The Hive

Building Skill Share
2023-11-28 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Learn the basics and beyond of designing, making, and building in a world of materials using a variety of tools.
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Printmaking Skill Share
2023-11-29 18:30 - 20:30 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Screen printing is used by many, from artists to fashion industry professionals. In our introductory skill shares, find out what makes this medium so compelling for so many.
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Holiday Card Making
2023-12-01 16:30 - 18:00 | CA
Kick off the holiday season by making something special for those you like, love, and care about. Join us for some fun holiday crafting and cardmaking. We’ll have a jolly good time!
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Sewing Skill Share
2023-12-06 18:30 - 20:30 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Learn the basics of sewing by hand and with a machine from our student proctors.
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Toolbox 101
2024-01-19 15:00 - 17:00 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Toolbox 101 is the perfect starting point for anyone looking to dive into the world of hands-on creativity and craftsmanship. You’ll be introduced to many of the tools and techniques available in this unique space. You’ll embark on a personal project, utilizing skills from woodworking and metalworking to jewelry making, clay art, prototyping, block printing, and so much more. You’ll receive a tour of the Toolbox and Tool Wall, gaining insights into the various equipment and materials at your disposal. After the introduction and with the help of Toolbox mentors, you’ll get to start a project of your own, guided by imagination and newly acquired knowledge.
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Meet and Sketch (a stranger!)
2024-01-25 19:00 - 20:30 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Interested in trying out life drawing while meeting a new friend? Look no further! Join us as we kick off the semester and sketch someone new! We will help you with the basics of sketching, pair you up with a new friend, and provide some laughs along the way.
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Sound Recording Skill Share
2024-01-31 18:30 - 20:30, 2024-03-20 18:30 - 20:30 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Do you dream of recording your own music or hosting your own podcast? Our SoundBox recording studio is the perfect first step on that path. Learn how to work with audio equipment and software from your peers at the Hive.

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Sip and Knit
2024-02-01 19:00 - 20:30 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Looking for a cozy night activity? Come join us for our first-ever sip and knit event. We will supply the cocoa, just bring your own mug!
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Sewing Skill Share
2024-02-07 18:30 - 20:30, 2024-02-28 18:30 - 20:30, 2024-03-27 18:30 - 20:30 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Learn the basics of sewing by hand and with a machine with a variety of materials used in creative ways.
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Building Skill Share
2024-02-08 18:30 - 20:30, 2024-02-29 18:30 - 20:30 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Learn the basics and beyond of designing, making, and building in a world of materials using a variety of tools.
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Career Panel: How I Got My Job
2024-02-08 19:00 - 20:30 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
We are bringing in Hive alumni who are working in design and product management to share their tips and tricks for landing a job right out of college. Join us for a panel discussion and Q&A to help you navigate your own job search!
Registration required! A Zoom link will be sent out to registered attendees the day before the event.
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About our panelists:
Anya Zimmerman-Smith, CMC ’21
Anya (CMC ’21) is a Human-Centered Design consultant on the Northern California Care Experience team at Kaiser Permanente. While at CMC, she led metalsmithing workshops at the Hive and majored in HCD. Through working with the Brain Tumor Network in the Advanced HCD class, and her thesis working with the UCSF Brain Tumor Center, Anya became passionate about improving patient experience in healthcare through the use of HCD and co-design with medical providers. At Kaiser Permanente, Anya supports projects ranging from improving test result design and in-patient physician and patient communication to the development of a new patient experience management system. During her free time, she sews clothing and enjoys volunteering at a goat dairy.
Emma Sheridan, Pomona ’21
Ever since my introduction to design thinking at the Claremont College’s The Hive (Pomona ’21), I’ve been captivated by its adaptability and transformative power across diverse fields. Throughout my career, I’ve harnessed this versatile toolkit to integrate design thinking principles into product management, driving the creation of impactful products and fostering collaborative, engaged teams. Currently, I’m a product manager at Microsoft building digital experiences for our commercial customers to manage their Microsoft 365 subscriptions through the admin center. When I’m away from the computer, I enjoy reading fiction, traveling to new places for inspiration, and moving my body with yoga, cycling, weights, or a neighborhood walk.
August Cosinuke, Pomona ’23
I graduated from Pomona in May, 2023. I front-loaded a major in Philosophy, Politics, & Economics and spent my last few semesters studying design at the Hive and elsewhere. My thesis was an ethical analysis of gamification in the workplace – basically, are we harming people by designing their workplaces to improve their productivity? I spent my free time leading outdoor trips with OTL, playing ultimate frisbee on the Claremont Braineaters, and commissioning intramural baseball.
Nowadays, I am a User Experience Designer and Researcher at EO, a clinical cannabis health-tech startup. My job is to figure out how we can improve our patients’ experiences using eo products and services. I do a lot of user interviews and test many prototypes. Lastly, I am obsessed with board games, am pro sticky notes, and live in Chinatown, Manhattan.

