Registration Guide: Finding & Signing Up for Events

This guide helps members and guests find events and classes, understand pricing, and complete registration.

Finding Events

Events Page

The main Events page shows:

• Featured Events - Highlighted upcoming offerings
• Learning Paths - Structured course progressions (if available)
• View All Listings - Browse the complete directory

Class & Event Directory

Click View All Listings to access the full directory with:

• All available classes and events
• Filtering and sorting options
• Grid or calendar view

Browsing Options

Grid View

See events as cards showing:

• Event title and image
• Next available session date
• Spots remaining
• Pricing
• Skill level

Calendar View

View events on a calendar:

• Month view - See the full month at a glance
• Week view - Focus on the upcoming week
• Day view - Detailed daily schedule

Click any event on the calendar to see details.

Filtering Events

Narrow down your search using filters:

Filter	Options
Offer Type	Classes, Events, or Both
Workspace	Filter by location
Skill Level	Safety/Orientation, Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Sorting Events

Change the order of results:

Sort Option	Shows
By Date	Soonest events first
Alphabetical	A-Z by title
Price	Lowest to highest

Understanding Event Listings

Each event listing shows:

• Title - Name of the event or class
• Next Session - When the next available session occurs
• Spots Available - How many openings remain
• Price - Cost to register (may show member vs public pricing)
• Skill Level - Difficulty or experience needed

Registering for a Single-Session Event

For one-time workshops:

Step 1: Select the Event

Click on the event to open its registration page.

Step 2: Choose a Session

If multiple sessions are available, select from the dropdown:

• See date and time for each option
• Check spots available
• Verify the location

Step 3: Review Details

The “Reserve Your Spot” section shows:

• Session date and time
• Location (workspace or off-site address)
• Spots available
• Price (member or public rate)

Step 4: Register

Free Events

1. Click Register - Free
2. Review the confirmation popup
3. Click Confirm Registration
4. See the success message

You’ll receive a confirmation email with event details.

Paid Events

1. Click Proceed to Payment
2. If your makerspace has cover fees enabled, you’ll see a checkbox to cover the processing fees. Checking it adds a small amount so 100% of your payment goes to the makerspace. The added amount is shown next to the checkbox.
3. If you have a gift card, enter your XXXX-XXXX-XXXX code in the gift card field on the checkout summary. The balance is applied to your total — if it covers the full price, no further payment is needed and you confirm the amount taken from the card before you are registered; otherwise you’ll pay the remainder through your makerspace’s payment provider.
4. Click Proceed to Checkout — you’ll be redirected to the secure checkout page of your makerspace’s payment provider if a balance remains. The checkout page opens in the language you use in MakerVera when your makerspace’s payment provider supports it; otherwise in English. When a gift card covers part of the price, a secure payment pop-up opens for the remainder instead, in the language you’ve chosen in MakerVera
5. Enter your payment information and complete the purchase
6. After payment, you come back to MakerVera, which checks the result of your payment with the makerspace before showing it. Once it’s confirmed, you’ll see a “You’re registered!” message

You register with and pay the makerspace, which is the seller and merchant of record; your payment goes to the makerspace’s own payment-provider account.

You’re never charged twice for one registration. If you press Proceed to Checkout again, go back from the payment page or open it in a second tab, you get the payment page you already had open. If you changed something first, such as the cover-fees choice, the earlier payment page is closed and can no longer be paid. If your earlier payment already went through, you’re taken to its confirmation. If two payments still both go through, the second is refunded automatically and you get an email.

A confirmation email will be sent to you shortly after payment. You can click View My Classes to see your upcoming events, or Browse More Events to keep exploring.

The page you come back to shows only what MakerVera has confirmed:

• “You’re registered!”: your payment went through and your spot is confirmed.
• “Your payment is processing”: your payment is still being confirmed. A bank payment can take a few days to clear; we’ll email you when it completes and your spot is confirmed.
• “We couldn’t complete your registration”: your payment went through, but the registration couldn’t be completed (for example, the event filled up). Your payment is refunded automatically; it can take a few days to appear on your statement.
• “Your payment didn’t go through”: you haven’t been charged and you’re not registered yet. Click Back to Event to try again or use another payment method.
• “This checkout has expired”: you weren’t charged and you’re not registered yet. Click Back to Event to try again.
• “We couldn’t confirm your registration yet”: MakerVera couldn’t check your payment just now. If it went through, you’ll get a confirmation email and the class appears in My Classes. Check your email before you pay again.

