Events Calendar
CREATIVE CORNER - OPEN MAKERS NIGHT
A casual, come-and-go creative hang for makers of all kinds. Bring what you’re working on or start something new. Open to the public and MadJax members. No commitment, just making.
SUBLIMATION FOR THE SEASION: MUG, TOTE, AND ZIPPER POUCH
In this beginner-friendly sublimation workshop, you’ll design a single graphic or phrase and apply it across a cozy mug, canvas tote, and zip pouch - creating a small collection of winter essentials that reflect this season of your life.
CREATIVE CORNER - OPEN MAKERS NIGHT
A casual, come-and-go creative hang for makers of all kinds. Bring what you’re working on or start something new. Open to the public and MadJax members. No commitment, just making.
PRESSING MATTERS BEGINNER’S GELLI PRINTING CLASS
Discover the vibrant world of gelli printing in this hands-on beginner class! Over two hours, you'll learn fundamental techniques through live demonstration, exploring how to create stunning layered prints with colors and patterns.
CREATIVE CORNER - OPEN MAKERS NIGHT
A casual, come-and-go creative hang for makers of all kinds. Bring what you’re working on or start something new. Open to the public and MadJax members. No commitment, just making.
LATHE 102 - TWIG POT
Members will learn to turn a twig pot while gaining hands-on experience with intermediate techniques on the lathe.
PRESSING MATTERS BEGINNER’S GELLI PRINTING CLASS
Discover the vibrant world of gelli printing in this hands-on beginner class! Over two hours, you'll learn fundamental techniques through live demonstration, exploring how to create stunning layered prints with colors and patterns.
TABLE SAW BASICS: BUILD A WOODEN BOX
New to the table saw? This hands-on workshop walks you through the basics while you build a functional wooden box from start to finish.
CREATIVE CORNER - OPEN MAKERS NIGHT
A casual, come-and-go creative hang for makers of all kinds. Bring what you’re working on or start something new. Open to the public and MadJax members. No commitment, just making.
CREATIVE CORNER - OPEN MAKERS NIGHT
A casual, come-and-go creative hang for makers of all kinds. Bring what you’re working on or start something new. Open to the public and MadJax members. No commitment, just making.
CREATIVE CORNER - OPEN MAKERS NIGHT
A casual, come-and-go creative hang for makers of all kinds. Bring what you’re working on or start something new. Open to the public and MadJax members. No commitment, just making.
CREATIVE CORNER - OPEN MAKERS NIGHT
A casual, come-and-go creative hang for makers of all kinds. Bring what you’re working on or start something new. Open to the public and MadJax members. No commitment, just making.
CREATIVE CORNER - OPEN MAKERS NIGHT
A casual, come-and-go creative hang for makers of all kinds. Bring what you’re working on or start something new. Open to the public and MadJax members. No commitment, just making.
CREATIVE CORNER - OPEN MAKERS NIGHT
A casual, come-and-go creative hang for makers of all kinds. Bring what you’re working on or start something new. Open to the public and MadJax members. No commitment, just making.
CREATIVE CORNER - OPEN MAKERS NIGHT
A casual, come-and-go creative hang for makers of all kinds. Bring what you’re working on or start something new. Open to the public and MadJax members. No commitment, just making.
CREATIVE CORNER - OPEN MAKERS NIGHT
A casual, come-and-go creative hang for makers of all kinds. Bring what you’re working on or start something new. Open to the public and MadJax members. No commitment, just making.
CREATIVE CORNER - OPEN MAKERS NIGHT
A casual, come-and-go creative hang for makers of all kinds. Bring what you’re working on or start something new. Open to the public and MadJax members. No commitment, just making.
MUNCIE MAKERS MARKET - THIRD THURSDAYS
Join the local Growers & Makers of the Muncie Makers Market for a really fun "night market" vibe EVERY MONTH for Third Thursdays at MadJax Maker Force!
STAINED GLASS WORKSHOP - HOLLY & BERRIES
Learn the basics of stained glass as you make your own glass holly and berries.
STAINED GLASS WORKSHOP - HOLLY & BERRIES
Learn the basics of stained glass as you make your own glass holly and berries.
GLOWFORGE BASICS: WOODEN KEY HOLDER
This workshop introduces participants to the basics of laser cutting with the Glowforge. In just two hours, you’ll learn how to cut, score, and engrave a preset design to create your own wooden key holder.
MAKER GIFTS: CLAY TRINKET TRAY
This workshop introduces participants to the art of working with polymer clay to create custom trinket trays. In this session, you’ll learn how to shape and form polymer clay, bake it to a durable finish, and then sand, paint, and seal your piece for a polished look. We’ll explore decorative techniques such as marbling clay colors together for unique patterns and adding gold-painted edging for a refined touch.
WEARABLE CLAY CREATIONS: JEWELRY & MORE
This workshop introduces participants to the colorful and versatile world of polymer clay. In this session, you’ll learn how to shape, combine, and detail polymer clay to create one-of-a-kind gifts such as jewelry, keychains, ornaments, or small decorative pieces.
