Noah Staub has been hanging around RAD Springfield Community Bike Shop since 2020 and has recently volunteered to step into the role of RAD Coordinator. You can visit RAD Springfield on Monday afternoons from 2-6 pm. So tell us about when you first came to Make-It Springfield, who was here and what was going on. […]
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Bobby Olsen, Volunteer Bike Technician
Bobby Olsen volunteers every week with RAD Springfield Community Bike Shop to help refurbish bikes and work with the general public to fix, sell and give away bikes. RAD is open to the public on Monday afternoons from 2-6 pm. We caught up with Bobby to learn more about his work and interests. Hi Bobby! […]
Donald Lyle, Fine Furniture
We want to give a loud shout out to one of our makers, Donald Lyle, who spends time at Make-It refinishing and refurbishing lots of projects. When you visit Make-it, you can catch a glimpse of his projects in process. Donald is open to new clients and is available to speak to you! Visit his […]
Reid McCoy, Robotics Instructor
We first met Reid when he took a online Robotics class with Make-It in 2021—he was just a middle-school student at that time. In 2024, and now a high school student, Reid got back in touch because he wanted to “give back.” In August, 2024, he volunteered to lead a 3-session Robotics class and enjoyed […]
Healing Justice and Make-It Springfield
“Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare.” – Audre Lorde Hi everyone! My name is Jamila and in my work at Make-It Springfield I am passionate about the way our space connects creativity, connection, healing and empowerment. Lately I have been thinking about the connections […]
Make-It Springfield Announces Gillian Hinkson as New President
A Community Leader to Guide the Organization’s Next Chapter of Growth and Innovation Springfield, MA — February 21, 2025 — Make-It Springfield, a vibrant center of creativity and collaboration, is pleased to announce the appointment of Gillian Hinkson as its new President of the Corporation and Board of Directors. With a strong background in leadership, […]
