praise & thanks…
5 STARS! “We first learned of Alameda Makering last summer and it's been a truly wonderful experience, especially for our child. We've done camps and pop-ups, and Ms. Deneese does not disappoint. Not only does she fill up the time with incredibly creative and crafty activities, all of her recipes for the cooking lessons are healthy, fun, and are now household favorites. Our family can't recommend Alameda Makering, enough.”
~ Grace
5 STARS & LOVED! “My kids (4th grade girl and 5th grade boy) usually attend sports camps, so this was a really nice change of pace for them. They both came home genuinely excited about what they made—a tray of brownies, a fidget squeeze, and mosaic art. My daughter immediately asked to sign up for summer camps, and my son said the day went by too fast, which says a lot. I also appreciated that they got some outdoor time at the park to balance out the day. Hands down, their favorite part was making brownies.”
~ Melissa
5 STARS & LOVED! “All of our experiences have been fantastic including our most recent. My daughter describes Makering as, "more like the best ever play date than a camp." The projects are a step above when it comes to originality and memorability compared to other camps, and Ms. Deneese's passion for providing this kind of experience is infectious. Looking forward to many more Makering days!”
~ Lindsey
“5 STARS! My kiddo is having an amazing time in this program! Well thought out and creative lessons for each class. My kiddo gets lots of personalized attention and comes home with lots of positive feedback.”
~ Naomi
“We love Alameda Makering! My 7-year old artistic kiddo has really enjoyed the diversity of all of her favorite things (gardening, crafting & cooking). Ms. Deneese has a creative list of activities week after week and is incredibly patient and engaging. My daughter comes home incredibly proud of the things that she has learned and created. Such a joy to have Alameda Makering a part of our weekly schedule!”
~ Kari
“Thank you to my dear friends, Jennifer & Emma, and all the amazing young makers who made the photoshoot a huge success! You showcased the creativity and community at the heart of our program. I am grateful to all of you!”
~xo, Deneese
“Special thanks to my neighbor and friend, Jackie, for the yarn. It was perfect for our storage can project.”
~xo, Deneese
“A heartfelt thanks to my friend Tina, who generously donated her mom Vickie’s craft supplies. Vickie was an avid crafter, and I imagine she’d be proud to see her materials inspire young makers.”
~xo, Deneese
“Thank you to my friend Sol, who has been collecting and donating terra cotta pots for our maker’s garden.”
~xo, Deneese
“A big thank you to my friend Jen B who is a remarkable maker, fixer, and doer! She inspires me to be brave and reminds me it’s OK to ask for help.”
~xo, Deneese
“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.”
~ African proverb
“I am grateful to all my Alameda Peeps, friends and neighbors who have supported our upcycling mission by donating our requested supplies! From pennies to dinosaurs to denim, what a difference we can make together!”
~xo, Deneese
EXPLORE ALL PROGRAMS
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After-School Classes
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Join us for an afternoon of makering 1x per week all semester long! Our classes start after-school Tuesdays and Thursdays, and run for 2 hours. -
Weekend Classes
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Join us for 2-hour weekend “Pop-Up” makering classes! Pick a Saturday morning or afternoon, and dive into hands-on projects in our Makerspaces. -
School Break Camp
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Join us for exciting makering activities and fun during a “break” that coincides with a single-day or week-long school closure. -
Summer Camp 2026
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Join us for a full week of exciting makering activities and fun during SUMMER! We have multiple weeks available with a variety of themes and activities.
“In a world where you can be anything, be kind.”
- Clare Pooley