August 2022
Make It Springfield, Collage Workshop
Come each month to explore and expand your creativity! Great for all ages and abilities! About this event Working with collage artist, Donald Clark, you'll use various papers, cloth, and paste to create your image. Lots of materials will be provided, however if you have something you'd like to use bring it along with your imagination. Free! No experience necessary. Find event listings on our page for each of these dates: May 25, June 22, July 27, August 24. Register…
Find out more »Make It Springfield, Poetic Recovery
Are you a socially conscious hip-hop artist or poet who wants to inspire, be inspired and collaborate with other like-minded individuals? Join us for Poetic Recovery to share our own work within a supportive community. We will discuss artistic consciousness, different aspects of the cultural work, and the possibilities that potentially await you. Bring something to write with, something to write on and you. Suggested donation is $10.00. Register -- The workshop host, Maurice Taylor, is an East Coast director of…
Find out more »September 2022
RAD Springfield Bike Workshop
Stop in for bike repairs, bikes for sale, or to volunteer! About this event RAD Springfield is Springfield’s mobile community bike shop, bringing bike repair education and open tool access to all of Springfield’s neighborhoods. Bring in your bikes for repair or drop off bike donations. Our technicians will refurbish and prep the bikes for resale to the community. In many cases, we provide free bikes to residents for needed transportation. Volunteers are always needed and welcome! Come learn how…
Find out more »December 2022
Social Circle for Mature, Creative Men
Musicians, craftsmen, photographers, builders, creative planner, singers, authors etc...STOP IN FOR CREATIVE CONNECTIONS, CONVERSATION & COFFEE! Share stories about music, art, books, Springfield, the old neighborhood and just life in general. Come down to laugh, get inspired, connect and share your stories! And sometimes meet up at interesting places. This event is FREE. Bring a coffee or some donuts, or just show up and you'll be welcomed into the conversation
Find out more »January 2023
Guitar for Beginners
Ever been interested in picking up a guitar, but didn’t know where to start? Then this class is for you – no experience necessary, whatsoever. Come learn how to make some cool sounds with a guitar in a low-stress and friendly learning environment, and take the first step into the amazing world of music! Taught by Jon Ventulett. During this class, we will be discussing: -Basic scales (C major and A minor) -The parts of the guitar -Posture and hand…
Find out more »February 2023
Re-opening Week Free Activties
Explore our new 4000 sq. ft. creative space at 286 Bridge St in downtown Springfield! Come see what Make-It Springfield is all about! Feb. 18 – OPEN HOUSE: Enjoy the new space, activities, music, art demos Feb. 20 – RAD BIKES: Let’s repair your bike, learn skills, or donate a bike Feb. 21 – ANIME’K IT: Come watch and draw your fav anime w/ friends Feb. 22 – JOIN THE TEAM: Learn how to get involved and get connected Feb.…
Find out more »Re-opening Week Free Activties
Explore our new 4000 sq. ft. creative space at 286 Bridge St in downtown Springfield! Come see what Make-It Springfield is all about! Feb. 18 – OPEN HOUSE: Enjoy the new space, activities, music, art demos Feb. 20 – RAD BIKES: Let’s repair your bike, learn skills, or donate a bike Feb. 21 – ANIME’K IT: Come watch and draw your fav anime w/ friends Feb. 22 – JOIN THE TEAM: Learn how to get involved and get connected Feb.…
Find out more »Re-opening Week Free Activties
Explore our new 4000 sq. ft. creative space at 286 Bridge St in downtown Springfield! Come see what Make-It Springfield is all about! Feb. 18 – OPEN HOUSE: Enjoy the new space, activities, music, art demos Feb. 20 – RAD BIKES: Let’s repair your bike, learn skills, or donate a bike Feb. 21 – ANIME’K IT: Come watch and draw your fav anime w/ friends Feb. 22 – JOIN THE TEAM: Learn how to get involved and get connected Feb.…
Find out more »Re-opening Week Free Activties
Explore our new 4000 sq. ft. creative space at 286 Bridge St in downtown Springfield! Come see what Make-It Springfield is all about! Feb. 18 – OPEN HOUSE: Enjoy the new space, activities, music, art demos Feb. 20 – RAD BIKES: Let’s repair your bike, learn skills, or donate a bike Feb. 21 – ANIME’K IT: Come watch and draw your fav anime w/ friends Feb. 22 – JOIN THE TEAM: Learn how to get involved and get connected Feb.…
Find out more »Re-opening Week Free Activties
Explore our new 4000 sq. ft. creative space at 286 Bridge St in downtown Springfield! Come see what Make-It Springfield is all about! Feb. 18 – OPEN HOUSE: Enjoy the new space, activities, music, art demos Feb. 20 – RAD BIKES: Let’s repair your bike, learn skills, or donate a bike Feb. 21 – ANIME’K IT: Come watch and draw your fav anime w/ friends Feb. 22 – JOIN THE TEAM: Learn how to get involved and get connected Feb.…
Find out more »Re-opening Week Free Activties
Explore our new 4000 sq. ft. creative space at 286 Bridge St in downtown Springfield! Come see what Make-It Springfield is all about! Feb. 18 – OPEN HOUSE: Enjoy the new space, activities, music, art demos Feb. 20 – RAD BIKES: Let’s repair your bike, learn skills, or donate a bike Feb. 21 – ANIME’K IT: Come watch and draw your fav anime w/ friends Feb. 22 – JOIN THE TEAM: Learn how to get involved and get connected Feb.…
Find out more »Time Out for Teachers: Relax & Mingle
