It’s that time of year again when skeletons and pumpkins come out to play, while dreams of candycorn and witches dance in our heads. With Halloween right around the corner, the Roswell Firelabs has pulled together a list of classes to help get the holidays started off right! Keep an eye on the list; it’ll be updated as more classes are added to the schedule. Don’t wait to sign up, class spaces – much like ghosts – disappear quick!
Friday, October 4th
Glass Etching Using Media Blasting
Come learn how to use software to create a personalized design to cut a vinyl mask, then take your design to the blasting cabinet and etch the design into the surface of glass. This method can be used to etch almost anything made of glass: mugs, cups, pie pans, window panes, ornaments, and many other items. Drink your ‘boos’ and witch’s brew from a glass designed just for you!
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Member Price: $10
Nonmember Price: $25
So, You Want to be a Dungeon Master? DM’ing D&D 101
Week 1 of 4: Introduction – What does it mean to be a Dungeon Master?
This is a series of classes meant to teach the basics of what it means to create and run a game in the world of Dungeons and Dragons. Week one covers a basic overview of game play and the role of the DM, and the schedule for the coming weeks.
7:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Member Price: Free!
Nonmember Price: $25 (for series)
Saturday, October 5th
Paint a Sign Painting Party
In this class, each student will receive their own wood sign in the size selected while registering. Those designs will be rendered into a precut stencil so you can paint your fun design on during the class! Ages 10+. Great for a custom Halloween door hanging!
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Member Price: $30 – Large Sign or $20 – Small Sign
Nonmember Price: $45 – Large Sign or $35 – Small Sign
Friday, October 11th
So, You Want to be a Dungeon Master? DM’ing D&D 101
Week 2 of 4: World Building – Geography, Climate, and Social Structures
This is a series of classes meant to teach the basics of what it means to create and run a game in the world of Dungeons and Dragons. Week two will focus on how to structure the physical aspects of your world and how that influences politics, traveling, and your players.
7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Member Price: Free!
Nonmember Price: $25 (for series)
Saturday, October 12th
The 2019 Roswell Youth Day Parade
Dress as your favorite scientist or space explorer and join us at this awesome event! With a custom designed and built space-themed float, the Roswell Firelabs Makerspace will be showing up in style. Come walk with us or just attend the event as a spectator to show your support.
7:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Member Price: Free!
Nonmember Price: Free!
Monday, October 14th
Bach 2 Rock Ukulele 101 – Week 1 of 3
Classes are designed for all ages! Students will learn the basics of ukulele in an interactive group setting. Starting with the fundamentals of ukulele and music theory, students will learn everything they need to start playing songs quickly.
5:00 PM – 5:45 PM
Price: $35 (for series)
Tuesday, October 15th
Acrylic Pouring Class (FULL)
During this 1 hour class you will learn different pouring techniques and will be given a 12x12 canvas to make your own creation. Make a custom, holiday piece!
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Member Price: $25
Nonmember Price: $40
Wednesday, October 16th
Stained Glass for Beginners – Week 1 of 2 (FULL)
Come learn the traditional copper-foil technique. We teach you how to cut, grind, and piece together beautiful stained glass.
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Member Price: $30 (for series)
Nonmember Price: $60 (for series)
Thursday, October 17th
Painted Pumpkins
Pumpkins are a classic Halloween decor, but carving can be exhausting work! Give your arms a rest with this fun class! Every participant will receive a pumpkin to paint as they wish and take home, but don't hold yourself back to just one! Bringing your own pumpkins to add to the number is wholeheartedly encouraged.
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Member Cost: $10
Nonmember Cost: $25
Friday, October 18th
So, You Want to be a Dungeon Master? DM’ing D&D 101
Week 3 of 4: Compelling Interactions – Villagers, Monsters, and Puzzles! Oh, My!
This is a series of classes meant to teach the basics of what it means to create and run a game in the world of Dungeons and Dragons. Week three delves deeper into the details of world, and how to create something your players will love and enjoy. It covers everything from everyday moments in the market while picking up spell components, to fortress infiltrations, and the Final Boss.
7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Member Price: Free!
Nonmember Price: $25 (for series)
Monday, October 21st
Bach 2 Rock Ukulele 101 – Week 2 of 3
Classes are designed for all ages! Students will learn the basics of ukulele in an interactive group setting. Starting with the fundamentals of ukulele and music theory, students will learn everything they need to start playing songs quickly.
5:00 PM – 5:45 PM
Price: $35 (for series)
Wednesday, October 23rd
Stained Glass for Beginners – Week 2 of 2 (FULL)
Come learn the traditional copper-foil technique. We teach you how to cut, grind, and piece together beautiful stained glass.
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Member Price: $30 (for series)
Nonmember Price: $60 (for series)
Thursday, October 24th
Halloween Cupcake Decorating
A fun, light-hearted class in cupcake decorating to celebrate Halloween! Paticipants will be able to decorate two cupcakes to enjoy with the class or to take home and have later. There's no right or wrong, but tips will be given for things like Graveyard Gummiworm Cupcakes and other spooky designs! Please note that all children must be accompanied by an adult.
Member Price: $5
Nonmember Price: $10
Friday, October 25th
So, You Want to be a Dungeon Master? DM’ing D&D 101
Week 4 of 4: Cohesive Storylines and Player Integration – How to Fold It All Together
This is a series of classes meant to teach the basics of what it means to create and run a game in the world of Dungeons and Dragons. Week four talks about the adventures you lead your players through and how to smooth one into the next, as well as how to use the backstories of their characters to your biggest advantage.
7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Member Price: Free!
Nonmember Price: $25 (for series)
Saturday, October 26th
Scrapbooking Crop (FULL)
Get together with local scrapbook artists for a FULL DAY of nothing but scrapbooking! A Creative Memories rep will be present and there is a fridge, microwave and coffee maker on location.
9:00 AM – 10:00 PM (participants may come and go throughout the day)
Member Price: $10
Nonmember Price: $15
Monday, October 28th
Bach 2 Rock Ukulele 101 – Week 3 of 3
Classes are designed for all ages! Students will learn the basics of ukulele in an interactive group setting. Starting with the fundamentals of ukulele and music theory, students will learn everything they need to start playing songs quickly.
5:00 PM – 5:45 PM
Price: $35 (for series)
