Q: What is Gabe’s Makerspace?
A: Gabe’s Makerspace is a hands-on creative workshop where kids and adults can learn to design, build, and explore using real tools and materials. We focus on fun, safety, and creativity through projects that encourage problem-solving and practical skills.
Q: Can I visit Gabe's Makerspace without having to financially commit to an entire session?
A: Absolutely! Feel free to click below to schedule a brief tour and discuss your hopes and dreams!
Q: What ages can participate?
A: There are no minimum or maximum age requirements—all kids and adults are welcome! Sessions can be tailored to each participant’s experience and comfort level.
Q: How much does a session cost?
A: Sessions are one-hour long and are $80 per private session or $50 per student in a group session. Prices include materials for modest projects. Larger projects may incur additional costs.
Payment is made via Venmo (@Gabriel-Wegel) prior to your session.
Q: What’s your cancellation policy?
A: There is a 24 hour cancellation policy. This helps keep the schedule open for other makers who want to join.
Q: What should I wear?
A: Please wear closed-toe shoes and avoid loose clothing for safety reasons. Safety glasses and hearing protection are provided during all sessions.
Q: Are materials included?
A: Yes, materials are included for smaller projects.
Larger or more advanced projects may require additional materials at extra cost. We’ll always discuss that ahead of time so there are no surprises.
Q: Can I request a session outside the listed days and times?
A: Absolutely! If the available time slots don’t fit your schedule, feel free to request an off-schedule session that works for you.
Q: Where are you located?
A: We’re located just west of the Maynard Public Schools, at
4 Sheridan Ave, Maynard, MA.
It’s a short, walkable distance for students.
Q: What kinds of projects can we make?
A: Projects range from birdhouses to bookshelves in the woodshop, and from keychains to upcycled lawn art in the metal shop - and anything in between that you can think of.
Q: Do I need any prior experience?
A: Not at all! All skill levels are welcome—from first-time makers to experienced tinkerers. Sessions are personalized to your comfort level.
Q: What if I can’t afford a session, but I know someone who would love to attend?
A: Don’t let cost be a barrier! The goal of Gabe’s Makerspace is to provide a fun, hands-on, and inclusive environment for everyone, regardless of financial situation. If someone is eager to participate but cost is a concern, please reach out — we can always find a way to make it work.
Q: Can parents stay during kids’ sessions?
A: Yes, parents are welcome to stay and watch, though it’s not required.
Q: Do you offer gift certificates?
A: Yes! Gift certificates are available for any amount.
Q: What tools and machinery does Gabe’s Makerspace provide?
A: Gabe's Makerspace is equipped with a variety of hand and power tools for wood and metal working including: bandsaws, chop saws, a table saw, belt/disk bench sander, routers, vertical milling machine, metal lathe, MIG welder, oxy-acetylene torches, bench grinders, 3D printer, CAD workstation, air compressor, vehicle lift, and an overhead hoist.
Q: How dangerous are the tools to use?
A: Safety is always the top priority at Gabe’s Makerspace. Many of our tools include built-in safety features — for example, the table saw stops instantly if it contacts skin, and our small, quiet, battery-powered chop saw is beginner-friendly. In the welding shop, auto-darkening helmets make the experience both safe and fun. Safety glasses are required, and ear protection is always encouraged.
Q: How do I sign up?
A: You can click the box below to schedule your session.
Q: What if I have a special project or invention that I'm interested in pursuing at Gabe's Makerspace. A: I'm especially interested in a new challenge and have a broad range of experience that I'd love to apply towards any special projects. Click the box below and we can collaborate.
Q: What type of donations do you accept?
A: Gabe's Makerspace greatly appreciates the following donations:
1.) Non-functional items for disassembly in our Deconstruction Lab Class; the more moving parts; the better! Typewriters, sewing machines, snowblowers, autonomous vacuums, rototillers, record players, are all perfect to learn how they work by taking them apart. Items we do not accept include dehumidifiers (contains freon), microwaves (contains charged capacitors) and vacuums (generally not enough moving parts)
2.) Scrap wood. We tend to go through a lot of wood as trial and error is a great way to learn how to build. So we'll happily accept those random old boards or plywood you have been storing for years!
3.) Cash/Venmo. Gabe's Makerspace focuses on inclusivity, so we don't want cost to prohibit a student from being able to learn. 100% of all monetary donations will go towards students who need it.
Feel free to click below if you want to arrange a donation.
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