Gizmo-CDA

Gizmo-CDA Welcome to CdA's community makerspace! Walk-in Tours Wednesdays 7-9PM & Saturdays 12-2PM. Think Bold be part of Gizmo-cda and become a gizmologist!

Gizmo-cda, Coeur d' Alene's Makerspace, is a place where art, design, technology and tools are connected by the hands and minds of the people of this community. Mentors and members work side by side in discovering expanding possibilities. Courageous use of resources by all ages and skill levels create a place where transformative learning takes place. Gizmo is guided by the curiosity and vitality of the makers of Coeur d'Alene. Tools you have always wanted are there to give birth to the ideas that you have always had!

Create a Hat That's as Unique as You Are!Ready to explore the colorful world of wet felting?In this two-session workshop...
09/14/2026

Create a Hat That's as Unique as You Are!

Ready to explore the colorful world of wet felting?

In this two-session workshop, you'll transform soft wool into a custom felted hat while learning the fascinating art of wet felting. Discover how to use resists to shape your design, add decorative embellishments, and form your hat for the perfect fit.

Will you create a stylish everyday accessory, a whimsical woodland hat, a Renaissance Fair favorite, or something perfect for Halloween? The design is entirely up to you!

Learn traditional wet felting techniques
Personalize your hat with colors and embellishments
Leave with a one-of-a-kind handmade creation

September 22 & 23
6:00–9:00 PM
Ages 16+
$75 (materials included)

Come get creative and make a hat no one else in the world will have!

09/11/2026

Getting ready for wet felting at Gizmo-cda! Meet Dian, one of our Gizmo mentors.

Learning is even more fun together! Register for any September youth class, and you'll receive a special ✨discount code✨...
09/10/2026

Learning is even more fun together! Register for any September youth class, and you'll receive a special ✨discount code✨ in your confirmation email that lets a sibling or friend register for the same class at a discounted rate.

Looking for a fun, hands-on activity this fall? Gizmo's September youth classes are designed for makers ages 8 and up and give students the opportunity to explore new tools, technology, art, and engineering in a creative, supportive environment.

Choose from 2, 4, or 6-week classes and discover a new passion!

This month's mid-day and afterschool lineup includes:

Makers LEGO Spike Robotics & Coding
3D Printing & Coding
Simple 3D Video Game Design
Stop Motion Studio
Youth Fundamentals of Pottery
Laser Cutting – Create Your Own Display Shelf
Soldering Circuit Creations
Gizmo Innovators – 3D Printing & Minecraft

Whether your child loves technology, art, engineering, coding, or creating with their hands, there's a class waiting for them at Gizmo. Our project-based classes help students build confidence, creativity, and real-world maker skills—all while having fun.

Spots fill quickly and classes start the week of September 22nd, so register early and let the making begin!

From Light Up Skateboards and Rockin' Electric Guitars to Engineering Inspired by Nature and Inventions for Impact, thes...
09/05/2026

From Light Up Skateboards and Rockin' Electric Guitars to Engineering Inspired by Nature and Inventions for Impact, these Gizmo kids did it all! Gizmo Summer Camps are an opportunity for youth in our community to step out of their comfort zone, be creative, and learn tool skills that last a life time. Scroll through our re-captcha-inspired photos to see what these incredible campers got up to this summer.

The learning doesn't stop when summer ends! Fall youth programs for home-school and after-school are open for registration! Space is limited, reserve your spot today at gizmo-cda.org/kids

09/01/2026

New 4 week class starting Thursday, September 10th. Thank you to our instructor for this enticing preview!

Ready to Build with Confidence?Take the first step toward becoming an independent maker in Gizmo's woodshop!Our Pathway ...
08/31/2026

Ready to Build with Confidence?

Take the first step toward becoming an independent maker in Gizmo's woodshop!

Our Pathway to Certification: Woodshop Basics class is designed for anyone who wants to safely learn the fundamentals of the woodshop while working toward certification on some of Gizmo's most-used tools.

In this hands-on class, you'll receive an introduction to the woodshop and learn to safely use:
Hand Tools
Drill & Impact Drivers
Handheld & Bench Belt Sanders
Clamps & Vises
Miter Saw

Whether you're dreaming of building furniture, home projects, gifts, or simply learning a new skill, this class is the perfect place to start.

Wednesday, September 3
3:30–5:30 PM

Members: FREE (registration required)
Non-Members: $40

Certification is based on instructor evaluation, and registration is required. If the class is full, join the waitlist—we'll add additional sessions as demand grows!

Start building your skills and unlock the possibilities waiting in the woodshop!

08/31/2026

We are making bowls! Mark your calendar for Gizmo Goes Bowlistic 2026, Saturday October 24th from 1 to 3pm at Gizmo-CDA.

The Literacy Project is another non-profit organization that is in our building here on the NIC campus. We had a great ...
08/25/2026

The Literacy Project is another non-profit organization that is in our building here on the NIC campus. We had a great time working together to make stickers for their Walk, Run, Read event. This event will be on September 19th at Coeur d'Alene city park. This is a family friendly event with a 5K run/walk starting at 8am, followed by books and fun at 9. Put it on your calendar and join us!

08/23/2026

Gizmo-cda will be out and about at the Idaho State Fair on Thursday, August 27 for STEM Day. Join us!

Last drop in event of the season! Join us on Thursday August 27th for 2 hours of bleach painting. $10 per person, no r...
08/22/2026

Last drop in event of the season! Join us on Thursday August 27th for 2 hours of bleach painting. $10 per person, no registration required. Learn something new and send the summer out with a bang.

Address

283 Hubbard Avenue, Suite #102
Coeur D'alene, ID
83814

Opening Hours

Tuesday 1pm - 9pm
Wednesday 1pm - 9pm
Thursday 1pm - 9pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+12089294029

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