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== General Information ==
== 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.
This page documents 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.
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, ask in [[Slack]] or email [mailto:info@bereamakerspace.org info@bereamakerspace.org].


== Makerspace Projects ==
== Makerspace Projects ==
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| Crochetmas Tree
| Crochetmas Tree
| 2021, 2022
| 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.
| Members created a large Christmas tree display from handmade yarn ornaments and decorations. The project brought together crocheters of different skill levels.
| Completed
| Completed
| [[Crochetmas Tree|Project Page]]
| [[Crochetmas Tree|Project Page]]
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| Withered Tech
| Withered Tech
| 2026
| 2026
| Special Project involving Makerspace Partner agk. Multiple laptops obtained through the Berea College recycling system are being used in this project.
| A project with makerspace partner agk. It uses laptops obtained through the Berea College recycling system.
| Ongoing
| Ongoing
| [[Withered-Tech|Project Page]]
| [[Withered-Tech|Project Page]]
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! Project
! Lead Member(s)
! Years
! Years
! Description
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| Chimney Swift Project
| Chimney Swift Project
| Jess (and other members)
| 2024 - 2026
| 2024 - 2026
| 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.
| Jess and other members are working with the Berea Forestry Outreach Center to build and install a chimney swift tower. The project supports local bird conservation.
| Ongoing
| Ongoing
| [[Chimney Swift Project|Project Page]]
| [[Chimney Swift Project|Project Page]]
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| Raised Beds at Berea Kids Eat
| Raised Beds at Berea Kids Eat
| Jess, Ed Clautice, (and other members)
| 2024
| 2024
| Design and construction of raised garden beds for Berea Kids Eat, supporting community food access and education.
| Jess, Ed Clautice, and other members designed and built raised garden beds for Berea Kids Eat. The project supports community food access and education.
| Ongoing
| Ongoing
| [[Raised Beds - Berea Kids Eat|Project Page]]
| [[Raised Beds - Berea Kids Eat|Project Page]]
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| Homeschool STEAM Camps
| Homeschool STEAM Camps
| June, Brian
| 2024, 2025
| 2024, 2025
| Weekly STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) extracurricular camps for homeschool students, featuring hands-on making and collaborative projects.
| June and Brian lead weekly camps for homeschool students covering science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM). Activities include making and collaborative projects.
| Ongoing
| Ongoing
| [[Homeschool STEAM Camps|Project Page]]
| [[Homeschool STEAM Camps|Project Page]]
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== Adding a Project ==
== Adding a Project ==


To add a project to this page:
Before creating a page, check whether the project already has one.


# Create a new page for your project using the format [[Project Name]].
# Write a brief description with the project dates, people involved, and current status.
# Write a brief description of the project, including:
# Link to an existing project page or relevant external coverage. If more detail is needed, create a project page with its background, timeline, participants, outcomes, and photos.
** Background and motivation
# Add a row to the appropriate table using the same columns. Keep descriptions to two to four sentences and order entries by the year the project started.
** 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.
Ask in [[Slack]] if you need help adding or formatting an entry.


== External Resources ==
== External Resources ==


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

Latest revision as of 01:10, 17 September 2026

General Information

This page documents 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, ask in Slack or email info@bereamakerspace.org.

Makerspace Projects

Project Years Description Status Details
Crochetmas Tree 2021, 2022 Members created a large Christmas tree display from handmade yarn ornaments and decorations. The project brought together crocheters of different skill levels. Completed 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 Kentucky Teacher Article
Kentucky School for the Deaf Partnership 2024 - 2027 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 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 Project Page
Withered Tech 2026 A project with makerspace partner agk. It uses laptops obtained through the Berea College recycling system. Ongoing Project Page

Member Projects

Project Years Description Status Details
Chimney Swift Project 2024 - 2026 Jess and other members are working with the Berea Forestry Outreach Center to build and install a chimney swift tower. The project supports local bird conservation. Ongoing Project Page
Raised Beds at Berea Kids Eat 2024 Jess, Ed Clautice, and other members designed and built raised garden beds for Berea Kids Eat. The project supports community food access and education. Ongoing Project Page
Homeschool STEAM Camps 2024, 2025 June and Brian lead weekly camps for homeschool students covering science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM). Activities include making and collaborative projects. Ongoing Project Page

Adding a Project

Before creating a page, check whether the project already has one.

  1. Write a brief description with the project dates, people involved, and current status.
  2. Link to an existing project page or relevant external coverage. If more detail is needed, create a project page with its background, timeline, participants, outcomes, and photos.
  3. Add a row to the appropriate table using the same columns. Keep descriptions to two to four sentences and order entries by the year the project started.

Ask in Slack if you need help adding or formatting an entry.

External Resources