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Virtual Board Meeting
Virtual Board Meeting
Knox Makers members are welcome to join us as we hold our monthly board meeting. The board will be discussing pertinent topics happening around the space. All current, paying Knox Makers members are welcome to attend. This event is closed to the general public. Directions: Â This is a virtual event. Check Mattermost for further details…
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Blacksmithing Authorization – Intro to Forging
Blacksmithing Authorization – Intro to Forging
This class introduces you to the new blacksmithing zone. We cover propane forge operation, zone safety, basic hand forging, and nail making. At the completion of the class, members will receive a key to access the forge and foundry building. Proper attire is natural fiber clothing such as cotton jeans and T-shirts. Cotton/polyester blend is…
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Woodworking 101
Woodworking 101
This class will cover topics related to safe and correct operation of equipment within the woodworking area. This is the authorization class for the area and is required prior to using the equipment. Safe practices will be demonstrated and learned by a hands on approach in the context of taking rough lumber through the process of milling and operation of all equipment in the space. If you have previously paid and attended a wood authorization class then we encourage you to audit the class free of charge at any time.
Cost of the event is $19.96 and is for Knox Makers members only.
1 event,
Blacksmithing Authorization – Intro to Forging
Blacksmithing Authorization – Intro to Forging
This class introduces you to the new blacksmithing zone. We cover propane forge operation, zone safety, basic hand forging, and nail making. At the completion of the class, members will receive a key to access the forge and foundry building. Proper attire is natural fiber clothing such as cotton jeans and T-shirts. Cotton/polyester blend is…
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Mig Welding 101 – One on One
Mig Welding 101 – One on One
Intro to MIG welding. This is the Basic startup class for using the MIG Welder in the Metal Shop. We will spend about 30 minutes on basic safety and area requirements. Expect an hour or so of hands on setup and shared MIG welding time (more if needed.) *The class may run a bit short…
1 event,
Blacksmithing Authorization – Intro to Forging
Blacksmithing Authorization – Intro to Forging
This class introduces you to the new blacksmithing zone. We cover propane forge operation, zone safety, basic hand forging, and nail making. At the completion of the class, members will receive a key to access the forge and foundry building. Proper attire is natural fiber clothing such as cotton jeans and T-shirts. Cotton/polyester blend is…
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Blacksmithing: How to punch ghosts and make spooky friends
Blacksmithing: How to punch ghosts and make spooky friends
In this Halloween themed class we will explore the creation of punches and chisels for use in the forging of hot steel. Each student will make one to two punches or chisels of their preferred shape and after heat treating, we will use the tools we made to sculpt small spooky medallions. No previous blacksmithing…
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Virtual New Members Onboarding
Virtual New Members Onboarding
Whether you’re a current member, trial member, or prospective member, you’re welcome to join us at this month’s New Member Onboarding! We’ll start with a brief overview of Knox Makers’ origins and purpose and talk about how the organization works. You’ll learn a bit about the resources available to members and about the path to…
1 event,
Virtual Board Meeting
Virtual Board Meeting
Knox Makers members are welcome to join us as we hold our monthly board meeting. The board will be discussing pertinent topics happening around the space. All current, paying Knox Makers members are welcome to attend. This event is closed to the general public. Directions: Â This is a virtual event. Check Mattermost for further details…