Electronics Meetup
Time: Apr 06 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Host: Kim Kirwan
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6108364Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $0.00
Ages: 10 and up
Electronics Meetup - Sundays 3pm-5pm. Come and meet other people also interested in electronics. Bring your projects! Bring your questions!
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Electronics Meetup
Time: Apr 13 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Host: Kim Kirwan
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6108365Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $0.00
Ages: 10 and up
Electronics Meetup - Sundays 3pm-5pm. Come and meet other people also interested in electronics. Bring your projects! Bring your questions!
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Electronics Meetup
Time: Apr 20 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Host: Kim Kirwan
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6108366Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $0.00
Ages: 10 and up
Electronics Meetup - Sundays 3pm-5pm. Come and meet other people also interested in electronics. Bring your projects! Bring your questions!
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Electronics Meetup
Time: Apr 27 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Host: Kim Kirwan
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6108374Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $0.00
Ages: 10 and up
Electronics Meetup - Sundays 3pm-5pm. Come and meet other people also interested in electronics. Bring your projects! Bring your questions!
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Laser Cutting Basics
Time: Apr 01 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Host: Kim Burton
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6118604Price: MakeICT Members - $20.00
Price: Non-Members - $25.00
Ages: 12 and up
Learn to use the 80 watt CO2 laser cutters at MakeICT. We will discuss the capabilities of the machines, safety rules, and operation in flat mode. Participants will complete a small project using Inkscape and LightBurn software.
Intermediate computer proficiency is recommended. Users should be comfortable with web browsing, Windows file folder navigation, copy and paste shortcut keys, and mouse operation.
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Gallery Show
Time: Apr 07 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Host: gallery
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $0.00
Ages: 3 and up
Doug Tripp will be showing his works at the MakeICT Gallery
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Gallery Show
Time: Apr 14 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Host: Gallery
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $0.00
Ages: 3 and up
Doug Tripp a local artist will be showing his works in the MakeICT Hallway Gallery
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Stained Glass Open Lab
Time: Apr 14 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Host: Timothy York and/or Kayla Drybread
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $0.00
Ages: 16 and up
Open Lab time for authorized Glaziers. Instructor will be available if individual help is required.
Also, if you are an experienced Glazier and want access to the tools and glass without taking the Introduction to Stained Glass course, authorizations may be performed during open lab times. Instructor will cover safety requirements, tool usage, and a skills assessment for a particular skill level. Successful completion of an authorization will add the Glazier to the authorized user list.
Use of tools and/or materials without proper authorization is prohibited.
Stained Glass Open Lab
Time: Apr 28 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Host: Timothy York and/or Kayla Drybread
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $0.00
Ages: 16 and up
Open Lab time for authorized Glaziers. Instructor will be available if individual help is required.
Also, if you are an experienced Glazier and want access to the tools and glass without taking the Introduction to Stained Glass course, authorizations may be performed during open lab times. Instructor will cover safety requirements, tool usage, and a skills assessment for a particular skill level. Successful completion of an authorization will add the Glazier to the authorized user list.
Use of tools and/or materials without proper authorization is prohibited.
Two-way Radio Operating Session
Time: Apr 28 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Host: Joe Pajor
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6130267Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $0.00
Ages: 18 and up
This operating session will allow Committee members and others to set up and demonstrate two-way radio in action.
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Gallery Show
Time: Apr 22 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Host: showroom
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $0.00
Ages: 3 and up
Doug Tripp will be showing his Art
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Metalshop Safety Class
Time: Apr 05 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Host: Jim Brath & Rustin Atkeisson
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6134098Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $20.00
Ages: 16 and up
The Metalshop Safety Class will cover basic safety for working in both the Hot room and Cold room for the Metalshop at MakeICT, as well as some basic expectations. The following tools will be covered :
Pipe bender
Tubing roller
Metal shear
Large and small sheet metal brakes
Drill press
Hand grinders
Horizontal band saw
Vertical band saw
Chop Saw
Other equipment not listed may require further authorization. This class is required before taking most other metalworking classes or workshops.
Safety glasses are available but we recommend bringing your own if you can.
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How to teach a Class Class
Time: Apr 17 06:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Host: LaDeana Dockery
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6134139Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $0.00
Class for people wanting to teach a class at MakeICT. We learn how to propose a class, how to check in students, how to use the projector and answer any other questions you might have!
