Check out some policies and forms.
¶ Path to Membership
¶ To become a member at Open Works, follow these three easy steps!
- Sign up for an orientation!
- Attend in-person orientation!
- Choose your plan!
- We have membership plans to fit your business size, needs and budget. Find the plan that is right for you. Signing up for your membership plan must be completed and paid for in person.
¶ Building Hours
Members and day pass users have access to Open Works' shops and labs whenever the building is open!
- Open Works is open Monday through Friday 9am - 9pm.
- Open Works is open Saturday's from 9am - 5pm.
- Open Works is open Sunday's from 12pm - 5pm.
¶ Shop Access with Membership
A membership or day pass, and Shop Safety Classes are required to use the machines and tools across Open Works.
The following Shops and Labs can be accessed by members and day pass users without a Shop Safety Class:
The following Shops and Labs can be accessed by members and day pass users with prior completion of a Shop Safety Class:
After a member or day pass user has taken any Level 1: Shop Safety class within a designated shop they are granted access to the corresponding shop.
¶ Step 1: Community Orientation
Attend our 1-hour tour of Open Works. Get to know the staff, explore our facilities, and feel the vibe!
- Currently, Open Works offers four Community Orientation's every week!
- Every Monday evening from 6:00pm - 7:00pm.
- Every Wednesday morning from 11:00am - 12:00pm.
- Every Thursday evening from 6:00pm - 7:00pm.
- Every Saturday afternoon from 3:00pm - 4:00pm.
¶ Online Orientation
For those who cannot attend Community Orientation at any of the times listed above please visit the front desk for an abbreviated orientation on an Open Works iPad.
Online orientation must be completed in person.
¶ Accomodations
Do you need an accomodation for a Community Orientation or Shop Safety Class?
Please fill out the Accomodation Request Form by clicking here.
¶ Step 2: Attend a Community Orientation!
After you sign up for orientation, you will receive an email confirmation for the date and time you selected. You must attend this orientation in order to proceed to the next step.
¶ Step 3: Choose Your Plan!
Ask at the front desk when signing up if there are discounts that apply to you.
Sample membership agreement is here. Please ask at the front desk for the latest one.
First month of membership is prorated at signup!
¶ Senior Sliding Scale Membership
We understand that for some seniors our standard 10% senior discount is not enough to make the cost of membership affordable. For seniors demonstrating financial need, we offer sliding scale senior membership options. Please support Open Works by giving as generously as possible with your monthly membership fees contribution as we are a non-profit organization.
To apply for a sliding scale membership option, please first make sure that you meet the following requirements:
- Be 55 or older.
- Demonstrate financial need as defined by zip code of residence, size of household, employment status, and statement of need.
- Preference will be given to our neighboring applicants who are residents of Barclay, Greenmount West, and Johnston Square.
Click here for the Senior Sliding Scale Membership application.
¶ Resident Membership (Microstudio Rental)
Amenities for the Resident Membership include 7'x7' microstudio, conference room access, dedicated Wi-Fi, kitchenette, mailing address, and more.
To access the shops, purchase monthly membership or day passes as needed. Resident members are eligible for a $10/month discount on All Access Pro-level memberships.
¶ Payment Terms
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- Microstudio and storage fees will be billed on the 1st of each month. Member shall supply Open Works with credit card information to keep on file. The monthly membership fee will be charged to the credit card on the first day of each month or Member shall pay membership fees to Open Works in cash/check before the first day of each month. If a Member signs up in the middle of a month, the partial month’s Membership Fee will be prorated by the day. If Member fails to pay its Membership Fee by the 10th day of the month, then Member’s access to the Facility will be terminated until all outstanding fees are paid.
¶ Termination Policy
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- Members may terminate their membership at any time by notifying Open Works by completing the Membership Termination Request form, at least 48 hours before the 1st of the month. During months with 31 days Membership Termination requests must be received by close of business on the 29th of the month, by the 28th of the month in months with 30 days, by the 27th of the month in months with 29 days, and by the 26th of the month in months with 28 days.
- Termination of a microstudio or storage rental requires at least 14 days advance written notice. During months with 31 days Membership Termination requests must be received by close of business on the 17th of the month, by the 16th of the month in months with 30 days, by the 15th of the month in months with 29 days, and by the 14th of the month in months with 28 days.
- Security Deposit refunds are issued after the 10th of the month. To receive a full refund of a security deposit member must have given a minimum of 14 days notice of membership cancellation, removed all belongings and returned the studio to its original condition no later than the 5th of the month following termination and have no outstanding balance on their membership account.
- Please return your key to the front desk and remove all personal property from the facility by the end of the month. If we have not received your key by the 5th of the month following termination of your membership, we will consider the key lost and the card on file or your membership account will be charged a $15, non-refundable, lost key fee. Any personal property a member fails to remove from the Facility within five (5) days of termination of their Membership, will be deemed abandoned property and may be disposed of or otherwise removed, or stored at Member’s sole cost and expense. In no event, shall Open Works have any obligation to return or be liable for the loss and/or destruction of any personal items abandoned by the Member.
- If you would like to terminate or pause your membership, microstudio, or storage rental please click here.
¶ Day Passes
All-day access to any shop where you have taken a Shop Safety Class.
¶ Membership Discounts
¶ Free Access
¶ Lobby
Our spacious, well-lit lobby has free Wi-Fi and comfy reading chairs. Come grab a coffee and set up with your laptop for the afternoon, or hang out at our new outdoor seating area by the deck.
¶ Black Acres Roastery
Located right inside our lobby, Black Acres is your destination for quality coffee and pastries. Stop in and grab a coffee on the run, meet with friends, or make it your spot to work with plentiful outlets and fast, free Wi-Fi.
Visit Black Acres Roastery Website for more info.
¶ Community Events and Clubs
Join us at Open Works for FREE community events to build connections, explore your interests, and be a part of a vibrant community! Click here for more info!
- Art Club the second Wednesday of every month!
- 5pm - 8pm
- Quilting Club the third Wednesday of every month!
- 6pm - 8pm
- Game Night the fourth Wednesday of every month!
- 5pm - 8pm
- Open Talks the fifth Wednesday of every month!
- 5pm - 8pm
¶ Toddler Activities
- Story Time and Sensory Play with Ms. Abigail of A Lot Like Learning the second Thursday of every month!
- 9:00am - 10:00am
¶ General Assistance
Open Works strives to foster a welcoming environment where folks feel comfortable asking questions and learning.
¶ Community Technicians
Community Technicians are available to answer any questions about membership or day passes you may have! It is always better to ask questions.
You can get in touch with a Community Technician in the following ways:
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- In person at the front desk.
- During a Community Orientation.
- Call the front desk during business hours at (410) 862-0424.
- Email us at frontdesk@openworksbmore.com.