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We're gathering tonight to chat with entrepreneur and maker Tia Meilinger. Tia started Vaya in 2005, combining her academic experience in environmental studies and her sewing skills.

Tia uses recycled materials, old bike tubes and eco-friendly inks in the creation of bags ranging from messenger bags to hip pouches to roll tops.

About the Mappy Hour Maker Series

Throughout our Mappy Hour community are incredibly talented makers. Many of whom do this work as a side project to full time jobs. We wanted to share their passions and skills with the broader community, which is why we're launching the Mappy Hour Maker Series. Every month, we'll feature a different maker from one of our chapters and give them the floor to share how they started, how the outdoors influences their creative processes and how you can win one of their custom pieces.

This entire series is presented by Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. - so grab a cold brew, relax and come join in!