Event Updates for October 2022

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Metalshop Safety Class

Time: Oct 13 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Host: Rustin Atkeisson
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-4992899
Price: 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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Brainstorming 101: Finding the light bulb moment

Time: Oct 18 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Host: Brett Headford
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-4998443
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $5.00
Ages: 16 and up

Different ways to create ideas, practical demonstrations and a step by step work through on an idea generated in class.
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Laser Cutting Basics

Time: Oct 29 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Host: Christian Kindel
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-4999561
Price: MakeICT Members - $20.00
Price: Non-Members - $25.00

This class will teach participants how to use the 80 watt CO2 laser cutters at MakeICT. We will be using the LightBurn software to create and cut a simple project.

Participants will learn the capabilities of the laser cutter, machine and material safety, and operation of the machine in Cartesian (flat) mode. All participants will complete a small project to practice running the machine.

Please bring a USB flash drive if you have one. Completion of this class grants the necessary authorization to use the laser cutter.
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ShopBot CNC Using Easel

Time: Oct 23 05:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Host: Doug Wilson
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-5001902
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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51

Letterpress Shop Safety Class

Time: Oct 26 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Host: David Springs
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-5005750
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $20.00
Ages: 12 to 131

Learn the basics of safely working in the Letterpress Shop in this safety class. We will cover basic safety in operating the Challenge Paper Shear. This is the minimum requirement for doing work in the Letterpress Shop, especially for cutting paper on the shear. We will also cover basic safety around the Heidelberg 10 x 15 Letterpress - however this class does NOT teach you how to produce work on the presses. Successful completion of this class will qualify you to work in the Letterpress Area, operate the Challenge Paper Shear, and operate the NuArc Flip-Top plate burner. And it will teach you how to work safely around the Heidelberg press. Expect to spend an hour in class, where you will have time to make a number of test cuts on the Paper Shear, and will learn to operate the NuArc. Please note that while this class does cover safety on the Heidelberg, it does not in itself qualify you to operate it.

Prerequisites: Please read the Letterpress Area tool access policy and safety requirements on the wiki page prior to coming to class. No special personal protective equipment (goggles, hearing protection, or any other) is required, but please keep long hair tied up.

Upon completion of the safety demonstration you can use the paper shear and plate burner for your projects whenever you work at MakeICT as a member!
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Letterpress Cleanup/Organization Day

Time: Oct 16 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Host: David Springs
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-5005894
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $0.00
Ages: 12 to 131

We'll be spending an hour or two getting the Letterpress Area ready for classes and member use. We'll be taking some equipment off the pallets that they're sitting on and moving them around, and doing some general organization. The area is small, and we have a lot of equipment, so we need to be well organized! All are welcome to come and chip in. You can register if you like, but if you missed registering, come on over and pitch in anyway!
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Zombie Wound Makeup

Time: Oct 21 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Host: Katie Conrad
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-4989323
Price: MakeICT Members - $5.00
Price: Non-Members - $10.00

A class where I teach you how to do zombie makeup using liquid latex, corn syrup, and dollar-store makeup.
I recommend wearing clothes that you donā€™t mind getting fake blood on.
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Watercolor Basics: Halloween Paintings

Time: Oct 21 07:15 PM - 09:00 PM
Host: Tyra Grace
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-4989303
Price: MakeICT Members - $10.00
Price: Non-Members - $15.00

This Watercolor Workshop will teach basic watercolor techniques while working on small painting projects for the Halloween Season. We will paint a Pumpkin and a Bat, (If thereā€™s time for additional paintings, then itā€™ll be freestyle.)
Please bring:
Yourself
Any supplies you have that youā€™d like to bring.
Iā€™ll have available:
Handmade watercolors
Watercolor paper
Brushes
Paper towels
Pencils with Erasers
Water containers |
63

Metalshop Safety Class

Time: Oct 25 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Host: Rustin Atkeisson
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-4992900
Price: 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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Wood Lathe Safety Authorization Class

Time: Oct 26 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Host: John Nicholas
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-5008229
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $20.00
Ages: 16 to 106
Required Authorizations: Woodshop

Plan on about 2 hours for the Lathe Safety Authorization Class. Much of the information will be covered quickly, with handouts for your use. Key pieces of safety will be hands on with examples to hold and examine, and an opportunity for you to use the tools on a workpiece to make some of the things we discuss.

