We are planning a Salon at Make-It in the early Spring. It seems like a perfect year to support the soul-centered meaning of life right here, in a city in western MA, that can always be communicated through poetry, music, art and storytelling. It might be useful to experience as much of this as possible […]
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Sample Flip! 1st Saturdays at Make-It Springfield
About a year ago, a small group of music producers wanted to start a community sharing event. They came to Make-It and proposed SAMPLE FLIP. What started small has turned into a monthly event celebrating the talents of many of our area music producers, musicians and artists. Stop in the first Saturday of the month, […]
TSM Design donates $2500 as a matching gift!
Our neighbors, the staff at TSM Design, were inspired this season to help fund a very special sewing program at Make-It Springfield, and to inspire others to donate. We couldn’t be more grateful for those who join us in our vision to serve the creative needs of our diverse community. Thank you TSM Design! Here […]
Make-It Springfield and Healing Justice
“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 […]
The BIPOC Rest Group: Daydreaming with Horses
The BIPOC Rest Group is a weekly space for BIPOC people to learn about and practice rest. Facilitated by Jamila Jackson, this space is inspired by Tricia Hersey’s work in the Nap Ministry and integrates drinking relaxing herbal teas, resting to the healing sounds of meditative drumming, engaging in daydreaming practices, and building a compassionate community […]
Cait Young, Jewelry Artist
by Jamila Jackson We are excited to announce that we are hosting a two part event in October called Stashcraft Craft Sessions. This event will be facilitated by artist and jewelry maker Cait Young on October 12th 12-2pm and October 23rd 4:30-6pm I got to sit down and speak with Cait about one of her […]