If the payment pop-up can’t show its form, it tells you why and keeps Pay now off so nothing is charged. See Gift Cards for what each message means.

If you change your mind during checkout, click the back button on the payment provider’s checkout page. You won’t be charged, and you’ll see a “No worries — your spot is still available” message with a Try Again button to return to the registration page.

Tip

Gift card redemption on paid events is new in the v0.12 checkout refresh. If you previously couldn’t apply a gift card to a class or workshop, you can now.

Registering for a Multi-Session Course

For classes that meet multiple times:

Step 1: Select the Course

Click on the course to open its registration page.

Step 2: Choose a Cohort

You’ll see available cohorts (class sections) with:

• Cohort name (e.g., “Spring 2024” or “Tuesday Evenings”)
• Date range - When the course runs
• Number of sessions - How many classes are included
• Spots available
• Price (may vary by cohort)

Select the cohort that fits your schedule.

Step 3: Understand What You’re Registering For

When you register for a multi-session course:

• You’re enrolling in all sessions within that cohort
• You’ll attend each session (e.g., 4 Tuesdays in a row)
• One registration covers the entire course

Step 4: Complete Registration

Free Courses

1. Click Register Now
2. Review the confirmation showing all included sessions
3. Click Confirm Registration
4. Receive confirmation with your full schedule

Paid Courses

1. Click Proceed to Payment
2. If your makerspace has cover fees enabled, you’ll see a checkbox to cover the processing fees. The added amount is shown next to the checkbox.
3. If you have a gift card, apply your code on the checkout summary. The balance is deducted from the cohort total; if it covers the whole total you confirm the amount taken from the card first; any remainder is charged through your makerspace’s payment provider.
4. Click Proceed to Checkout — you’ll be redirected to the secure checkout page of your makerspace’s payment provider if a balance remains. When a gift card covers part of the price, a secure payment pop-up opens for the remainder instead, in the language you’ve chosen in MakerVera
5. Complete the purchase — one payment covers all sessions in the cohort
6. After payment, you’ll see a confirmation page

A confirmation email with your full schedule will follow shortly.

Member vs Public Pricing

Two Price Tiers

Most events have two prices:

Tier	Who Qualifies
Member Price	Logged-in makerspace members
Public Price	Non-members and guests

Seeing Your Price

• Logged in as member: You see the member price
• Not logged in: You see the public price with a note about member savings

Getting Member Pricing

To get member pricing:

1. Make sure you have an active membership
2. Log in to your account before registering
3. The member price will appear automatically

Prerequisites and Requirements

Some events require prerequisites:

Certification Requirements

If you see a prerequisites banner:

• The event requires specific certifications
• You cannot register until you complete them
• Click to see what certifications are needed

How to Meet Prerequisites

1. Note which certifications are required
2. Find and complete those certification courses first
3. Return to register for your desired event

Registration Restrictions

You may see messages if:

Message	Meaning
Already Registered	You’re signed up for this event
Cohort Full	No spots available. Check back later or pick another cohort
Prerequisites Required	Complete required certifications first
Instructor Cannot Register	You’re assigned to teach this session

Cancellation and Refunds

Free Events

Contact the makerspace to cancel your registration at any time before the event.

Paid Events

• If you cancel before completing payment (on the payment provider’s checkout page), you are not charged and no registration is created
• If you cancel after payment, contact the makerspace administration to request a refund
• Refund policies vary by makerspace — check your event details or ask the front desk

After You Register

Confirmation Email

You’ll receive an email with:

• Event title and description
• Date, time, and location
• Any materials to bring
• Contact information

Reminders

If enabled, you may receive:

• Pre-event reminder - 24-48 hours before
• Day-of reminder - Morning of the event

Finding Your Registrations

Check your account to see all events you’re registered for.

Tips for Successful Registration

Plan Ahead

• Popular events fill up fast
• Register early for the best selection
• Check prerequisites before planning your schedule

Check Your Schedule

• Verify you can attend all sessions (for multi-session courses)
• Note the location and travel time
• Set your own reminders

Come Prepared

• Review any materials sent in confirmation
• Bring required items (safety glasses, laptop, etc.)
• Arrive a few minutes early

Questions?

• Use the Questions card on the event page to contact the instructor or coordinator
• Check the FAQ for common questions
• Reach out to the makerspace front desk for help