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When many of us think back to the first video game we ever played it brings pleasant memories of Pong, Super Mario, or for some younger gamers, Minecraft.  Ask anyone around you and more than likely they will have a story about the wonder of picking up a game for the first time.  Though most everyone has heard of Pac-Man and Street Fighter, not many know the history of the first commercial...

Do Space along with Metropolitan Community College hosted the Omaha Mini Maker Faire on April 14 and, despite the chilly weather, it was a huge success! We had over 20 maker groups showcase their skills and knowledge to around 450 Omaha community members. Several of the maker groups included interactive activities from sewing quilting squares on sewing machines to playing with bug-like robots to...

National Volunteer Week took place this past week. From April 15-21, the nation celebrates the impact of volunteer service and the power of volunteers to create stronger, more resilient communities. And, certainly, we couldn’t pass up the opportunity to brag about how amazing Do Space volunteers are too! Since Do Space opened, we have been supported by amazing volunteers who have...

“The future belongs to those who understand technology”… It is also important to know the harmful effects that improper electronics disposal has on our environment. Cross Electronic Recycling is pleased to partner with Do Space because we care about the environment and everyone who lives in it. On April 28th from 10AM – 2PM we are hosting an electronics recycling event. Cross Electronic...

Do Space offers FREE access to technologies such as 3D printers and laser cutters to the community. We have a wide variety of technologies available to make anything three-dimensional as well as other supplementary machines that can help make your project a success. All you need to do is become a member (which is also free) and register for a program in advance. So, come to Do Space and take a...

Mack.Hack.Build. is back for the summer! If you between the ages 12 and 18 and interested in making games, then Make.Hack.Build. is a great fit for you! The 2018 summer session of Make.Hack.Build. is composed of a small group of creatives that meet together once a week to work on their game development projects. At Make.Hack.Build. you will use the Stencyl program to make games, design games with...

Summer tours at Do Space are now available for booking! We have big plans for June and July at Do Space, including new family-oriented afternoon programs, a Summer Passport for the kiddos, and a Do List for teens and adults. And each summer we offer advance reservations for youth group tours. We are pleased to once again offer a limited number of Youth Tour reservations for tours that take...

“Summer slide” is the tendency for students to lose some of the achievement gains they made during the previous school year. Do Space is here to help prevent that summer slide! All through June and July, Do Space will be providing engaging programs four days a week allowing kids to keep their minds fresh and sharp throughout the summer. On top of our usual youth program like Kid Coders,...

Looking to be inspired by makers in our Omaha community? Join Do Space on Saturday, April 14 for the Omaha Mini Maker Faire! From 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, over 30 local makers will be showcasing projects and activities including robotics, quilting, 3D printing, jewelry making, and so much more! This is a great opportunity to connect with people in your community, learn something new, and be inspired...

The Omaha Mini Maker Faire is April 14th at Do Space. We are excited to welcome a variety of tech enthusiasts, crafters, educators, tinkerers, hobbyists, engineers, science clubs, authors, artists, students, and entrepreneurs to our space to share their creations. To get you excited for the big day, we wanted to introduce you to one of the maker groups who will be there this year. DEF CON 402...