WAZER TRAINING
This workshop introduces participants to basic operations of the Wazer Waterjet.
WEARABLE CREATIONS: STONE INLAY RING
Learn to set stone into a channel ring and polish it into a beautiful finished ring
HOUSEHOLD HEROES: BUILD YOUR OWN PLANT STAND
This workshop builds on the foundations introduced in Household Heroes 101, guiding participants through their first full woodworking project: a custom wooden plant stand. In this session, you’ll practice measuring, cutting, drilling, sanding, gluing, and assembling parts with precision.
ON THE LATHE: PEN TURNING
Led by an experienced Maker Space instructor, this workshop teaches participants how to turn, finish, and assemble a custom wooden pen on the lathe.
third thursdays with muncie makers market
Join the local Growers & Makers of the Muncie Makers Market for a really fun "night market" vibe EVERY MONTH for Third Thursdays at MadJax Maker Force!
STAINED GLASS WORKSHOP - PIE SLICE
Learn the basics of stained glass as you make your own glass slice of pie.
STAINED GLASS WORKSHOP - PIE SLICE
Learn the basics of stained glass as you make your own glass slice of pie.
HOUSEHOLD HEROES: TOOLS 101
This workshop introduces participants to the core tools of our woodshop as part of the Household Heroes series. In this first session, you’ll gain hands-on experience with the table saw, drills, sanders, clamps, and wood glue while building a small wooden catchall tray.
WAZER TRAINING
This workshop introduces participants to basic operations of the Wazer Waterjet.
INTRO TO EMBROIDERY: PATCH MAKING
This workshop introduces participants to the art of creating wearable patches. In just two hours, you’ll learn how to prepare a preset design to craft an embroidered patch using the Brother SE1900.
GLOWFORGE BASICS: WOODEN KEY HOLDER
This workshop introduces participants to the basics of laser cutting with the Glowforge. In just two hours, you’ll learn how to cut, score, and engrave a preset design to create your own wooden key holder.
MAKER GIFTS: DIY TOTE BAGS
This workshop introduces participants to vinyl cutting and heat pressing techniques while creating custom reusable tote bags. In this session, you’ll learn how to cut designs on a vinyl cutter, weed your decals, and apply them to fabric using a heat press for a long-lasting finish.
HOUSEHOLD HEROES: BUILD YOUR OWN PLANT STAND
This workshop builds on the foundations introduced in Household Heroes 101, guiding participants through their first full woodworking project: a custom wooden plant stand. In this session, you’ll practice measuring, cutting, drilling, sanding, gluing, and assembling parts with precision.
HOUSEHOLD HEROES: TOOLS 101
This workshop introduces participants to the core tools of our woodshop as part of the Household Heroes series. In this first session, you’ll gain hands-on experience with the table saw, drills, sanders, clamps, and wood glue while building a small wooden catchall tray.
PLANT BINGO WITH SUSTAINABLE STEPS
Calling all plant lovers! Join Sustainable Steps Refillery for Plant BINGO, a fun evening filled with greenery, games, and good company.
MUNCIE MAKERS MARKET - THIRD THURSDAYS
Join the local Growers & Makers of the Muncie Makers Market for a really fun "night market" vibe EVERY MONTH for Third Thursdays at MadJax Maker Force!
DIY VINYL CREATIONS FOR WINDOWS
Discover the art of vinyl cutting and application in this hands-on workshop! You’ll learn how to design and cut your own personalized vinyl graphics using precision tools, then master the techniques for applying your designs to surfaces like glass, metal, and more.
GLOWFORGE BASICS: WOODEN KEY HOLDER
This workshop introduces participants to the basics of laser cutting with the Glowforge. In just two hours, you’ll learn how to cut, score, and engrave a preset design to create your own wooden key holder.
STAINED GLASS WORKSHOP - PUMPKIN
Learn the basics of stained glass as you make your own glass pumpkin.
STAINED GLASS WORKSHOP - PUMPKIN
Learn the basics of stained glass as you make your own glass pumpkin.
DIY TOTE BAGS: VINYL CUTTING & HEAT TRANSFER
This workshop introduces participants to vinyl cutting and heat pressing techniques while creating custom reusable tote bags. In this session, you’ll learn how to cut designs on a vinyl cutter, weed your decals, and apply them to fabric using a heat press for a long-lasting finish.
OKTOBERFEST AT THE GUARDIAN
The Guardian Brewing Co.’s 9th annual Oktoberfest features live music, prizes, food trucks, and most importantly - beer!
MAKER GIFTS: BANDANA COLLAGE
This workshop introduces participants to the art of making personalized gifts through fabric printing and collage. In this session, you’ll learn how to use sublimation printing to transfer vibrant images and patterns onto fabric, then layer your design with screenprinted or stamped elements for added texture and style.
OCTOBER FIRST THURSDAY
Join us for October’s First Thursday at MadJax, featuring Ball State architecture student projects, Maker Space tours, and special highlights from the Puppet Club. Enjoy pumpkin carving and games hosted by the East Central Neighborhood Association.