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| colspan="3" |Get ready to unlock your creativity as we provide you tools that bring your ideas to life.
Our state-of-the-art electronics lab is packed to the brim with scopes, meters, and soldering equipment that would make even the most tech-savvy geeks drool. And don't even get us started on our multiple 3D printers and laser cutters ranging from 40w to a whopping 120w!
 
But that's not all - our cabinet level woodshop is a dream come true for any woodworking enthusiast with saws, jointers, planers, and sanding equipment galore. And if metalwork is more your thing, we've got you covered with our CNC machines, welding capabilities, and more!
 
At Kzoo Makers, we're all about fostering a community of like-minded individuals who love to geek out over the latest technology and collaborate on awesome group projects. And the best part? We're a non-profit organization run entirely by volunteers who are passionate about what we do.
 
So what are you waiting for? Join us on a thrilling adventure of discovery, innovation, and pure geeky excitement. Click that signup button now and let's make some magic together!
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<div style="margin:0;background-color:#7FB3D5;font-size:130%;font-weight:bold;border:1px solid #154360;padding:0.2em 0.4em;">What We Are</div> '''''"Makerspace? What's a makerspace!?"'''''
 
''Kzoo Makers makerspace:''
 
* Collaborative workspaces, equipment and programs
* Hands-on environment for creativity, exploration, and skill-building
* A place for community to create ideas and turn into creation, to contribute to a culture of local innovation, and to have fun!
Kzoo Makers is a volunteer operated 501(c)(3) public charity: charitable contributions include community development, economic development, and education-supporting resources for Kalamazoo and surrounding communities.
 
More info on what we are -> [https://kzoomakers.net/KzooMakers:about Who we are]
 
<div style="margin:0;background-color:#7FB3D5;font-size:130%;font-weight:bold;border:1px solid #154360;padding:0.2em 0.4em;">Space, Equipment, Programs</div>'''''"Ok sounds kind of neat. What does Kzoo Makers offer?"'''''
 
We offer '''space''', '''equipment,''' and '''programs'''.
 
'''Space:'''  The Kzoo Makers facility is subdivided into areas called <u>Zones</u>. Each zone contains equipment and programs supporting the zone.
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* Crafting and Fabric
* Electronics
* Lasers
* Computer Lab
* 3D Printing
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* Woodshop
* Metalshop
* Welding
* Workspace
* Meeting space
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Please see our [[Images/0/00/Makerspace floor plan.svg|'''zone map''']] below.
 
'''Equipment:'''
 
Our zones contain a lot of equipment, too many to list here, please '''click here''' for a large partial list.
 
Equipmenet highlights include:
 
* Cabinet level woodshop PACKED: including large jointer, planer, drum sander, wide belt sander, bandsaws, tables saws, lathes, several CNC machines, etc.
* Electronics room PACKED with equipment and supplies
* Multiple laser cutters and engravers up to 120 watts, up to 49in wide
* Manual and cnc mills, metal lathe, welding, sandblasting and more
* Multiple FDM 3D printers, aprox 80 rolls of filament
* A lot..... lot more
 
'''Programs:'''
 
Kzoo Makers, members, and select guests operate various programs such as meetups, workshops and events at our space.
 
'''Meetups:''' Southwest Michigan Makers Network, Kalamazoo Linux User Group, Kalamazoo Woodworkers Guild, Electronics Forum '''Workshops:'''Kevins Laser Workshops, Chris runs lathe workshops, Wayne does metal workingEvents: Some events we host at our space include Art Hop,  blah blah
 
Please see our '''calendar''' below.
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Most people access our makerspace by being members of the space. Being a member gives you access to the space and equipment. Membership fees for most member range from $25/month to $75/month. For a complete list of membership options, click here for a membership chart:
 
There are other ways to access the without being a member: Workshops, Events, and Meetups: Please see our calendar below.
 
<div style="margin:0;background-color:#7FB3D5;font-size:130%;font-weight:bold;border:1px solid #154360;padding:0.2em 0.4em;">Finding Out More, Touring, Joining</div>'''''"Too good to be true, I need to see this place with my own eyes!"'''''
*[[How to Join]]
*[[Guides/New_Member_Orientation |New Member Orientation]]
*[[Guides/FAQ | Frequently Asked Questions]]
<div style="margin:0;background-color:#7FB3D5;font-size:130%;font-weight:bold;border:1px solid #154360;padding:0.2em 0.4em;">Member Resources and The Curious</div>'''''"Can you direct me to the rabbit hole, please?"'''''
 
Yep!
 
