Victoria Makerspace Association upcoming events

Woodshop Tool Checkout (18 Aug 2026)

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

A bi-weekly group checkout for the wood shop tools.

If you want updates or are looking for a checkout outside of these times make a post on the checkout thread

Usually Hosted by Chance McClendon

Payment is not expected but candy, baked goods, etc are very welcome. Restocking my DnD Snack drawer.

FIX IT in the classroom (20 Aug 2026)

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:00:00 GMT

New Applicants Evening (25 Aug 2026)

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 02:00:00 GMT

An night hosted by the spaces New Members Committee.

This event is the third mandatory step in the application process. For more details on the application process visit makerspace.ca/apply

General topics covered will include:

Safety information
New member package and handouts
Expectations of membership and some basics of how to share a work space
Commitment to volunteer efforts
How to get started on your goals/project at the space
a tour of the facility and high level overview of our tools
Registration and paperwork

FIX IT in the classroom (27 Aug 2026)

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Woodshop Tool Checkout (1 Sep 2026)

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT

A bi-weekly group checkout for the wood shop tools.

If you want updates or are looking for a checkout outside of these times make a post on the checkout thread

Usually Hosted by Chance McClendon

Payment is not expected but candy, baked goods, etc are very welcome. Restocking my DnD Snack drawer.

FIX IT in the classroom (3 Sep 2026)

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Work Party - New Storage and Shelving (5 Sep 2026)

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Come one come all to help build on Phase 2 of the big workroom refresh project!

We'll be building bike storage, vertical sheet good storage, new short-term storage space for keeping projects at the space while you are working on them!

If you'd like to see the short-term storage come back bigger and better than ever, now is your chance to come make it happen!

All skill levels welcome, and pizza, snacks, and beverages will be supplied for volunteers!

Can't stay for the full day? Just drop in and pitch in where you can!

Number of volunteers dependent, we may also start work on finishing the classroom wall and a couple of other related projects.

Wanna help out? Wanna get some storage? Wanna get some experience building rudimentary cabinets with a pocket hole jig and the track saw? This is a great opportunity for all of that and more!

Beginner Woodworking Course - September (9 Sep 2026)

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Beginner Woodworking Course

This course will focus on teaching woodworking skills so you will be comfortable using the shop for your future projects. You are not expected to have any woodworking experience or own any tools. You will be supplied with everything you need. The class size is small to guarantee a consistent amount of one on one instruction.

Over the course of three classes you will build a solid wood tool box from rough lumber to finished box. This can serve as storage for your future tool collection or a neat thing to show your mom. For more in depth please read the syllabus

This course includes checkouts for the Jointer, Planer, Table saw, and router table if you don't already have them.

If you have any feedback or suggestions to make this course more accessible or need more information please contact me at bychancewoodworking@gmail.com or on the makerspace forum @chanceofawesome

Cost: $200

Instructor: Chance McClendon

Class needs at least 3 students to run

You must be a member of the makerspace to take this course

Cancellation Policy: Non-refundable, fully transferable. Directors to make exceptions based on cases of hardship (injury, death in the family, etc.)

FIX IT in the classroom (10 Sep 2026)

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Woodshop Tool Checkout (15 Sep 2026)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT

A bi-weekly group checkout for the wood shop tools.

If you want updates or are looking for a checkout outside of these times make a post on the checkout thread

Usually Hosted by Chance McClendon

Payment is not expected but candy, baked goods, etc are very welcome. Restocking my DnD Snack drawer.

Beginner Woodworking Course - September (16 Sep 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Beginner Woodworking Course

This course includes checkouts for the Jointer, Planer, Table saw, and router table if you don't already have them.

If you have any feedback or suggestions to make this course more accessible or need more information please contact me at bychancewoodworking@gmail.com or on the makerspace forum @chanceofawesome

Cost: $200

Instructor: Chance McClendon

Class needs at least 3 students to run

You must be a member of the makerspace to take this course

Cancellation Policy: Non-refundable, fully transferable. Directors to make exceptions based on cases of hardship (injury, death in the family, etc.)

