Gizmo-CDA

☀️New This Summer: Sunset Craft Nights at Gizmo!

Join us outdoors this summer for an evening of creativity, community, and making under the sunset.

On the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month from June through August, we'll gather outside for a fun, family-friendly craft activity. Each session features a different project, and it's a great opportunity to meet new people, get creative, and enjoy a summer evening together. Curious about Gizmo? We'll also have tours available throughout the event!

June 11: Summer Bucket List Collages
Kick off your summer by creating a vision board filled with your goals, adventures, and dreams for the season! We'll provide colorful papers, magazines, stickers, markers, paint, and everything else you need to create an inspiring summer collage.

2nd & 4th Thursdays, June–August
6:00–8:00 PM
$10 per person
All ages welcome (children must attend with an adult)

No registration required—drop-ins are welcome! Registering ahead helps us plan supplies and guarantees your spot if space becomes limited.

Come create with us and make this summer one to remember! ☀️

Thank you Northwest Dental Benefits! We truly appreciate the generosity of your community.

From left: James Fillmore, president of the board of Gizmo-CdA, Haley Jolstead and Jennifer Snow, both of Northwest Dental Benefits, present a donation check to Gizmo-CdA on April 22. Northwest Dental Benefits (NWDB) offers members the chance to nominate and vote on local causes to give back through its “Beyond
the Benefits” program, directing donations where they matter most in Idaho communities. Gizmo-CdA is a non-profit community makerspace that offers classes and membership options.

Make Something Creative at Gizmo This June!

Looking to try a new skill, make something by hand, or learn how creative technology works? We’ve got an exciting mix of classes coming up for makers of all kinds!

Intro to Cross Stitch – Tiny Heart
Join Ella and learn the relaxing art of cross stitch with a beginner-friendly heart project you can turn into a keychain, bookmark, pin, or more.

Macramé Tree of Life
Cathy is at it again! Learn to tie knots into beautiful art while creating your own Tree of Life wall hanging using classic macramé techniques.

Laser Cutter: Plant Stakes
Learn laser cutting basics while designing and engraving custom wooden plant stakes for your garden or houseplants.

UV Printer Basics – Photo Keychain
Discover how UV printing works and create your own custom acrylic keychain or desk art using your favorite photo or design.

✨ Hands-on learning
✨ Real tools + creative skills
✨ Take home what you make

Spots are limited, so we recommend registering early!

We are so grateful to work in collaboration with NIC to introduce more students into processes such as prototyping. Thanks, Sarah Halsted for your love of educating!

Grads, students get hands-on STEM experience For many, life after high school is filled with confusion and uncertainty.

🛠 Create Something New at Gizmo!

Ready to try something hands-on this summer? We’ve got a great mix of classes coming up—whether you want to design, build, sew, or get a little muddy!

Vinyl Printer & Cutter Basics
May 30 | 1–4 PM
Turn your designs into custom stickers and learn how to use Gizmo’s large-format printer + cutter (certification included!).

Fundamentals of Pottery (6-week series)
June 1 – July 6 | Mondays, 6–9 PM
Learn to throw on the wheel, glaze your pieces, and take home 3–5 finished creations.

Sewing Basics: Tote Bag
June 3 | 2–4 PM
Perfect for beginners—learn to use a sewing machine and make your own custom tote in a small, hands-on class.

Wire Wrapping: Basic Pendant
June 3 | 6–9 PM
Create a beautiful handmade pendant while learning foundational jewelry-making techniques.

✨ Learn real skills
✨ Work with real tools
✨ Take home what you make

Spots are limited—we recommend registering early!

💛✨ Thank You, Coeur d’Alene! ✨💛

We had such a wonderful time at the Early Learning Fair—thank you to all the families and educators who stopped by to connect with us. We loved meeting so many of you and sharing what Gizmo is all about!

Missed us? You’ve got another chance!
Join us at TeenZone Connect – A Teen Resource Fair
at the Coeur d’Alene Public Library
Saturday, May 30 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Come say hi and enjoy some creative, hands-on fun!

At Gizmo-CdA, we’re proud to be Coeur d’Alene’s community makerspace—helping people of all ages build creativity, curiosity, and confidence through access to tools, technology, and mentorship.

Curious about Gizmo? Stop by during our Walk-In Tour Hours:
Wednesdays | 7–9 PM
Saturdays | 12–2 PM

We can’t wait to see you soon!