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Come help the Project Pride & Joy push their community art quilts over the finish line this Saturday, August 22nd at Generator Makerspace in Burlington.

No sewing experience needed!

There are plenty of different tasks to complete, and many hands make light work. Here's what you can expect to jump into:

• Binding quilts – an easy skill to pick up on the flyTying quilts – the simplest hand-quilting method, with room for several people to work on the same quilt at once
• Hand quilting – just a bit trickier than tying, still simple, and also open to multiple people at a time
• Appliqué and embellishments – sew on appliqué pieces and add embellishments to different quilt
• "Heck Yeah!" affirmation quilt – write and decorate affirmations for queer youth on quilt blocks for a special quilt headed to Outright Vermont

Bring yourself, your fam, a few friends you haven't seen in a while - all ages and abilities are welcome! Come as you are and learn a new skill or two while you help out. Skilled volunteers from local quilt guilds and fabric shops will be on hand at the technique-focused stations to help guide folks along.

Drop in anytime on Saturday, August 22nd from 10:00am-3:00pm and stay as long as you'd like.

This community event is free to participate.

Learn More & RSVP > https://app.glueup.com/event/pride-joy-quilting-bee-calling-all-hands-186368/

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About Pride & Joy
Pride & Joy is a community art project celebrating Queer joy, vitality, and community through the medium of art quilts! We've commissioned quilt designs from 10 local artists and are organizing a series of free, public crafting events inviting members of the community to contribute to the production of the quilts. The quilts will be exhibited during the month of September, then auctioned off to fundraise for Outright Vermont​.

Generator Makerspace is now accepting applications for their 2026/27 UVM Student Memberships. If you know a UVM undergrad (or you are one) who's curious about making things, this is a great way to get involved with Burlington's creative maker community and explore your ideas!

Here's what's included:

➡ Free 10 Month Membership

➡ Two free rapid prototyping tool trainings (3D printing, laser, vinyl cutting, sewing, or electronics)

➡ Access to our computer lab, Wi-Fi, and Adobe Creative Suite + CAD software

➡ Facility access from 6am to 10pm with a personal access card

This opportunity is open to full-time undergrads in their 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year, in good standing, and part of a Career Interest Group.

There are only 20 available spots and they will be awarded first-come, first-served. So apply early if interested. 

Please share with any UVM students you think would love this!

Learn More & Apply:
https://generatorvt.com/membership/student-memberships/

Generator Makerspace in Burlington,VT is seeking a Business & Membership Coordinator to serve as a key administraor, bookkeeper, and logistical coordinator for our makerspace community. This role works directly with our members helping to refine the membership experience ensuring it is accessible and welcoming.

Application Deadline: Monday, August 28th

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver exceptional customer service by addressing member inquiries about billing, events, guidelines, and general requests
• Maintain consistent, proactive communication with members across digital forums, email, phone, and face to face
• Manage user onboarding and offboarding, including application reviews, payment scheduling, user surveys, and administrative transitions
• Handle daily data entry and keep member profiles updated across internal CRM databases and payment processing platforms

Learn More & Apply: https://generatorvt.com/employment/

HAPPENING TONIGHT on Friday from 5-7:30pm Jennifer Koch is showcasing her latest work at Generator Makerspace in Burlington.

Jennifer's work features massive woodblock prints inspired by faceted garnets, collections of leaves, and love itself. Come ask questions, get a behind-the-scenes look at woodblock printing, and see how a residency shapes an artist's work.

As always, this event is FREE and open to the public.

Learn More:
https://app.glueup.com/event/altered-leaves-eternal-love-triangle-woodblock-prints-189008/

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What: Artist Showcase with Jennifer Koch
Where: Generator Makerspace at 40 Sears Ln in Burlington (Map)
When: Friday, August 7th
Time: 5:30-7:30pm

HAPPENING TONIGHT on Friday from 5-7:30pm Jennifer Koch is showcasing her latest work at Generator Makerspace in Burlington.

Jennifer's work features massive woodblock prints inspired by faceted garnets, collections of leaves, and love itself. Come ask questions, get a behind-the-scenes look at woodblock printing, and see how a residency shapes an artist's work.

