We've had a great response at our Soda City table. We'll be there again December 21. We took a group photo at our last meeting with a few of our current and new members!

We bought a new laser cutter!
AF2028-60 - 60W CO2 Laser Engraver Cutting Machine with 20'' x 28'' Working Area and Auto Focus
omtechlaser.com/products/af2028-60-60w-co2-laser-engraver-cutting-machine-with-20-x-28-working-area

We set up an info table at the Soda City Farmers Market on Main St. last Saturday and it was a big success! We got lots of interest from people with many different maker backgrounds. Several new members, too!

We plan to be there again at the end of October with live demonstrations of lathe turning, 3D printing, and maybe ceramics. Come out and see us!

We did major cleaning last Saturday! We cleaned, we organized, we threw stuff out! Thanks to all who came. The space is looking better than ever! There is a list on the table in the lounge if you want to come by and add to our efforts. On Wednesday, we'll re-arrange the furniture in the lounge.

Come join us for a clean up day! We voted to have it Saturday, September 21 at 10 am. Probably will order lunch if people want. Tasks listed below. Whatever we can't finish, we can at least plan for. This is a great way to meet your fellow makers and get to know the space.

• Painting in lounge
• Hallway paneling
• Mount the hall light switch in a better location
• Get folding tables
• Move the small couch out and re-arrange - Alex
• Clean the metal shop, paint inside the fume hood
• Finish and paint the arcade
• Replace ceiling tiles in wood shop

Latest happenings:

• We are prepping to give some classes. They should include sewing, Blender, soldering, wood turning, and ceramics. 
• Looking for grants to help us expand our space
• Trying to do more social media
• Planning to start attending the Soda City farmers market once a month
• Planning an enclosure for the 3D printers