday December 19, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Embark on the exciting journey of creating with metal. Get hands-on training on the many tools required for cutting, shaping, grinding, drilling, and welding steel in the MAKE metal shop. Students will go through the various steps and techniques required to build their very own project.
Your Instructor
Ilya Tinker
Ilya Tinker
Instructor
Saturday December 19, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Sunday December 20, 2026 · 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Experience an introduction to the art of Silversmithing with this Nonferrous Metalsmithing workshop, where you’ll craft a stunning 6″ copper bowl using traditional sinking techniques!
Your Instructor
James Ryan
James Ryan
Instructor, Metalsmith, Artist
Monday December 21, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Wednesday December 23, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday December 24, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Thursday December 24, 2026 · 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Every Thursday! Join us for an engaging Electronics Meetup at Make Santa Fe! Whether you’re a seasoned tinkerer or just starting out, this event is the perfect place to dive into small electronics, microcontrollers, and programming.
Your Instructor
Paul Sakion
Paul Sakion
Volunteer
Friday December 25, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Saturday December 26, 2026 · 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
A Community Video Game Night at Make Santa Fe Welcome to 6 O’Clock Gaming! This is a casual, community-powered video game night where we plug in, power up, and play into the night! Bring your favorite console, a computer, and…
Monday December 28, 2026 · 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Your Instructor
Loren Vladem
Loren Vladem
Sculptor/Ceramics Teacher
Thursday December 31, 2026 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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Friday January 1, 2027 · 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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Classes from January 16 to November 28

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