The Front Room STL

08/19/2026

IT'S A TOTALLY TUBULAR

THIRD FRIDAY

Get ready to party like it's 1999!

Join us on August 21st from 6-8pm for an unforgettable 90's NIGHT, where you'll get to enjoy a nostalgic blast with 90's themed crafts, exciting video games, delicious snacks, and all your favorite hits from the decade! We'll have:

*90's trivia from 6:30 - 7:00pm.
*Enjoy splatter painting and beaded lizard crafts
*Open play Super Smash 64 game
*Food trucks by Scoops of Joy and Guys with the Fries
*90's themed prizes and trinket giveaways

We can’t wait to see you dressed in your best 90's apparel, so grab your friends and let’s make some memories together that are totally tubular!

UPCOMING POP-UP ART STUDIOS

Our Pop-Up Art Studios are special classes hosted in The Front Room every Thursday! Local artists facilitate accessible, hands-on art sessions every Thursday from 11:00-1:00 PM. Each week features a medium, or activity designed to encourage creativity and community connection in a fun and welcoming environment.

Join us tomorrow, August 20th from 11-1pm for this week's pop-up art studio: Paint your Pet featuring Bridget Fahy! She'll walk you through a gorgeous water color portrait of your furry best friend. Tickets are still available!

And don't forget next week's art studio: Crochet Granny Squares with Anni Eline! Thursday, August 27th from 11-1pm. Anni will teach you the basics and techniques to begin crocheting with this beginner friendly granny square. Tickets are available below!

Introducing MADE's first ever support group, Layers of Grief with ArtRise Co.

UPCOMING COMMUNITY CLASSES

Create your own stylish, reversible tote bag in this hands-on sewing class! You'll cut and assemble your fabric pieces, create inner and outer slip pockets, reinforce seams, attach double straps, and sew the lining and outer bag together to complete a durable, reversible tote you'll be able to use right away.

This Saturday, August 22nd from 9-1pm

Students will focus on accurate measuring, marking, and layout techniques while gaining an understanding of why dovetail joints are renowned for their strength and durability. By the end of the class, you'll complete a practice dovetail joint and leave with the skills and confidence to continue refining this timeless woodworking technique in your own projects.

Thursday, August 27th from 5:30-8:30pm

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07/15/2026

Looking for a fun, relaxing way to spend your midday? ☕️✨ Join The Pop-Up Art Studio for an Intro to Fiber Art workshop at The Front Room!

📅 When: Thursday, July 23rd from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Where: The Front Room (5127 Delmar Blvd)
🎟️ Cost: $10 (Includes all materials!) Click the link below to save your spot.

https://book.squareup.com/classes/6fk5kdsq5jjv74/location/871WCJ2EA5FFD/classDetails/clssch_n0uuk88np85hgo?dateStart=1784822400

In this beginner-friendly, 2-hour class led by Rachel Dawn, you’ll discover the world of fiber arts by mastering two classic techniques: 7-strand Kumihimo (traditional Japanese braiding) and essential macramé knots.

What you’ll take home:
✅ A finished, hand-crafted bracelet or bookmark made by you!
✅ Foundational skills and inspiration to keep crafting at home.
✅ A happy soul (and a complimentary cup of fresh coffee!)

No prior experience is necessary—just bring your creativity. Tag a friend you want to bring along and join us for a wonderful afternoon of community and crafting!

07/14/2026

07/12/2026

07/12/2026

✨ Call for Artists: Share Your Craft at the MADE Pop-Up Studio! ✨
Are you a local artist looking for a space to share your passion? We are thrilled to announce that we are opening our front room as a Pop-Up Art Studio, and we want YOU to lead the way!

We are looking for talented instructors to host two-hour "Make and Take" workshops. Whether you work with clay, paint, fiber, or mixed media, we want to help you share your skills with our community.
The Artist Partnership:

Support & Supplies: MADE provides the space and assists with the materials for your class.

Simple Setup: We manage the class registrations and fees, allowing you to focus entirely on teaching.

Sell Your Work: You are welcome to bring your finished pieces to display—you keep 100% of the commission on all items sold!

Ready to inspire the next generation of makers? Let’s collaborate!

📩 Apply here: [email protected]
📍 Where: The Front Room at MADE Makerspace
💬 Have questions? Drop them in the comments or send us a DM!

07/11/2026

✨ Turn Pages into Pockets of Magic! ✨
Got plans for Thursday, July 16th? You do now! 📚✂️

We are giving old, forgotten books a spectacular second life in our Altered Book Art Class, and we want you there to help us fold, cut, paint, and transform regular pages into multidimensional masterpieces.

Whether you want to create a secret hollow hiding spot, a bursting paper garden, or a whimsical visual journal, your next favorite piece of art is currently waiting inside a hardcover.

🎨 No previous book-sculpting wizardry required! Just bring your imagination (and maybe a friend).

📍 Where: The Front Room at MADE Makerspace
📅 When: Thursday July 16th 11:AM - 1:PM

Spaces are limited and filling up fast! Follow the link to claim your spot before the chapter closes. 📖👇
https://book.squareup.com/classes/6fk5kdsq5jjv74/location/871WCJ2EA5FFD/classDetails/clssch_rk8ivrqc5mgc9v?dateStart=1784217600