Awesome place. Had a strange interaction with a staff member. Happy to share feedback if anyone…read morewants to reach out.

I love "HATCH"! such a wonderful place to go and let your creative juices flow. There is so much…read moreto do and learn here, Free to the public. Hatch offers weekly classes anything from wood working to laser cutting you can do it here. All the staff are volunteers they are very friendly and are willing and on hand to help you out with your product. Hatch also has classes for kids as well. Parents can bring there kids enjoy doing a classes with them. Some of the things you can do at HATCH: Laser Cutting, Sewing, 3D Printing, Soldering, Wood Working, Lego Mindstorms/ Robotics, Arduino, And more. So if you have a Project, Idea, Invention that you want to bring to life. you can make it happen at "HATCH"

My son was really stuck with his senior project. It was a 3D printed prosthetic hand that he could…read morenot get printed properly. We contacted Chris who immediately offered to help us out. On top of printing the hand for us on short notice, when he found out it was a school project and then being donated to charity, he offered all his time and equipment for free. The facility was very clean, with a considerable amount of equipment to use for various types of projects.

From the owner: Creatorpult is a Membership-based Makerspace. We provide tools, space and materials for the crafty…read moreand curious to learn and create. Focuses are 3D Printers, Electronics, Robotics and Woodworking.

I love this place! It is a perfect way to spend a lazy afternoon making a custom craft gift (or…read morepersonal use decorative). I am not the most crafty person (far from it), but they were able to help this guy make a beautiful Christmas present (wine carrier in my case) with pre-set or custom designs. They made it fun (full of coffee / tea + cookies), while there is this borderline addictive painting and gluing. Oh and the staff is super helpful and happy to work with you through all your color decisions / gluing troubles. Great for: 1. Friend bonding 2. 7th date 3. lazy day 4. Reunions Bad for: 1. 1st dates 2. Break ups

From the owner: The Makery is a creative space for makers of all kinds. We are a hub for ideas, design, and…read moreinnovation as well as an enriching center for learning, art, culture, and social interaction. We maintain a collaborative, community workspace with the essential tools and expertise for people to develop their skills and bring their ideas to life.

Cool makerspace with laser cutting, woodworking, 3D printing, electronics tools, and more. They…read morehold workshops occasionally and members get access to the shop 24/7 (though I'm not one and can't speak to that level of access).

From the owner: Cambridge Hackspace is a 501(c)3 non profit maker space in the center of Somerville, MA. We hold…read moreweekly meetings where we get together and make things.

Took a welding class from a guy who I think actually fixed my garage door previously before it…read morealmost fell on my head but I'm sure that was my fault. Very like minded individuals in that class and it fit the description to a T. When makers spaces started popping up I wanted to take every class they had. I could finally afford the classes I wanted to take! Wood working also a big goal, wanted to make a coat rack out of an old tree that had someone cut down. Great energy there and paired with P3 I'm guessing you're an unstoppable investment. Congratulations! The starving artists of Portsmouth have come so far and sure popped that bubble! I've always been on the outside looking in and even though I didn't fit the mold I was so happy when it grew, this included although almost hard to recognize! You deserve all 5 stars for sure!

I was really curious to see how Port City Makerspace would evolve. It surpassed my expectations…read more The fellows that run PCM are lovely, helpful and creative people. They have a great variety of tools and a cute little dog. I love the space and am enjoying watching the community around the space catalyst.

I've been a member at Artisan's Asylum since 2017, and it's been one of the most meaningful…read morecreative communities I've been part of. I started out pretty tentatively, just learning and exploring. Over time, I got more involved and eventually became the laser shop lead for four years. That experience opened the door for me to build a small business creating bamboo candle lanterns and piggy banks--something I never would have been able to do on my own without access to the tools and support there. That's really what makes a makerspace like this so special. You get access to equipment that would be wildly expensive (and impractical) to own yourself, and you're surrounded by people who are both learning and generously sharing what they know. A recent moment really drove that home for me. I needed to test out my tent system for an upcoming show, but the weather outside was terrible. I was able to set everything up in the common space and run a full test. Honestly--such a small thing, but incredibly helpful, and exactly the kind of flexibility that makes this place so valuable. These days, my focus has shifted to painting, and having studio space at the Asylum has been just as important for this next chapter. I have the room I need to work in encaustic, lay out panels, prep surfaces, and wrap finished pieces for transport. The shared spaces make all of that possible in a way that would be hard to replicate anywhere else. It's a welcoming, diverse environment with something for everyone--whether you're just curious or looking to build something serious. If you've ever thought about trying something new, take a class and see where it leads. You might surprise yourself. Time to get creative.

My third review (and probably last) for the Artisan's Asylum, specifically for classes…read more My wife wants to take a jewelry class there. She has sent several emails requesting information, it's been several months and still has not received a response. I guess they don't care about new business and growing their class offerings. Customer service is not their forte.

This is a great makerspace, run by the Brown University engineering department. It is mostly used…read moreby Brown and RISD students, but theoretically open to all. Great selection of tools and scrap materials to help start any type of project. Staffed by an excellent group of monitors who are very knowledgeable and pretty attractive as well.

Wow, all I can say is that Arsenal Yards has really been stepping up their game, and I'm impressed…read more Arsenal Yards is adding variety to the suburbs, once again giving you that downtown Boston feel for less traffic. The shops and restaurants here are really curated in a way that it draws you in, as most of these places are one of a kind in this neighborhood...its really cool! Lots of new places since my last review...especially for all you foodies out there (& myself). Some of my favorite additions are Chip City and Blackbird Doughnuts. More on the way too, Jersey Mikes is coming as well as a new restaurant called ButterBird. The clothing store J Crew is opening soon as well. There's also a lot of fitness places I want to try, esp Rumble Boxing. Also the James Joseph Salon and the Skin Laundry place look cool. There's really something here for everyone, both of which are useful for everyday living, or just for a fun night out of new places to explore.

Have to say this was a pleasant surprise . Travel to Boston often but this is the first time…read moresaying in this area. Very trendy and lots of options for shopping and eating. Really enjoyed the area and being able to walk around

Art, music and more. Had the opportunity to attend "Salt Lick Sessions" at the Umbrella Arts Center…read morein Concord. The venue is intimate, seating is comfortable, acoustics are first class. Peruse a visual art show on the lobby before entering the auditorium. The evening was capped off by three outstanding musical artists who performed their hearts out: Olivia Barton brought her melodic voice and guitar, and crooned the audience with folksy songs about everyday life such as simply making the rent. Carter Benjamin energized the audience with his 3-piece rock group that evoked funkaledic influences of REM. Last but not least, Kiernan Rhodes serenaded us on the piano, with songs of youth and family, in a style and energy reminiscent of Billy Joel meets Hollywood. The talented musical trio capped off the evening by uniting in an unexpected encore, covering James Taylor's "You've Got a Friend."

My higher grade is more for the art center itself rather than the performances. There's always a…read moresmall exhibition at the center of the building and it's nice to see artists can work on their projects late into the night. The facilities look clean and orderly, including the bathrooms and artist studios. I liked seeing all pottery made by the various artists. I also enjoyed the theater itself. While the seating itself isn't all that special, the acoustics are quality. If you expect something significantly higher than community theater here, you may be disappointed. While the performances were fine, they're not really all that polished and feel rather barebones (two actors playing one role in a production was rather strange). If you want a more grander theater experience but without going into Boston, consider Reagle in Waltham. (For all you Yelp police out there, yes, I paid $ here for tickets so I can review)