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== General Information ==

This page documents notable projects that Berea Makerspace members have worked on. Projects are split into two categories: makerspace-wide initiatives and individual member projects.

If you have a project you'd like to add to this page, or if you'd like to create a detailed page for an existing project, reach out on Slack or email info@bereamakerspace.org.

== Makerspace Projects ==

{| class="wikitable sortable"
|-
! Project
! Years
! Description
! Status
! Details
|-
| Crochetmas Tree
| 2021, 2022
| A community crochet project creating a large Christmas tree display from handmade yarn ornaments and decorations. Brought together crocheters of all skill levels to create a unique holiday display.
| Completed
| [[Crochetmas Tree|Project Page]]
|-
| Purpose in Action
| 2022-2023
| A partnership with Parker Hannifin and the Kentucky Department of Education to design accessible manufacturing work cells for employees with disabilities. Berea Community High School and Woodford County High School students developed prototypes addressing color blindness, wheelchair accessibility, dyslexia, blindness, and cognitive disabilities. The project was funded by the American Rescue Plan's ESSER fund and featured a final competition at Eastern Kentucky University.
| Completed
| [https://www.kentuckyteacher.org/news/2023/04/woodford-county-and-berea-independent-high-school-students-changing-the-landscape-of-accessibility/ Kentucky Teacher Article]
|-
| Kentucky School for the Deaf Partnership
| 2024-Present
| Ongoing partnership helping the Kentucky School for the Deaf build out a makerspace for their students. The project provides access to fabrication tools and processes used in local business, with a focus on job training, STEAM learning, and preparing students for future careers.
| Ongoing
| [[Kentucky School for the Deaf|Project Page]]
|-
| Interdependence Day
| 2025, 2026
| A community event celebrating interdependence through making, sharing skills, and collaborative projects. Featured hands-on activities, demonstrations, and skill-sharing workshops.
| Ongoing
| [[Interdependence Day|Project Page]]
|}

== Member Projects ==

{| class="wikitable sortable"
|-
! Project
! Lead Member(s)
! Years
! Description
! Status
! Details
|-
| Chimney Swift Project
| Jess (and other members)
| 2024-Present
| A collaborative project with the Berea Forestry Outreach Center to build and install a large chimney swift tower, supporting local bird populations through conservation efforts.
| Ongoing
| [[Chimney Swift Project|Project Page]]
|-
| Raised Beds at Berea Kids Eat
| Jess, Ed Clautice, (and other members)
| 2024-Present
| Design and construction of raised garden beds for Berea Kids Eat, supporting community food access and education.
| Ongoing
| [[Raised Beds - Berea Kids Eat|Project Page]]
|-
| Homeschool STEAM Camps
| June, Brian
| 2024-Present
| Weekly STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) extracurricular camps for homeschool students, featuring hands-on making and collaborative projects.
| Ongoing
| [[Homeschool STEAM Camps|Project Page]]
|}

== Adding a Project ==

To add a project to this page:

# Create a new page for your project using the format [[Project Name]].
# Write a brief description of the project, including:
** Background and motivation
** Timeline
** People involved
** Key outcomes or impact
** Photos or media
# Add an entry to the appropriate table above with a link to your project page.

If you need help formatting your project page, reach out on Slack or check the [[Help]] page.

== External Resources ==

* [https://bereamakerspace.org/calendar Upcoming events and workshops]
* [https://bereamakerspace.org/ Media and press coverage of Makerspace projects]

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