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Renaissance Fair
Time: Apr 12 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Host: Renaissance Fair
Hail and well met! Join us for the Annual Spring Great Plains Renaissance Festival, April 12th & 13th, 2025. There’ll be jousts and jests, knights and knaves, bagpipes and blacksmiths, fire breathers, pirates, fairies, and more! Come one, come all to the Great Plains Renaissance Festival! HUZZAH!
Renaissance Fair
Time: Apr 13 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Host: Renaissance Fair
Hail and well met! Join us for the Annual Spring Great Plains Renaissance Festival, April 12th & 13th, 2025. There’ll be jousts and jests, knights and knaves, bagpipes and blacksmiths, fire breathers, pirates, fairies, and more! Come one, come all to the Great Plains Renaissance Festival! HUZZAH!
All-MakeICT Clean Up Day
Time: Apr 05 12:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Host: Directors
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $0.00
Ages: 3 and up
The Rotary Club will be visiting for lunch, a presentation, and tour on April 7th. We'd like to have the place looking sparkling to welcome them, and also it's just been a while since we've had a clean up day!
So please join us in beautifying the place. Cleaning supplies are provided, but you're welcome to bring your own if you have an awesome mop or a super cool toilet brush that you'd like to use instead.
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3D Printing Basics
Time: Apr 09 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Host: Paul Shackelford
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6138257Price: MakeICT Members - $20.00
Price: Non-Members - $25.00
Ages: 12 and up
Learn the basics of 3D printing and how to use the printers at MakeICT!
We'll cover how 3D printing works, materials used in 3D printing, importing 3D files into slicer software, and important techniques for successful printing. Each participant will get a chance to practice with the software and print a small object to take home. Sample models will be provided, but participants may also bring in an STL file of a small (~3cm
3) object to try out.
Completion of this class will grant authorization for using the 3D printers at MakeICT.
Please bring your own laptop if you have one, with the latest version of PrusaSlicer installed (https://www.prusa3d.com/page/prusaslicer_424/). Limited laptops are also available at MakeICT.
Intro to Chess
Time: Apr 19 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Host: Josh Soutiere
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6136202Price: MakeICT Members - $25.00
Price: Non-Members - $30.00
Ages: 8 and up
Intro to Chess Class: Master the Basics
Learn the fundamentals of chess in a fun, beginner-friendly environment! This class covers the rules of the game, how each piece moves, basic strategies, and common tactics. Whether you're brand new or just looking to sharpen your skills, you'll build confidence and develop a solid foundation to enjoy and grow in the game of chess. Perfect for all ages!
Intermediate Chess Class: Tactics, Middlegame, and Endgame Strategies
Time: Apr 19 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Host: Josh Soutiere
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6136205Price: MakeICT Members - $30.00
Price: Non-Members - $35.00
Ages: 8 and up
Intermediate Chess Class: Tactics, Middlegame, and Endgame Strategies
Take your chess skills to the next level with this intermediate class focused on sharpening your tactical vision and strategic thinking. You'll dive into essential tactics like forks, pins, and skewers, explore key middlegame principles such as piece activity and pawn structure, and learn practical endgame techniques to confidently convert advantages into wins. Ideal for players who understand the rules and basic gameplay and are ready to deepen their understanding and improve their performance.
Extra Class Amateur Radio License Course
Time: Apr 26 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Host: Randy Reynard
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6110191Price: MakeICT Members - $45.00
Price: Non-Members - $50.00
MakeICT Extra Class Amateur Radio Operator License course.
This is the highest level Amateur Radio license for those who already have their General Class license (or want a deeper dive - even if you don't intend to test for the license.)
There will be a total of 25 classroom hours plus the testing.
There will be 4 sessions to the class, each one is unique and to get the most out of the course students should attend all 4:
Session 1: 4/26 8AM-5PM with an hour break for lunch (8 Hours)
Session 2: 4/27 12-5PM (5 Hours)
Sessions 3: 5/3 8AM-5PM with an hour break for lunch (8 Hours)
Session 4: 5/4 12-5PM (5 Hours)
Testing: 5/4 6-8 PM
Students will purchase their own course book. It is: the "Ham Radio School Extra Class License Course"
https://tinyurl.com/mr3p5fbu
for more information e-mail: randy.reynard@makeict.org
Register for THIS session only - all others will be scheduled for you.