The Hive

Leatherworking w/ Dan DeWolff
2023-10-21 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Come learn the skills and process of leathercraft. Taught by Dan DeWolff (Pomona ’09), who founded the Luto Vhum 10 years ago to pursue his passion for craft and designing products that last. You’ll learn to shape full-grain, vegetable-tanned, utility leather. Each piece is cut, stamped, and assembled by you. In the end, you’ll walk away with a heritage leather product created by your hands and ready for whatever life brings your way.
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Sound Recording Skill Share
2023-10-23 18:30 - 20:30, 2023-11-13 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 Sound Recording skill share 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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Halloween Costumes
2023-10-25 19:00 - 20:30 | Commons — The Hive, 130 E 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Need a last-minute Halloween costume? Come to the Hive to get inspiration, explore materials, and create your costume!
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Unseen Film Screening
2023-10-30 18:30 - 20:30 | CA
With experimental cinematography and sound, Unseen reimagines a cinema accessible for blind/low vision audiences. Through Pedro’s personal journey, the film explores the intersections of immigration, disability, and mental health. Screening followed by a Q&A with Unseen director and producer Set Hernandez.
Presented in collaboration with IDEAS at the CCs, IDEAS Mentoring program, Accessibility Resources & Services (ARS), Chicano Latino Student Affairs (CLSA), and the Asian American Resource Center.
The film has bilingual Spanish/English dialogue, there will also be English open captions and English audio description.
We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Linett at linett.lunato@hive.claremont.edu or 909-607-9156
more information on the film at unseen-film.com
RSVP recommended – Click to register.
With experimental cinematography and sound, Unseen reimagines a cinema accessible for blind/low vision audiences. Through Pedro’s personal journey, the film explores the intersections of immigration, disability, and mental health. Screening followed by a Q&A with Unseen director and producer Set Hernandez. Presented in collaboration with IDEAS at the CCs, IDEAS Mentoring program, Accessibility Resources & Services (ARS), Chicano Latino Student Affairs (CLSA), and the Asian American Resource Center.
The film has bilingual Spanish/English dialogue, there will also be English open captions and English audio description.
We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Linett at linett.lunato@hive.claremont.edu or 909-607-9156
more information on the film at unseen-film.com
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Con sonido y cinematografía experimental, “lo que no se ve” reimagina el cine para audiencias ciegas y de baja visión. Por medio de la historia de Pedro, la cita explora la intersección de inmigración, discapacidad, y salud mental. La proyección será seguida por una conversación con le directore Set Hernandez y protagonista Pedro. Presentado en colaboración con el Asian American Resource Center, IDEAS , IDEAS Mentoring Program, Accessibility Resources and Services, and Chicano Latino Student Affairs.
El documental cuenta con diálogo en inglés y español, subtítulos en inglés, y descripciones de audio en inglés. Buscamos ofrecer eventos accesibles e inclusivos que puedan ser disfrutados por toda persona, incluyendo aquellas con discapacidades. Para solicitar acomodaciones o preguntas sobre accesibilidad, por favor contacte a Linett al linett.lunato@hive.claremont.edu o al 909-607-9156.
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Building Skill Share
2023-10-31 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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Introduction to Podcasting
2023-11-01 15:30 - 17:00 | CA
Ever wanted to create a podcast, but not sure where to start? This two-part series will introduce you to fundamentals behind the process and production of podcasts. On November 1, join us at the Hive to learn the creative process behind planning and producing a podcast, then, a week later, on November 8, join us at the Harvey Mudd Makerspace to learn about the recording equipment and tech needed to create crisp, high-quality podcast audio.
This is a two-part event! Please attend both sessions.
11/1: 3:30-5pm @ the Hive
11/8: 3:30-5pm @ the Harvey Mudd Makerspace
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Dia de los Muertos: Crafting + Community Altar
2023-11-01 19:00 - 20:30 | CA
Create and celebrate in community at this Dia de los muertos event! We’ll be making meaningful handmade altar pieces to honor our loved ones and learning more about this tradition. We encourage you to bring a photo or offering for our collective altar.
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Product Management
2023-11-03 15:30 - 17:00 | CA
Learn what product management is, what it’s like to be a product manager, and what types of companies hire them. Experience this hands-on, interactive dive into a real-life company case study.
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Printmaking Skill Share
2023-11-08 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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Woodburning
2023-11-09 19:00 - 20:30 | CA
Interested in exploring the world of pyrography? Come create with heat and wood, tailored for both beginners and those familiar with the craft. Pyrography, or woodburning, involves etching designs onto wood surfaces using heated tools. We’ll cover the basics, from choosing the right wood to understanding the tools and techniques. You’ll leave with a foundational understanding of this art form and a completed piece to take home.
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Hive Community Night!
2023-11-10 18:00 - 20:00 | The Hive – 130 E 7th Street, Claremont, CA 91711, 130 E. 7th St, Claremont, CA, 91711, United States
Calling all our community partners new and old to come get the full Hive experience! Join us to create some art, tell stories, sing a song, share a laugh, and turn a neighbor into a new friend.
Family and friends of all ages are welcome!
Registration is recommended – register here!
En Español:
Noche comunitaria en el Hive 10 de noviembre de 6-8p
¡Llamando a todes nuestres compas en la comunidad a tener la experiencia completa de Hive! Acompáñanos a crear arte, contar historias, cantar canciones, reír juntes, y convertir vecines en
amigues. ¡Familia y amistades de todas las edades son bienvenides!
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Sewing Skill Share
2023-11-15 18:30 - 20:30, 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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Block Printing
2023-11-17 15:30 - 17:00 | CA
Join us to learn the basics of block printing! We’ll show you how to design, carve, and print using rubber blocks, and you’ll walk away with your own card design!
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Building Skill Share
2023-11-28 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 tools.
Register on Eventbrite here!

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.
Register on Eventbrite here!

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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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.
Registration recommended!
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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.
Registration recommended!
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Sound Recording Skill Share
2024-01-31 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!
Registration required!
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Sewing Skill Share
2024-02-07 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 | 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.
RSVP Required.
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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.
Registration recommended!
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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.
Registration required!
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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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