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APRIL 29 | DESIGN THINKING FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS

MADJAX MAKER FORCE

Jan 30, 20231 min read

APRIL 29 | DESIGN THINKING FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS

This hands-on experience will help students in Grades 6–8 tackle complex challenges through systematic, creative problem-solving.

APRIL 30 & MAY 7 | ETHICAL TAXIDERMY TAKES FLIGHT

MADJAX MAKER FORCE

Jan 30, 20231 min read

APRIL 30 & MAY 7 | ETHICAL TAXIDERMY TAKES FLIGHT

Create paper mache sculptures of local birds from upcycled materials easily found around the home and local shops.

MADJAX MAKER FORCE

Jan 29, 20231 min read

MAY 3 | MAKING YOUR (BOOK) MARK

Learn to use the fabrication tools in the Design Lab to create your own bookmark—as well as copies to "plant" in local libraries!

CANCELED: MAY 6 | LIGHTS, MUSIC, PLANTS . . . ACTION!

MADJAX MAKER FORCE

Jan 28, 20231 min read

CANCELED: MAY 6 | LIGHTS, MUSIC, PLANTS . . . ACTION!

Come explore what plants need to grow. We will experiment with growing conditions including soil, music, lights, and water.

CANCELED: MAY 15 | BUILD YOUR OWN GARDEN TRELLIS

MADJAX MAKER FORCE

Jan 27, 20231 min read

CANCELED: MAY 15 | BUILD YOUR OWN GARDEN TRELLIS

Create your own custom garden trellis. Participants will design their pattern, cut and assemble their trellis and take home their creation.

MAY 20 | CREATE YOUR OWN ONE-STRINGED MUSICAL INSTRUMENT

MADJAX MAKER FORCE

Jan 26, 20231 min read

MAY 20 | CREATE YOUR OWN ONE-STRINGED MUSICAL INSTRUMENT

This introduction to building stringed instruments guides participants in the creation of their own one-stringed “diddley bow” instrument.

JUNE 1 | DESIGN LAB OPEN HOUSE CELEBRATION

MADJAX MAKER FORCE

Jan 15, 20232 min read

JUNE 1 | DESIGN LAB OPEN HOUSE CELEBRATION

Join us on Thursday, June 1st, from 4–9 pm to celebrate the reopening of the Design Lab in its new location!

MADJAX MAKER FORCE

Jan 5, 20231 min read

JUNE 10 | SUBLIMATE AND STITCH

Participants will create uniquely embellished photographs printed onto fabric.

Kyra Zylstra

Jan 3, 20231 min read

2022 RECAP: FUNDERS AND INITIATIVES

Learn more about our 2022 funders and initiatives.

JUNE 12 & 19 | ETHICAL TAXIDERMY: PAPER MACHE BEAR HEAD

MADJAX MAKER FORCE

Jan 3, 20231 min read

JUNE 12 & 19 | ETHICAL TAXIDERMY: PAPER MACHE BEAR HEAD

Create a paper mache sculpture of a bear’s head to hang on your wall.

2022 EVENTS AND COLLABORATIONS AT MADJAX

Kyra Zylstra

Jan 2, 20233 min read

2022 EVENTS AND COLLABORATIONS AT MADJAX

2022 saw an increase in events and collaborations that helped to bring a greater sense of community and connection in the Madjax building.

JUNE 15 | CONSERVATION CRAFTING: HONEYSUCKLE EARRINGS

MADJAX MAKER FORCE

Dec 31, 20221 min read

JUNE 15 | CONSERVATION CRAFTING: HONEYSUCKLE EARRINGS

Make your own earrings, using a mix of honeysuckle beads and glass and plastic beads.

JUNE 19–22 | THE TUBE LIFE: YOUR SUMMER OF CONTENT CREATION

MADJAX MAKER FORCE

Dec 27, 20221 min read

JUNE 19–22 | THE TUBE LIFE: YOUR SUMMER OF CONTENT CREATION

Join us for a four-day summer camp designed for middle school students who dream of becoming the next big YouTube sensation!

CANCELED: JUNE 19–22 | VLOG VENTURES: A FAMILY SUMMER CAMP FOR ASPIRING YOUTUBERS

MADJAX MAKER FORCE

Dec 22, 20221 min read

CANCELED: JUNE 19–22 | VLOG VENTURES: A FAMILY SUMMER CAMP FOR ASPIRING YOUTUBERS

Our four-day camp is designed for elementary aged students and their families to learn the ins and outs of creating YouTube content together

MADJAX MAKER FORCE

Dec 17, 20221 min read

JUNE 24 | LEATHER BEADED BRACELET

Create your own gemstone and metal bracelet with supple leather and a button clasp.

JUNE 27 & 28 | TIME TRAVELERS ARCHITECTURE

MADJAX MAKER FORCE

Dec 12, 20221 min read

JUNE 27 & 28 | TIME TRAVELERS ARCHITECTURE

Explore the fascinating world of history and architecture with the Time Travelers program!

CANCELED: JULY 10–13 | HEALTH DETECTIVES: AN INVESTIGATION OF FOOD, HEALTH, AND TECHNOLOGY

MADJAX MAKER FORCE

Dec 1, 20221 min read

CANCELED: JULY 10–13 | HEALTH DETECTIVES: AN INVESTIGATION OF FOOD, HEALTH, AND TECHNOLOGY

A “whodunit” of food, exercise and technology for students in Grades 5–9.

JULY 17–20 | BOTS & BEYOND: ROBOTICS CHALLENGE CAMP

MADJAX MAKER FORCE

Nov 24, 20221 min read

JULY 17–20 | BOTS & BEYOND: ROBOTICS CHALLENGE CAMP

During this very hands-on camp, students will explore an introduction to robotics, engineering, and coding.

JULY 22 | CYANOTYPES OF ART & ARCHITECTURE: CREATE YOUR OWN CUSTOM CYAN BLUE SUN PRINT

MADJAX MAKER FORCE

Nov 19, 20221 min read

JULY 22 | CYANOTYPES OF ART & ARCHITECTURE: CREATE YOUR OWN CUSTOM CYAN BLUE SUN PRINT

Using one of the oldest photographic methods, create your own work of art in cyanotype’s blue signature color.

JULY 24–28 | COSPLAY: FROM IMAGINATION TO REAL LIFE

MADJAX MAKER FORCE

Nov 17, 20221 min read

JULY 24–28 | COSPLAY: FROM IMAGINATION TO REAL LIFE

Learn the skills needed to create your own cosplay costumes and props!