As always, this event is FREE and open to the public.

Learn More & RSVP:
https://app.glueup.com/event/altered-leaves-eternal-love-triangle-woodblock-prints-189008/

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What: Artist Showcase with Jennifer Koch
Where: Generator Makerspace at 40 Sears Ln in Burlington (Map)
When: Friday, August 7th
Time: 5:30-7:30pm

Come help the Project Pride & Joy push their community art quilts over the finish line. No sewing experience needed!

There are plenty of different tasks to complete, and many hands make light work. Here's what you can expect to jump into:

• Binding quilts – an easy skill to pick up on the flyTying quilts – the simplest hand-quilting method, with room for several people to work on the same quilt at once
• Hand quilting – just a bit trickier than tying, still simple, and also open to multiple people at a time
• Appliqué and embellishments – sew on appliqué pieces and add embellishments to different quilt
• "Heck Yeah!" affirmation quilt – write and decorate affirmations for queer youth on quilt blocks for a special quilt headed to Outright Vermont

Bring yourself, your fam, a few friends you haven't seen in a while - all ages and abilities are welcome! Come as you are and learn a new skill or two while you help out. Skilled volunteers from local quilt guilds and fabric shops will be on hand at the technique-focused stations to help guide folks along.

Drop in anytime on Saturday, August 22nd from 10:00am-3:00pm and stay as long as you'd like.

About Pride & Joy
Pride & Joy is a community art project celebrating Queer joy, vitality, and community through the medium of art quilts! We've commissioned quilt designs from 10 local artists and are organizing a series of free, public crafting events inviting members of the community to contribute to the production of the quilts. The quilts will be exhibited during the month of September, then auctioned off to fundraise for Outright Vermont​.

Learn more at prideandjoy.riotcraftstudio.com

Come Learn To Weave!

Fiber artist Courtney Salerno is hosting a beginner-friendly Frame Loom Weaving Workshop in Burlington on Tuesday, August 11th at 5:30pm.

Participants will earn the basics of setting up a loom, choosing yarns, and weaving techniques like plain weave, rya knots, and soumak. Everyone will leave with their own small woven wall hanging and the skills to keep weaving at home.

No experience is needed... Just a little bit of curiosity!

All materials provided. Ages 14+. Spots are limited.

Learn More > https://app.glueup.com/event/beginner-frame-loom-weaving-185824/

On Friday, August 7th from 5:00–7:30pm Jennifer Koch will be showing off new prints at Generator Makerspace in Burlington's South End.

Jennifer's prints draw inspiration from faceted garnets, a collection of leaves, and love itself. During the showcase you'll get to learn about her process, how her practice evolved over the residency, and what she's learned along the way. Come ask questions, get a behind-the-scenes look at woodblock printing, and see how a residency shapes an artist's work.

Jennifer is a Burlington-based printmaker, object-based sculptor, and collage artist, and she will be donating 50% of all proceeds from work sold back to Generator's Artist in Residence program, helping to keep this opportunity alive for the next artist.

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What: Artist Showcase with Jennifer Koch
Where: 40 Sears Ln in Burlington
When: Friday, August 7th
Time: 5:30-7:30pm

Learn More: https://app.glueup.com/event/altered-leaves-eternal-love-triangle-woodblock-prints-189008

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Ever wanted to make your own knife... Here's your chance!

Bladesmith Mats Thureson of Thorsson Blades is hosting a knifemaking course at Generator Makerspace in Burlington.

The class will happen on Tuesdays over 5 weeks from 5:30-9:30pm, and during the course students will start with a blank piece of steel and learn how to make a functional and potentially beautiful blade with guidance from Mats.

This class will cover:

• Safe & efficient use of a knifemaker's tools.
• Blade design and geometry
• Heat treating high carbon steels
• Frame handle construction
• Fit and finish techniques
• Sharpening

There are only 3 seats available in this course, and one is already taken!

For more info, and to reserve your spot, please visit:
https://app.glueup.com/event/intro-to-knifemaking-the-paring-knife-185858/

Have you ever wondered how makers actually make money?