FIX IT in the classroom (17 Sep 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Beginner Woodworking Course - September (23 Sep 2026)

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Beginner Woodworking Course

This course includes checkouts for the Jointer, Planer, Table saw, and router table if you don't already have them.

If you have any feedback or suggestions to make this course more accessible or need more information please contact me at bychancewoodworking@gmail.com or on the makerspace forum @chanceofawesome

Cost: $200

Instructor: Chance McClendon

Class needs at least 3 students to run

You must be a member of the makerspace to take this course

Cancellation Policy: Non-refundable, fully transferable. Directors to make exceptions based on cases of hardship (injury, death in the family, etc.)

FIX IT in the classroom (24 Sep 2026)

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Woodshop Tool Checkout (29 Sep 2026)

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT

A bi-weekly group checkout for the wood shop tools.

If you want updates or are looking for a checkout outside of these times make a post on the checkout thread

Usually Hosted by Chance McClendon

Payment is not expected but candy, baked goods, etc are very welcome. Restocking my DnD Snack drawer.

New Applicants Evening (29 Sep 2026)

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 02:00:00 GMT

An night hosted by the spaces New Members Committee.

This event is the third mandatory step in the application process. For more details on the application process visit makerspace.ca/apply

General topics covered will include:

Safety information
New member package and handouts
Expectations of membership and some basics of how to share a work space
Commitment to volunteer efforts
How to get started on your goals/project at the space
a tour of the facility and high level overview of our tools
Registration and paperwork

Beginner Woodworking Course - September (30 Sep 2026)

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Beginner Woodworking Course

This course includes checkouts for the Jointer, Planer, Table saw, and router table if you don't already have them.

If you have any feedback or suggestions to make this course more accessible or need more information please contact me at bychancewoodworking@gmail.com or on the makerspace forum @chanceofawesome

Cost: $200

Instructor: Chance McClendon

Class needs at least 3 students to run

You must be a member of the makerspace to take this course

Cancellation Policy: Non-refundable, fully transferable. Directors to make exceptions based on cases of hardship (injury, death in the family, etc.)

FIX IT in the classroom (1 Oct 2026)

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Classroom Reserved - Board Meeting (3 Oct 2026)

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 19:00:00 GMT

FIX IT in the classroom (8 Oct 2026)

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Woodshop Tool Checkout (13 Oct 2026)

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

A bi-weekly group checkout for the wood shop tools.

If you want updates or are looking for a checkout outside of these times make a post on the checkout thread

Usually Hosted by Chance McClendon

Payment is not expected but candy, baked goods, etc are very welcome. Restocking my DnD Snack drawer.

FIX IT in the classroom (15 Oct 2026)

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT

FIX IT in the classroom (22 Oct 2026)

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Woodshop Tool Checkout (27 Oct 2026)

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

A bi-weekly group checkout for the wood shop tools.

If you want updates or are looking for a checkout outside of these times make a post on the checkout thread

Usually Hosted by Chance McClendon

Payment is not expected but candy, baked goods, etc are very welcome. Restocking my DnD Snack drawer.

New Applicants Evening (27 Oct 2026)

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 02:00:00 GMT

An night hosted by the spaces New Members Committee.

This event is the third mandatory step in the application process. For more details on the application process visit makerspace.ca/apply

General topics covered will include:

Safety information
New member package and handouts
Expectations of membership and some basics of how to share a work space
Commitment to volunteer efforts
How to get started on your goals/project at the space
a tour of the facility and high level overview of our tools
Registration and paperwork

FIX IT in the classroom (29 Oct 2026)

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT

FIX IT in the classroom (5 Nov 2026)

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Woodshop Tool Checkout (10 Nov 2026)

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 01:00:00 GMT

A bi-weekly group checkout for the wood shop tools.

If you want updates or are looking for a checkout outside of these times make a post on the checkout thread

Usually Hosted by Chance McClendon

Payment is not expected but candy, baked goods, etc are very welcome. Restocking my DnD Snack drawer.

FIX IT in the classroom (12 Nov 2026)

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT

FIX IT in the classroom (19 Nov 2026)

Fri, 20 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Woodshop Tool Checkout (24 Nov 2026)

Wed, 25 Nov 2026 01:00:00 GMT

A bi-weekly group checkout for the wood shop tools.

