Event Updates for October 2025

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Technician Class (Ham Radio) [2 of 2] [REGISTER FOR THIS CLASS THE PREVIOUS DAY]

Time: Oct 12 08:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Host: Randy Reynard
Price: MakeICT Members - $30.00
Price: Non-Members - $35.00
Ages: 12 and up

This is the SECOND of TWO Sessions required for this class. REGISTER FOR THIS CLASS the first day (10/11)

Sunday 10/12- Class will start at 8AM and run to 4PM

License testing will be available after the conclusion of class on Sunday - expect it to be from 5-6 PM
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Technician Class (Ham Radio) [1 of 2]

Time: Oct 11 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Host: Randy Reynard
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6269630
Price: MakeICT Members - $30.00
Price: Non-Members - $35.00
Ages: 12 and up

The class will be taught by FCC licensed amateur radio operators. The lead instructor is a registered ARRL License Instructor and an accredited Volunteer Examiner (VE) with the Laurel VEC. All the instructors are members of the Wichita Amateur Radio Club.
This class will introduce participants to what amateur radio is and how to become a licensed amateur radio operator. The role of making as it applies to ham radio will also be explored. The class will be very interactive to help ensure that participants leave with the information they need to pursue this fascinating and educational hobby. We will also discuss how a class to help prepare for taking the licensing exam can help with passing and knowing more about what you will do once licensed.
We will discuss plans for an amateur radio station at MakeICT in the Electronics and Rapid Prototyping Lab and will tour the Lab to explain how it will be integrated.

This Weekend Series of two classes (8AM - 5PM Saturday, 8PM-4PM Sunday) will cover the material on the entry level (Technician) amateur (ham) radio examination. Students will purchase a textbook that the classes follow. The textbook is “Ham Radio School Technician License Course 2022-2026” and it includes online resources that support the text and classes. Students will purchase the book from Amazon. At the end of the Ssunday Class, a no-cost test session will be offered.

The class schedule is:

Saturday 10/11 - Class will start at 8AM and run to 5PM with a lunch break, Non-MakeIct Members will need to be 15-20 minutes early to sign in.
Sunday 10/12 - Class will start at 8AM and run to 4PM

License testing will be available after the conclusion of class on Sunday - expect it to be from 5-6PM
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General Class Amateur Radio License Course

Time: Oct 25 08:00 AM - 05:30 PM
Host: Randy Reynard
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6276774
Price: MakeICT Members - $35.00
Price: Non-Members - $40.00
Ages: 12 and up

This is the most useful of the Amateur Radio License levels. It gives the holder of the license access to all of the available amateur radio bands. You must already hold the "Technician Class" license (that course is being taught at MakeICT earlier in October).

This course is being taught by a Registered Amateur Radio instructor and is another in the series of very successful "Ham" classes taught at Make ICT.

The class will be held on Saturday and Sunday, both days will be required to complete the class and they will be from 8AM to 5:30PM on Saturday and 8AM to 4PM on Sunday with testing tentatively scheduled after the completion of the class.

Students will need to purchase their own book and should do so at least a week before the start of the class - it can be found on Amazon at: https://tinyurl.com/2s7xm9vw

There is no Morse Code requirement for any amateur radio license.
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Introduction to Stained Glass Session 1 of 4

Time: Oct 07 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Host: Marrisa Ray
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6303177
Price: MakeICT Members - $60.00
Price: Non-Members - $65.00
Ages: 16 and up

Session 1 of 4

Introduction to designing and building stained glass art projects. Students will learn fundamental safety for handling glass and the basics of designing, cutting, foiling, soldering, framing, and hanging Tiffany style glass art. Flat work, 3-D build, special techniques and finishing will be explored.

Tools available in the glass work area will include basic glass shaping hand tools, grinders, and soldering irons. Lessons will be a combination of lecture and hands-on training. Lab time will be scheduled in addition to the sessions as optional work periods, but are highly recommended for individual and small group learning of specific topics. A beginning project (including materials) will be given to each participant during the initial session, with an additional individual project of the student’s choice, to be completed by the end of the three session class. Materials for the individual project are the responsibility of the class participants. Special pricing or considerations from local sources for materials and tools may be available; check with the instructor for details.

Course fee covers all sessions of the course.


