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Virtual Summer Maker Days – how will it work?

In this unsure time, we want to help bring creativity and the arts to your home. We are offering our favored Summer Maker Days as a virtual – at home- option this summer. You can feel safe knowing your student will still have the opportunity to build, explore and create through hands on makers projects this summer! Plus, you won’t have to go shopping for all the supplies or research new projects for them to create. We provide the supplies, instruction and artists to help your student have a fun day of making from home. If you decide to join us virtually, you also get a virtual studio link so your student can follow along with us in studio and share their handmade goods with the class. It is going to be a whole summer of fun. We have a new set of projects each week!

So how does this all work? When you are registering for a Summer Maker Day it will ask you if you want to attend class as Virtual Only, In Studio Only or Flexible. Choose Virtual Only if you want to go ahead and secure a packet of supplies for a specific class. You can also choose Flexible if you would like your student to be on the list to attend in studio, but if spaces fill up, you would still like to attend virtually. Well take a minute to help answer some of your questions on how this all works below.

Q: What does it mean to attend Summer Maker Day virtually?

A: It basically means, from the comfort of your home, you and your student can participate in the same activities we will be doing in studio. We will create a supply packet that will include all specific supplies needed and general instructions to create your art projects. We will also provide a link to join us in our virtual studio to follow along as we make these projects. Learn more about the virtual classroom below.

Q: How do I get my supply packet?

A: We will be packaging up supplies each week and an email will be sent when your supplies are ready to either pick up or be shipped to you. If you sign up for multiple Summer Maker Days please be aware that you may receive your supply packets in multiple pickups or shipments.

Q: I choose local pick up, when will I be able to pick up my supply packet?

A: Currently our studio is open Wednesday and Thursday 10:30am to 3:00pm for supply pickups. We will update these times if we are able to be open longer hours. Before coming by the studio for pickup, please be sure you have received your email that your supply packet is ready. Curbside pickup is available, just give us a call at 864-610-0996 when you arrive in our parking lot. Let us know the name used at registration and we will bring it right out!

Q: Do you ship across the US?

A: YES! We would love to have your student participate in virtual Summer Maker Days, where ever home may be. To insure supplies get to you in time, if you live outside of SC, GA or NC, please be sure to register your student at least 10 business days prior to the event.

Q: Will my child be in front of a computer screen for 4 hours?

A: They most certainly do not have to be! We want to give you the flexibility of joining our virtual studio for the instructional parts of class, at the end of class to show off your handmade projects or you have the option to skip the virtual studio all together.

Q: What is the Virtual Studio?

A: The virtual studio is an online audio/video meeting we use to help connect our student at home with the art teachers and students here in the studio. During our regular Summer Maker Day time slot, we will have a teaching artist and virtual studio host here to help conduct class. You can join us at the start of class using a special link and password that we will provide. Follow along as we get instructions from our artists, tips for making our handmade projects and more. Our virtual studio host will help if your student has questions or issues getting their project completed. At the end of each class, 12:30p for Kids class and 1:30p for Juniors class, we will let all the students at home and in the studio share their projects with each other. Even though we cannot come together as a large group we want everyone to feel connected. We look forward to the opportunity to see your student in the virtual studio!

Q: How do I get my link to the virtual studio and will it be the same for each class?

A: For security reasons, we will not send out the link and password for your Summer Maker Day until the Wednesday before your schedule event. Each class will have its own unique link and password.

Q: Will my student be able to complete these projects on their own?

A: The projects included in our pack each week will vary in the amount of hands-on adult supervision that may be needed. As well, your student may be old enough to follow the directions and use at home tools without help. We encourage adults to look over the projects and instructions with their students prior to beginning each project. Keep in mind, these projects can also be a really fun way for adults and students to create something together.

Q: What if I have more questions about the virtual classes?

A: Just send us an email at trmakersco@gmail.com! We would love to answer any additional questions.

We look forward to creating with you this summer! Summer Maker Days are open for virtual class registration now, click here to access.

NOW, take our arts integrated classes from home!

Ready to make learning from home creative and fun! Our homeschool classes pair academics with the arts to help make each lesson more and exciting to learn. Kids (5+) and Juniors (11-16) can register now for April and May classes which will be held online through a secure virtual classroom.

All April & May classes are on sale now through April 30th for $30!

Registered participants can choose local curbside pick up or have their packets mail via Priority USPS. Students who requesting supplies be shipped need to be registered by the Tuesday before their event. A link to the live video stream will be provided via email. We look forward to teaching and creating with your students soon!

Upcoming classes available online

JUNIORS Earth Inside Out a Science Study (Ages 11-16)

Meets Friday, April 10th from 10:30a-2p

Architecture a History and Art Study (Ages 5+)

Meets Friday, April 17th from 9a-1p

JUNIORS Architecture a History and Art Study (Ages 11-16)

Meets Friday, April 24th from 10:30a-2p

Sweet Honey Bees a Life Science Study (Ages 5+)

Meets Friday, May 1st from 9a-1p

JUNIORS Sweet Honey Bees a Life Science Study (Ages 11-16)

Meets Friday, May 8th from 10:30a-2p

Polar Opposites a Science Study (Ages 5+)

Meets Friday, May 15th from 9a-1p

JUNIORS Polar Opposites a Science Study (Ages 11-16)

Meets Friday, May 22nd from 10:30a-2p

2020 Summer Maker Days Announced!

A Maker Day consist of a unique project, learning or growing our artistic skills, expanding our creativity, and becoming more familiar with using Makers tools. We strive, even with our youngest Makers, to have each student complete the full process of creation, from conception and sketch to handcrafting and execution of their work. We like to encourage them to try new techniques and push their artwork to new levels, especially with our Juniors!

With concerns over coronavirus, we are offering several options for attending class this summer! So you can still be creative even if it is done from home. As you register, choose whether your student will attend class Virtual Only, In Studio Only or indicate that you are Flexible. Flexible means you would like to reserve a seat in studio, but will participate virtually if in studio classes are limited or not an option as mandated by the CDC or government. If you have question on how Virtual class works, check out our recent post here.

Cost

Please read the options below carefully so you can make the best choice for your student and family. We have made changes to our class structure to help everyone participate whether, in studio or virtually.

Virtual Class Only $38 – Choose this option if you only wish for your student to attend class virtually. Supplies packets will be mailed ($8.75 shipping fee) or available for local pick up. Packet will include the majority of needed supplies with basic supplies like scissors, glue, markers and crayons being supplied at home. Students will receive a link to meet their teaching artist and other students in our virtual classroom. If you do not see a virtual class option, that means that this class cannot be completed virtually.

In Studio Class Only $45 – Choose this option if you only wish for your student to attend Summer Maker Day at our Travelers Rest location AND do not wish for them to attend any type of virtual class (even if the mandate to meet in large groups is still in effect). All Summer Maker Days include materials for creating our projects, makers tools, and artist instructions on techniques. Please send your child with a bag lunch and drink. We do offer the option to purchase lunch on the day of the event for $8, choices include peanut butter & jelly or grilled cheese, fruit and a water. If we are unable to hold in studio classes your payment will be available as a credit for future classes or as a refund.

Flexible Class $45 – Choose this option if you would like to reserve a seat at the studio for your student, but will participate virtually if In Studio is not an option as mandated by the CDC or government. We may be asked to limit the number of students in our facility, in which case, in studio participation will be first come, first serve based on your date of registration. If your student ends up meeting with us virtually, you will receive a $7 credit or refund.

Registration

Ready to join us this summer? Whether in studio or virtually, you can add this event or multi-day pass to your cart, during checkout please indicate the students name and age in the Order Notes under the Additional Information section. We will use this information to add your student to the roster. If your student has any accommodations that we need to be aware of, please include those in the Order Notes as well. Prior to your students event we will send out an email reminder and any final details. Students need to be registered by the Monday prior to their event in order for us to get supplies ready. Summer Maker Days will be marked SOLD OUT when all available spots are taken.

Discounts Available

Sibling Discount

Take advantage of 10% off each students class fees when paying for more than one sibling at a time. Simply add the code KMDSIB10 to your cart at checkout and click apply, then after you click proceed to checkout include the name of each siblings in the Order Notes field under Additional Information. Sibling discount cannot be combined with the early registration discount or other discount codes.

Multi Day Pass Discounts

A student who would like to participate in multiple Summer Maker Days in the studio can get a discounted rate by booking a 2-Day, 4-Day or Unlimited Weekly Maker Days pass, click the links included to see these options. Multi-day passes are intended for a single student and may not be transferred to another student. These multi day pass options are only available for In Store classes and cannot be used for purchasing virtual classes.

Summer Maker Day Schedule

All classes are available for In Studio or Virtual participation, unless otherwise noted. * indicates classes that are only available for In Studio participation.