Safety issues will include:

- Basic Lathe Checks before turning it on.
- PPE for Turning and safe clothing around spinning wood or other material
- An introduction to safe tool usage for Carbide Tools and Traditional Tools with basic information on sharpening.
- Introduction to Mounting Methods for safely attaching the workpiece to the Lathe.
- Wood Selection, considering safety and where the wood is from. We will address the MakeICT Hazardous Material Policy and the
implications for woodturning. This would include working with damaged wood, such as spalting, bark inclusions and worm holes.
Additional PPE considerations and products to address various damaged wood issues.
- We will touch on safety while sanding on the lathe.
- We will touch on safety and choices of finishing products for turned items.

A Test Out Form of this Authorization Class is available. (Expect Mid November)

Class size will vary based on the number of experienced SKW Members available to assist.

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

Woodshop Safety Authorization is Required
Woodshop Hazardous Materials Authorization is highly recommended..
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3D Printing Basics

Time: Oct 26 06:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Host: Christian Kindel
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-4999560
Price: 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 (~20cm^3) object to try out.

Completion of this class will grant authorization for using the 3D printers at MakeICT.
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Letterpress Shop Safety Class

Time: Oct 29 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Host: David Springs
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-5016392
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $20.00
Ages: 12 to 131

Learn the basics of safely working in the Letterpress Shop in this safety class. We will cover basic safety in operating the Challenge Paper Shear. This is the minimum requirement for doing work in the Letterpress Shop, especially for cutting paper on the shear. We will also cover basic safety around the Heidelberg 10 x 15 Letterpress - however this class does NOT teach you how to produce work on the presses. Successful completion of this class will qualify you to work in the Letterpress Area, operate the Challenge Paper Shear, and operate the NuArc Flip-Top plate burner. And it will teach you how to work safely around the Heidelberg press. Expect to spend an hour in class, where you will have time to make a number of test cuts on the Paper Shear, and will learn to operate the NuArc. Please note that while this class does cover safety on the Heidelberg, it does not in itself qualify you to operate it.

Prerequisites: Please read the Letterpress Area tool access policy and safety requirements on the wiki page prior to coming to class. No special personal protective equipment (goggles, hearing protection, or any other) is required, but please keep long hair tied up.

Upon completion of the safety demonstration you can use the paper shear and plate burner for your projects whenever you work at MakeICT as a member!
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70

Resin Coasters - Beginners Class (Day 1 of 2)

Time: Oct 27 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Host: Gena Profit
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-4989255
Price: MakeICT Members - $60.00
Price: Non-Members - $65.00
Ages: 18 and up

This class is for beginners and you will create and keep your creation. This class is two days long: Oct. 27 at 6:00 pm and Oct. 29 at 9:00 am (Two hours long the first day and one hour long on the second day.) Review this video before class: https://youtu.be/H7u2lvylzV8
Waivers will needed prior to each class. You will pay for whole class when you sign up for the first class.
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Resin Coasters - Beginners Class (Day 2 of 2)

Time: Oct 29 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Host: Gena Profit
Price: MakeICT Members - $60.00
Price: Non-Members - $65.00
Ages: 18 and up

This is the second day of the class.
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I really enjoyed the Resin/Epoxy class. Gena Profit did an exceptional job coaching us/me. I even really messed my project up and she took the time and expense to make it right. I think everyone taking the class enjoyed it too. The other students really showed some really great exhibits. I was jealous too. I can see myself setting up a table up in the garage to make more epoxy projects. 5 stars for Genaā€¦

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Since there are no registrants as of 10 am, and since Iā€™m a bit under the weather, Iā€™m going to go ahead and cancel the Letterpress safety class for today (Saturday, Oct 29).

Carry on.