Come enjoy a night downtown on us! Roberta Wilmore, Executive Director, offers a presentation on Make-It Springfield and how it can be used by teachers as a stimulus for student’s creativity. Join us for a pedagogy discussion, followed by music, food, and special treats. Appropriate for middle and high school educators. Make-It Springfield is a unique 4000 sq. ft. creative space that can change the classroom layout, the classroom dynamic, and the teacher-student relationship. Takes place at our new location:…
Find out more »Re-opening Week Free Activties
Explore our new 4000 sq. ft. creative space at 286 Bridge St in downtown Springfield! Come see what Make-It Springfield is all about! Feb. 18 – OPEN HOUSE: Enjoy the new space, activities, music, art demos Feb. 20 – RAD BIKES: Let’s repair your bike, learn skills, or donate a bike Feb. 21 – ANIME’K IT: Come watch and draw your fav anime w/ friends Feb. 22 – JOIN THE TEAM: Learn how to get involved and get connected Feb.…
Find out more »March 2023
Intro to Papermaking
The basic papermaking process is straightforward and can be done by hand using both recycled materials and direct plant material and simple tools. We’re here to guide you through this process! The paper we create can have very nice looks for writing, cards and a base for drawing and painting. Come learn this amazing process and have lots of fun making your own paper that is yours to keep! All supplies included. This workshop takes place at our new location:…
Find out more »Winter Stained Glass Suncatchers
This class is for beginner/intermediates where you'll get an introduction to the copper-foil stained glass construction process and build a small suncatcher panel to hang in your window. You'll have some practice time to get basic exposure to glass cutting, grinding, foiling and soldering and then you'll work on your selected WINTER SUNCATCHER pattern and take-home your class project with a suction-cup hanger for your window. All supplies and tool included. Make-It Springfield is committed to making our workshops available…
Find out more »June 2023
Social Circle for Creative Men
A gathering for creative men 55+, to connect and share stories about their music, art and more. Musicians, photographers, builders, engineers, authors, business owners, etc...STOP IN FOR CREATIVE CONNECTIONS, CONVERSATION & COFFEE! Share stories, music, art, books, and stories about Springfield, the old neighborhood and just life in general. The group sometimes meets offsite at interesting places, too. This event is FREE and DROP IN every 1st and 3rd Tuesday. Ticket registration is appreciated just in case the group meets…
Find out more »Lego Car Challenge
Come make friends and challenge your Lego creation skills! The Challenge will include designing and building your own Lego car and then racing the car against other participants' cars. Kids ages 8-18 are welcome to come and take part in this challenge!
Find out more »November 2023
SOCIAL CIRCLE FOR CREATIVE MEN
This group of creative men, ages 55+, meets every 1st and 3rd Tuesday for connection, comradery and coffee. They share their own creative work—and stories about music, art, photography and books, Springfield, the old neighborhood, family, and just life in general—and plan occasional field trips. Come down to laugh, connect and share your stories with the guys. This event is FREE. Bring a coffee or some donuts, or just show up and you’ll be welcomed into the conversation. Parking is…
Find out more »RAD SPRINGFIELD BIKE WORKSHOP
RADSpringfield bike experts are on onsite every Monday and Saturday to answer questions, take care of your repairs or to accept bike donations to be refurbished for sale or donation to community members in need of transportation options. Teen and adult volunteers are welcome to join in to learn how to repair and earn bikes. MONDAYS 2-6 PM, SATURDAYS 10 AM-2 PM Free to help learn to fix bikes, all ages
Find out more »December 2023
RAD SPRINGFIELD BIKE WORKSHOP
RADSpringfield bike experts are on onsite every Monday and Saturday to answer questions, take care of your repairs or to accept bike donations to be refurbished for sale or donation to community members in need of transportation options. Teen and adult volunteers are welcome to join in to learn how to repair and earn bikes. MONDAYS 2-6 PM, SATURDAYS 10 AM-2 PM Free to help learn to fix bikes, all ages
Find out more »RAD SPRINGFIELD BIKE WORKSHOP
RADSpringfield bike experts are on onsite every Monday and Saturday to answer questions, take care of your repairs or to accept bike donations to be refurbished for sale or donation to community members in need of transportation options. Teen and adult volunteers are welcome to join in to learn how to repair and earn bikes. MONDAYS 2-6 PM, SATURDAYS 10 AM-2 PM Free to help learn to fix bikes, all ages
Find out more »SOCIAL CIRCLE FOR CREATIVE MEN
This group of creative men, ages 55+, meets every 1st and 3rd Tuesday for connection, comradery and coffee. They share their own creative work—and stories about music, art, photography and books, Springfield, the old neighborhood, family, and just life in general—and plan occasional field trips. Come down to laugh, connect and share your stories with the guys. This event is FREE. Bring a coffee or some donuts, or just show up and you’ll be welcomed into the conversation. Parking is…
Find out more »Youth Dance Program
Hang out with us on Wednesday afternoons and express yourself through your own style of dance, as well as theater, song, and spoken word, in a supportive and safe space. Community and choreography! All genres welcome, make your own dances, create a final showcase together. For ages 12-18. Starts Dec. 6, late sign ups and drop ins welcome. FREE. No experience necessary. Questions? Email Jamila at jamila@makeitspringfield.org.
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