Power Supplies 101 (Part 1 of 2)
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesPower 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…
Metal Shop Introduction
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesGreg 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…
Welding Techniques Workshop
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesGreg 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…
Learn to Sew
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis 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 101 (Part 2 of 2)
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesPower 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…
Metal Shop Critter Construction
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesGreg 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…
New Members 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…
Valentine’s Weekend Monster Workshop- Create Your Own Monster Made with Love.
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesValentine'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…
To The Victor Go The Spoiled: Oxidation and Fermentation in the Kitchen
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesHave 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…
Knox Area Robotics Club – Talk and Tinker
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis 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…
February 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.
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. Jondale 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…
WordPress Monthly: Yoast SEO [All Users]
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesWordPress 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…
How Making and Makerspaces Promote Healthy Mindsets for Learning
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesWhy 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,…
Metal Casting Meet-up
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesGreg is welcoming all Makers and Metal Casting Enthusiasts for a Meet-up at Knox Makers. You will be discussing what needs to be done to bring casting workshops to the Knoxville Area. Bring your personal casting knowledge, resources and wishes to brainstorm on what, where and how much? Let's make casting available to seasoned artists,…
Welding Techniques Workshop
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesGreg 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…
Loudon County Senior Center Tour
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesLoudon County Senior Center's senior citizens will be visiting Knox Makers. James will be leading a tour and brief presentation, with some light demonstrations planned. This event is free and open to the public. Other senior citizens are welcome to attend for networking, as well as makers of all ages. Minors will need supervision.
Atari Punk Console Workshop
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesIn Garrett's workshop, you'll learn how to build an electronic circuit and take home a working prototype. We'll be working with breadboards - handy prototyping tools that allow components like speakers and microchips to be connected with jumper wires. We'll build a basic LED circuit first, then an Atari Punk Console! By the end of…
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…
Knox Area Robotics Club – Talk and Tinker
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis 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 promptly at 6:30PM, and the tinkering will start around 7:00PM. Knox Area Robotics…