Event updates for October 2022
Woodturning: Maker Monday Edition
Time: Oct 10 06:30 PM - 08:30 PMHost: John Nicholas
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-4950882
Price: MakeICT Members - $10.00
Price: Non-Members - $15.00
Ages: 12 to 100
Makers should make things on Maker Monday. Turn something simple to find out what woodturning is about.
We will have several experienced woodturners, Members of South Kansas Woodturners, available. This week we will turn Part 1 of a Goblet. The outside. The Goblet is time honored turning project for newer turners. It combines several techniques. This project will take two sessions. The Maker Monday Sessions in August and September will be devoted to students turning either Part I or Part II of turning a goblet.
We wear Protective Face Shields (Safety) when turning. Dust or Cloth Masks are optional.
Kid Friendly, requires Parent with those under 16.
Woodturning: Maker Monday Edition
Time: Oct 24 06:30 PM - 08:30 PMHost: John Nicholas
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-4950883
Price: MakeICT Members - $10.00
Price: Non-Members - $15.00
Ages: 12 to 100
Makers should make things on Maker Monday. Turn something simple to find out what woodturning is about.
We will have several experienced woodturners, Members of South Kansas Woodturners, available. This week we will turn Part 1 of a Goblet. The outside. The Goblet is time honored turning project for newer turners. It combines several techniques. This project will take two sessions. The Maker Monday Sessions in August and September will be devoted to students turning either Part I or Part II of turning a goblet.
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 qualify for Level 1 Lathe Authorization.
South Kansas Woodturners Regular Meeting
Time: Oct 15 08:30 AM - 11:30 AMHost: John Nicholas
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-4956749
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $0.00
Ages: 10 and up
Monthly Meeting for SKW, Interested Make ICT Members and visitors are welcome. The Demonstration will be in the Lathe area. . We always have a Show and Tell about recent turnings. We learn from each other. We learn from our failures and our successes. Scheduled for 8:30 Come early to meet and greet other woodturners, The Meeting will start at 9:00 am
In the woodshop at the lathe we wear faceshields and my wear cloth or dust masks.
Wood Turning Classes Scheduled Separately
Make a Musical Instrument: The Tongue Drum
Time: Oct 03 06:00 PM - 08:00 PMHost: Doug Wilson
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-4969340
Price: MakeICT Members - $32.00
Price: Non-Members - $37.00
Required Authorizations: Woodshop
Make a musical wooden instrument from a box! In this class, you'll learn how to construct a box using butt joints and rabbets, as well as general use for the planer, table saw, and scroll saw. Sides will be constructed from walnut, cherry, or maple, and the top will be made from padauk. Participants will also be shown how to roughly tune their drums.
Advanced Welding (TIG)
Time: Oct 01 12:00 PM - 02:00 PMHost: John Miranda Jr.
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-4981609
Price: MakeICT Members - $25.00
Price: Non-Members - $30.00
Ages: 16 and up
Required Authorizations: Metalshop, Mig welding
Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding, is an arc welding process that uses a tungsten electrode to produce a weld. Come to MakeICT to learn how. Participants will become familiar with the TIG Welder and will learn set up, safety, and correct operation while welding steel. MIG Welding authorization in the metal shop is required .
House plant tips & tricks
Time: Oct 08 08:00 AM - 09:00 AMHost: Ben Crossette
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-4981616
Price: MakeICT Members - $5.00
Price: Non-Members - $10.00
Ages: 1 to 99
This will be more of a basics class on primarily house plants. And some tips and tricks on how to grow and care for your chlorophyl babies.
We’ll cover slightly in depth 1 -2 plants per class.
There will be a 30 minute lesson, followed by a period for questions and discussion.
There will be an additional 5$ fee at the end of the class if you wish to take home the plant/ propagation that you’ll be working with (while supplies last)
Member Orientation
Time: Oct 08 02:30 PM - 05:00 PMHost: JaiPal Chauhan
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-4981837
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Member Orientation sessions exist to familiarize our new members with the building and the organization. To qualify for this session, you must fit the following requirements:
- Membership profile completed and approved
- Waiver Signed
- Payments are all current
- Have completed at least one Class (Authorization or General classes accepted)
This session will including a short slideshow about MakeICT and then an in-depth tour of the facility. Members will also sit down with a number of leadership and peer members for a brief discussion to allow us to get to know you. At the end of this session, you will get your key to the building so that you can come and go as you please.