Generator Makerspace is continuing their Methods & Means Event Series, and this time they're trying something new. Instead of individual presentations, they're pulling together makers, artists, and creative entrepreneurs for an open discussion about the economics of making.

Whether someone creates full-time, on the side, or purely for the love of it, there’s a story there. The goal of this event is to try and bring these stories into the open so we can all learn something.

As always, this event is FREE and open to the whole community.

Learn more and RSVP > www.generatorvt.com/methodsandmeans

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What: Methods & Means: Maker Economics
Where: Generator Makerspace
When: Thursday, July 30th
Time: 6-8pm
Cost: Free

The Burlington Hardware Meetup is back!

Join us at Generator Makerspace on Thursday, August 6, from 5-8 PM for the 10th Burlington Hardware Meetup, a gathering of local hardware entrepreneurs sharing real stories behind building a company, including the breakthroughs, the setbacks, and everything in between.

The evening will kick off with socializing and refreshments before a round of guest talks and audience Q&A. This will be followed by a community open mic where anyone can take two minutes to demo a prototype or share what they're working on.

Learn more at: https://luma.com/nf6f7ppb

We've got a bunch of great workshops coming up at Generator Makerspace over the summer. Check out what's coming up below, and head over to our website to learn more about membership and our programming for kids.

• Tue, Jun 23, Intro to (CAD): Fusion 360 Workshop, 5:30–8:00pm
• Tue, Jun 23, Sewing Machine Maintenance, 6:00–8:30pm
• Thu, Jun 25, Wood Carving: Serving Board, 5:30–8:30pm
• Wed, Jul 1, Bike Maintenance Workshop, 5:30–8:00pm
• Mon, Jul 6, FPV Drone Forum & Indoor Racing, 6:00–10:00pm
• Thu, Jul 9, Crochet 101: Beginner Workshop, 5:30–8:00pm (2 days)
• Tue, Jul 21, Intro to (CAD): Fusion 360 Workshop, 5:30–8:00pm
• Tue, Jul 21, Illustrator Skills Workshop, 6:00–8:00pm
• Thu, Jul 23, Wood Carving: Spatula, 5:30–8:30pm
• Mon, Aug 3, FPV Drone Forum & Indoor Racing, 6:00–10:00pm
• Thu, Aug 6, Wooden Wine Bottle Stand, 5:30–8:30pm
• Tue, Aug 11, Illustrator Skills Workshop, 6:00–8:00pm
• Wed, Aug 12, Blender 1: Intro to 3D Modeling, 5:30–8:30pm
• Wed, Aug 12, Illustrator Skills Workshop, 6:00–8:00pm
• Sun, Aug 23, Illustrator Support: Drop In Workshop, 6:00–8:00pm
• Tue, Aug 25, Intro to (CAD): Fusion 360 Workshop, 5:30–8:00pm
• Thu, Aug 27, Wood Carving: Cooking Spoon, 5:30–8:30pm
• Tue, Sep 1, Illustrator Skills Workshop, 6:00–8:00pm

Notice: Membership is not required to participate in any of our classes

Click Here To Learn More & See The Full Workshop Schedule!

The Bike & Gear Repair Fair scheduled for tomorrow, Thursday, June 18th at Zero Gravity in Burlington has been CANCELLED.

With a soggy forecast for tomorrow, we're calling the event off. We've had a great time at the last two events meeting people and helping fix up everyone's gear and bikes, but tomorrow it's not meant to be.

We'll be back next season with more repair events, and even if tomorrow is rainy you can still come down to Zero Gravity and get a bite and a bevy.

Shout out to all of our partners for making this series possible. We couldn't have done it without their support, especially all of the volunteer bike mechanics!

And don't forget to check out all of the other fun things happening at Generator Makerspace in Burlington. We don't just fix bikes and gear. We also have community wood and metal shops, teach things like 3d printing, laser cutting, jewelry making, and offer workshops, programs, and camps for kids and adults interested in hands-on learning.

