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The Hive

About

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The Hive is a hub for STEAM learning, creativity, and community collaboration in Cambridge. Its mission is to provide free, hands-on learning opportunities to the Cambridge community, resources for personal projects and to serve as a hub for skill sharing and creative collaboration.

  • We center equity.
  • We spark creativity.
  • You are welcome.
  • We will help!

The Hive is part of STEAM at the Library. Learn about other STEAM offerings at the Library here.

Features

  • Hive Safety Training: Required introduction to the space.
  • 101 Workshops: Get trained on the basics of the equipment and spaces in The Hive.
  • Equipment & Studio Reservations: Once you have been trained on equipment and spaces basics, reserve time in The Hive.
  • Other Workshops & Events: Specialty workshops and programs offered throughout the year.

Visit our calendar to see what is coming up.

Coming Up

Open Shop (Main)

Friday, December 5 @ 9:30 AM
During Open Shop, anyone who has completed Hive training and is badged can reserve Hive equipment or studio spaces. Additionally, individuals are welcome to drop in to work on their projects independently. The Hive staff will assist with questions as they are able! New makers are also welcome to come in during open shop for a 10min drop in video safety training! Tool Reservations for this date will open two weeks prior from this date.
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Serger Training (Main)

Friday, December 5 @ 3:00 PM
Are you an intermediate or advanced sewer? This class will cover serger machine setup, threading a serger, and identifying correct tension settings with different types of fabric. You will learn about ways to use our Elna Extend 864 Air serger to take your sewing skills to the next level by producing special finishing styles, hemming, trimming and assembling your garments. Up to two patrons can register for this class. This class is designed for patrons who have prior experience using a sewing machine to complete many types of fiber arts projects. If you are new to machine sewing, we recommend you take our Sewing 101 workshop before using our serger.
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Digital Embroidery (Main)

Saturday, December 6 @ 9:30 AM
Want to learn how to create custom clothing and other fiber projects with embroidered text? In this workshop, you’ll use a digital embroidery machine to stitch personalized designs and take home a unique piece. This class is for those with prior sewing machine experience. If you're new to sewing, we recommend taking our Sewing 101 workshop first.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who can be a maker in The Hive?

The Hive is open to individuals with a Minuteman library card. The space is designed for independent use for patrons ages 12 and up and supervised use for children under the age of 12.

How do I reserve equipment and spaces?

Makers can reserve equipment in our fab lab and spaces (XR lab, multimedia studio, podcasting studio) through our booking system. Reservations can be made online, over the phone, or in person.

How do I contact The Hive?

Stop by and visit us on L2 at the Main Library! Alternatively, you can reach us by email or phone.
Email: thehive@cambridgema.gov 
Phone: 857-235-9819

For More Information

To learn more about local STEAM programs, visit the Cambridge STEAM Initiative website

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