This week we will be having our annual members meeting. We will go over the state of the organization, what we have accomplished in the past year, and what our plans moving forward in 2018 are. We will also vote on board members and bylaw changes. This event is for current, paying Knox Makers members…

Attendees of this class will spend the day with Greg building their own small forge with a single Venturi-style burner. This will include step-by-step instruction from an experienced metal worker. This is an all-day event, so you will want to bring your lunch. If, by the end of this class, there is a person/team with…

This class is an overview and hands-on workshop with our Singer XL400 Futura CNC embroidery machine. Sue will show attendees the basics of how to turn text and images into fabric art. This class is intended for members who have not yet been authorized to use the embroidery machine. This class is only open to…

Greg will outline techniques for welding in the metal shop. This class will begin with welding instruction followed by a hands-on shop class in which students will learn the effects of heat, ideal travel speed, welding position, and more. Those interested in participating and making some sparks after the class is over are welcome to…

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.

This meetup was originally scheduled for January 17 but has been rescheduled for weather-related reasons. WordPress is an open source platform for building websites, and Knoxville's WordPress meetup group will gather for their monthly meeting to discuss WordPress topics. This month's focus: Gutenberg Gutenberg for WordPress aims to bring a uniform experience for rich content…

Power supplies are the backbone of the electronics world, but choosing and using them can be daunting. In this two-part class, Ray will discuss how to select and use power supplies for your projects. Students will get to use multimeters and oscilloscopes to perform basic measurements. Part one of this class will explore AC-DC linear…

Greg will introduce the metal shop with a basic safety discussion, tour of the metal shop, explanation of operations and procedures, and available equipment. Welding demonstrations and hands-on practice will be available for those interested in participating and making some sparks. There is some loaner equipment, but if you have your own welding gear, you…

Greg will outline techniques for welding in the metal shop. This class will begin with welding instruction followed by a hands-on shop class in which students will learn the effects of heat, ideal travel speed, welding position, and more. Those interested in participating and making some sparks after the class is over are welcome to…

This class covers the basics of sewing. A discussion on which tools are needed to be a successful sewer, how to use some of the most basic stitches, and how to maintain and troubleshoot your machine. Attendees will learn how to change needles and presser feet, wind bobbins, thread a machine and bobbin, and experience…

Power supplies are the backbone of the electronics world, but choosing and using them can be daunting. In this two-part class, Ray will discuss how to select and use power supplies for your projects. Students will get to use multimeters and oscilloscopes to perform basic measurements. Part one of this class will explore AC-DC linear…

Greg will lead a workshop where participants will be making a critter of their choice. Skills involved will include plasma, welding, riveting, and using the roller. Some welding experience is required for this class, so please have either taken the metal shop introduction class or be able to demonstrate appropriate knowledge to participate. This class…

Knox Makers will host a member onboarding session for new members. This night will start with a brief overview of the resources, rules, and goals of Knox Makers. Afterwards, members should feel welcome to stay and socialize. The focus of this evening will be on members who are new to Knox Makers, but older members…

Valentine's is all about spreading the love!! So let's celebrate by creating a Love Monster of your own with a “Self-Love Twist.”  This is an Adult Only - BYOB Event.  Whether you want to bring a sweetheart, a friend or come on your own...All are welcome! There will be a fee for this class of…

Have your salad greens wilted? Are the bananas looking a bit spotty? Is that old bottle of wine smelling a bit sour? No need to toss them - eat them! Join Knox Maker Sean as we explore the science behind food spoilage and find out how those leftovers in your kitchen can find a delicious…

This month’s meeting for the Knox Area Robotics Club will be a talk and tinker session. Members are encouraged to bring in robotics projects to work on and tinker with to collaborate and learn from each other. Show and Share will begin prompty at 6:30PM, and the tinkering will start around 7:00PM. Knox Area Robotics…

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.

WordPress is an open source platform for building websites, and Knoxville's WordPress meetup group will gather for their monthly meeting to discuss WordPress topics. This month's focus: Yoast SEO. The Yoast SEO plugin offers tips on how to improve content's readability and how to manage how search engines index and treat your site's content. This…

Why does your school need a makerspace? Why do they matter? When Michael and a colleague opened their first campus makerspace in 2015, it wasn’t because they thought 3D printers and sewing machines were cool (but let’s be honest: they are). Their goal was to create an interdisciplinary space, grounded in sound research and practice,…