Tiny Patio Concert
2024-02-09 19:00 - 20:30 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Presented by the Hive’s Soundbox, Tiny Patio is a bite-sized outdoor concert highlighting Claremont student musicians. Inspired by the beloved NPR series but with a Hive-y twist, join us on the patio to jam out to some fresh new music and support our local music community.
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Leatherworking
2024-02-11 14:00 - 16:00 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Learners of all skill levels are immersed in a comprehensive introduction to basic leatherworking techniques. Under the guidance of Danny Becker, a skilled artisan from Tandy Leathers, we’ll explore the tools and methods essential for crafting leather. From cutting and stitching to embossing, burning, and finishing. You’ll not only craft unique leather items but also gain a set of skills to continue your leatherworking journey.
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Screen Printing Skill Share
2024-02-12 18:30 - 20:30 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Screen printing is used by many, from artists to fashion industry professionals. Find out what makes this medium so compelling for so many.
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Valentine's Day Crafting: Candles + more!
2024-02-13 19:00 - 20:30 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner! Grab a friend and join us to learn the art of candle and card making, the perfect gift for those important people in your life.
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Wooden Tray Making
2024-02-16 15:00 - 17:00 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Learn personal techniques mastered over a decade from renowned local artist Vince Skelly. Designed for both beginners and seasoned crafters, come take a deep dive into practical woodcrafting. We’ll learn to skillfully handle various tools such as chisels, gouges, drills, and Dremels, allowing artisanal woodworking to flourish and blossom. We’ll explore techniques such as carving, shaping, and finishing, applying these skills to create unique wooden trays.
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Design Thinking Crash Course
2024-02-20 19:00 - 20:30 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Design thinking is a way to uncover unmet human needs by rapidly generating many potential solutions, creating prototypes, and testing designs. This fast-paced, hands-on experience is a memorable exploration into designing something amazing. A great introduction to the highly-sought-after full course, Human-Centered Design, this course gives students a little taste of what we offer at the Hive!
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Sound Recording Skill Share
2024-02-21 18:30 - 20:30 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Do you dream of recording your own music or hosting your own podcast? Our SoundBox recording studio is the perfect first step on that path. Learn how to work with audio equipment and software from your peers at the Hive.

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Creative Tools: Notion 101
2024-02-23 15:30 - 17:00 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Notion is a free web application for all your organizational needs. It offers organizational tools from task management, project tracking, to-do lists, and so much more. With 3rd party integration (like Google Suite and ChatGPT), Notion can be used to do a multitude of tasks. Come and learn more about how to use Notion or how to make your Notion more efficient with 5C Notion Campus Leaders and free boba.
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Stacked Wooden Sculptures
2024-03-01 15:00 - 17:00 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Discover the endless possibilities of turning scrap wood and found wood into both abstract art and functional items. We’ll learn various techniques for stacking and combining these pieces to create cohesive forms, while exploring the balance between abstract beauty and functional design. Projects include crafting pure sculptures, as well as innovative pencil and necklace holders that not only serve a purpose but also stand as personal expression pieces. We’ll also discuss form, material coherence, and the value of upcycled materials, aesthetic and beyond. Perfect for anyone interested in eco-friendly art, woodworking, or simply looking for a creative way to repurpose materials.
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Screen Printing Skill Share
2024-03-04 18:30 - 20:30 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States

Publishing for Creatives: Where Do I Start?
2024-03-05 19:00 - 20:30 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
From a box in your garage to the printing press, from your Notes App to the anthology! In this hands-on workshop, Curious Publishing founder Rebecca Ustrell and poet linett luna tovar will guide you through publishing tips, best practices, and exercises for getting your work published.
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Concrete Casting
2024-03-22 15:00 - 17:00 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Concrete, often perceived as daunting and difficult to use, is actually a flexible and approachable medium for creating lasting art. We’ll start with the basics, learning how to correctly mix concrete to achieve the desired consistency and strength. We’ll then progress to the process of mold-making, learning how to design and construct molds that shape creative visions. We’ll craft unique pots and plant holders, perfect for adding a personalized touch to any home or garden. As we mix, pour, and mold, we’ll gain insights into the practical aspects of working with concrete, including tips for curing and finishing.
But don’t wear your Sunday best! 😉
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Screen Printing Skill Share
2024-03-25 18:30 - 20:30 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Screen printing is used by many, from artists to fashion industry professionals. Find out what makes this medium so compelling for so many.
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Building Skill Share
2024-03-28 18:30 - 20:30 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Learn the basics and beyond of designing, making, and building in a world of materials using a variety of toolsLearn the basics and beyond of designing, making, and building in a world of materials using a variety of tools.
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Clothing Swap + Sewing Basics
2024-04-10 16:00 - 19:00 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Celebrate Earth Month in style—and for free! Bring your gently worn garments, and take home your next favorite outfit! We’ll also be offering some DIY sewing basics like mending, breathing new life into old items, and adding easy, stylish adornments. In collaboration with the Pomona Sustainability Office.
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