Laser Cutter Workshop
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis is an overview class and a hands-on workshop with our laser cutter, Goldfinger. Daniel will lead attendees of this class as they learn the basics of laser cutting and how to safely operate the laser cutter in our space. This class is intended for members who have not yet been authorized to use Goldfinger or need/want a review of its operation.
Tour The Oak Ridge National Laboratory Manufacturing Demonstration Facility
ORNL MDF 2350 Cherahala Blvd, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThe long awaited tour is finally here! We are granted a very special treat to tour the MDF facility in Oak Ridge with some of the worlds largest 3D printers…
2018 KILLSWITCH Deathmatch
The MUSE 516 N Beaman Street, Knoxville, TN, United StatesRobot Team Registration or RSVP to Just Watch Join Knox Makers at The MUSE for a very special one-night event. The teams have been working hard, and now, the robots…
Lightning Talks – Open Hack Night – Public Welcome
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesLightning Talks are an expanded form of Show and Share, where attendees are encouraged to bring out the projects they have been working on. Instead of the 3-minute Show and Share…
Halloween Spook Show
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesJoin us, if you dare, for the annual Knox Makers Halloween Spook Show, hosted by horror aficionado issac!
The evening will start out light, with a fun, 1960s-era horror flick and various short subjects. This material will be suitable for all but the faintest of heart; young folks are welcome. We’ll supply popcorn, pizza, drinks, and treats!
Then, around 8:00 PM, things will take a darker turn; anticipate proper fear and supernatural horror, with the distinct possibility of nudity and foul language. Adult audiences only, please.
All members and guests of members are welcome. Costumes optional, but fun! Bring food, drink, and/or kick in a few bucks... or just show up.
WordPress Social & Planning Session – WordPress Meetup
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesWordPress is an open source platform for building websites. This event is the monthly 3rd Wednesday Meetup for the local WordPress Knoxville Meetup group.
We are meeting as a social meet-up and to look at ways our volunteers can help. This is a post-Asheville WordCamp Meetup, where we have received lots of interest from different local volunteers to help get our group started again.
We also received lots of support to work towards hosting our own WordCamp, and will be discussing our road to WordCamp Knoxville.
We are looking for instructors, planners and organizers, and more. Come meet the local WordPress community no matter your experience level, and we will find a place you can plug in.
Memorial Service For Greg Tune
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesRelaxed, Artsy, non-religious Memorial Service for Metal Artist Greg Gregory Tune. Service to begin at 6:30 with a casual receiving of friends with light desserts and music like Greg loves…
New Member Onboarding
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesKnox 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 are encouraged to come help and meet newer members. Snacks will be provided, so please RSVP so that we can make sure we provide an appropriate amount.
The Horror of Public Speaking
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesDoes the idea of public speaking give you nightmares? Do your slideshows evoke more pitchforks than plaudits? It doesn’t have to be that way.
In this workshop, Issac will propose an alternative approach to PowerPoint-assisted presentation development and delivery. You’ll get tips on content, form, graphic design, preparation, and public speaking itself.
Lightning Talks – Open Hack Night – Public Welcome
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesLightning Talks are an expanded form of Show and Share, where attendees are encouraged to bring out the projects they have been working on. Instead of the 3-minute Show and Share…
Knox Makers Game Night
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesIt's another Knox Makers Board Game Night! Enjoy games and camaraderie with Knox Makers members and friends. Board games will be available, but feel free to bring one if you have a favorite.
November Board Meeting
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesKnox 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.
Toy Tech Work Night
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesJoin us as we partner with our upstairs friends at Spark to modify toys and make them more accessible for children with disabilities. We will be soldering, sewing, hacking, and packaging these toys back up to help children in East Tennessee have a more magical Christmas.
Machining 100 – Intro To Machining
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesBilly will give you a basic introduction to the machining area. This class will begin with a tour of the machining area with a, in-depth discussion of each tool, it’s uses, proper procedures, and safety. At the end of this class, all participating members will be authorized to use the drill press, box pan brake, handtools, and the horizontal bandsaw. **This is a prerequisite for the Bridgeport Mill and Lathe tool authorization classes**
Milling 101 – Bridgeport Mill Tool Authorization
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United States** Intro to Machining is a prerequisite class. You have to complete the Intro to Machining class before you can take the Milling 101 Class. *****
In this class you will receive basic hands on experience in operating a Bridgeport Series I J-Head milling machine. During this 3 to 4 hour class, Billy will go over the basics of tramming the head of the mill, tramming the vise, edge finding, work holding and setup, drilling , side milling, and top/end milling operations. You will also learn the basics of the DRO (digital read out), the table power feed, and basic care of the mill. This is a tool authorization class and once completed you will be authorized to use the milling machine and Knox Maker members will receive a key need to operate the mill. Intro to Machining is a prerequisite class.
Intro to Arduino: Build a Holiday Music Box
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesHave you been interested in working with Arduino but don’t know where to start? We have got you covered! Ray will lead attendees of this class in building a digital music box to take home and show off with pride. In the process, students will assemble a battery-powered Arduino with an input switch and a speaker. Then, students will upload sketches to play a melody.
Analog Circuits: Expand the Bithead!
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesNo analog in your toolbox? Do your circuits see nothing, hear nothing and say nothing? Let's change that pronto! In this class Ray will introduce some of the basics of analog signals, op-amps and sensing temperature to design a mixed-signal (analog and digital) circuit.
December Board Meeting
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesKnox 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…
Laser Cutter 101
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis is an overview class and a hands-on workshop with our laser cutter, Goldfinger. Daniel will lead attendees of this class as they learn the basics of laser cutting and…
Monster Made with Love – Fleece Monster Workshop
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesLaurie will help makers of all ages create a 4 inch fleece monster with a self-love twist. While a younger child can enjoy the art of creating their own personalized…