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Create, Connect, Cultivate

Club Maktrix is a community makerspace and creator’s lab in Novato - a place to make things, learn new skills, experiment with ideas, and connect with other creative humans.

Three Ways We Come Together

Create

Facilities and tools for exploring projects in our fully equipped makerspace. From woodworking and metalcraft, to textiles and jewelry we share tools, skills, and inspiration.

Learn by Doing

Tool trainings, project parties, and peer mentorship. Safety-first approach with experienced makers guiding newcomers through hands-on learning.

Host & Share

Member-led workshops, salons, and show-and-tells. Our community thrives when members share their expertise and passions with fellow makers.

Our Facilities

Wood Workshop

Full woodworking setup with hand tools, power tools, and finishing station. Training required for power equipment.

Welding & Metal

Professional welding station with safety equipment. Certification training mandatory before access.

Laser Cutting

Precision laser burner/cutter for detailed projects. Computer-controlled with safety protocols and ventilation.

Fiber Arts

Sewing machines, and textile workspace. Perfect for clothing, upholstery, and creative fiber projects.

Creative Studios

Paint station, jewelry-making bench, and specialized craft supplies for artistic exploration and fine detail work.

Community Spaces

Comfortable lounge for collaboration, movie nights, outdoor area and even a mushroom cultivation lab.

We train for safety, care for tools, and leaving spaces better than we found them.

Liquid Learners Youth Program

Self-directed, project-based learning for young makers. Liquid Learners supports youth in choosing meaningful projects, collaborating with mentors, and building portfolios through hands-on making.

01

Explore

Discover interests and brainstorm project ideas with peer support and mentor guidance.

02

Plan

Define and design project scope, gather materials, and set achievable milestones with adult oversight.

03

Build

Create with maker support, safety briefings, and age-appropriate tool training throughout the process.

04

Share

Present finished work through show-and-tells, demos, and community showcases with family celebration.

Events Calendar

Our community comes alive through member-hosted workshops, tool trainings, collaborative builds, salons, and movie nights. Each event reflects the diverse talents and interests of our makers.

1

Tool Trainings

Safety-first orientations for woodworking, welding, laser cutting, and specialized equipment access.

2

Build Days

Collaborative community projects where members pool skills and creativity for shared outcomes.

3

Member Workshops

Skill-sharing sessions led by experienced members covering everything from jewelry making to mushroom cultivation.

4

Social Gatherings


Silent discos, botanical elixer mixers (non-alcoholic), movie nights, music jams and casual meetups that strengthen our creative community bonds.

Events • Workshops • Projects • Community

Host Your Own Experience

Members can propose and lead workshops, clubs, salons, demos, and collaborative builds. Share your expertise, explore new topics, and strengthen our maker community.

1

Draft Your Idea

Outline your topic, learning outcomes, equipment needs, and safety considerations.

2

Safety Review

Our stewardship team reviews proposals for safety protocols and space compatibility.

3

Schedule & Promote

Approved events get added to the member calendar with registration and resource coordination.

Stay Connected in Our Forum

Between in-person gatherings, our members-only Telegram community chat keeps the conversation flowing. Share project updates, ask for tool advice, coordinate material swaps, and build relationships.

Project Help

Get technical advice and troubleshooting from experienced makers

Tool Coordination

Share resources, coordinate equipment use, and arrange material exchanges

Event Discussion

Dedicated threads for upcoming workshops and collaborative planning

Community Connection

Celebrate completed projects and share inspiration with fellow creators

-Available with Innovator membership

Questions? Get in Touch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Club Maktrix?

Club Maktrix is a community makerspace and creator’s lab for people of all ages who want to make, learn, experiment, share skills, and connect.

Do I need prior maker experience?

Not at all! We welcome beginners. Some tools require safety training before use, which we provide to members.

Can non-members attend events?

Yes, either as a guest of an existing member or by signing up to be a short-term member.

Is Club Maktrix just for kids?

Not at all! Club Maktrix is for creators of all ages- kids, teens, adults, families, artists, tinkerers, entrepreneurs, and anyone curious about making, learning, and bringing ideas to life.

Can I check it out before becoming a regular member?

Absolutely. Come to an open event, workshop, or gathering and get a feel for the space and community.


What is a Private Membership Association?

Club Maktrix operates as a Private Membership Association (PMA), with activities and use of the space offered to members and their invited guests under private agreement.


Still have questions?
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Private Membership Association- All offerings provided exclusively under private agreement.

JOIN CLUB MAKTRIX

There’s an easy way in. Join the community for free to hear about events, workshops and projects. If you want regular access to the makerspace, tools and member hours, become an Innovator.

Email: Trustee@commongrounding.earth

COME MAKE SOMETHING

Curious about Club Maktrix? Join the community, come to an event, meet some interesting humans, and see what sparks.

South Novato, California

Email: Connect@commongrounding.earth for questions