Come out and enjoy time with creative humans, cookies, coffee, and community—oh my! Tonight, from 4 PM to 6 PM, the 5th floor of the historic Oil City Bank building (100 Seneca St, Oil City, PA 16301) will come alive as we officially open the doors to the Venango County Makerspace!
Picture this: artists demonstrating their crafts, the smell of freshly brewed coffee mingling with the tantalizing aroma of an absurd amount of cookies, and—best of all—you get to hear me say a few words about how exciting this is!
Why I’m So Excited About This Space
Let me take a moment to gush about this building, because it deserves some love. Klee and I were lucky enough to get a behind-the-scenes tour of the renovations when we were invited by Side Hustle Brews to discuss a mural project for the space. Walking through the the old bank building, we could see the bones of its history and feel the buzz of its transformation.
I’m currently designing a mural for this incredible space, and it’s an honor to contribute artistically to a project that’s breathing new life into a piece of our town’s history. Being part of something this significant feels deeply rewarding—not just as an artist, but as someone who believes in the power of community and creativity to spark change.
And the Makerspace? Wow. It’s more than just a space in a renovated building—it’s the beating heart of something new and exciting in Venango County. It’s a place where ideas, innovation, and creativity can collide to build something greater. This project is a huge step for Oil City, and I’m beyond proud to not only have a paintbrush in this story but also to help organize this first-ever makerspace for the county.
Things are happening in Oil City and it is all very awesome.
What can you expect tonight?
- Live Demos by Local Creatives: Get inspired watching talented makers do what they do best.
- Coffee & Cookies: Yes, plural cookies. Enough to keep you sustained while you marvel at the creativity around you.
- Registration Table: Make sure to sign up so you’re always in the loop for events, meetups, and workshops.
- Behind-the-Scenes Tour: Come hear about the awesome plans we have for this space and the future.
We’re kicking things off with mighty energy—even if we’re small right now. And here’s a sneak peek of what’s coming in December (trust me, you’ll want to stick around for this lineup):
December Events and Meetups
🎨 Tuesday, December 4 | 5:30-7 PM
Sword Polishing Demonstration by Chris Osborne of Yugen Swords
Witness the art of polishing blades like a true artisan.
✏️ Thursday, December 5 | 5:30-7 PM
Drawing for Everyone
Whether you’re a doodler or a Da Vinci, this meetup is for you!
🚴 Tuesday, December 10 | 5:30-7 PM
Bike Maintenance & Riding Tips Meetup
Learn to care for your bike and ride like a pro.
🧵 Friday, December 13 | 5:30-7 PM
Fiber Arts Meetup & Crazy Quilt Block Workshop with Skylar Austin
Discover the joy of fiber arts and take home your very own crazy quilt block!
🖋️ Tuesday, December 16 | 5:30-7 PM
Writer’s Meetup & Workshop with Local Author Amanda Pica
Unleash your inner wordsmith and gain tips from an accomplished author.
🖨️ Thursday, December 19 | 5:30-7 PM
3D Printing Meetup
Step into the future of making with 3D printers, and maybe even design your own masterpiece.
What, Where, When, and Why?
What: Ribbon Cutting for the Venango County Makerspace
Where: 100 Seneca St, 5th Floor, Oil City, PA 16301
When: TONIGHT! (4 PM – 6 PM)
Why: Because creativity, community, and cookies are a recipe for awesomeness!
Come celebrate this exciting new chapter for Oil City, tour this beautifully renovated space, and see for yourself how creativity is shaping our community’s future. See you tonight, cookies in hand! 🍪
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