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Blacksmithing: Seahorse Knives
Oct
25
Blacksmithing, Metals

Blacksmithing: Seahorse Knives

  • Sunday, October 25, 2026
  • 10:00 AM 12:30 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Forge your own small knife and learn about blacksmithing along the way!

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Blacksmithing: Dragonhead Bookmark
Oct
25
Blacksmithing, Metals

Blacksmithing: Dragonhead Bookmark

  • Sunday, October 25, 2026
  • 2:00 PM 4:30 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Forge your own small knife and learn about blacksmithing along the way!

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Tri-Cities Blender User Group Quarterly Meeting
Oct
25

Tri-Cities Blender User Group Quarterly Meeting

  • Sunday, October 25, 2026
  • 2:00 PM 5:00 PM
  • Google Calendar ICS

A place for Blender newbies, pros, and everyone between to exchange ideas and tips!

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Girl Scout Troop Derby Car Workshop
Oct
27

Girl Scout Troop Derby Car Workshop

  • Tuesday, October 27, 2026
  • 4:30 PM 6:00 PM
  • Google Calendar ICS

The main room and woodshop will be private use for a Girl Scout Troop during this time.

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Blacksmithing 101: S Hooks
Oct
29

Blacksmithing 101: S Hooks

  • Thursday, October 29, 2026
  • 6:00 PM 8:30 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Learn the basics of blacksmithing and make cool S hooks in this hands-on, in-person workshop!

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Day of the Dead Celebration
Nov
2
Free

Day of the Dead Celebration

  • Monday, November 2, 2026
  • 6:00 PM 9:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us on November 2nd , 6-9 pm, for our Day of the Dead or Dia de los Muertos Celebration 💗

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Intro to Stained Glass: 3D Star, Candle, or multiple Stockings and Hats
Nov
10
Stained Glass

Intro to Stained Glass: 3D Star, Candle, or multiple Stockings and Hats

  • Tuesday, November 10, 2026
  • 10:00 AM 2:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Get into the holiday spirit and join us in making these adorable ornaments!

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Blacksmithing 101: S Hooks
Nov
11

Blacksmithing 101: S Hooks

  • Wednesday, November 11, 2026
  • 6:00 PM 8:30 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Learn the basics of blacksmithing and make cool S hooks in this hands-on, in-person workshop!

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Light Up the Season: Custom LED Class
Nov
13

Light Up the Season: Custom LED Class

  • Friday, November 13, 2026
  • 6:00 PM 9:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Light up your holidays with custom programmable LED lights!

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CNC Router Training
Nov
14

CNC Router Training

  • Saturday, November 14, 2026
  • 1:00 PM 4:30 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

For Members who want to learn to use the CNC Router!

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Intro to Stained Glass: 3D Star, Candle, or multiple Stockings and Hats
Nov
15
Stained Glass

Intro to Stained Glass: 3D Star, Candle, or multiple Stockings and Hats

  • Sunday, November 15, 2026
  • 10:00 AM 2:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Get into the holiday spirit and join us in making these adorable ornaments!

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Blacksmithing 101: Holiday Ornaments
Nov
17

Blacksmithing 101: Holiday Ornaments

  • Tuesday, November 17, 2026
  • 6:00 PM 7:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us for a fun, hands-on introduction to blacksmithing while making Holiday Ornaments!

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Stamped in Silver: Custom Pendant Workshop
Nov
17
Metals, Jewerly, Pendant

Stamped in Silver: Custom Pendant Workshop

  • Tuesday, November 17, 2026
  • 6:00 PM 8:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Create a personalized sterling silver pendant with hammered textures and stamped letters, complete with a stainless steel necklace.

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Basket Making Workshop - Muffin or Bread Basket
Nov
21

Basket Making Workshop - Muffin or Bread Basket

  • Saturday, November 21, 2026
  • 10:00 AM 2:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Come craft a muffin or bread basket with us—fun, hands-on, and perfect for beginners and intermediates!

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Friendsgiving at The Inventor Center
Nov
21

Friendsgiving at The Inventor Center

  • Saturday, November 21, 2026
  • 5:00 PM 6:00 PM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us for a fun Maker Friendsgiving! A Makergiving perhaps!

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Annual Winter Fundraiser: A Silent Auction Night Out
Dec
3

Annual Winter Fundraiser: A Silent Auction Night Out

  • Thursday, December 3, 2026
  • 6:00 PM 9:00 PM
  • The Reserve (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Annual Winter Fundraiser: A Silent Auction Night Out

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Intro to Stained Glass: 3D Star, