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SUMMARY:Dungeons & Dragons at Project Imo - The Life Room Week 7
DESCRIPTION:Dungeons & Dragons at Project Imo – The Life Room\nA call to the teens of Project Imo! Join Caspian Horn for a 7-8 week D&D campaign called ‘The Life Room’ that will let you test the bounds of your creative thinking in action & adventure! Jump into the techno-fantasy world of ‘The Life Room’ as you navigate the crisis of ‘The Life Mother’ dying and possibly with her\, the entire world. It’s free to sign up and no prior knowledge of Dungeons & Dragons or tabletop role playing is needed! This campaign is entirely beginner friendly! Sessions will be from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm every Wednesday!   \nPlot:  \nYou live in a world in which every creature is born to an ancient technological facility called ‘The Life Room’. The last remnant of a civilization mysteriously wiped from the planet\, a being known as ‘The Life Mother’ is suspended in the center of this enormous room of wires and beeping machines.  \nYou are among the last batch that The Life Mother has the strength to create. With a little added boost from her determination to see her world continue\, you are special.  \nYou must find the last ‘source’ being compatible with the life room before The Life Mother passes and life as it exists changes forever. 
URL:https://projectimo.org/event/dungeons-dragons-at-project-imo-the-life-room-week-7/
LOCATION:Base Camp & Idea Forge Studios\, 54 North Street\, Willimantic\, CT\, 06226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Special Events,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Dungeons & Dragons at Project Imo - The Life Room Week 8
DESCRIPTION:Dungeons & Dragons at Project Imo – The Life Room\nA call to the teens of Project Imo! Join Caspian Horn for a 7-8 week D&D campaign called ‘The Life Room’ that will let you test the bounds of your creative thinking in action & adventure! Jump into the techno-fantasy world of ‘The Life Room’ as you navigate the crisis of ‘The Life Mother’ dying and possibly with her\, the entire world. It’s free to sign up and no prior knowledge of Dungeons & Dragons or tabletop role playing is needed! This campaign is entirely beginner friendly! Sessions will be from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm every Wednesday!   \nPlot:  \nYou live in a world in which every creature is born to an ancient technological facility called ‘The Life Room’. The last remnant of a civilization mysteriously wiped from the planet\, a being known as ‘The Life Mother’ is suspended in the center of this enormous room of wires and beeping machines.  \nYou are among the last batch that The Life Mother has the strength to create. With a little added boost from her determination to see her world continue\, you are special.  \nYou must find the last ‘source’ being compatible with the life room before The Life Mother passes and life as it exists changes forever. 
URL:https://projectimo.org/event/dungeons-dragons-at-project-imo-the-life-room-week-8/
LOCATION:Base Camp & Idea Forge Studios\, 54 North Street\, Willimantic\, CT\, 06226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Special Events,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T100000
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SUMMARY:FROG CON 2025- Gaming at The Idea Forge Creators Space
DESCRIPTION:An All-Day Community Gaming Event in Windham \n  \nFrog Con 2025 is hopping into Windham for a full day of tabletop fun\, connection\, and creativity! Join us at the Idea Forge Creators Space for a free\, all-day gaming celebration inspired by Windham’s beloved frog mascot. Running from 10:00am to 10:00pm\, Frog Con 2025 is open to the public\, family-friendly\, and welcoming to gamers of all experience levels—from curious beginners to seasoned strategy masters. \nThis community convention brings together a vibrant mix of board games\, tabletop games\, role-playing games (RPGs)\, collectible card games\, and casual drop-in play\, all under one roof. Whether you want to learn something new\, dive into a longer campaign\, or spend an hour rolling dice with friends\, Frog Con is designed to be flexible\, social\, and approachable. \nWhat to Expect at Frog Con 2025\nThroughout the day\, multiple rooms at the Idea Forge Creators Space will be alive with activity. Attendees can explore: \n\n\nOpen board game tables from our in-house game library \n\n\nTabletop and RPG sessions\, including scheduled one-shots and learn-to-play opportunities \n\n\nCard and casual games ideal for drop-in play \n\n\nBring-your-own-game tables for personal favorites \n\n\nA flea market and gaming swap area to buy\, sell\, or trade games \n\n\nWhile there will be a handful of structured game times\, much of Frog Con is intentionally designed around free-play and open tables. Drop in for a single game or stay for the whole day—the pace is entirely up to you. \nA Game Library Worth Exploring\nAttendees will have access to the Idea Forge’s expansive board game library\, featuring a curated mix of modern classics\, cooperative adventures\, and strategy favorites. Expect to find crowd-pleasers like Ticket to Ride\, Wingspan\, and Exploding Kittens alongside immersive experiences such as Betrayal at House on the Hill\, Everdell Collector’s Edition\, and Arkham Horror. These titles offer something for every style of player\, from fast-paced party games to deep narrative and strategic play—and represent just a small sample of what will be available onsite. \nGamers are also encouraged to bring their own games\, rulebooks\, decks\, and systems\, helping to make Frog Con a true community exchange of ideas and play styles. \n\nFood\, Comfort\, and Community\nFrog Con 2025 is designed as a relaxed\, come-as-you-are event. Attendees are welcome to bring their own food and snacks\, or to order food in from downtown Windham throughout the day. Comfortable spaces for breaks and socializing will be available\, making it easy to spend as much—or as little—time gaming as you like. \nThis event is free to attend\, with donations always appreciated. Community support helps sustain inclusive programming at the Idea Forge Creators Space. \n\nTickets Required\nWhile Frog Con 2025 is free\, tickets are required to help us plan space\, schedules\, and staffing. Advance registration ensures the best experience for all attendees. \nWhether you’re a lifelong gamer or just curious\, Frog Con 2025 is your invitation to gather\, play\, and celebrate games together in the heart of Windham. \nSelections from our game library \n\nA Game of Cat and Mouth\nAnarchy Pancakes\nArkham Horror\nAscension\nBetrayal at House on the Hill\nCarsassonne\nCorvids\nDark Moon\nDoomlings\nEarth\nEverdell Collectors Edition\nEvolution: Climate\nExploding Kittens\nFirefly\nForest Shuffle\nKeepers of the Questar (designed by our own Board member\, Gordon LeVasseur)\nMantis\nMarvel: Heroclix\nMunchkin\nOnce Upon a Time\nPhotosynthesis\nPlanet\nPoetry for Neanderthals\nSettles of Catan\nSwitchbacks\nTaco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza\nTakenoko\nTalisman\nThe Joker: A Diabolical Party Game\nTicket to Ride\nUnfathomable\nWingspan\nZombie Kittens\n\n  \nTTRPGS \n\nAvatar Legends\nDeadlands\nDungeons & Dragons\nHeckin Good Doggoes\nMarvel Multiverse RPG\nSavage Worlds\nSerenity\nSpelljammer\nStarfinder\nLOTS of MINIS\, DICE\, AND TERRAIN\n\nGame Masters \nIf you’d like to run a game or event (even a mini painting workshop) select your free GM Ticket and we’ll collect a little information from you at checkout. We’ll be sure to promote your game and add it to the events list for the day. GMs running 4 hours of games are eligible for a free 1 month membership at our Idea Forge Creators Space (so you can 3D print\, print\, and laser all that stuff you need for gaming). \n 
URL:https://projectimo.org/event/frog-con-2025-gaming-at-the-idea-forge-creators-space/
LOCATION:Base Camp & Idea Forge Studios\, 54 North Street\, Willimantic\, CT\, 06226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Project Imo":MAILTO:teamimo@projectimo.org
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SUMMARY:Eco-Gaming: Board games with a nature twist
DESCRIPTION:Eco-Gaming: Board Games with a Nature Twist\nGather around the table for an evening of fun\, strategy\, and discovery. Eco-Gaming is all about board games that highlight the natural world\, giving players a chance to explore themes of ecology\, conservation\, and wildlife through play. From well-loved titles to hidden gems\, each game has been chosen because it makes you think differently about nature while still delivering the joy and laughter of a good game night. \nWhy eco-themed games\nGames have a unique power to teach and connect. When the focus is on nature\, they invite us to consider how ecosystems work\, how resources are balanced\, and how human choices affect the environment. At the same time\, they spark conversation\, teamwork\, and friendly competition. Playing these games is a lighthearted way to think about serious topics\, and often you learn something new without even realizing it. \nWhat you will do\nOver the course of this event\, participants will rotate through different board games with environmental themes. Some tables will host fast\, easy-to-learn games perfect for beginners\, while others will dive into longer strategy games for those who want a deeper challenge. Volunteers and facilitators will be on hand to explain rules\, help set up\, and keep the energy flowing. You are welcome to join for it all or just pop in for a little while. \nExpect opportunities to try popular games like Wingspan\, Photosynthesis\, alongside smaller titles that highlight topics like pollinators\, climate\, or wildlife habitats. The goal is not to win every round but to enjoy the mix of play\, conversation\, and discovery that comes from trying something new. \nWhat to bring\n\nComfortable clothing for a relaxed indoor evening.\nA willingness to learn new games and meet new people.\n\nThe setting\nBase Camp will be arranged into multiple gaming areas\, each with a selection of eco-themed board games. Tables will vary in size so groups can form naturally around different games. The atmosphere will be casual and social\, with space for conversation\, laughter\, and learning as play unfolds. Breaks will be encouraged\, and participants are welcome to float between tables as games finish and restart. \nWho should join\nThis program is open to anyone who enjoys games or wants to try something new. No prior experience with board gaming is required—facilitators will be ready to teach and guide. Adults\, teens\, and families are all welcome. Whether you are a strategy enthusiast or someone who just enjoys the social side of gaming\, you will find something to enjoy here. \nWhat you will take away\n\nExposure to a variety of eco-themed board games you may not have played before.\nA better understanding of how play can be used to explore real-world ecological ideas.\nNew connections with fellow participants who share an interest in nature and community.\nA fun and memorable evening filled with laughter and creativity.\n\nEco-Gaming is a reminder that learning and play can go hand in hand. By choosing games with a nature twist\, we celebrate both the joy of gaming and the importance of the environment. Join us for a long afternoon where competition is friendly\, curiosity is encouraged\, and every game brings us closer to appreciating the world we share.
URL:https://projectimo.org/event/eco-gaming-board-games-with-a-nature-twist/
LOCATION:Base Camp & Idea Forge Studios\, 54 North Street\, Willimantic\, CT\, 06226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Special Events
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SUMMARY:Closed for the Holidays
DESCRIPTION:Closed for the holidays. We wish you and your family a Merry Season! See you next week.
URL:https://projectimo.org/event/closed-for-the-holidays/
LOCATION:Base Camp & Idea Forge Studios\, 54 North Street\, Willimantic\, CT\, 06226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Closures
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SUMMARY:Cozy Critter Plushies - STEAM Futures Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:About This Workshop\nIn this kickoff workshop of the STEAM Futures Workshop Series\, youth design and sew their own plush creatures using hand sewing techniques and sewing machines. Participants learn how to follow simple patterns\, pin fabric\, and assemble soft forms as they turn fabric and stuffing into expressive frogs\, monsters\, or entirely made-up beings. \nThis session is designed as a gentle\, confidence-building introduction to making and textiles. No prior sewing experience is required\, and youth are encouraged to experiment\, personalize their designs\, and learn through hands-on creation in a supportive environment. \n\nWhat You’ll Learn & Do\nParticipants will: \n\nPractice basic hand sewing and introductory machine sewing\nLearn how to read and follow simple patterns\nPin\, cut\, and assemble fabric pieces\nExplore textile selection\, color\, and texture\nDesign a character and bring it to life as a finished plush\n\nWhy this matters:\nThese skills build comfort with tools\, materials\, and step-by-step processes that show up throughout the STEAM Futures series. Sewing introduces precision\, sequencing\, and problem-solving habits that carry into later workshops involving digital fabrication\, mechanical builds\, 3D printing\, and media creation. An important piece of the puzzle is to see how creative ideas can move from concept to finished object. \n\nSTEAM Futures Media Moment\nYouth will take part in our Mini Media Crew by helping operate a simple photo booth to capture Plushie Portraits. Capturing photos and short simple “meet my creature” introductions with their finished creations. With permission\, these images and clips may be featured in the final STEAM Futures Community Showcase. \n\nWho Can Attend\n\nPrimary audience: Youth ages 8–18\nYouth ages 8–12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who remains on-site for the duration of the workshop.\nAdults may participate as full creators if space is available. Youth participants are always prioritized.\n\n\nCost\nYouth participants attend free of charge thanks to support from the Liberty Bank Foundation and Eversource. \nParents or guardians accompanying their child may attend at no additional cost. \nAdults may participate as full creators using a pay-what-you-can sliding scale. Contributions help make programs accessible to the whole community\, and all are welcome regardless of ability to pay. \n\nLocation\nProject Imo – Idea Forge Creators Space \n\nAbout the STEAM Futures Workshop Series\nSTEAM Futures is a hands-on workshop series hosted at Project Imo’s Idea Forge Creators Space. Each session blends art\, design\, science\, technology\, and engineering through accessible\, project-based learning. Youth explore tools such as sewing machines\, digital cutters\, 3D printers\, and a laser engraver while building confidence as creative makers and problem-solvers. Participants also help document their work using professional media equipment including cameras\, lighting\, and audio tools. Youth may attend individual workshops or participate throughout the full series. \n\nMade Possible By\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNEXT Workshop in the Series – Tiny Theaters Puppets and Mini Stages \nOpen Maker Space Hours – Thursday January 8th from 2:30pm to 6:30pm
URL:https://projectimo.org/event/cozy-critter-plushies-steam-futures-workshop-series/
LOCATION:Base Camp & Idea Forge Studios\, 54 North Street\, Willimantic\, CT\, 06226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events,Tech and Maker Events,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Project Imo":MAILTO:teamimo@projectimo.org
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SUMMARY:Open Maker Space Hours - STEAM Futures Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:STEAM Futures Open Maker Space Hours\nThese open maker space hours are designed to support participants in the STEAM Futures Workshop Series by providing time and space to continue working on projects\, practice new skills\, and explore tools introduced during the workshops. This is an opportunity for youth to build confidence through hands-on making in a relaxed\, self-directed environment. \nParticipants may work on a wide range of projects connected to the series\, including plush creations\, puppets and mini stages\, mechanical builds\, light-up circuits\, digital designs\, stickers\, 3D prints\, laser-cut pieces\, and media projects. Youth are encouraged to bring unfinished work\, try new variations\, or simply spend time experimenting with materials and tools. \nThese sessions are not structured workshops. Staff will be present to supervise the space\, ensure safe tool use\, and offer guidance when needed\, but projects are participant-led. \n\nWho Can Attend\n\nYouth ages 8–18 participating in the STEAM Futures Workshop Series\nYouth ages 8–12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who remains on-site\nAdults who have actively participated in any of the STEAM Futures Workshop Series\n\n\nCost\nFree to youth participants thanks to support from the Liberty Bank Foundation. \nAdults are welcome to attend at no cost and are invited to contribute\, if they are able\, to help make future programs accessible to the whole community. \n\nLocation\nProject Imo – Idea Forge Creators Space \n\nAbout the STEAM Futures Workshop Series\nSTEAM Futures is a hands-on workshop series hosted at Project Imo’s Idea Forge Creators Space. Each session blends art\, design\, science\, technology\, and engineering through accessible\, project-based learning. Youth explore tools such as sewing machines\, digital cutters\, 3D printers\, and a laser engraver while building confidence as creative makers and problem-solvers. Participants may attend individual workshops or engage throughout the full series. \n\nRegistration Note\nPlease enter the attendee’s name for each RSVP. Parents or guardians should use their own contact information as the purchaser when registering youth. \n\nMade Possible By\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNEXT Workshop in the Series – Tiny Theaters Puppets and Mini Stages \nOpen Maker Space Hours – Thursday January 15th from 2:30pm to 6:30pm
URL:https://projectimo.org/event/open-maker-space-hours-steam-futures-workshop-series/
LOCATION:Base Camp & Idea Forge Studios\, 54 North Street\, Willimantic\, CT\, 06226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Special Events,Tech and Maker Events,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T183000
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SUMMARY:IFS Member Open Hours
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://projectimo.org/event/ifs-member-open-hours/
CATEGORIES:Tech and Maker Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T183000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T201424Z
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SUMMARY:IFS Teens Free Hours
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://projectimo.org/event/ifs-teens-free-hours/
CATEGORIES:Tech and Maker Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T183000
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SUMMARY:IFS Member Open Hours
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://projectimo.org/event/ifs-member-open-hours-2/
CATEGORIES:Tech and Maker Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T183000
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CREATED:20251216T234503Z
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SUMMARY:Tiny Theaters Puppets and Mini Stages - STEAM Futures Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:About This Workshop\nIn this workshop\, youth create simple rod or hand puppets using cardboard\, felt\, foam\, yarn\, and other mixed media. Participants also design and build small stages or backdrops that help bring their characters to life. \nThrough hands-on making\, youth explore character personality\, movement\, and basic storytelling. The puppets and stages created in this session may be used in short skits\, recordings\, or animations later in the STEAM Futures Workshop Series\, helping participants see how creative work can evolve across multiple formats. \n\nWhat You’ll Learn & Do\nParticipants will: \n\nDesign and build simple puppets using mixed materials\nConstruct small stages or backdrops for performance and display\nExplore character movement\, expression\, and interaction\nPractice basic storytelling concepts such as setting\, action\, and sequence\n\nWhy this matters:\nPuppet and stage building combine creative design with structural thinking\, helping youth understand how form\, movement\, and story work together. These skills support later STEAM Futures workshops focused on motion\, mechanics\, media creation\, and performance-based documentation. \n\nSTEAM Futures Media Moment\nYouth will take part in the Mini Media Crew by recording short Puppet Clips—10–15 second videos of puppets introducing themselves or performing a simple action. With permission\, these clips may be included in the final STEAM Futures Community Showcase. \n\nWho Can Attend\n\nPrimary audience: Youth ages 8–18\nYouth ages 8–12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who remains on-site for the duration of the workshop.\nAdults may participate as full creators if space is available. Youth participants are always prioritized.\n\n\nCost\nYouth participants attend free of charge thanks to support from the Liberty Bank Foundation and Eversource.\nAdults are welcome to attend at no cost and are invited to contribute\, if they are able\, to help make future programs accessible to the whole community. \n\nLocation\nProject Imo – Idea Forge Creators Space \n\nAbout the STEAM Futures Workshop Series\nSTEAM Futures is a hands-on workshop series hosted at Project Imo’s Idea Forge Creators Space. Each session blends art\, design\, science\, technology\, and engineering through accessible\, project-based learning. Youth explore tools such as sewing machines\, digital cutters\, 3D printers\, and a laser engraver while building confidence as creative makers and problem-solvers. Participants may attend individual workshops or engage throughout the full series. \n\nMade Possible By\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNEXT Workshop in the Series – Maker Motions and Simple Machines \nOpen Maker Space Hours – Thursday January 15th from 2:30pm to 6:30pm
URL:https://projectimo.org/event/tiny-theaters-puppets-and-mini-stages-steam-futures-workshop-series/
LOCATION:Base Camp & Idea Forge Studios\, 54 North Street\, Willimantic\, CT\, 06226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events,Tech and Maker Events,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Project Imo":MAILTO:teamimo@projectimo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T183000
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SUMMARY:IFS Teen Free Hours
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://projectimo.org/event/ifs-teen-free-hours/
CATEGORIES:Tech and Maker Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T183000
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CREATED:20260112T195927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T202010Z
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SUMMARY:IFS Member Open Hours
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://projectimo.org/event/ifs-member-open-hours-3/
CATEGORIES:Tech and Maker Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T183000
DTSTAMP:20260406T132510
CREATED:20251216T223431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T200425Z
UID:10000219-1768487400-1768501800@projectimo.org
SUMMARY:Open Maker Space Hours - STEAM Futures Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:STEAM Futures Open Maker Space Hours\nThese open maker space hours are designed to support participants in the STEAM Futures Workshop Series by providing time and space to continue working on projects\, practice new skills\, and explore tools introduced during the workshops. This is an opportunity for youth to build confidence through hands-on making in a relaxed\, self-directed environment. \nParticipants may work on a wide range of projects connected to the series\, including plush creations\, puppets and mini stages\, mechanical builds\, light-up circuits\, digital designs\, stickers\, 3D prints\, laser-cut pieces\, and media projects. Youth are encouraged to bring unfinished work\, try new variations\, or simply spend time experimenting with materials and tools. \nThese sessions are not structured workshops. Staff will be present to supervise the space\, ensure safe tool use\, and offer guidance when needed\, but projects are participant-led. \n\nWho Can Attend\n\nYouth ages 8–18 participating in the STEAM Futures Workshop Series\nYouth ages 8–12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who remains on-site\nAdults who have actively participated in any of the STEAM Futures Workshop Series\n\n\nCost\nFree to youth participants thanks to support from the Liberty Bank Foundation. \nAdults are welcome to attend at no cost and are invited to contribute\, if they are able\, to help make future programs accessible to the whole community. \n\nLocation\nProject Imo – Idea Forge Creators Space \n\nAbout the STEAM Futures Workshop Series\nSTEAM Futures is a hands-on workshop series hosted at Project Imo’s Idea Forge Creators Space. Each session blends art\, design\, science\, technology\, and engineering through accessible\, project-based learning. Youth explore tools such as sewing machines\, digital cutters\, 3D printers\, and a laser engraver while building confidence as creative makers and problem-solvers. Participants may attend individual workshops or engage throughout the full series. \n\nRegistration Note\nPlease enter the attendee’s name for each RSVP. Parents or guardians should use their own contact information as the purchaser when registering youth. \n\nMade Possible By\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNEXT Workshop in the Series – Maker Motions and Simple Machines \nOpen Maker Space Hours – Thursday January 22nd from 2:30pm to 6:30pm
URL:https://projectimo.org/event/open-maker-space-hours-steam-futures-workshop-series-2/
LOCATION:Base Camp & Idea Forge Studios\, 54 North Street\, Willimantic\, CT\, 06226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Special Events,Tech and Maker Events,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Project Imo":MAILTO:teamimo@projectimo.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T183000
DTSTAMP:20260406T132510
CREATED:20260112T195927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T202011Z
UID:10000231-1768489200-1768501800@projectimo.org
SUMMARY:IFS Teens Free Hours
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://projectimo.org/event/ifs-teens-free-hours-2/
CATEGORIES:Tech and Maker Events
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T183000
DTSTAMP:20260406T132510
CREATED:20260112T195928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T202015Z
UID:10000232-1768910400-1768933800@projectimo.org
SUMMARY:IFS Member Open Hours
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://projectimo.org/event/ifs-member-open-hours-4/
CATEGORIES:Tech and Maker Events
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T183000
DTSTAMP:20260406T132510
CREATED:20260112T195929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T202016Z
UID:10000233-1768921200-1768933800@projectimo.org
SUMMARY:IFS Teens Free Hours
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://projectimo.org/event/ifs-teens-free-hours-3/
CATEGORIES:Tech and Maker Events
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T183000
DTSTAMP:20260406T132510
CREATED:20260112T195929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T202007Z
UID:10000234-1768996800-1769020200@projectimo.org
SUMMARY:IFS Member Open Hours
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://projectimo.org/event/ifs-member-open-hours-5/
CATEGORIES:Tech and Maker Events
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T183000
DTSTAMP:20260406T132510
CREATED:20251216T233739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T200416Z
UID:10000149-1769005800-1769020200@projectimo.org
SUMMARY:Maker Motions and Simple Machines - STEAM Futures Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:About This Workshop\nIn this workshop\, youth design and build small mechanical creations—such as cardboard automata—using simple machines like cams\, cranks\, levers\, and linkages. Participants explore how motion transfers through connected parts and how small changes can affect movement\, balance\, and stability. \nThrough hands-on prototyping and iteration\, youth test ideas\, make adjustments\, and refine their builds. This session emphasizes experimentation and problem-solving\, helping participants understand how movement\, structure\, and design work together in mechanical systems. \n\nWhat You’ll Learn & Do\nParticipants will: \n\nBuild simple machines using cams\, cranks\, levers\, and linkages\nExplore how motion transfers through connected components\nPrototype\, test\, and refine mechanical designs\nUse cardboard\, foam core\, and basic hardware to create moving forms\n\nWhy this matters:Understanding simple machines and motion builds a foundation for engineering thinking and mechanical problem-solving. These concepts support later STEAM Futures workshops involving motors\, moving parts\, interactive builds\, and media documentation of motion and process. \n\nSTEAM Futures Media Moment\nYouth will take part in the Mini Media Crew by capturing short video clips of their moving builds. This may include close-ups of mechanisms in action or simple time-lapse footage showing how projects evolve through testing and iteration. With permission\, this footage may be used in the final STEAM Futures Community Showcase. \n\nWho Can Attend\n\nPrimary audience: Youth ages 8–18\nYouth ages 8–12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who remains on-site for the duration of the workshop.\nAdults may participate as full creators if space is available. Youth participants are always prioritized.\n\n\nCost\nYouth participants attend free of charge thanks to support from the Liberty Bank Foundation and Eversource.Adults are welcome to attend at no cost and are invited to contribute\, if they are able\, to help make future programs accessible to the whole community. \n\nLocation\nProject Imo – Idea Forge Creators Space \n\nAbout the STEAM Futures Workshop Series\nSTEAM Futures is a hands-on workshop series hosted at Project Imo’s Idea Forge Creators Space. Each session blends art\, design\, science\, technology\, and engineering through accessible\, project-based learning. Youth explore tools and techniques across multiple disciplines while building confidence as creative makers and problem-solvers. Participants may attend individual workshops or engage throughout the full series. \n\nMade Possible By\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNEXT Workshop in the Series – Light Up Characters Circuits and Creativity \nOpen Maker Space Hours – Thursday January 22nd from 2:30pm to 6:30pm
URL:https://projectimo.org/event/maker-motions-and-simple-machines-steam-futures-workshop-series/
LOCATION:Base Camp & Idea Forge Studios\, 54 North Street\, Willimantic\, CT\, 06226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events,Tech and Maker Events,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Project Imo":MAILTO:teamimo@projectimo.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T183000
DTSTAMP:20260406T132510
CREATED:20260112T195930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T202006Z
UID:10000235-1769007600-1769020200@projectimo.org
SUMMARY:IFS Teen Free Hours
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://projectimo.org/event/ifs-teen-free-hours-2/
CATEGORIES:Tech and Maker Events
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T183000
DTSTAMP:20260406T132510
CREATED:20260112T195931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T203456Z
UID:10000237-1769083200-1769106600@projectimo.org
SUMMARY:IFS Member Open Hours
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://projectimo.org/event/ifs-member-open-hours-6/
CATEGORIES:Tech and Maker Events
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T183000
DTSTAMP:20260406T132510
CREATED:20251216T223544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T200347Z
UID:10000220-1769092200-1769106600@projectimo.org
SUMMARY:Open Maker Space Hours - STEAM Futures Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:STEAM Futures Open Maker Space Hours\nThese open maker space hours are designed to support participants in the STEAM Futures Workshop Series by providing time and space to continue working on projects\, practice new skills\, and explore tools introduced during the workshops. This is an opportunity for youth to build confidence through hands-on making in a relaxed\, self-directed environment. \nParticipants may work on a wide range of projects connected to the series\, including plush creations\, puppets and mini stages\, mechanical builds\, light-up circuits\, digital designs\, stickers\, 3D prints\, laser-cut pieces\, and media projects. Youth are encouraged to bring unfinished work\, try new variations\, or simply spend time experimenting with materials and tools. \nThese sessions are not structured workshops. Staff will be present to supervise the space\, ensure safe tool use\, and offer guidance when needed\, but projects are participant-led. \n\nWho Can Attend\n\nYouth ages 8–18 participating in the STEAM Futures Workshop Series\nYouth ages 8–12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who remains on-site\nAdults who have actively participated in any of the STEAM Futures Workshop Series\n\n\nCost\nFree to youth participants thanks to support from the Liberty Bank Foundation. \nAdults are welcome to attend at no cost and are invited to contribute\, if they are able\, to help make future programs accessible to the whole community. \n\nLocation\nProject Imo – Idea Forge Creators Space \n\nAbout the STEAM Futures Workshop Series\nSTEAM Futures is a hands-on workshop series hosted at Project Imo’s Idea Forge Creators Space. Each session blends art\, design\, science\, technology\, and engineering through accessible\, project-based learning. Youth explore tools such as sewing machines\, digital cutters\, 3D printers\, and a laser engraver while building confidence as creative makers and problem-solvers. Participants may attend individual workshops or engage throughout the full series. \n\nRegistration Note\nPlease enter the attendee’s name for each RSVP. Parents or guardians should use their own contact information as the purchaser when registering youth. \n\nMade Possible By\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNEXT Workshop in the Series – Light Up Characters Circuits and Creativity \nOpen Maker Space Hours – Thursday January 29th from 2:30pm to 6:30pm
URL:https://projectimo.org/event/open-maker-space-hours-steam-futures-workshop-series-3/
LOCATION:Base Camp & Idea Forge Studios\, 54 North Street\, Willimantic\, CT\, 06226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Special Events,Tech and Maker Events,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Project Imo":MAILTO:teamimo@projectimo.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T183000
DTSTAMP:20260406T132510
CREATED:20260112T195930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T203455Z
UID:10000236-1769094000-1769106600@projectimo.org
SUMMARY:IFS Teens Free Hours
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://projectimo.org/event/ifs-teens-free-hours-4/
CATEGORIES:Tech and Maker Events
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T180000
DTSTAMP:20260406T132510
CREATED:20260119T191619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T191619Z
UID:10000332-1769252400-1769277600@projectimo.org
SUMMARY:Free Drop-in Gaming Day at Idea Forge Studios
DESCRIPTION:Get your Gaming on!\nSaturday\, January 24\, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PMIdea Forge Studios at Project Imo | Downtown Willimantic\, CTFREE & Open to the Public | All Experience Levels Welcome \nLooking for something fun\, social\, and totally free to do this winter? Join us at Idea Forge Studios for an Open Gaming Day\, a relaxed\, drop-in tabletop gaming event where community\, creativity\, and friendly competition collide. \nWhether you’re a seasoned tabletop veteran\, a curious first-timer\, or just looking for a cozy place to roll dice and meet new people\, this is your invitation to play. \n\n🧠 What to Expect\nOur board game and RPG library will be open all day\, featuring a wide range of games—from fast\, laugh-out-loud party games to deep strategy and epic fantasy battles. Play for 20 minutes or stay for hours—it’s completely up to you. \n🎯 Featured Games & Experiences \n\n\nBattletech Alpha Strike – fast-paced tabletop mech warfare (perfect for newcomers and veterans alike) \n\n\nGoats & Goblins \n\n\nForges of Ravenshire \n\n\nWe’re Doomed! (with the Meritocracy expansion) \n\n\nBattles of Westeros \n\n\nBattleLore \n\n\nUgg-Tech \n\n\nFirefly: The Board Game with Blue Sun and Pirates & Bounty Hunters expansions \n\n\nRuneWars \n\n\n🃏 Classic Community Favorites \n\n\nWingspan \n\n\nTicket to Ride \n\n\nCatan \n\n\nCarcassonne \n\n\nUnmatched \n\n\nExploding Kittens \n\n\nPlus a rotating mix of strategy games\, card games\, and RPG-friendly systems \n\n\nNot sure what to play? No problem. Friendly facilitators and experienced players will help you find a game\, learn the rules\, and jump right in. \n\n🏛️ Why Idea Forge Studios?\nIdea Forge Studios is Project Imo’s community-powered creative and learning space in downtown Willimantic. Alongside our makerspaces\, studios\, and workshops\, gaming has become one of our most joyful and welcoming ways to bring people together. \nOur open gaming days are: \n\n\n✅ Inclusive & welcoming \n\n\n🎓 Beginner-friendly \n\n\n🤝 Community-driven \n\n\n🆓 Always free \n\n\nYou don’t need to bring anything—just curiosity\, imagination\, and maybe a competitive streak 😉 \n\n👨‍👩‍👧 Who Should Attend?\n\n\nTeens\, adults\, and families \n\n\nBoard game lovers and RPG fans \n\n\nBattletech players and curious mech pilots \n\n\nNewcomers looking to learn tabletop games \n\n\nFrog Con fans and local nerds of all stripes \n\n\nAnyone who wants a fun\, screen-free way to spend a Saturday \n\n\nThis is a drop-in event\, so come when you can and stay as long as you like between 11am and 6pm. \n\n🎟️ Free Tickets (Optional but Helpful!)\nAdmission is 100% free\, but registering for a free ticket helps us plan tables\, facilitators\, and snacks. Prefer to live on the edge? Walk-ins are always welcome. \n👉 Register for your free ticket—or just drop in and play! \nCome roll dice\, command mechs\, build kingdoms\, and meet fellow gamers at Idea Forge Studios. We’ll save you a seat at the table. 🎲🔥 \n\n\n🎮 Open Access to Games\, Terrain\, and Game Design at Idea Forge Studios\nOne of the things that makes gaming at Idea Forge Studios special is access. Our community gaming library goes far beyond boxed games on a shelf—we provide players with shared resources designed to make tabletop gaming more immersive\, creative\, and accessible to everyone. \nDuring open gaming days\, participants have access to our expanding board game and RPG library\, along with tabletop terrain\, maps\, miniatures\, tokens\, dice\, and gameplay aids that enhance both casual and competitive play. Whether you’re commanding BattleMechs\, exploring fantasy realms\, or teaching a new player their first strategy game\, our shared resources help lower barriers and elevate the experience. \nIdea Forge Studios is also home to game design and prototyping labs\, where community members explore the creative side of gaming. Players can experiment with custom scenarios\, homebrew rules\, 3D-printed components\, terrain design\, and original game concepts\, blending play with hands-on making. \nFor those who want ongoing access beyond free events\, Idea Forge Studios offers affordable individual memberships for $20/month\, providing regular access to gaming resources\, creative labs\, and open studio time. We also welcome group and club membership partnerships for gaming groups\, Battletech units\, RPG tables\, and community organizations looking for a consistent\, welcoming home base. \nOur goal is simple: make tabletop gaming accessible\, welcoming\, and creatively empowering—whether you’re here to play once\, play weekly\, or build something entirely new. \nCheck out our Idea Forge page for more information: https://projectimo.org/idea-forge-creators-space/
URL:https://projectimo.org/event/free-drop-in-gaming-day-at-idea-forge-studios/
LOCATION:Base Camp & Idea Forge Studios\, 54 North Street\, Willimantic\, CT\, 06226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Special Events,Tabletop Game Day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Project Imo":MAILTO:teamimo@projectimo.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T183000
DTSTAMP:20260406T132510
CREATED:20260112T195932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T205030Z
UID:10000239-1769515200-1769538600@projectimo.org
SUMMARY:IFS Member Open Hours
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://projectimo.org/event/ifs-member-open-hours-7/
CATEGORIES:Tech and Maker Events
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T183000
DTSTAMP:20260406T132510
CREATED:20260112T195932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T205030Z
UID:10000238-1769526000-1769538600@projectimo.org
SUMMARY:IFS Teens Free Hours
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://projectimo.org/event/ifs-teens-free-hours-5/
CATEGORIES:Tech and Maker Events
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T183000
DTSTAMP:20260406T132510
CREATED:20260112T195933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T205016Z
UID:10000241-1769601600-1769625000@projectimo.org
SUMMARY:IFS Member Open Hours
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://projectimo.org/event/ifs-member-open-hours-8/
CATEGORIES:Tech and Maker Events
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T183000
DTSTAMP:20260406T132510
CREATED:20251216T233734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T200338Z
UID:10000150-1769610600-1769625000@projectimo.org
SUMMARY:Light Up Characters Circuits and Creativity - STEAM Futures Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:About This Workshop\nIn this workshop\, participants learn the basics of circuits by creating light-up characters\, badges\, or small props. Using LEDs\, coin cell batteries\, and copper tape\, youth build simple paper- or card-based circuits that bring designs to life—lighting up eyes\, symbols\, or “magic tiles” that glow when a character stands on them. \nThe session focuses on accessible electronics concepts such as loops\, polarity\, and troubleshooting. Youth are encouraged to experiment\, test ideas\, and problem-solve when circuits don’t work on the first try. The techniques introduced here can be expanded in later STEAM Futures workshops involving motion\, 3D printing\, and interactive builds. \n\nWhat You’ll Learn & Do\nParticipants will: \n\nBuild simple circuits using batteries\, LEDs\, and conductive paths\nUse copper tape to create paper-based and card-based circuits\nExplore polarity\, loops\, and basic troubleshooting\nIntegrate light and electronics into visual character design\n\nWhy this matters:Learning basic circuitry helps youth understand how energy flows through systems and how design choices affect function. These concepts support future STEAM Futures workshops that involve interactive objects\, motion\, digital fabrication\, and media-driven storytelling. \n\nSTEAM Futures Media Moment\nYouth will take part in the Mini Media Crew by capturing short video clips of their illuminated creations in a Glow Booth setup. With permission\, these clips may be included in the final STEAM Futures Community Showcase. \n\nWho Can Attend\n\nPrimary audience: Youth ages 8–18\nYouth ages 8–12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who remains on-site for the duration of the workshop.\nAdults may participate as full creators if space is available. Youth participants are always prioritized.\n\n\nCost\nYouth participants attend free of charge thanks to support from the Liberty Bank Foundation and Eversource.Adults are welcome to attend at no cost and are invited to contribute\, if they are able\, to help make future programs accessible to the whole community. \n\nLocation\nProject Imo – Idea Forge Creators Space \n\nAbout the STEAM Futures Workshop Series\nSTEAM Futures is a hands-on workshop series hosted at Project Imo’s Idea Forge Creators Space. Each session blends art\, design\, science\, technology\, and engineering through accessible\, project-based learning. Youth explore tools and techniques across multiple disciplines while building confidence as creative makers and problem-solvers. Participants may attend individual workshops or engage throughout the full series. \n\nMade Possible By\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNEXT Workshop in the Series – From Sketch to Stickers \nOpen Maker Space Hours – Thursday January 29th from 2:30pm to 6:30pm
URL:https://projectimo.org/event/light-up-characters-circuits-and-creativity-steam-futures-workshop-series/
LOCATION:Base Camp & Idea Forge Studios\, 54 North Street\, Willimantic\, CT\, 06226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events,Tech and Maker Events,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Project Imo":MAILTO:teamimo@projectimo.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T183000
DTSTAMP:20260406T132510
CREATED:20260112T195933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T205015Z
UID:10000240-1769612400-1769625000@projectimo.org
SUMMARY:IFS Teen Free Hours
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://projectimo.org/event/ifs-teen-free-hours-3/
CATEGORIES:Tech and Maker Events
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T183000
DTSTAMP:20260406T132510
CREATED:20260112T195934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T210453Z
UID:10000243-1769688000-1769711400@projectimo.org
SUMMARY:IFS Member Open Hours
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://projectimo.org/event/ifs-member-open-hours-9/
CATEGORIES:Tech and Maker Events
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