Event Updates for November 2025

Laser Cutting Basics

Time: Nov 17 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Host: Kim Burton
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6393619
Price: 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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Ceramics - Wheel Throwing Fundamentals Day 4 of 4

Time: Nov 18 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Host: Ed Hill
Ages: 16 and up

Prerequisite: Day 1 attendance & participation
See Day 1 for Course description and registration link

Introduction to Stained Glass Custom Class - Placeholder

Time: Nov 15 03:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Host: Timothy York
Price: MakeICT Members - $60.00
Price: Non-Members - $65.00
Ages: 16 and up

Custom Class Placeholder - Small class by appointment only
Please do not hold any other classes during this time slot; individuals using the Makerspace are requested to not interrupt or interfere with instruction being given.

Session 1 – 4 -- Custom Schedule in three-hour blocks
Topics covered:
I. Class overview
II. Brief history of stained glass and its manufacture
III. Safety in the work area and tools
IV. Design overview and special techniques with limited exposure to bevels and jewels
V. Cutting, forming, foiling, and soldering for Beginning project
VI. Beginning project finishing including chemical conversion/aging (patina)
VII. Hanging and/or mounting
VIII. Jigging and fixturing for production
IX. Additional requirements for individual projects
X. Show individual project
XI. Lessons learned table discussion
XII. Overview of other techniques and class offerings

This is the complete course. Satisfactory completion will authorize the student to utilize the Stained Glass Area without supervision. Please be punctual.. Thank you!

Introduction to Stained Glass Custom Class - Placeholder

Time: Nov 22 03:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Host: Timothy York
Price: MakeICT Members - $60.00
Price: Non-Members - $65.00
Ages: 16 and up

Custom Class Placeholder - Small class by appointment only
Please do not hold any other classes during this time slot; individuals using the Makerspace are requested to not interrupt or interfere with instruction being given.

Session 1 – 4 -- Custom Schedule in three-hour blocks
Topics covered:
I. Class overview
II. Brief history of stained glass and its manufacture
III. Safety in the work area and tools
IV. Design overview and special techniques with limited exposure to bevels and jewels
V. Cutting, forming, foiling, and soldering for Beginning project
VI. Beginning project finishing including chemical conversion/aging (patina)
VII. Hanging and/or mounting
VIII. Jigging and fixturing for production
IX. Additional requirements for individual projects
X. Show individual project
XI. Lessons learned table discussion
XII. Overview of other techniques and class offerings

This is the complete course. Satisfactory completion will authorize the student to utilize the Stained Glass Area without supervision. Please be punctual.. Thank you!

Introduction to Stained Glass Custom Class - Placeholder

Time: Nov 29 03:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Host: Timothy York
Price: MakeICT Members - $60.00
Price: Non-Members - $65.00
Ages: 16 and up

Custom Class Placeholder - Small class by appointment only
Please do not hold any other classes during this time slot; individuals using the Makerspace are requested to not interrupt or interfere with instruction being given.

Session 1 – 4 -- Custom Schedule in three-hour blocks
Topics covered:
I. Class overview
II. Brief history of stained glass and its manufacture
III. Safety in the work area and tools
IV. Design overview and special techniques with limited exposure to bevels and jewels
V. Cutting, forming, foiling, and soldering for Beginning project
VI. Beginning project finishing including chemical conversion/aging (patina)
VII. Hanging and/or mounting
VIII. Jigging and fixturing for production
IX. Additional requirements for individual projects
X. Show individual project
XI. Lessons learned table discussion
XII. Overview of other techniques and class offerings

This is the complete course. Satisfactory completion will authorize the student to utilize the Stained Glass Area without supervision. Please be punctual.. Thank you!

Woodshop Safety Class

Time: Nov 08 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Host: Matthew Cleary
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6421129
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $20.00

Learn the basics to safely operate the major woodshop tools in this safety class, including understanding the limitations of each tool, the forces created when using the tool and how to maintain safe control for improved performance. Tools covered: SawStop table saw, drill press, band saw, router table, jointer, planer, miter saw, oscillating spindle and belt/disk sanders and scroll saw. Expect around an hour of walkthrough with our tools and equipment, followed by an OPTIONAL hour of hands-on practice with the tools aimed at those who have little or no practice with woodworking tools.

Prerequisites: Please read the woodshop tool access policy and safety requirements on the wiki page prior to coming to class. Safety Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): β€’ Mandatory: Closed-toed shoes, eye protection, short sleeves β€’ Advisable: Hearing protection.

Upon completion of the safety demonstration, you can use this woodshop equipment for your projects whenever you work at MakeICT as a member!
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Ceramics - Area Authorization

Time: Nov 17 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Host: Tony Reid
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6426343
Ages: 16 and up

Prerequisite: None
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Two-way Radio Operating Session

Time: Nov 10 05:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Host: Joe Pajor KB0KFH
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6429568
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $0.00
Ages: 16 to 100

Two-way Radio Operating Sessions are an opportunity for licensed amateur radio operators to operate KS0ICT the club station of the MakeICT Amateur Radio Club of the Two-way Radio Committee of MakeICT. Those who are not yet licensed can attend and get on the air with a licensed operator as the control operator to guide you.