If you want updates or are looking for a checkout outside of these times make a post on the checkout thread

Usually Hosted by Chance McClendon

Payment is not expected but candy, baked goods, etc are very welcome. Restocking my DnD Snack drawer.

New Applicants Evening (24 Nov 2026)

Wed, 25 Nov 2026 03:00:00 GMT

An night hosted by the spaces New Members Committee.

This event is the third mandatory step in the application process. For more details on the application process visit makerspace.ca/apply

General topics covered will include:

Safety information
New member package and handouts
Expectations of membership and some basics of how to share a work space
Commitment to volunteer efforts
How to get started on your goals/project at the space
a tour of the facility and high level overview of our tools
Registration and paperwork

FIX IT in the classroom (26 Nov 2026)

Fri, 27 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT

FIX IT in the classroom (3 Dec 2026)

Fri, 04 Dec 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Woodshop Tool Checkout (8 Dec 2026)

Wed, 09 Dec 2026 01:00:00 GMT

A bi-weekly group checkout for the wood shop tools.

If you want updates or are looking for a checkout outside of these times make a post on the checkout thread

Usually Hosted by Chance McClendon

Payment is not expected but candy, baked goods, etc are very welcome. Restocking my DnD Snack drawer.

FIX IT in the classroom (10 Dec 2026)

Fri, 11 Dec 2026 00:00:00 GMT

FIX IT in the classroom (17 Dec 2026)

Fri, 18 Dec 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Woodshop Tool Checkout (22 Dec 2026)

Wed, 23 Dec 2026 01:00:00 GMT

A bi-weekly group checkout for the wood shop tools.

If you want updates or are looking for a checkout outside of these times make a post on the checkout thread

Usually Hosted by Chance McClendon

Payment is not expected but candy, baked goods, etc are very welcome. Restocking my DnD Snack drawer.

FIX IT in the classroom (24 Dec 2026)

Fri, 25 Dec 2026 00:00:00 GMT

FIX IT in the classroom (31 Dec 2026)

Fri, 01 Jan 2027 00:00:00 GMT

Woodshop Tool Checkout (5 Jan 2027)

Wed, 06 Jan 2027 01:00:00 GMT

A bi-weekly group checkout for the wood shop tools.

If you want updates or are looking for a checkout outside of these times make a post on the checkout thread

Usually Hosted by Chance McClendon

Payment is not expected but candy, baked goods, etc are very welcome. Restocking my DnD Snack drawer.

Woodshop Tool Checkout (19 Jan 2027)

Wed, 20 Jan 2027 01:00:00 GMT

A bi-weekly group checkout for the wood shop tools.

If you want updates or are looking for a checkout outside of these times make a post on the checkout thread

Usually Hosted by Chance McClendon

Payment is not expected but candy, baked goods, etc are very welcome. Restocking my DnD Snack drawer.

Woodshop Tool Checkout (2 Feb 2027)

Wed, 03 Feb 2027 01:00:00 GMT

A bi-weekly group checkout for the wood shop tools.

If you want updates or are looking for a checkout outside of these times make a post on the checkout thread

Usually Hosted by Chance McClendon

Payment is not expected but candy, baked goods, etc are very welcome. Restocking my DnD Snack drawer.

Woodshop Tool Checkout (16 Feb 2027)

Wed, 17 Feb 2027 01:00:00 GMT

A bi-weekly group checkout for the wood shop tools.

If you want updates or are looking for a checkout outside of these times make a post on the checkout thread

Usually Hosted by Chance McClendon

Payment is not expected but candy, baked goods, etc are very welcome. Restocking my DnD Snack drawer.

Woodshop Tool Checkout (2 Mar 2027)

Wed, 03 Mar 2027 01:00:00 GMT

A bi-weekly group checkout for the wood shop tools.

If you want updates or are looking for a checkout outside of these times make a post on the checkout thread

Usually Hosted by Chance McClendon

Payment is not expected but candy, baked goods, etc are very welcome. Restocking my DnD Snack drawer.

Woodshop Tool Checkout (16 Mar 2027)

Wed, 17 Mar 2027 00:00:00 GMT

A bi-weekly group checkout for the wood shop tools.

