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Intro to Machining
Intro to Machining
Billy 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,…
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Open House – First Friday Event
Open House – First Friday Event
Knox Makers will be hosting an Open House in conjunction with our neighbors ETTAC and their art open house and performance of "Let's Hear it for the Queen". Come by any time that evening to check out our makerspace downstairs and also view art by local artists upstairs for this First Friday event. Directions- Knox…
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Milling 101 – Bridgeport Mill Tool Authorization
Milling 101 – Bridgeport Mill Tool Authorization
In this class you will receive basic hands on experience in operating a Bridgeport Series I J-Head milling machine. During this 3 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.
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Intro to Sewing – Workshop Apron
Intro to Sewing – Workshop Apron
You must purchase a ticket for this event. https://knoxmakers.org/event/intro-to-sewing-workshop-apron/ This is a class for the makers out there who want a customized shop apron. We'll start by making the bib, hips and length just right for you. Straps can be wide or narrow, around the neck or cross in the back. To secure at the waist…
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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 stay and put their new knowledge to the test. There is some loaner equipment, but if you have your own welding gear, you are encouraged to bring it to this workshop.
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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 prompty at 6:30PM, and the tinkering will start around 7:00PM.
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Adult Arting
Adult Arting
Tonight's class will be with Laurie. You will create a hand sewn 8 inch fleece Monster Made with Love. You will learn the basics of sewing with a self-love twist. This class is for both beginners and master sewers, because we all need to learn how to embrace what makes us special and different.
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Beginning Quilting – Free Style String Quilt
Beginning Quilting – Free Style String Quilt
We're going scrappy for the first block. Lots of options here; alternating light and dark, or floral and stripe fabrics. Use a pattern guide or go totally freeform as shown in the class picture. There's no right or wrong - just personal preference. We will construct one 16x16 (4-8x8s) quilt block that you can frame…
Milling 101 – Bridgeport Mill Tool Authorization
Milling 101 – Bridgeport Mill Tool Authorization
** 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 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.
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Lightning Talks – Open Hack Night – Public Welcome
Lightning Talks – Open Hack Night – Public Welcome
Lightning 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…
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DC865 Meeting At Knox Makers
DC865 Meeting At Knox Makers
DEFCON865, a local computer security group, is going to begin meeting at Knox Makers on the 3rd Wednesdays of the month.
This month’s meeting for DC865 will be a continuation of our DFIR series. Joe will be going over the basics of Filesystem Forensics.
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Adult Arting
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! Tonight's class will be…
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Picture Framing Made Simple
Picture Framing Made Simple
A program designed to allow the making of a simple yet unusual picture frame through the use of a standard table saw.
Enough material will be provided for ONE 8x10 picture frame for each individual.
Space Day
Space Day
Once a month we will dedicate a day to Knox Maker community projects. Working on a something that takes more that a few hands, tackling the huge elephant that is cluttering up the room or just making the place sparkle a little bit more. This is a great chance to make your mark on the…
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Pablo Authorization 101: Basic Operation of the KM Drawing Machine
Pablo Authorization 101: Basic Operation of the KM Drawing Machine
You must purchase a ticket to attend this class. There will be ten spaces available. https://knoxmakers.org/event/pablo-authorization-101-basic-operation-of-the-km-drawing-machine/ Pablo the Polargraph Drawing Bot is a group build by members of Knox Makers and other community volunteers. In this hands-on workshop, we will run through how to set up Pablo's pieces, hook up Pablo's pieces together, and how to…
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Monsters Made with Love – Fleece Monster
Monsters Made with Love – Fleece Monster
Laurie 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 toy, teenagers can create an expression of their personality and adults will enjoy honing their hand sewing and crafting skills in an inventive way. This…
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Introduction to Welding
Introduction to Welding
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 are encouraged to bring it to this workshop. This class is a prerequisite for any future welding workshops.
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Knox Makers Game Night
Knox Makers Game Night
Join us at Knox Makers for a board game celebration night! All are invited to attend.
We'll have snacks, board games, and good company in abundance!