These sessions usually include Maker Mondays to support the facility tour of those events.
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Two-way Radio Operating Session

Time: Nov 24 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Host: Joe Pajor KB0KFH
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6429569
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $0.00
Ages: 16 to 100

Two-way Radio Operating Sessions are an opportunity for licensed amateur radio operators to operate KS0ICT the club station of the MakeICT Amateur Radio Club of the Two-way Radio Committee of MakeICT. Those who are not yet licensed can attend and get on the air with a licensed operator as the control operator to guide you.

These sessions usually include Maker Mondays to support the facility tour of those events.
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Intermediate 3D Printing

Time: Nov 20 07:15 PM - 09:15 PM
Host: Paul Shackelford
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6429770
Price: MakeICT Members - $25.00
Price: Non-Members - $30.00
Ages: 10 and up

This class assumes you know the basics of 3D Printers and can use the Prusa models at the space with minimal guidance. Please register for the basics class if you are unsure.

This class will move beyond the basics, and cover items such as:

- Mid-print filament swaps (the poor-man’s AMS/MMU)
- PrusaSlicer modifiers (particularly negative space)
- Stopping mid-print to place things in a print
- Playing with SVGs to emboss, deboss

...and possibly a demonstration of vase mode.

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.
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Ceramics - Hand Building - Make a Mug

Time: Nov 08 06:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Host: Jennifer Cabala
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6420383
Price: MakeICT Members - $45.00
Price: Non-Members - $50.00
Ages: 12 and up

In this hands on pottery class you will make a mug using the slab building method. This will be a 2 session class, unless you elect to have the instructor glaze your piece.

During the first session, you will construct a darted style mug. Together, we'll explore various decorating techniques including carving, texturing, or adding embellishments to your mug.

The 2nd session (glazing) will be held on specified Friday evenings and Sunday afternoons. These are informal sessions available within a 2 hour timeframe. You are free to attend the glazing session that works best with your schedule.

After the first session, your piece will remain in the studio to dry (about 4 -5 days) and then bisque fired. Once bisque is complete, it will be ready to glaze. I'll send notification when your piece is ready to glaze and provide the glaze session schedule at that time. If you choose to have me glaze, your finished creations will be ready for pickup in approximately 4 - 6 weeks, depending on drying time and kiln schedules. I'll notify you as soon as your items are ready.

All materials - including clay, tools, glaze, and underglaze are included in the class price.

Ceramics-Slip Casting Basics

Time: Nov 20 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Host: Victoria Hammersley
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6426336
Price: MakeICT Members - $20.00
Price: Non-Members - $25.00

In this class, we will go over the basics of slip casting.
-Finding the specific gravity of your slip and how to correct it
-How to clean the molds
-Different ways to remove the cast from the mold
-Different ways to clean the cast once it is out of the mold.
-Once your object has been cleaned to your liking, it will be left on the shelf to dry.

If everything goes according to plan, you will finish the class with a finished piece.

*Slip and tools will be provided for the class.
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Spring Renaissance Fair Planning Session

Time: Nov 18 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Host: Directors
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6440048
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $0.00
Ages: 16 to 100

MakeICT has a booth at every fair, twice a year, so we need to plan carefully for how it will be set up, what's in it, who's responsible for what, etc.

We also need ideas and volunteers to make those ideas into realities, so show up and be part of one of the biggest, coolest things you can do at MakeICT!

Ceramics - Hand Building - Make a Christmas Tree

Time: Nov 22 06:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Host: Jennifer Cabala
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6441084
Price: MakeICT Members - $45.00
Price: Non-Members - $50.00
Ages: 12 and up

In this hands on pottery class you will make a Christmas tree using the slab building method. This will be a 2 session class, unless you elect to have the instructor glaze your piece.

During the first session, you will construct a small Christmas tree. Together, we'll explore various decorating techniques including carving, texturing, or adding embellishments to your tree.

The 2nd session (glazing) will be held on specified Friday evenings and Sunday afternoons. These are informal sessions available within a 2 hour timeframe. You are free to attend the glazing session that works best with your schedule.

After the first session, your piece will remain in the studio to dry (about 4 -5 days) and then bisque fired. Once bisque is complete, it will be ready to glaze. I'll send notification when your piece is ready to glaze and provide the glaze session schedule at that time. If you choose to have me glaze, your finished creations will be ready for pickup in approximately 4 - 6 weeks, depending on drying time and kiln schedules. I'll notify you as soon as your items are ready.

All materials - including clay, tools, glaze, and underglaze are included in the class price.

Jewelry Lab Authorization

Time: Nov 28 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Host: Ted McMullen
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6447815
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $5.00

Get acquainted with the tools used in the Jewelry Lab,
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Woodturning: Maker Monday Edition

Time: Nov 24 06:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Host: Shawn Neumann
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6443070
Price: MakeICT Members - $15.00
Price: Non-Members - $20.00
Ages: 12 to 100

Makers should make things on Maker Monday. Turn something simple to find out what woodturning is about.

This class is taught by members of South Kansas Woodturners. This week we will turn a Christmas ornament that you can take home with you to show your friends and family. Join Shawn Neumann, member of SKW.

Class fees cover everything needed (wood blanks, necessary tools, and instruction).

We wear Protective Face Shields (Safety) when turning. Dust or Cloth Masks are optional.

Kid Friendly, requires Parent with those under 16.

This exploring Woodturning Class does not require Woodshop Safety or Lathe Authorization.
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