Generator Makerspace in Burlington's South End is hosting a nontoxic wood finishing seminar this Wednesday, June 17th from 6 to 8:30pm.

If you've ever stood in the finishing aisle wondering what separates an oil from a varnish from a polyurethane, you're going to want to check this out.

Nontoxic finishes aren't a compromise, they're genuinely beautiful, better for your health, and easier on the environment. The evening includes a presentation, hands-on samples, live demos, Q&A, and finishing stations where you can try a few methods yourself.

We'll also answer the important questions, like whether shellac is actually made from bugs (it is) and what finishes are safe to use indoors.

This workshop is open to the public and ages 16 and up.

What: Nontoxic Wood Finishing Seminar
When: Wednesday, May 20th from 6-8:30pm
Where: Generator Makerspace, Burlington, VT (Map)
Cost: $50

Learn More: https://app.glueup.com/event/demystifying-nontoxic-wood-finishing-175819/

Our goal at Generator is to be one of the leading providers of hands-on STEAM learning and entrepreneurship for students in grades 4-12, and we are expanding our team! 

We are currently seeking a Part-Time Youth Programming Instructor to deliver hands-on, project-based STEAM education to students in grades 4–12. This role will assist in program development and delivery to create high-impact learning experiences that create pathways to lifelong learning, workforce development, and equitable access for underserved communities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilize and teach across Generator’s full suite of fabrication tools and technologies
• Deliver engaging, hands-on STEAM instruction to youth (and occasional adult) learners
• Support program development and continuously improve curriculum and delivery
• Provide differentiated instruction to ensure all learners can access and succeed

If this sounds like an opportunity you, or someone you know, would be interested in. Please get in touch with us! 

Learn more at: https://generatorvt.com/employment/

Applications for Generator's BIPOC Scholarship close tonight at Midnight!

Recipients receive 6 months of complimentary Generator Membership (August to January) and a $400 to spend on trainings!

If your creative, academic, or professional pursuits could benefit from access to tools like laser cutters, 3D printers, a wood shop & metal shop, a jewelry studio, sewing studio, and graphic and 3D design software this opportunity may be for you!

The deadline to apply is midnight on Monday, June 8th!

Learn more and apply at: www.generatorvt.com/bipoc-scholarship

Tomorrow night join Generator's winter artist-in-residence Zoe Mikić for an evening showcase of her recent work which includes steel and fabric lamps, ceramic vessels, oil paintings, and weavings.

During their residency, Zoe learned to weld and work with steel, plasma cut drawings from their sketchbook, and worked across oil paint, clay, and wool. Zoe is inspired by the alchemical processes that materials undergo in the extreme temperatures of welding and kiln-firing and the conversations that emerge between fragile, translucent textiles and heavy, jagged metal.

This event is free and open to the public.

Learn More & RSVP >> https://app.glueup.com/event/the-mask-sees-its-wearer-a-body-of-work-by-zoe-miki%c4%87-183330/

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What: Free Artist Showcase
Who: Burlington Artist Zoe Mikić
Date: Thursday, June 4th
Time: 6:30-8:30pm
Where: Generator Makerspace in Burlington
Cost: FREE

Join Generator's winter artist-in-residence Zoe Mikić for an evening showcase of steel and fabric lamps, ceramic vessels, oil paintings, and weavings.

Drawing from dreams, memories, and the momentum of desire, Zoe builds a rich personal mythos exploring the mask as an apparatus for hiding, shape-shifting, and seeing. Animal motifs, shadows, and the stories that emerge when details are withheld.

During their residency, Zoe learned to weld and fabricate steel, plasma cut drawings from their sketchbook, and worked across oil paint, clay, and wool. Captivated by the dialogue between fragile, translucent textiles and heavy, jagged metal.

Free and open to the public.

Learn More & RSVP >> https://app.glueup.com/event/the-mask-sees-its-wearer-a-body-of-work-by-zoe-miki%c4%87-183330/

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What: Free Artist Showcase
Who: Burlington Artist Zoe Mikić
Date: Thursday, June 4th
Time: 6:30-8:30pm
Where: Generator Makerspace in Burlington
Cost: FREE