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Laser Cutter Workshop
Laser Cutter Workshop
This 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…
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WordPress Monthly: Yoast SEO [All Users]
WordPress Monthly: Yoast SEO [All Users]
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…
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How Making and Makerspaces Promote Healthy Mindsets for Learning
How Making and Makerspaces Promote Healthy Mindsets for Learning
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,…
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Metal Casting Meet-up
Metal Casting Meet-up
Greg 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,…
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Welding Techniques Workshop
Welding Techniques Workshop
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…
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Loudon County Senior Center Tour
Loudon County Senior Center Tour
Loudon 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.
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Atari Punk Console Workshop
Atari Punk Console Workshop
In 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…
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New Member Onboarding
New Member Onboarding
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…
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Knox Area Robotics Club – Talk and Tinker
Knox Area Robotics Club – Talk and Tinker
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 promptly at 6:30PM, and the tinkering will start around 7:00PM. Knox Area Robotics…
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The Horror of Public Speaking – Open Hack Night – Public Welcome
The Horror of Public Speaking – Open Hack Night – Public Welcome
Does 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. Like all other…
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Video Production In House Meet-up
Video Production In House Meet-up
Let's see what we have, know and want to do... Members and probationary members are welcome to bring in or discuss equipment that you are willing to share, video production or props experience and persecutive projects.
Bring Your Own Blog! – WordPress Meetup
Bring Your Own Blog! – WordPress Meetup
WordPress is an open source platform for building websites. This event is the monthly 3rd Wednesday Meetup for the local WordPress Knoxville Meetup group. Bring your own blog! We will be looking through everyone's blogs for off-the-cuff advice and reviews. This is a great networking opportunity, and a casual way to get live feedback. This follows our…
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Leather Business Card Workshop
Leather Business Card Workshop
RJ will teach beginning leather working techniques and while using the tools of the craft. You will walk away with basic knowledge of leather skills to build on and a customized leather business card holder to fit on your belt. This class is open to the public and is limited to 6 attendees. Class prices…
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Embroidery Machine Workshop
Embroidery Machine Workshop
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…
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March Board Meeting
March 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.
Geekster Egg Decorating Party & Game Night
Geekster Egg Decorating Party & Game Night
Come out to Knox Makers for a night of board games and geeky Easter egg decorating! Eggs and craft supplies will be available. Donations of snacks gladly accepted. Feel free to bring your favorite board game or special supplies if you have a certain egg masterpiece you'd like to make! This event is open to…