300 past events with the classes tag

Bring a ukulele for free lesson or to play with us.

Do you love board games? Join us for this fun and creative workshop where youth and adults will work together at making their own! You’ll learn what goes into making a good game, then design your own prototype using equipment in our Design Lab. Registration requires at least one youth and one adult. Families may register as a unit for up to 6 people.

Just in time for the holidays! Hand build and decorate holiday ornaments for your home or to give as a gift. No previous experience is necessary to register. Face mask is required. Drop in or secure a space by emailing info@clay-wood.com, or call (616) 540-7419.

Pet Productions | March 30 at Madjax

Create your own personalized pet accessories! Learn about 3D and sublimation printing. Choose from a variety of pet products for dogs, cats, and more. NOTE: While pets are treasured members of our households, they don’t make for great collaborators in the Design Lab. Please leave your pets at home.

Instructor: James Lodl

Recommended ages: 13 through adult
Ages 8–12 may accompany a registered adult

Piece of Muncie | April 8 | Madjax Maker Force

Celebrate your favorite Muncie memories and places by creating your own custom jigsaw puzzle and storage box.

Participants will create a digital collage using their own photos, images, or artwork and will use the sublimation printer to print and press your own 48-piece jigsaw puzzle and accompanying storage box.

Instructor: Lena Reid

Date: Saturday, April 8 | 4–6pm

Recommended ages: 16 through adult

Ages 8–15 may accompany a registered adult

Cost: $15

Scholarships are available to any individuals or families with a demonstrated need. Email Kyra Zylstra, Director of Initiatives and Partnerships, at kyra@madjax.org.

Learn the basics of using the Canva design platform, then create and print your own personalized stickers. Stickers can be used for hydro-flasks, laptop cases, phone cases, wall decor (they peel off easily), window clings, etc.

You may also bring original artwork, photos or create a hand drawn design to use on your stickers.

Instructors: Meghan Anacker and Olivia Ward

Date: Thursday, April 13 | 4–7 pm

Recommended ages: 13 through adult

Ages 6–12 may accompany a registered adult

Cost: $5

Scholarships are available to any individuals or families with a demonstrated need. Email Kyra Zylstra, Director of Initiatives and Partnerships, at kyra@madjax.org.

Learn how rain barrels can help contribute to a more sustainable local ecosystem, and learn to build your own rain barrel. Make a barrel and take it home ready to use.

There are two registration options for this workshop. Please make sure you choose the correct registration button for your preferred option below:

Barrel and Education only: You will receive a list of supplies to purchase on your own, plus a reclaimed barrel free of charge.

Barrel, Education, and Kit with guided instruction: For only $15 you will receive all the parts, the reclaimed barrel, and the on-site instruction to complete your kit during the event.

Instructor: Jason Donati, Stormwater/Recycling Educator at the Muncie Sanitary District

Date: Thursday, April 20 | 6–8 pm

Recommended ages: 16 through adult

Ages 8–15 may accompany a registered adult

Cost: $0 – Barrel ONLY, no parts kit | $15 – Barrel AND Parts Kit

Scholarships are available to any individuals or families with a demonstrated need. Email Kyra Zylstra, Director of Initiatives and Partnerships, at kyra@madjax.org.

Join Ball State University’s College of Architecture and Planning for a Design Thinking workshop that is specifically designed for sixth, seventh, and eighth graders. This hands-on experience will help students tackle complex challenges through systematic, creative problem-solving. Come and learn more about how to think like a designer!

This workshop is offered in Partnership with the Ball State University R. Wayne Estopinal College of Architecture and Planning.

Instructor: Derek Bohm

Date: Saturday, April 29 | 10 am–12 pm

Recommended for students in Grades 6–8

Cost: $5

Scholarships are available to any individuals or families with a demonstrated need. Email Kyra Zylstra, Director of Initiatives and Partnerships, at kyra@madjax.org. 

April showers bring May… plants! Come explore what plants need to grow. We will experiment with growing conditions including soil, music, lights, and water. Participants will be able to take home their own potted plants to continue their scientific exploration.

Instructor: Jenifer Pierce

Dates: Saturday, May 6 | 10 am–12 pm

Recommended ages: 12 through adult

Ages 8–11 may accompany a registered adult

Cost: $5

Scholarships are available to any individuals or families with a demonstrated need. Email Kyra Zylstra, Director of Initiatives and Partnerships, at kyra@madjax.org. 

TUBE LIFE

Join us for a four-day summer camp designed for middle school students who dream of becoming the next big YouTube sensation! Learn video editing, content creation, and internet safety from experienced instructors, all while having fun with fellow aspiring content creators. Build your channel and gain the skills to launch your YouTube career.
 

Instructor: Betsy Weston 

Scholarships are available to any individuals or families with a demonstrated need. Email Kyra Zylstra, Director of Initiatives and Partnerships, at kyra@madjax.org.

We have gift certificates available! Give the gift of a fun learning experience at Madjax to a friend or loved one. Click here to purchase a gift certificate.

VLOG VENTURES

Our four-day camp is designed for elementary aged students and their families to learn the ins and outs of creating YouTube content together. Led by professional teachers, you’ll learn about video production, internet awareness, and career exploration in media fields.

Instructor: Brittany Ciempola 

Scholarships are available to any individuals or families with a demonstrated need. Email Kyra Zylstra, Director of Initiatives and Partnerships, at kyra@madjax.org.

We have gift certificates available! Give the gift of a fun learning experience at Madjax to a friend or loved one. Click here to purchase a gift certificate.

Bots & Beyond

Can you build with the technology of the future? During this very hands-on camp, students will explore an introduction to robotics, engineering, and coding. Students will work together to design, build and program their bot, compete in challenges, and explore the way robotics technology is being used in local workplaces.

Instructor: Pat McCrory 

Scholarships are available to any individuals or families with a demonstrated need. Email Kyra Zylstra, Director of Initiatives and Partnerships, at kyra@madjax.org.

We have gift certificates available! Give the gift of a fun learning experience at Madjax to a friend or loved one. Click here to purchase a gift certificate.

back to school sublimation

Design and create images to sublimate onto your own custom water bottle and notebook. You may use your original artwork, bring digital photographs, or create a new design to decorate your own unique items.

Instructor: Lena Reid 

Grades 1–5 may accompany a registered adult

Scholarships are available to any individuals or families with a demonstrated need. Email Kyra Zylstra, Director of Initiatives and Partnerships, at kyra@madjax.org.

We have gift certificates available! Give the gift of a fun learning experience at Madjax to a friend or loved one. Click here to purchase a gift certificate.

sound synthesizer

Participants will build a simple electronic circuit that creates a musical tone with a pitch that can be changed using a light sensor. The instrument will be mounted in a keepsake box along with a mint-tin speaker. There will be an explanation of how the circuit works and suggestions for future development of the instrument.

Instructors: Michael Pounds 

Scholarships are available to any individuals or families with a demonstrated need. Email Kyra Zylstra, Director of Initiatives and Partnerships, at kyra@madjax.org.

We have gift certificates available! Give the gift of a fun learning experience at Madjax to a friend or loved one. Click here to purchase a gift certificate.