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December Maker Monday

We have something special planned for our next Maker Monday meeting. It is scheduled for Monday Dec, 16, 2024 7-9 pm It will be held at Schantz Organ Co. 626 South Walnut St, in Orrville. On the south east side of our building is the employee parking lot. Park there and enter the building at the south east corner entrance door. Look for the sign. We'll have people there to get you inside to the first floor meeting place. This meeting is going to be a demonstration of our 5'x10' CNC woodworking router, and our new 55"x 36" , 100 watt laser engraver. Rob Baumgartner will be there to demonstrate both machines. We will make and engrave wood cell phone recharger stands and give them away to anyone who comes. In addition we will talk about upcoming classes. We hope to see you there.

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Robotic Arm Class

Attention Junior High and High School Students Are you curious about the magic behind robots and how they follow your commands? Join us on January 11th for a one-of-a-kind experience that takes you into the heart of coding and robotics. This event is not your typical classroom - it's a hands-on adventure where you'll be in control! This event is your chance to dive into the world of robotics and see how your commands create action. Click Read More to register.

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November Maker Monday

Our next meeting is scheduled for Monday Nov. 18, 2024. 7-9 pm It will be held at the Romich Maker Space, 13875 Cleveland Road , Creston, Ohio 44217. This month's program is for anyone who has participated in our machine build classes. Perhaps you made a 3-d printer. Maybe it was a CNC router. If you are having any problems with your machine or just have questions, bring them to us on Nov 18! We have spare parts and supplies. Our instructors will be on hand to see if we can help fix whatever problem you have. Have something to show off to the group? Bring that too!

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December 3D printer Build

This class is now filled- sorry. Immerse yourself in the world of 3D printing with a workshop aimed at enthusiasts and supervised youth. Led by experienced professionals, the workshop will be held December 7th 2024, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Romich Maker Space in Creston, Ohio. You will build your own 3D printer under expert guidance, and learn about the slicing process and optimal printing parameters. The workshop fee is $200. Click on Read More for additional information and registration.

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October Maker Monday

We’re excited to welcome Elliot Liggett, a long-time member of our maker space community, as this month’s speaker! Elliot will be demonstrating our tabletop robotic arms and sharing details about an upcoming class on how these fascinating machines work and how you can program them. As usual, during the second half of our meeting, we invite former students to bring in their projects or any questions they have. Our knowledgeable maker space members will be available to offer guidance and support.

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September Maker Monday

The September Maker Monday will be at the Wayne College 3D Maker Lab on September 16th, hosted by Tom Hammond. In addition, there will be a review of the Prusa XL printer. Meeting will start at 7:00 PM. Click on "Read More" for directions and additional information.

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September Python on Micro-controllers Class

Join us Saturday September 28th for a hands-on, one-morning class introducing Python programming on micro-controllers! Whether you're new to coding or looking to expand your skills, this session will cover the basics of setting up and programming micro-controllers using Python. We'll explore real-world applications and give you the tools to start your own projects. Perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike!

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August Maker Monday

Discover the Latest in Telescopes and Astronomy! Join us for an awesome Maker Monday meeting on August 19th, from 7-9 PM at the Romich Foundation Makerspace, located at 13875 Cleveland Road, Creston, OH 44217. We're thrilled to announce that our upcoming Maker Monday meeting on August 19th will feature an engaging program focused on the fascinating world of telescopes and astronomy. Our special guest, Ray Cicconetti, will be joining us to share insights into the latest technological advancements in this field.

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July Maker Monday

Join us for an inspiring Maker Monday meeting on July 15th, from 7-9 PM at the Romich Foundation Makerspace, located at 13875 Cleveland Road, Creston, OH 44217. We are thrilled to welcome the talented students from Chippewa High School's Robotics Team! These innovative young minds will showcase their impressive robotic creations and share insights into the challenges they face and overcome in robotics tournaments.

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Python on Microcontrollers Class

June 22 Python on Microcontrollers class. Python, the most widely used programming language today, is essential for desktop, web, AI, and microcontroller development. This one-morning Saturday class is perfect for makers with some programming experience, offering an introduction to using Python to interface microcontrollers with lights, temperature sensors, microphones, and other external devices. The class will provide a basic understanding of the Python language to start your coding journey. REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED - Check back for future classes

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June Maker Monday

Join us for the Maker Monday meeting on June 17, 7-9PM at Romich Foundation Makerspace, 13875 Cleveland Road, Creston, OH 44217. Rolf Nelson will make a presentation about his 3-d printers and the things he has made. Program time will also include announcements and descriptions of upcoming classes. Attendees are invited to share their work, knowledge, successes and more with the group.

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May Maker Monday

Maker Monday is this coming week, May 20, 7-9 PM at Romich Foundation Makerspace, 13875 Cleveland Road, Creston, OH 44217. As usual, the evening will start with a program consisting of a number of people sharing various things. The featured presenter is Elliott Liggett, who will present on and demonstrate cloud chamber muon detection.

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April Maker Monday

Join us on Monday April 15th at 7:00 at the Romich Maker Space , 13875 Cleveland Road, Creston Ohio, 44217. Kevin Armstrong has been building a system for autonomous driving of a tractor for agricultural field work. He’s planning to present on his progress to date, which includes recent testing. 3D printing is being used at OARDC for various purposes. This includes emulating damaged soybean leaves in the entomology area. An invitation has been extended to Suranga Basnagala for a presentation on this topic.

