| RECENT NEWS All News (most recent at top) | Fixit Clinic May 16, 3:30-6:00 (Wednesday, Apr 29th - Mike ) |  (Photo by Duluth Folk School) Just because it’s broken doesn’t mean it belongs in the trash can! Whether it’s cracked, torn, stained, missing a piece, or just not working properly, broken things can be made good as new with the right skills and tools. Resource Renew is partnering with Duluth Makerspace and the Duluth Folk School to host Fixit Clinics where you can learn how to fix your stuff!
What is a Fix-it Clinic?
Fixit Clinics are events where volunteers with repair skills give free, guided assistance to help you troubleshoot and fix your broken household items. Volunteers specialize in a variety of repair skills, including electronics and small appliances, woodworking and furniture, watches and jewelry, clothing and upholstery, sports and outdoor gear, ceramics, artwork, and more!
Sign up in advance to be paired with a skilled volunteer.Fill out a registration form or call 218-722-3336 to reserve a time slot and make sure our volunteers are prepared with the right tools and materials to help! Walk-ins welcome but not guaranteed a time slot.
There’s no guarantee your item can be fixed. If it can’t be repaired in during the event or requires specialty parts, we’ll help connect you to local professionals or other resources to get your item back in working order.
Practice taking something apart. Kids welcome! The tinker table has broken toys and other things you can try taking apart – what’s on the inside, and how does it work?
ACCEPTED ITEMS
Small appliances, furniture, electronics, watches, jewelry, clothing, textiles, sporting gear, outdoor gear, tools, ceramics, artwork, toys and more!
This month you CAN bring your tools with small engines (lawn mowers, weed whackers and such).
No firearms
Items must not be actively leaking fluids of any kind (please drain leaks in advance!)
Limit one item per person per Fix-it Clinic
FIX MY STUFF!
Fill out a registration form or call 218-722-3336 to tell us about the item you need fixed and to be paired with a volunteer.
Volunteer your Skills!
Seeking repairers of all specialties and skill levels! Fix-It Clinic volunteers help guide participants in fixing their broken items, identifying what’s wrong and teaching valuable repair skills. Bring your own tools & equipment, and you’ll be reimbursed for consumable materials Even if you’ve never fixed anything before, the Fix-It Clinic welcomes volunteer greeters to orient participants and keep the event running smoothly! Volunteers receive training and orientation in the hour before each Clinic and can enjoy free coffee (courtesy of Almanac Coffee) throughout the event and $10 towards Dovetail Cafe menu items.
Fill out a volunteer form or call 218-722-3336 to tell us about your skills and availability.
Questions?
Email us at info@resourcerenew.com or call 218-722-3336 to learn more.
| Lobby Is Getting A Makeover (Wednesday, Aug 27th - Mike ) |  We're in the process of updating our lobby. We're moving the front desk, having new lighting installed, new flooring installed, new wall treatments. In short our lobby will be fresh and welcoming. Watch for an open house when we will show it off!
In the meantime we are still using the shops and studios - with lots of cool creative projects happening. Come take a tour, take the orientation class, become a member and get access to tools and a place to work.
| Bandsaw Fundraising Update Feb 25, 2025 (Friday, Nov 15th - Mike ) |  (Progress as of 2/25/25 ) We are 100% funded for the new bandsaw!!! Thank you to everyone who donated!
A link to our Give to the Max fundraiser page is here: GiveMN.org
DMS Venmo (cut and paste). https://venmo.com/u/duluthmakerspace
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| | UPCOMING CLASSES & EVENTS See All | Today
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May 1st |  Class: Cold Process Soap Making (6:30pm-8:30pm)[$40]
Learn the basics of cold process soap craft from start to finish using lye and different oils and fats. We'll cover safety, tips, resources, and the fundamentals of the age-old craft. This handmade soap makes a great gift, especially for those with chemical sensitivities. | This
Saturday
May 2nd |  Class: Agate Stained Glass Sun Catcher (4:00pm-7:00pm)[$60]
In this beginner stained glass class you will learn the basic techniques of cutting glass, construction using copper foil and solder. By the end of this class, you will have constructed a beautiful stained-glass sun catcher set with an agate to take home.
Class will be taught by Alyssa and Hayley | This
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Wednesday
May 6th |  Class: In Person - DMS Membership Orientation (6:00pm-8:00pm)[$20]
*This class is only for New Members to orient to Duluth MakerSpace. Attendees will be expected to have a current membership or pay for a months membership at the time of orientation.* IF YOU’RE LOOKING FOR A TOUR, PLEASE CONTACT MIKE ( mikeolson@duluthmakerspace.com or 218-461-0069 )
A general orientation to everything Duluth Makerspace. In this mandatory class for RFID access, we go over important tool usage, as well as workshop expectations and function. | Next
Thursday
May 7th | | Next
Friday
May 8th | Event: Tours 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM (5:00pm-7:00pm)
Josh will have the shop open for tours Friday 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Show up, take a tour, and see what DMS is all about.
Tours generally take 15 to 30 minutes. | Next
Saturday
May 9th | Class: **By Invitation Only** Cabochon Making/Lapidary Cl (9:00am-4:00pm)[$120]
**By Invitation Only** Cabochon Making/Lapidary Class
Hayley has been rock hounding and playing with rocks since 2020. Her experience includes tumbling, jewelry making, cutting and polishing as well as specimen preparation.
***Lapidary 101 is prerequisite for this class *** In this course, students will review what they learned in Lapidary 101 and continue the process by taking stones from the preform stage through cabbing and polishing. Fee includes materials (use of studio sanding belts, 1 preform to cab, additional materials available for purchase). Completion of this course certifies the student to utilize the studio unsupervised by a studio manager. Class format: 9-12 instructions and project work, 12-1 break, 1-4 complete projects.
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May 10th | | Next
Monday
May 11th |  Meeting: Member (6:00pm-7:30pm)
Monthly Makerspace Member meeting to review current events, functions, and updates for the Duluth Makerspace Community. Scheduled the second Monday of every month(Unless changed due to holidays).
Pizza will be provided.
Meeting: Member (6:00pm-7:30pm)
Monthly Makerspace Member meeting to review current events, functions, and updates for the Duluth Makerspace Community. Scheduled the second Monday of every month(Unless changed due to holidays).
Pizza will be provided. | Next
Tuesday
May 12th |  Class: Beginner Wheel Throwing Pottery: 6-Week Course (6:00pm-8:30pm)[$250]
PREVIOUS CLASS REQUIRED
Beginner Wheel Throwing Pottery: 6-Week Course
Join us for a 6-class series guiding you through the full process of making clay pots—from throwing on the wheel to glazing.
Classes meet Tuesday nights on the following dates:
March 31st, April 7th, 14th, 21st, 27th, and May 12 (No class May 5th).
The first 5 weeks we will primarily work on the wheels.
The final week will focus on glazing your work.
All materials (clay, glaze, and kiln firing) are included.
Class will be canceled if fewer than 3 participants are registered by March 30th, 2026, at 6:00 PM. | Next
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