Event Updates for October 2026

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Ceramics - Wheel Throwing Fundamentals Day 3 of 4

Time: Oct 20 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Host: Ed Hill, Michele Hill
Ages: 16 and up

Prerequisite: Day 1 attendance & participation
See Day 1 for Course description and registration link
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Ceramics - Wheel Throwing Fundamentals Day 4 of 4

Time: Oct 22 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Host: Ed Hill, Michele Hill
Ages: 16 and up

Prerequisite: Day 1 attendance & participation
See Day 1 for Course description and registration link
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Stained Glass Special Class Lab

Time: Oct 06 06:30 PM - 09:30 PM
Host: Marissa 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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3D Printing Basics (Snapmaker Edition)

Time: Oct 05 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Host: Paul Shackelford
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6860415
Price: MakeICT Members - $25.00
Price: Non-Members - $30.00
Ages: 10 and up

Learn the basics of 3D printing and how to use the filament printers at MakeICT!
(Note: Resin printing is a separate class, keep on the lookout for those)

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 (~3cm3) object to try out.

Completion of this class will grant authorization for using the filament 3D printers at MakeICT.

This class requires you to bring your own laptop. Please install the latest version of Snapmaker Orca (https://www.snapmaker.com/snapmaker-orca).
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Stone prong or bezel setting from Start to Finish

Time: Oct 16 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Host: Ted McMullen
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6861919
Price: MakeICT Members - $20.00
Price: Non-Members - $25.00
Ages: 10 to 99

Our jewelry shop lead will be teaching the beginner basics of stone setting This will alternate prong setting and bezel setting.
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Jewelry Lab meetup

Time: Oct 23 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Host: Ted McMullen
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6861928
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $0.00
Ages: 99 and under

The goal for this event will be to discuss and work with members and others to study and learn Jewelry. The emphasis will encompass both theory, appllications, and technique. To make all of us better able to produce jewelry.
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Jewelry Lab meetup

Time: Oct 30 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Host: Ted McMullen
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6861933
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $0.00
Ages: 99 and under

The goal for this event will be to discuss and work with members and others to study and learn Jewelry. The emphasis will encompass both theory, appllications, and technique. To make all of us better able to produce jewelry.
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Ceramics - Glaze a bowl for empty bowls fundraiser

Time: Oct 11 12:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Host: Tony Reid
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6864838
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $0.00
Ages: 99 and under

Please come glaze a bowl for the Empty Bowls fundraiser! Bowls and glaze provided.
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Metal Lathe Basics

Time: Oct 17 08:00 AM - 09:30 AM
Host: John Cummings
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6866262
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 17 11:00 AM - 01:30 PM
Host: John Cummings
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6866263
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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Intro to MIG Welding

Time: Oct 24 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Host: John Cummings
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6866285
Price: MakeICT Members - $20.00
Price: Non-Members - $25.00
Ages: 16 and up
Required Authorizations: Metalshop

This class will teach you the basics for Metal Inert Welding (MIG) and set up on the Miller 211 welder. We will cover use of MIG welding in the Hot Area and general welding safety. Once you complete this class you will be authorized to use the MIG welders in the metal shop. Long sleeves are recommended. If you have your own welding helmet and gloves you welcome to bring them.
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Maker Monday

Time: Oct 12 07:00 PM - 09:30 PM
Host: Membership Committee
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-6867825
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. You’ll learn all about our space, 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.

You are welcome to hang out and chat after your tour. There’s always something interesting going on at Maker Monday!

To contact our Membership Committee to arrange a tour outside of Maker Mondays, or if you have general questions about joining, send an email to membership@makeict.org.