'''Rules, Policies, and Procedures'''
*[[General Rules]]
*[[Member Privileges & Responsibilities]]
*[[Handbook]]
*[[Types of Property]]
'''Information On:'''
 
* [[Zones]]
* [[Equipment]]
* [[Interest Groups]]
* Storage
 
'''People'''
 
* [[Members]]
 
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*[[Zone Leaders]] & Mentors
*[[Executive Council]]
*Board
<div style="margin:0;background-color:#7FB3D5;font-size:130%;font-weight:bold;border:1px solid #154360;padding:0.2em 0.4em;">Contact Us</div>'''"Where the heck are you?"'''
 
Address : 1102 East Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49048
 
Telephone : (269) 270-3141
 
Email : contact@kzoomakers.org
 
[[Hours]]
* Website: [http://kzoomakers.org/ Kzoomakers.org]
* Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/KzooMakers/ KzooMakers]
* Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/kzoomakers/ kzoomakers]
* Meetup: [https://www.meetup.com/KzooMakers/ Kzoo Makers]
* YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwxgobUUknjQlTQwELi1lNQ YouTube]
* Discord: https://discord.gg/mT86YZXm33<div style="margin:0;background-color:#7FB3D5;font-size:130%;font-weight:bold;border:1px solid #154360;padding:0.2em 0.4em;">Dontate</div>Donate
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Kzoo Makers - Your Community Makerspace
Get ready to unlock your creativity as we provide you tools that bring your ideas to life.

Our state-of-the-art electronics lab is packed to the brim with scopes, meters, and soldering equipment that would make even the most tech-savvy geeks drool. And don't even get us started on our multiple 3D printers and laser cutters ranging from 40w to a whopping 120w!

But that's not all - our cabinet level woodshop is a dream come true for any woodworking enthusiast with saws, jointers, planers, and sanding equipment galore. And if metalwork is more your thing, we've got you covered with our CNC machines, welding capabilities, and more!

At Kzoo Makers, we're all about fostering a community of like-minded individuals who love to geek out over the latest technology and collaborate on awesome group projects. And the best part? We're a non-profit organization run entirely by volunteers who are passionate about what we do.

So what are you waiting for? Join us on a thrilling adventure of discovery, innovation, and pure geeky excitement. Click that signup button now and let's make some magic together!

What We Are
"Makerspace? What's a makerspace!?"

Kzoo Makers makerspace:

  • Collaborative workspaces, equipment and programs
  • Hands-on environment for creativity, exploration, and skill-building
  • A place for community to create ideas and turn into creation, to contribute to a culture of local innovation, and to have fun!

Kzoo Makers is a volunteer operated 501(c)(3) public charity: charitable contributions include community development, economic development, and education-supporting resources for Kalamazoo and surrounding communities.

More info on what we are -> Who we are

Space, Equipment, Programs
"Ok sounds kind of neat. What does Kzoo Makers offer?"

We offer space, equipment, and programs.

Space: The Kzoo Makers facility is subdivided into areas called Zones. Each zone contains equipment and programs supporting the zone.

Current Zones
  • Crafting and Fabric
  • Electronics
  • Lasers
  • Computer Lab
  • 3D Printing
  • Woodshop
  • Metalshop
  • Welding
  • Workspace
  • Meeting space

Please see our zone map below.

Equipment:

Our zones contain a lot of equipment, too many to list here, please click here for a large partial list.

Equipmenet highlights include:

  • Cabinet level woodshop PACKED: including large jointer, planer, drum sander, wide belt sander, bandsaws, tables saws, lathes, several CNC machines, etc.
  • Electronics room PACKED with equipment and supplies
  • Multiple laser cutters and engravers up to 120 watts, up to 49in wide
  • Manual and cnc mills, metal lathe, welding, sandblasting and more
  • Multiple FDM 3D printers, aprox 80 rolls of filament
  • A lot..... lot more

Programs:

Kzoo Makers, members, and select guests operate various programs such as meetups, workshops and events at our space.

Meetups: Southwest Michigan Makers Network, Kalamazoo Linux User Group, Kalamazoo Woodworkers Guild, Electronics Forum Workshops:Kevins Laser Workshops, Chris runs lathe workshops, Wayne does metal workingEvents: Some events we host at our space include Art Hop, blah blah

Please see our calendar below.

Access
"Ok...how do I get in?...what's the catch?"

Most people access our makerspace by being members of the space. Being a member gives you access to the space and equipment. Membership fees for most member range from $25/month to $75/month. For a complete list of membership options, click here for a membership chart:

There are other ways to access the without being a member: Workshops, Events, and Meetups: Please see our calendar below.

Finding Out More, Touring, Joining
"Too good to be true, I need to see this place with my own eyes!"
Member Resources and The Curious
"Can you direct me to the rabbit hole, please?"

Yep!

Rules, Policies, and Procedures

Information On:

People

Contact Us
"Where the heck are you?"

Address : 1102 East Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49048

Telephone : (269) 270-3141

Email : contact@kzoomakers.org

Hours

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