If you want updates or are looking for a checkout outside of these times make a post on the checkout thread

Usually Hosted by Chance McClendon

Payment is not expected but candy, baked goods, etc are very welcome. Restocking my DnD Snack drawer.

Woodshop Tool Checkout (30 Mar 2027)

Wed, 31 Mar 2027 00:00:00 GMT

A bi-weekly group checkout for the wood shop tools.

If you want updates or are looking for a checkout outside of these times make a post on the checkout thread

Usually Hosted by Chance McClendon

Payment is not expected but candy, baked goods, etc are very welcome. Restocking my DnD Snack drawer.

Woodshop Tool Checkout (13 Apr 2027)

Wed, 14 Apr 2027 00:00:00 GMT

A bi-weekly group checkout for the wood shop tools.

If you want updates or are looking for a checkout outside of these times make a post on the checkout thread

Usually Hosted by Chance McClendon

Payment is not expected but candy, baked goods, etc are very welcome. Restocking my DnD Snack drawer.

Woodshop Tool Checkout (27 Apr 2027)

Wed, 28 Apr 2027 00:00:00 GMT

A bi-weekly group checkout for the wood shop tools.

If you want updates or are looking for a checkout outside of these times make a post on the checkout thread

Usually Hosted by Chance McClendon

Payment is not expected but candy, baked goods, etc are very welcome. Restocking my DnD Snack drawer.

Woodshop Tool Checkout (11 May 2027)

Wed, 12 May 2027 00:00:00 GMT

A bi-weekly group checkout for the wood shop tools.

If you want updates or are looking for a checkout outside of these times make a post on the checkout thread

Usually Hosted by Chance McClendon

Payment is not expected but candy, baked goods, etc are very welcome. Restocking my DnD Snack drawer.

Woodshop Tool Checkout (25 May 2027)

Wed, 26 May 2027 00:00:00 GMT

A bi-weekly group checkout for the wood shop tools.

If you want updates or are looking for a checkout outside of these times make a post on the checkout thread

Usually Hosted by Chance McClendon

Payment is not expected but candy, baked goods, etc are very welcome. Restocking my DnD Snack drawer.

Woodshop Tool Checkout (8 Jun 2027)

Wed, 09 Jun 2027 00:00:00 GMT

A bi-weekly group checkout for the wood shop tools.

If you want updates or are looking for a checkout outside of these times make a post on the checkout thread

Usually Hosted by Chance McClendon

Payment is not expected but candy, baked goods, etc are very welcome. Restocking my DnD Snack drawer.

Woodshop Tool Checkout (22 Jun 2027)

Wed, 23 Jun 2027 00:00:00 GMT

A bi-weekly group checkout for the wood shop tools.

If you want updates or are looking for a checkout outside of these times make a post on the checkout thread

Usually Hosted by Chance McClendon

Payment is not expected but candy, baked goods, etc are very welcome. Restocking my DnD Snack drawer.

Woodshop Tool Checkout (6 Jul 2027)

Wed, 07 Jul 2027 00:00:00 GMT

A bi-weekly group checkout for the wood shop tools.

If you want updates or are looking for a checkout outside of these times make a post on the checkout thread

Usually Hosted by Chance McClendon

Payment is not expected but candy, baked goods, etc are very welcome. Restocking my DnD Snack drawer.

Woodshop Tool Checkout (20 Jul 2027)

Wed, 21 Jul 2027 00:00:00 GMT

A bi-weekly group checkout for the wood shop tools.

If you want updates or are looking for a checkout outside of these times make a post on the checkout thread

Usually Hosted by Chance McClendon

Payment is not expected but candy, baked goods, etc are very welcome. Restocking my DnD Snack drawer.

Woodshop Tool Checkout (3 Aug 2027)

Wed, 04 Aug 2027 00:00:00 GMT

A bi-weekly group checkout for the wood shop tools.

If you want updates or are looking for a checkout outside of these times make a post on the checkout thread

Usually Hosted by Chance McClendon

Payment is not expected but candy, baked goods, etc are very welcome. Restocking my DnD Snack drawer.