Restrictions:
Due to the nature of the medium and processes being used, no one under the age of sixteen years of age will be allowed in the glass work area without PRIOR approval of the instructor.

Prerequisite: None

Instructor availability:
Typically 30 minutes prior to class session, as well as additional lab hours as published. Additional individual time by specific arrangement only.

Session 1 – 2 instructional hours + 1 hours Lab
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


Please be punctual as a courtesy to others. Enjoy!
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Introduction to Stained Glass Session 2 of 4

Time: Oct 14 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Host: Marrisa Ray
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $0.00
Ages: 16 and up

Session 2 of 4

Introduction to designing and building stained glass art projects. Students will learn fundamental safety for handling glass and the basics of designing, cutting, foiling, soldering, framing, and hanging Tiffany style glass art. Flat work, 3-D build, special techniques and finishing will be explored. See Session 1 for full description.

Restrictions:
Due to the nature of the medium and processes being used, no one under the age of sixteen years of age will be allowed in the glass work area without PRIOR approval of the instructor.

Prerequisite: Attendance and participation in Session 1 of this class.

Instructor availability:
Typically 30 minutes prior to class session, as well as additional lab hours as published. Additional individual time by specific arrangement only.

Session 2 – 1 instructional hour + 2 hours Lab
I. Beginning project finishing including chemical conversion/aging (patina)
II. Hanging and/or mounting
III. Jigging and fixturing for production
IV. Additional requirements for individual projects

Please be punctual as a courtesy to others. Enjoy!
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Introduction to Stained Glass Session 3 of 4

Time: Oct 21 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Host: Marrisa Ray
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $0.00
Ages: 16 and up

Session 3 of 4

Introduction to designing and building stained glass art projects. Students will learn fundamental safety for handling glass and the basics of designing, cutting, foiling, soldering, framing, and hanging Tiffany style glass art. Flat work, 3-D build, special techniques and finishing will be explored. See Session 1 for full description.

Restrictions:
Due to the nature of the medium and processes being used, no one under the age of sixteen years of age will be allowed in the glass work area without PRIOR approval of the instructor.

Prerequisite: Attendance and participation in Session 1 & 2 of this class.

Instructor availability:
Typically 30 minutes prior to class session, as well as additional lab hours as published. Additional individual time by specific arrangement only.

Session 3 – Instructional time as required + Lab
I. Class project review and presentation
II. Completion of technique instruction
III. Design and pre-planning for Individual Project

Please be punctual as a courtesy to others. Enjoy!
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Introduction to Stained Glass Session 4 of 4

Time: Oct 28 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Host: Marrisa Ray
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $0.00
Ages: 16 and up

Session 4 of 4

Introduction to designing and building stained glass art projects. Students will learn fundamental safety for handling glass and the basics of designing, cutting, foiling, soldering, framing, and hanging Tiffany style glass art. Flat work, 3-D build, special techniques and finishing will be explored. See Session 1 for full description.

Restrictions:
Due to the nature of the medium and processes being used, no one under the age of sixteen years of age will be allowed in the glass work area without PRIOR approval of the instructor.

Prerequisite: Attendance and participation in Session 1, 2, & 3 of this class.

Instructor availability:
Typically 30 minutes prior to class session, as well as additional lab hours as published. Additional individual time by specific arrangement only.

Session 4 – Lab time as required + project presentation(s)
I. Project planning / questions
II. Where do we go from here?
III. Round table discussion and overview of other techniques
IV. Course evaluation and feedback

Please be punctual as a courtesy to others. Enjoy!
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Stained Glass Class Lab

Time: Oct 20 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Host: Timothy York and/or Malissa Ray
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $0.00
Ages: 16 and up

Current students Only!!! This is NOT an open lab.
This is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED additional Lab time for the present course being offered. Instructor will be available if individual help is required.

Project work time and individual help is the focus of these sessions. Alternative methods and tools may be shared during the session.