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Member Orientation
Time: Oct 18 06:00 PM - 08:30 PMHost: JaiPal Chauhan
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-4981839
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Member Orientation sessions exist to familiarize our new members with the building and the organization. To qualify for this session, you must fit the following requirements:
- Membership profile completed and approved
- Waiver Signed
- Payments are all current
- Have completed at least one Class (Authorization or General classes accepted)
This session will including a short slideshow about MakeICT and then an in-depth tour of the facility. Members will also sit down with a number of leadership and peer members for a brief discussion to allow us to get to know you. At the end of this session, you will get your key to the building so that you can come and go as you please.
https://makeict.wildapricot.org/Sys/Login
Maker Monday
Time: Oct 10 07:00 PM - 08:30 PMHost: Membership Committee
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-4981840
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $0.00
Maker Monday is our open house event.
It’s a great way to experience the makerspace and the maker culture in person. Come tour our shops and see our brand new facility at 5920 E. Mt. Vernon. You’ll learn all about our makerspace, tools, policies, people, and how we operate.
Our tours are free and open to the public. While you are welcome to just show up, we prefer that you register in advance so we have enough members on hand to assist with our tours. Sessions are at 7 and 7:30.
If you wish to begin your membership at Maker Monday we will have members here to sign you up.
You are welcome to hang out and chat after your tour. There’s always something interesting going on at Maker Monday!
To contact our onboarding team to arrange a tour outside the normal ones on Maker Mondays or general questions about joining, send an email to onboarding@makeict.org.
Maker Monday
Time: Oct 24 07:00 PM - 08:30 PMHost: Membership Committee
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-4981841
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $0.00
Maker Monday is our open house event.
It’s a great way to experience the makerspace and the maker culture in person. Come tour our shops and see our brand new facility at 5920 E. Mt. Vernon. You’ll learn all about our makerspace, tools, policies, people, and how we operate.
Our tours are free and open to the public. While you are welcome to just show up, we prefer that you register in advance so we have enough members on hand to assist with our tours. Sessions are at 7 and 7:30.
If you wish to begin your membership at Maker Monday we will have members here to sign you up.
You are welcome to hang out and chat after your tour. There’s always something interesting going on at Maker Monday!
To contact our onboarding team to arrange a tour outside the normal ones on Maker Mondays or general questions about joining, send an email to onboarding@makeict.org.
Woodshop Authorization
Time: Oct 06 06:00 PM - 09:00 PMHost: Aaron Rivers
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-4989131
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $20.00
Ages: 16 to 99
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 at least two hours 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): • Mandatory: Closed-toed shoes, eye protection, short sleeves • 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!
ShopBot CNC Using Easel
Time: Oct 16 05:00 PM - 08:00 PMHost: Doug Wilson
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-4990914
Price: MakeICT Members - $25.00
Price: Non-Members - $30.00
Ages: 16 and up
Required Authorizations: Woodshop
This class is for those interested in using the CNC ShopBot in the woodshop. During the class, students will design a wooden ring on Easel.com and carve out said ring on the ShopBot. Carving on the ShopBot is quick and accurate, so each person will have the chance to operate the ShopBot themselves and take home a small token of their hard work.
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One-Color Screen Printing
Time: Oct 19 06:00 PM - 08:00 PMHost: Doug Wilson
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-4990925
Price: MakeICT Members - $20.00
Price: Non-Members - $25.00
Ages: 10 and up
This class will focus on the basics of screen-printing; from choosing a design, exposing a screen, washing out the stencil, and applying the ink to paper. Participants will get the opportunity to practice good screen printing technique by helping to produce a run of 50 wall-worthy prints.
We'll also answer any curiosities you might have regarding multi-color printing, printing on cloth, and obtaining and using other people's artwork.
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Garden Planning Meeting
Time: Oct 07 06:00 PM - 08:00 PMHost: Sean Sandefur
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-4991842
Ages: 10 and up
The garden committee is meeting with the Sedgwick county extension office to discuss plans for the 2023 growing season.
The discussion will be focused primarily on the gardens at MakeICT.
Anyone is welcome to attend.
Hi Doug, i will register as soon as I get woodshop authorization this week!
Metal Lathe Basics
Time: Oct 12 07:00 PM - 08:30 PMHost: Rustin Atkeisson
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-4992896
Price: MakeICT Members - $19.00
Price: Non-Members - $24.00
Ages: 16 and up
Required Authorizations: Metalshop
Metal Lathe Basics will cover the basic parts of the metal lathe while also going thru the proper use and operation of the Craftsman and Logan metal lathes.
The end project will include basic operations such as facing and parting as well as knurling and adding internal threading.
Safety glasses are required.
Manual Milling Basics
Time: Oct 15 12:00 PM - 02:30 PMHost: Rustin Atkeisson
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-4992898
Price: MakeICT Members - $24.00
Price: Non-Members - $29.00
Ages: 16 and up
Required Authorizations: Metalshop
Manual Mill Basics will cover the basic parts of a manual mill while also going thru proper use and operation of the EMCO manual mill.
The end project will include basic operations such as facing, squaring, drilling, and counter boring.
Safety glasses are required.
Metalshop Safety must be completed before signing up for this class.