INNOVATIVE THINKING

Many kits and companies focus on

STEAM kits and curriculum- the

“stuff” to teach.

We believe people are most

important.

We will help your makerspace meet

the needs of the students, staff,

and community members.

Contact us today at

everyone@margalus.com Margalus LLC Program Catalog

p:815-762-7667

everyone@margalus.com

Organizing and Consult ing for makerspaces and education.

MARGALUS LLC

Mokena, I l l inois

Our people-first model allows us to

focus on participants’ experience.“

”SARAH MARGALUS MARGALUS LLC

“Margalus, LLC did an amazing job with our Maker Space

Family Night. Sarah and Jayson worked with our accelerated

learners and their families engaging participants in building a

scribble machine, using silkscreen to print a logo on t-shirts,

and exploring digital making on computers. It was truly a fun,

collaborative learning experience filled with critical and

creative thinking!” Teacher at Palos School District 118

Hands-on STEAM learning

Making provides kids with an authentic, motivating reason to learn Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, & Mathematics.

SpaceLab 1: A Non-profit Makerspace

Margalus LLC’s makerspace is

SpaceLab 1 in Mokena, Illinois.

SpaceLab 1 is a Non-profit

(501c-3) and membership-based

space,

Classes and programs are offered

at this location and offer a low-cost

way to learn more about the

maker movement.

sequat autem vel eum.

Youth Programs for YOUNG MAKERS

Programs for YOUNG ADULTS & ADULTS

Programs for kids of all ages

Margalus LLC offers making experiences for kids ages 8-100.

R O B O T I C S

S E W I N G

D I G I TA L FA B R I C AT I O N

ADDITIONAL SERVICES

We offer workshops for teachers and staff, professional development, and family events!

Jay Margalus is a game developer,

hacker, and designer. He is the

Faculty Director of the DePaul

University makerspace IRL, where

his research explores emerging

technology, game design, and

tinkering. Jay also cofounded the

hackerspace Workshop 88, and is the

president of the non-profit

makerspace SpaceLab in Mokena.

He is a founder and board member

of Chicago Southland Maker Faire.

About us: Jay Margalus

Construct a Braitenberg vehicle. Learn about sensors, breadboards, and how to code.

Learn to sew. Create household items like pillowcases or aprons. Customize and make fashion items like simple bags or infinity scarves.

Create items using a CNC mill, a vinyl cutter, or a 3D printer.

Our programs feature hands-on STEAM learning. Students design and make customized projects using science concepts, technology, and digital fabrication tools that turn a digital design into an object.

• Scribble Machine- Make an art machine and learn about circuits, tinkering, and movement.

• Screen printing- Create a customized t-shirt using design software and screen printing tools.

• Balloon powered car- Build a car that travels as far as possible using only air displacement as energy.

• Paper circuits- Make LEDs light up and add these to artwork, greeting cards, or other projects.

• Nintendo Switch- create a cardboard design to interface with the Nintendo Switch.

Sarah Margalus

Sarah is an instructional

coach, reading specialist, and

maker. She has over 10 years

experience in education. She

uses her literacy expertise

and knowledge of best

instructional practices to link

making and education.

As a managing member of

SpaceLab, Sarah teaches kids

and adults about making.