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.
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**
AA – Adult Arting
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesAA - Adult Arting. Come and express your creative self with other adults at Knox Makers. BYOB, but we'll provide the creative seed and materials! Events will vary and be led by a mix of local creatives. Topics will include such fun things as painting, sculpting, sewing, mixed media, drawing, and who knows what else!
This week's instructor is Dominique and the topic will be Alcoholic Acrylics. Learn to paint an abstract acrylic 8"x10" painting. No skills required as you can learn basic painting techniques, color theory, and other essential painting skills in the class with ease. If you try, you will go home with a one of a kind piece of art for your own home.... or to send to your enemy. Your choice. :)
Foam Prop Building Class
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesHalloween is just around the corner, but are you worried you won’t be able to find the right prop you want, or you will have to spend an arm and a leg for a good replica? Come to EVA Props 101 and learn the basics of crafting and making with EVA foam! This cheap versatile…
Introduction to Welding
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…
Journaling for Beginners: The How’s and Why’s
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesDo you have a hard time keeping organized? Do you find that your smartphone makes you feel dumb or distract you from what you need to do? Join Dominique for a Beginners Guide to Journaling. We will discuss the basics of how to journal, why you would want to, and work on the basics of the process. We will talk about the pros and cons of many different styles and methods of journaling, practice different techniques, and enjoy sharing ideas. Participants will leave with a selection of materials to facilitate their journaling experience and a beginners journal to practice in.
Welding Techniques
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…
DC865 Meeting At Knox Makers
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United States DC865 is a group for hackers, sysadmins, developers, and students to meet, create, and learn. A typically meeting may consist of a
presentation, workshop, or a CTF. Meetings are usually held the third Wednesday of the month, and are free and open to the public. Future
meetings will be announced here on the Knox Makers website, Twitter, and on their website (dc865.org).
Adult Arting – Infinite Spring
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesLearn how to create something beautiful by transforming disposable plastic bottles into flowers that won’t wilt. Bring one. Or several—pre-rinsed plastic bottles (I prefer 20+ oz. and 2-liter soda bottles. But water bottles also work.) Knox Makers will provide the tools. Let your imagination roll.
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.
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 and state of the art equipment. Things to know: You must be a U.S. Citizen (green cards are not accepted). Bring a compliant state driver's…
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 of KILLSWITCH will finally clash at the 2nd Annual Knox Makers KILLSWITCH Deathmatch! Bring your killer robot out and see how many other robots you…
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 presentation, Lightning Presenters will have 15-minutes to show off their projects. This opens up room to get more in-depth with your topic than is normally…
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 afterwards. Greg was a beloved member of KnoxMakers and he leaves behind quite an artistic legacy as well as 3 young children and a beautiful…
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 presentation, Lightning Presenters will have 15-minutes to show off their projects. This opens up room to get more in-depth with your topic than is normally…