Kids Maker Day (All Ages 5+)

Each Friday 9a-1p

Juniors Maker Day (Ages 11-16)

Each Thursday 10:30-2p

Jun 5 :: Into The Woods

Jun 12 :: Wood Masters

Jun 19 :: Come Fly with Me

Jun 26 :: Shadow Puppet Theater

Jul 3 :: Picasso vs Pollock

Jul 10 :: Mural Makers with Guest Artist Elizabeth Kinney *

Jul 17 :: Candy Crush Sweet Shop

Jul 24 :: Christmas in July

Jul 31 :: Sea Monsters and Mermaids

Aug 7 :: Board Game Masters

Aug 14 :: Masters of the Felt Universe 4 seats left In Studio

Jun 11 :: Anime and Cosplay *

Jun 18 :: Makin’ Music with Guest Musician Darby Wilcox *

Jun 25 :: Mixed Media Creators with Guest Artist Carissa Bowser *

Jul 2 :: Come Fly with Me

Jul 9 :: Mural Makers with Guest Artist Elizabeth Kinney *

Jul 16 :: Board Game Masters

Jul 23 :: Candy Crush Sweet Shop

Jul 30 :: Picasso vs Pollock

Aug 6 :: Cogs and Wheels Robot Makers 2 seats left In Studio

Aug 13 :: Wood Masters 5 seats left In Studio

Early Registration SALE for Spring 2020!

Kids (5+) and Juniors (11-16) can register now for the Spring 2020 Homeschool and After School classes. Early registration discounts of up to 15% Homeschool and $30 off new student After School registration are going on now through December 10th. This sale cannot be combined with the sibling discount.

Pick your program for schedule and registration details

Homeschool Kids (5+) and Juniors (11-16)

**New this semester Juniors will meet on Fridays! Check all the schedule and event info with the link below.

After School Program for Kids (5+) and Juniors (11-16)

14 weeks of learning techniques, using makers tools and gaining entrepreneurial skills. Visit the link below for more details.

2020 Homeschool Studies Announced!

Homeschool Studies combine hands-on academic learning with the creative arts! Science, History and Art are just a few of the subjects we will tackle this semester, allowing students to practice artisan techniques, expand their creativity and become more familiar with using Makers tools as they learn. By the end of each lesson students will have completed their study booklet and Makers project. We strive to help students of all ages and levels accomplish the days lesson in a way that is challenging, creative and rewarding for them.

*NEW* this year is the Juniors Homeschool Study, ages 11-16, in which we can create an elevated environment for exploring our lessons. Juniors Homeschool Studies will be on the 2nd and 4th Fridays each month, during the Fall and Spring Semester.

During these half day events, students will be dropped off. We will break for lunch, so please send your child with a bag lunch and drink or we can provide lunch (grilled cheese or pb&j, fruit, chips and a water) for $8. Purchased lunches can be paid for when students are dropped off.

Cost

$45 – All Homeschool Studies include materials and makers tools for creating our projects, curriculum books and at home extended learning materials, as well as instruction from our studio teachers. Please send your child with a bag lunch and drink.

Registration

Ready to join the class? Add this class or multi-day pass to your cart, during checkout please indicate the students name and age in the Order Notes under the Additional Information section. We will use this information to add your student to the roster and may reach out to see if you have any other student accommodations we can help with. Prior to your students event we will send out an email reminder and any final details. Classes will be marked SOLD OUT when all available spots are taken.

Discounts Available

Early Registration Discount

When classes are announced, from December 4-10, take advantage of up to 15% off each class and/or multi-day pass. Discounts cannot be combined with sibling discounts during this period.

Sibling Discount

Take advantage of 10% off each students class fees when paying for more than one sibling at a time. Simply add the code HSSIB10 to your cart at checkout and click apply, then after you click proceed to checkout include the name of each siblings in the Order Notes field under Additional Information. Sibling discount cannot be combined with the early registration discount.

Multi Day Pass Discounts

A student who would like to participate in multiple Homeschool Studies during a single semester can get a discounted rate by booking a 2-Day, 4-Day or Unlimited Homeschool Day pass, click the links included to see these options. Multi-day passes are intended for a single student and may not be transferred to another student.

Homeschool Study Schedule

Occurring each 1st and 3rd Friday during our semester from 9a-1p. Students must be at least 5 years old by the date of the class.

