October 2026
On the last Saturday of each Month, Spark Studio Salem hosts a booth at Salem’s legendary Saturday Outdoor Farmer’s Market where we demonstrate technology, answer questions, and let the Salem community know about the great resource a Makerspace can be for makers of all stripes.
Come down, say hi, and see what a Makerspace is all about.
Curious about Spark Studio Salem?
Drop by Saturday afternoons where you can see the space, meet our community, and get some hands-on time with creative projects.
Whether you’re looking to brainstorm ideas, solve a tricky problem, or get inspired by what others are working on, we’re here to help.
It’s a relaxed, open time for anyone to drop in and get hands-on with their ideas or just see what others are working on.
Free to the public.
Here’s what you can do:
- Bring a project and make some progress
- Get familiar with the tools and equipment in the space
- Share ideas, ask questions, or swap advice
- Spend time with others who enjoy making things
We keep things informal, so you can come and go as it works for you.
Whether you’re looking to work on something specific or just want to see what we’re all about, you’re welcome to join us.
Registration Form
You will learn about the laser engraving machines and custom engrave your own high quality bamboo cutting board to take home with your own design from one of our templates.
You will get to learn about and have hands-on operation of the machines under supervision by your instructor.
We ask that any minors be directly supervised by their parent or guardian at all times.
We will cover:
- Basic theory and operation of industrial size laser engravers
- Basics of 2d vector and raster graphics
- Cutting and engraving modes of operation using Lightburn engraving software.
- Aligning your design to the cutting material.
- Safety hazards and mitigations
Meetup Wednesday Maker Social (2nd Wednesday each month)
It’s a free public casual meet up to chat about all things making, share projects, and enjoy some time with fellow creatives.
Here’s what we’ll do:
- Talk about upcoming makerspace developments
- Share what projects we’re working on
- Build community and connect with others
Join fellow radio enthusiasts from around the region to talk Meshtastic + LoRa.
⚡️ Show off your rig!
📡 Share a story about your setup!
Learn how mesh technologies are used in the Willamette Valley, and match some faces to node names.
Spark Studio Salem is located across from Tsunami Taproom where food and beverages are available.
Fiber Arts group in Salem, OR Questions?
email us! salemfiberartsforgood@gmail.com
MaVeRiCC is a friendly gathering of vintage computer enthusiasts: A great place for restorers, gamers, makers, and nostalgic nerds to show off their vintage computer gear, fix misbehaving computers, play some games, marvel at the latest tech demos and modern accessories, and reminisce about the old days of computing!
Free small appliance and computer repair at Spark Studio in Salem.
This event will accept:
- small appliances
- computers
- electronics
- cell phones
- bicycles
- machine and hand mending
- blade sharpening (limit 2 items please)
You can sign up to help repair items, or to bring something for repair.
RSVP here: https://forms.gle/sY9zVNeeBrKrgEmF7
Wandering Wednesday Maker Social (4th Wednesday each month)
On the fourth Wednesday of every month, we meet at various locations (decided at the prior month social). It’s a free public casual meet up to chat about all things making, share projects, and enjoy some time with fellow creatives.