Congratulations to Junior Makers Karter and Louisa! They’ve earned their badges by showing creativity, curiosity, and a love for learning through committed hands-on making, we are so proud of you! At the heart of our program is the Junior Maker Pledge: "As a Junior Maker, I understand the value of making and tinkering. I know the world is mine to mold and change, and I will keep learning skills to make it better—for others and for myself." A big thank you is owed to the Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation for supporting our mission to grow young makers into confident creators! Join us in ONE WEEK for our First Friday Open House — your child’s first step to earning their own badge! Don’t miss it — creativity and skill-based learning starts here! @greater_lynchburg #lynchburgmakes #makerspace #STEAM #lynchburgva #makersgonnamake (fb)

Two custom-built chess tables have been installed at the Depot Grove, right next to Depot Grille — bringing a new way to connect, think, and play in Downtown Lynchburg. Thanks to Vector Space and funding from the City of Lynchburg’s Arts & Culture District Grant, the tables were designed and built by Adam Spontarelli and feature: ♟️Steel bases plasma cut and welded into chess piece shapes ♟️Contrasting wood tops, CNC-cut and sealed with epoxy for durability ♟️Anchored in concrete for long-lasting use The tables are free and open to the public. Bring your own pieces, or borrow a set from The Water Dog, Depot Grille, or Lynchburg Public Library Downtown Branch — just leave your ID or library card to check out a set! (fb)