Use of tools and/or materials without proper authorization is prohibited and may result in failure to or removal from Stained Glass Area authorization.
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Electronics Meetup

Time: Oct 26 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Host: Kim Kirwan
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6303838
Price: 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: Oct 05 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Host: Kim Kirwan
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6311862
Price: 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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Two-way Radio Meet Up

Time: Oct 05 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Host: Joe Pajor KB0KFH
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6335072
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $0.00

This monthly Two-Way Radio Meet Up will allow for continued progress on building an amateur (ham) radio station in the Electronics Lab. We also have two scheduled operating sessions on the Maker Mondays of each month. See MakeICT calendar for more information.
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Laser Cutting Basics

Time: Oct 09 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Host: Kim Burton
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6338994
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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Tuesday New Member Orientation

Time: Oct 21 07:00 PM - 09:30 PM
Host: Membership Committee
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6339251
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00

New Member Orientation sessions are required for all new members and exist to familiarize you 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

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
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Metalshop Safety Class

Time: Oct 08 06:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Host: Rustin Atkeisson
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6355659
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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Metal Lathe Basics

Time: Oct 08 07:30 PM - 09:00 PM
Host: Rustin Atkeisson
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6355660
Price: MakeICT Members - $24.00
Price: Non-Members - $29.00
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.
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Manual Milling Basics

Time: Oct 10 06:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Host: Rustin Atkeisson
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6355661
Price: MakeICT Members - $29.00
Price: Non-Members - $34.00
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.
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Powder Coating Basics [Rustin Atkeisson]

Time: Oct 16 07:30 PM - 09:00 PM
Host: Rustin Atkeisson
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6355663
Price: MakeICT Members - $15.00
Price: Non-Members - $20.00
Ages: 16 and up
Required Authorizations: Metalshop

This class will cover safety of the powder coating area, powder coating gun, air compressor and the powder coating oven. You will get to powder coat an item to take with you, or you can bring a small metal object with you to powder coat. Be aware, however, that it might not be suitable and in such cases you’ll need to use one of the items provided. Completion of this class authorizes you to use the powder coating booth and equipment.

Powder coating is a type of coating that is applied as a free-flowing, dry powder. The coating is typically applied electrostatically and is then cured under heat to allow it to flow and form a “skin”. It is usually used to create a hard finish that is tougher than conventional paint. Powder coating is mainly used for coating of metals.

Participants will be required to wear at least Kn95 masks (to be provided) or higher levels of respiratory protection.
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Make A Laser Engraved Tile

Time: Oct 21 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Host: Kim Burton
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6338993
Price: MakeICT Members - $15.00
Price: Non-Members - $20.00

Bring in an image to be engraved on a glazed ceramic tile with the laser. This works great with line art, clip art, or simple high contrast photos.

Intermediate computer proficiency is recommended. Please bring a USB flash drive if you have one. We will import your image into GIMP software and edit the file to be engraved on a 4" x 4" tile with the laser at MakeICT.

This class does not require laser authorization. It's great as a laser refresher class, and shows some centering/alignment strategies we don't cover in basic authorization.
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Embroidery Machine: From SVG to embroidered design

Time: Oct 04 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Host: James Lancaster
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6357715
Price: MakeICT Members - $10.00
Price: Non-Members - $15.00

This class will cover using designs in Inkscape to convert/digitize using the Inkstitch extension into designs to use on the embroidery machine at MakeICT (or others.)

It will cover:
Designs which work and don't work.
Converting designs to work using Inkscape.
The conversion process to a stitch file and simulation.
Loading on the machine at MakeICT.
The embroidery machine setup/use.

Recommended:
Basic familiarity with Inkscape or an Inkscape class.
Have Inkscape and Inkstitch installed on your laptop or use one at the space.
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Corset Making Camp Class 2 of 3

Time: Oct 11 10:00 AM - 07:00 PM
Host: Leigha - with Beth Shook
Price: MakeICT Members - $275.00
Price: Non-Members - $285.00
Ages: 12 and up

This is a complete start to finish corset making class. It is a total of 5 days with 4 hours a day.

Class will cost $275 per student
Class includes instruction book made by Leigha.
Corset kit which includes
-pattern
-duck cloth for interfacing
-plastic boning for modesty panel
-Busk
-3dozen grommets
-8 yds casing
-8 yds spiral steel boning

Students need to bring
1.5yd fabric
1yd lining
At least 250 yd thread
Scissors
Pins
Hand sewing needles
Marking pen or chalk
Measuring tape
Seam gauge
Seam ripper
Sewing machine
Wire cable cutters from hardware store
Masking tape
Permanent marker