Juniors Homeschool Study Schedule

Occurring each 2nd and 4th Friday during our semester from 10:30a-2p. Students must be 11-16 years of age OR have been given permission from program staff to attend

Additional Class Opportunities

These are OPEN sessions meaning homeschool students from any co-op or organization may attend. If you would like to hold private session specifically for your group, <a href=”https://trmakersco.org/play/homeschool-opportunities

Give the gift of a Makers experience!

Experiences are the best way to make memories, encourage play (even with adults – it really is the best way to relax and de-stress) and give someone a gift that will last much longer than any “thing” could. We teach Makers skills and want to help everyone create their own masterpiece here at TR Makers Co. We would love to help you give the gift of a Makers experience. Gift certificates can be for a general amount which can be used on any Makers event or they can be specific to a program we offer like Homeschool, After School and Summer Maker Days. Below is a brief description of each and links to help you find the gift certificate that is right for you.

General Gift Certificates Available

General gift certificates are great to use on Makers Happy Hour events and your own Play Date experience. Adults love Play Dates too, so these are great gifts to give and schedule a date together. General gift certificates can also be applied to the balance of a Homeschool class, Summer Kids Maker Day, and After School Makers tuition, however their are also specific gift certificates options for those listed below.

$25 Gift Certificate
$50 Gift Certificate
$75 Gift Certificate
$100 Gift Certificate

Homeschool Gift Certificates Available

We have 7 different homeschool study curriculum that pair Maker’s techniques with hands-on learning; taking on topics like life science, literature, physics, mathematics and more. Homeschool Studies occur on Friday’s throughout the fall and spring semester for kids (5+) and juniors (11-16). More information on our Homeschool studies can be found here.

$45 Value – Pick a Homeschool Class
$80 Value – Pick any 2 Homeschool Classes
$150 Value – Pick any 4 Homeschool Classes

Summer Makers Day Gift Certificates Available

Over the summer Kids and Juniors can join us for a new Makers project each week! These projects are great for all school age students! Kids Maker Days are ages 5 and up, while Junior Maker Days are specially crafted for ages 12-16. Schedule and registration begins February 10th each year and will be found here when available.

$45 Value – Pick a Kid or Junior Maker Day event
$80 Value – Pick any 2 Kid or Junior Maker Day events
$150 Value – Pick any 4 Kid or Junior Maker Day events
$360 Value – Unlimited Weekly Maker Days, take advantage of up to 11 Summer Kid or Junior Maker Day events!

After School Makers Gift Certificates Available

This 14 week after school series will take students on an exploration of 3-4 different makers techniques allowing them to try, create and experiment with making their own handmade works. As the semester progresses students will begin to focus on one technique they liked the best to create “products” that they will make, build packaging and branding, getting their goods ready to sell. At the end of each semester we will host a Makers Market for all our students, elementary and juniors, at which point they will be introduced as Makers and gain the experience of talking to visitors and selling their work. Elementary age students (k5-5th) meet Tuesday’s 4p-5:30, check here for more information. Junior age students (6th-10th) meet Thursday’s 4p-5:30p, check here for more information.

$264 Value – Semester of After School Makers

The Art of Learning

Written by Carrie Perry
Published by Travelers Rest Here

What’s your happiest memory of school as a child? Is it a spelling list? A science quiz? Maybe a social studies lesson? If you‘re like most people, these tasks probably didn’t rate very high in your happy moments memories. But why not? Maybe spelling was one of your strengths! And certainly, the content you learned in these classes was important! These early subjects lay the foundation for later learning.

The truth is, we remember things that we truly experience, both good and bad. You might distinctly remember a field trip to a hands-on science museum or the day your dropped your lunch tray much more easily than the lessons from your day to day classes. In fact, there’s a lot of research out there that explains that we humans are much more likely to remember a fun experience than even an expensive gift!

The TR Makers Co. in downtown Travelers Rest gets it. They have mastered the art of teaching academic content in a way that incorporates hands-on, experience-based learning. But that’s not all! At the Makers Co. you’ll find a wide array of opportunities to learn AND to create. This unique little shop features art and hand-made goodies from a multitude of local artisans.

And when you take a step inside, one of the first things you will notice are the industrial style art bars running the width of the back wall. This is where the magic happens.

