Summer 2025
Fountain Lab
Treats both old and new brought to you by high school entrepreneurs
Welcoming young and old, there’s something for everyone. The old-fashioned soda fountain is the platform in which high school students experience entrepreneurship first-hand.
Coming in 2026
Kitchen Lab
Every day holds a new taste from local novice cooks
The community kitchen is rented to individuals who want to try their hand at culinary entrepreneurship. In the style of “pop up food trucks”, the menu is always different.
Ever-Evolving
Curiosity Lab
Learn. Attempt. Experience.
From how to wire a ceiling fan to conserving the Ogallala to trending local art, the south side of Linger hosts an eclectic mix of opportunities for community members to expand their world in real life.
a 501(c)3 nonprofit
Linger Gig Lab, Inc. enhances rural communities by providing space and equipment for educational and experiential learning, for incubation of small business and entrepreneurial experiences and ventures, and for community gathering in a historic building.
youth entrepreneurship
Rather than merely studying entrepreneurship, the individuals selected for the Fountain Lab are required to develop a fountain product, test it, launch it, market it, track it’s sales and decide on retention or deletion from the menu. They are also responsible for bookkeeping, sales tax submission, data analysis and meetings with inspectors and financiers.
developing local culinary skills
The Kitchen Lab, slated to open in 2026, will be a fully licensed and inspected public kitchen. Individuals or groups will be able to experiment with menu items, refine them into a full menu and operate a pop-up kitchen and dining experience.
a place for learning
While the Curiosity Lab is ready for presentations and demonstrations, the Maker Space coming in 2027 will allow community members to utilize specialized tools (e.g. 3D printers, large format printers, laser cutters, etc.) to create useful and vendible items. Training & resources will be available to turn creation of these wares into a viable micro-business.
Frequently Asked Questions about Linger Gig Lab, Inc
What is the purpose of Linger?
Linger Gig Lab is a nonprofit community space that aims to provide a gathering place for the local community. It’s educational purpose is to impart skills and experience in entrepreneurship.
What amenities does Linger offer between 8am – 2pm?
Beginning in July or August 2025, Linger will be open to the general public but will not be staffed. There will be seating, public WIFI, water/hot water/donation coffee and restrooms. Meet up with friends, explore local exhibitions or just relax in downtown Cimarron.
When will Linger open?
The Fountain Lab at Linger is set to open in July or August 2025. At that point, there will be staff available from 2-8pm Monday through Saturday.
How can I donate?
Linger Needs You! As a 501(c)3 educational nonprofit, Linger relies on public support to serve the community. Look for a donor portal to come in the future.
Again . . . what is Linger Gig Lab?
Linger Gig Lab is a nonprofit community space that offers an old-fashioned soda fountain, public kitchen, and educational space. It is a place where you can enjoy the labors of locals, enhance skills and acquire entrepreneurial experience.