Vidette Makes, a Valparaiso based nonprofit, has set their sights on opening a physical location to host a makerspace and classroom. The group started as a small band of friends meeting monthly to discuss creative, technology based ideas. Before long they identified a need within the community for a shared space where group members could gather and make their ideas into reality. Fast forward through the pandemic years and the group has made significant strides. Officially established as a 501C3 nonprofit in 2020, they continue to grow in numbers and are steadfast on acquiring a physical location. The president of Vidette Makes, Adam Johnson, and some associates continue fine tuning the proposed business plan and have launched a market research survey at videttemakes.org that they would love the readers of this article to participate in. Meanwhile, Chad Copeland the vice…