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March Maker Monday

Join us on Monday March 18th at 7:00 at the Romich Maker Space , 13875 Cleveland Road, Creston Ohio, 44217. The highlight of the evening may be that Vic Schantz is planning to make an appearance. In addition, the first half of our time together will include presentations from a number of regulars on recent projects. These will include Jeff Snure showing and discussing epoxy filled wood. There are a number people doing this at the moment, including our own Izy Meshew and Kael Mowrer.‍ (There's more so click below)

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February Maker Monday

The next Maker Monday meeting will be on February 19th. This meeting will showcase recent projects and include a review of the Ender 3 V3 SE desktop 3D printer, and a BBC Microbit project used for pinewood derby races. If you have a project you would like to share, bring it to the meeting.

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March CNC Build

Build a Genmitsu 3018 Pro Ver 2 tabletop CNC router to take home. This two Saturday class (March 2nd an 9th) will take you though the assembly process and operation of your new CNC router. On the first Saturday morning you will assemble the CNC router under the direction of experienced instructors. On the second Saturday morning you will learn about the adjustments and settings necessary to create exceptional carvings. Cost is $350. Click on the "Read More" link to register on-line. Class is limited to building 4 machines. Question? Contact: John Bazaar - Norsetool@roadrunner.com

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January 3D Printer Build

Immerse yourself in the world of 3D printing with a two-part workshop aimed at enthusiasts and supervised youth. Led by experienced professionals, the workshop spans two Saturdays: January 13th and 20th 2024, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Romich Maker Space in Creston, Ohio. Session 1 involves building your own 3D printer under expert guidance, offering insights into mechanical components. Session 2 focuses on refining skills, covering the intricate slicing process and optimal printing parameters. The workshop fee is $250 for both sessions. Click on Read More for additional information and registration.

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December Maker Monday

Join us on Monday December 17th at 7:00 at the Romich Maker Space For our December Maker Monday, Rob Baumgartner will be presenting his new Creality K1 High Speed 3-D Printer. The K1 has a max speed of 600mm/second and features hands-free auto-leveling. It can also be controlled via the Creality App. Rob will discuss his experience with the machine and how it has helped him with his projects.

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Dec 16th  Edge Lit LED Display Build

Join us on December 16th, 2023, for an electrifying class where we'll be building an Edge Lit LED Display. For more information and to sign up click on the "Read More" button.

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November Maker Monday

Join us on Monday November 20th at 7:00 at the Romich Maker Space , 13875 Cleveland Road, Creston Ohio, 44217. Our very own Rob Baumgartner has been hard at work and has successfully brought to life a captivating prototype that captures the essence of holiday festive cheer. We are gathering for for this month's Maker Monday meeting where we'll be sharing ideas, discussing concepts, and making the final arrangements for our unique holiday lite displays.

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December CNC Build

Build a Genmitsu 3018 Pro Ver 2 tabletop CNC router to take home. This two Saturday class (December 2nd an 9th) will take you though the assembly process and operation of your new CNC router. On the first Saturday morning you will assemble the CNC router under the direction of experienced instructors. On the second Saturday morning you will learn about the adjustments and settings necessary to create exceptional carvings. Cost is $350. Click on the "Read More" link to register on-line. Class is limited to building 4 machines. Question? Contact: John Bazaar - Norsetool@roadrunner.com

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October Maker Monday

Rob Baumgartner will show a video about a way to build holiday lite displays. This looks like a fun interesting project for us to undertake. We can talk about ways we might use our existing supplies and machines to create kits that students could use to build these displays. In the latter part of the meeting, we've set aside time to assist with any machinery troubles you might have. If you're facing technical glitches or just need some advice, feel free to bring in your equipment. Our collective knowledge and experience are here to support you.

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🌟 Ignite Your Passion for Robotics 🌟

** Note New Class Added ** Attention Junior High and High School Students Are you curious about the magic behind robots and how they follow your commands? Join us for a one-of-a-kind experience that takes you into the heart of coding and robotics. This event is not your typical classroom - it's a hands-on adventure where you'll be in control! This event is your chance to dive into the world of robotics and see how your commands create action. Date: September 30, 2023 Click on the Read More link to register.

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October 3D Printer Build

Immerse yourself in the world of 3D printing with a two-part workshop aimed at enthusiasts and supervised youth. Led by experienced professionals, the workshop spans two Saturdays: October 7 and 14, 2023, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Romich Maker Space in Creston, Ohio. Session 1 (October 7) involves building your own 3D printer under expert guidance, offering insights into mechanical components. Session 2 (October 14) focuses on refining skills, covering the intricate slicing process and optimal printing parameters. The workshop fee is $250 for both sessions. Click on Read More for additional information and registration.

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August Maker Monday

August 21, 2023 is the regular date for us to have our monthly meeting. 7-9 pm. However we have decided to use this meeting as a work night for our volunteer instructors to assemble and test the robotic arms we purchased for an up-coming class We will have work tables set up and we will be building the arms. All makers are always welcome to our meetings. If you would like to come and help out, feel free. We just want you to know that this will not be one of our more typical meetings. We expect to return to our normal format in September.

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