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From the December 2022 Newsletter:

The Move is On !! Volunteers Needed


This weekend we will complete a project we have been working on since April, the consolidation of The Lab and The Shop into a single building. When we are done we will occupy the entire 7,300 square feet of the North building at 28030 FM2978. This is a big step for The MakerBarn, and it would have never happened except for the loyalty and generosity of our members. So, congratulate yourselves, you deserve it.

Things like this don’t come easy. The weekend before Thanksgiving we took on the task of removing all the stuff we didn’t want, and gave the place a thorough cleaning. First a charity resale shop came by and took many of the items they could resell or give to folks that need it. Then a fellow and his son came by. They sell metal for recycling. They cleaned out an enormous amount of stuff. Then we got a 20-yard dumpster and filled it to the brim. We still had more stuff to get rid of it, so we ordered another dumpster and almost filled it. Now the place looks great!

So, what is this doing for us? Bringing the Lab and Shop together will help bring the membership closer. Not too close, as we are going to have 2,400 more square feet than we previously had. We have already built a nice machine shop and classroom in the new space. We will also have a small CNC Machine shop. We will have a bit more storage space and room for some new machines. And, we will have a small, but complete kitchen.

We will be closing the lab on Friday December 2nd and reopening the lab at the new place on Monday December 5th. On Friday we will be moving and organizing some of the smaller items. The main move will be on Saturday starting at 9:00am. All hands on deck! This is a great time to help out The MakerBarn and meet members you have never seen. I don’t think it will be too difficult, but please be careful and have fun. Have a great time over the holidays. Don’t forget about the move this weekend and help us out if you can.

Thanks,
George Carlson
President, MakerBarn
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      MAKERBARN DIRECTORS

      George Carlson
      DIRECTOR

      Jeanie James
      DIRECTOR

      Greg Radliff
      DIRECTOR

      EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

      Kathy Barbieri
      PRESIDENT

      George Carlson
      SENIOR DIRECTOR

      Jody Cochran
      SECRETARY

      Raul Garcia
      TREASURER


      Jim Barron
      MEMBERSHIP

      Matt Folsom
      IT

      Mark Bush
      SHOP MANAGER

      John Buckley
      NEWSLETTER EDITOR

      It is our decision to open now, with restrictions as detailed below. We believe our members are above average, caring individuals who care about their community and one another and will therefore use sound judgment in deciding whether or not to come to the makerspace.

      GUIDELINES AND RESTRICTIONS:

      Masks: Everyone must wear a mask before entering the Barn and for the duration of your time at the Barn. Please bring your own.

      Two’s a crowd: We want to practice social distancing while also allowing for making. So let’s keep it to one member using each area at a time, i.e. one member in the laser room, one member in the sanding room, one member using the sewing, one doing wood working, etc.

      Members with guests: Guests and children are asked to stay at home until we have reliable information that shows the Covid-19 danger is considerably reduced. We are not there yet. Safety and health of our members is top priority.

      Call First: To avoid a wasted trip…Call before coming. 832-663-6390 The manager on duty will let you know if there is room for what you are wanting to do. If not, they can help you schedule a better time to come in. We are all going to need to be respectful and considerate of one another during this time.

      Kill it!: Germs that is. Cleaning up after yourself just took on a whole new meaning. We are asking you to bring supplies to disinfect before and after in your work space. We will try to have some hand cleaner and wipes available, but it would be best if members could bring their own. Wipe down safety glasses, door knobs, on/off switches and control knobs, keyboards, etc. DO NOT USE WIPES ON METAL EQUIPMENT. Just wash your hands with soap…often.

      This should go without saying, but…If you are sick, stay home. If someone in your house is sick, stay home.

      While this is our current decision, please know that it is fluid. We will continue to watch the situation and will continue to discuss what is the best course of action. Slack is a great way to stay informed on the minute to minute . We will also send out emails regarding larger changes.

      We love and appreciate you all. We pray that we all stay healthy and that, though we’re staying physically distant, our hearts grow closer together. We will focus on the positives and we hope you get to come make something.