[runamok]

That comment seems needlessly negative and requires everyone to fit within your definition of "making".

The hacker dojo events seem somewhat broad though many are more software based: https://events.hackerdojo.com/

I think we are lucky to have things like hacker dojo and techshop in our local area as well as meetups for diverse interests. Pretty sure you could find like minded folks in the area if you made the effort.