We're playing Infinity! This event meets in Suite #206, Co-working, and is currently limited to Ace Members and their guest. Okay for newbies! Demo's if you drop in.
Get published! Bring that DIY attitude and make a zine on any topic you're passionate about (if you need help choosing what to make our hosts can help with fun …
This tour goes all the way through the 6 rooms at Ace! (there are stairs involved). Your tour guide will take you through all the basics and can provide help …
Sharing space in these challenging times is hard. Learn the basics about how Ace works and explore the social contract. Please be on time as we go over a lot! There may even be time for a short tour. IMPORTANT! Please show up on time to join the Noon Tour before we gather for the …
This class will cover the basics of running the CNC Mill at Ace Makerspce. We will start at in the coworking room for software and concept training (~2+ hours), then move back to the Metal Room where everyone will mill a project. New Guests must have a Full Guest Account before< this event starts. Get …
In this 3-hour overview of the Metal shop, participants will learn the safe handling of various tools and materials in the shop including: horizontal + vertical bandsaws (including certification) drill press (including certification) various smaller bench-top and hand-held tools like shears, pop riveters grinders, and more. Differences in material hardness will also be covered, such …
This is a great place to access wonderful machines and equipment, practice that youtube video you have been checking out, and more. Masks are optional for this event. New Guests must have a Full Guest Account before this event starts. Add the FREE account set up on check out or click here. Level: Beginner to …
This tour goes all the way through the 6 rooms at Ace! (there are stairs involved). Your tour guide will take you through all the basics and can provide help …
Sharing space in these challenging times is hard. Learn the basics about how Ace works and explore the social contract. Please be on time as we go over a lot! There may even be time for a short tour. There will be snacks. And enough room to stay distanced while still enjoying tasty treats. Agenda …
Join Flynn from LEGO Masters Season 1 for a night of grand fun! Let's build an epic LEGO City together! At this social event each person will build their own …
This event happens every other Friday morning from 8am to 11am. During this period, all Spaces are closed to Ace Members. No exceptions.
Visit the Ace Booth at Oakland First Fridays! Make a FREE button, see samples of projects you can make at Ace + learn about our programs, our community, and more. Oakland First Friday
Most Ace Makerspace classes are beginner-friendly and open to the general public including our tool certification classes.
While non-members can hold certifications only members enjoy unlimited access to Ace Makerspace tools and resources.
Learn more about joining our community HERE.
Guest Accounts and Liability Waivers
If this is your first visit to Ace Makerspace please make sure to sign up for your FREE guest account and sign your liability waiver. You only need to complete this paperwork once. All attendees must have completed and signed liability paperwork. If you are purchasing a ticket for someone else, please send them this link to finish the sign up process.
Age Guidelines and Youth Forms
Youth guests taking classes must be accompanied by an adult chaperone and have completed youth guest forms filled out by a parent or guardian. See class descriptions for age guidelines. Youth guests may take our certification classes but cannot use tools without an adult also certified to use the tool. If you have any questions about bringing your kids to Ace Classes please email [email protected].
Class Materials
Unless specified in the class description, your registration fee covers all the materials you need for the class which will be provided by Ace.
Tickets for Sliding Scale Events
Our social and open lab events are supported by donations with no one turned away for lack of funds. Events like these have two ticket types to choose from when you register:
SUPPORT tickets allow you to contribute to the event when you RSVP
FREE tickets are available for folks who need financial support to access events like these or for folks interested in contributing on site at the event. We do not require an application for our FREE tickets, but if you can make a contribution we encourage you to do so.
Class Scholarships
Our pricing structure supports a limited number of scholarships reserved for students in need of financial assistance. We grant scholarships on a first-come first serve basis with priority given to Ace Makerspace Members.
To apply for a scholarship please fill out this form.
Ace Makerspace reserves the right to cancel class for any reason including low enrollment or instructor illness. If class is canceled we will contact you via email and issue a full refund. Depending on course availability, you may also have the option to transfer your ticket to a future class.
We do not offer credits, transfers, or refunds for student cancellations. You can offer your ticket for sale to others in the comments or on slack. You are solely responsible for those transactions & letting us know who is taking your spot.
Arriving on time to class is very important.
For certification classes we are unable to accommodate late arrivals. If you arrive more than 10 minutes past the start time you will be unable to attend that day and your class fee is forfeit. For non-certification classes, your ability to participate will be based on instructor discretion.
Ace Makerspace workshops where classes are taking place are closed for member use for the duration of that class. Exceptions will be made either directly in the event description or on a case by case basis at the discretion of the instructor. If you have a question about whether or not you can access the space during class time please message the instructor or post on slack.
Quiet Dibs
Loud tools like the planer and tools that require use of the cyclone dust collection system can disrupt classes in other workspaces. When an instructor requests “quiet dibs” for their class it means that some tool use will be limited during that time. Check slack when planning your time to see if an instructor has requested “quiet dibs.”
The Planning Calendar
The Ace Planning Calendar is an internal tool used for scheduling events and space use with partners and teams. It is not an accurate reflection of confirmed and finalized events. Please use the calendar above as your source of truth.