During the school year, TR Makers Co. offers homeschool classes for kids and teens. In each class, the students will be engaged in multi-sensory learning. Throughout each semester they will sort, draw, write, speak, dance, make, build, collaborate, sew, paint, sculpt and much more as they learn about literary elements, history, biology and even math! This, the staff knows, is how we really learn. When we handle clay, dye fabric, build a geometric ornament, we are really building memories- meaningful memories. This is authentic learning. And it is not limited to students who are homeschooled!

Each week, there are also after-school classes for elementary, middle and high school makers. While these classes are less academic in nature, they offer exploration with several art mediums and include specific instruction in artistic entrepreneurship. These students will learn about the process of planning, making, and marketing a product. For the younger students, the lessons are scaffolded to focus more heavily on creating the product and it’s packaging, while the more mature makers will learn about branding, displaying, pricing and more.

The TR Makers Co. is offering a great opportunity to step in and learn a bit about their unique approach this Saturday, August 24th.

At 11:00 am, the shop will be hosting a ribbon cutting and grand reveal of their beautiful new mural along the Swamp Rabbit Trail. Just following this event, the shop would like to invite the public to step inside for an open house!

From 12:00-2:00 pm You will have the chance to meet a few of the teachers, learn more about the class offerings for the 2019-20 school year, and even make your own hand-bound journal! Did I mention it’s free?

Come out and make a memory!

2019 Fall Homeschool Studies Announced

Homeschool Studies combine hands-on academic learning with the creative arts! Physics, Literature, and History are just a few of the subjects we will tackle this semester, allowing students to practice artisan techniques, expand their creativity and become more familiar with using Makers tools as they learn. By the end of each lesson students will have completed their study booklet and Makers project. We strive to help students of all ages and levels accomplish the days lesson in a way that is challenging, creative and rewarding for them.

*NEW* this year is the Juniors Homeschool Study, ages 11-16, in which we can create an elevated environment for exploring our lessons. Juniors Homeschool Studies will be on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays each month, during the Fall and Spring Semester.

During these half day events, 9a-1p, students will be dropped off. We will break for lunch, so please send your child with a bag lunch and drink or we can provide lunch (grilled cheese or pb&j, fruit, chips and a water) for $8. Purchased lunches can be paid for when students are dropped off.

Cost

Registration

Discounts Available

Early Registration Discount

At the opening of the Fall semester, from July 26-July 28, take advantage of up to 15% off each class and/or multi-day pass. Discounts cannot be combined with sibling discounts during this period.

Sibling Discount

Multi Day Pass Discounts

Homeschool Study Schedule

Occurring each 1st and 3rd Friday during our semester from 9a-1p. Students must be at least 5 years old by the date of the class.

Juniors Homeschool Study Schedule

Occurring each 2nd and 4th Tuesday during our semester from 9a-1p. Students must be 11-16 years of age OR have been given permission from program staff to attend

Additional Class Opportunities

These are OPEN sessions meaning homeschool students from any co-op or organization may attend. If you would like to hold private session specifically for your group, please contact us to get the dates and times scheduled.

2019 Summer Maker Days Announced!

Please indicate the students name and age at checkout in the notes field. Students must be signed up by the Monday prior to each event in order for us to get supplies ready for this event. Maker Days may fill up and will be marked SOLD OUT when the maximum number of students is reached.

***$45 – All Maker Days include materials for creating our projects, makers tools, and artist instructions on techniques. Please send your child with a bag lunch and drink.***

Additional Sibling Discount – Take advantage of 10% off each students when paying for more than one sibling at a time. Use code KMDSIB10 at checkout.

Maker Days happen all summer long for kids, ages 5+, and juniors, ages 12-16. These half day events meet from 9a-1p for our kids every Friday and juniors every Thursday. Check the schedule below for other projects and dates your kids can attend. Save money with the 2-Day, 4-Day or Unlimited Weekly Maker Days pricing, click the links included to see these options. A multiple sibling discount is also available, each additional child receives a 10% discount. Use code KMDSIB10 at checkout and be sure to include each siblings name in the notes.

Juniors Maker Day (Ages 12-16)

Kids Maker Day (All Ages 5+)

Jun 6 :: Robot Makers

Jun 13 :: Wired Art Animals

Jun 20 :: Steampunk Mosaics

Jun 27 :: My Miniature World

Jul 4 :: No Class^*

Jul 11 :: Mural Makers

Jul 18 :: Marbling Masters

Jul 25 :: Comic Book Creators

Aug 1 :: Birds in Flight Origami Art

Aug 8 :: Mixed Media Masterpiece