EVENTS

Learning how to make flavored vinegars and flavored oils. Techniques on how to dry herbs for long time storage. How to make your own "Jarlick" without the chemical preservative aftertaste. Making an herb drying rack system that is pest free for outdoor use.

Enjoy learning basic robotics!

This is a fun garden to grow. We will talk about pumpkins and winter squash and how to preserve them whole for winter storage. We will also experiment with standard planting vs. planting what is known as the "Three Sisters."

Soccer camp with coaches from Flint Style Soccer and Flint City Bucks/AFC players

**Join us for our social sewing group! **This program is for sewing, crocheting, and knitting of all skill levels.

Bring your instrument and join us for our first ever Open Jam Night! Hosted by Award Winning Songwriter and Music Publisher, Jerome Earnest this will be a relaxed, collaborative evening of music. Whether you want to jam, learn from others, or just talk music, this is a space to connect, share, and explore creativity together.

Types of pests and how to deter and avoid them. Understanding insect pests like white cabbage moths and tomato hornworms. Dealing with the challenges of animals that are drawn to your garden and why. How to deal with subterranean pests and how to deal with grazers and birds.

Come check out Factory Two! Tour the space, meet members, and learn what we make here. Free and open to the public.

Planting occurs throughout the gardening season, not just on Mother's Day or Memorial Weekend. This is the time to start seeds indoors for fall planting. These crops will continue past the frost days and nights with some continuing on through December with protection. Some plants can endure longer with sturdier protection. We will start our seedlings for the fall gardening season.

Join us for an exciting opportunity to learn music from an experienced instructor! Jerome Earnest will be offering free 45-minute guitar or bass guitar lessons for students of all skill levels.

Join us for Bring Your Own Project: Art Club, an open studio-style night where you bring your own supplies and work on whatever inspires you.

(previous experience is helpful, but not necessary) This is a great way to create scarves, sweaters, cardigans, afghans, tote bags, and more.

Join us at Flint Farmers' Market for a fun day of making, including woodturning, screen printing, button making and more! Special spotlight on Making Saturdays Awesome!

Whether you're a seasoned pro or a complete beginner, our open lathe sessions are designed for everyone to explore the art of woodturning. Join our experienced instructor, Bobby E., for a private two hour session where you'll gain hands-on experience with our woodturning lathe. During your session, you'll: Learn the basics of lathe operation and safety. Create your own unique woodturned project. Receive tailored guidance to build your skills and confidence. All tools and materials are provided, so all you need to bring is your enthusiasm to learn something new! Spaces are limited, so don't miss out on this opportunity to get creative and make something amazing.

Join us for a monthly meet-up Stained Glass social event.

**Join us for our social sewing group! **This program is for sewing, crocheting, and knitting of all skill levels.

Have a sewing project in progress but not sure what comes next? Join us for B.Y.O.P. Sewing Night with professional sewing instructor Susan W. This program is designed for beginner and intermediate sewers who want extra guidance while working on their own projects.

Comparing the two types of gardening types. Is one better than the other? Benefits of no till gardening and planting biomass and companion plants. How to draw in specific pollinators.

(previous experience is helpful, but not necessary) This is a great way to create scarves, sweaters, cardigans, afghans, tote bags, and more. There are literally hundreds of granny square patterns to explore once you've mastered the basics.

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Have a sewing project in progress but not sure what comes next? Join us for B.Y.O.P. Sewing Night with professional sewing instructor Susan W. This program is designed for beginner and intermediate sewers who want extra guidance while working on their own projects.

This is the gardeners best friend as it nourishes the soil and creates healthy productive produce. We will construct composting bins from pallets and discuss how to care for it.

Create your own personal style with a throw pillow made from a pillow form. The cover is easily removed for cleaning or to change for the holiday or season.

Bring your instrument and join us for our first ever Open Jam Night! Hosted by Award Winning Songwriter and Music Publisher, Jerome Earnest this will be a relaxed, collaborative evening of music. Whether you want to jam, learn from others, or just talk music, this is a space to connect, share, and explore creativity together.

How to ensure proper irrigation and soil health. We will be planting your choice of a living salad bowl, hanging tomato basket or a windowsill herb garden.

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Have a sewing project in progress but not sure what comes next? Join us for B.Y.O.P. Sewing Night with professional sewing instructor Susan W. This program is designed for beginner and intermediate sewers who want extra guidance while working on their own projects.

How deep to plant various types of seedlings and why. How to mulch and why it matters.

Come see what Factory Two is all about! Free tours, live equipment demos, and meet the community. All ages welcome. No RSVP required.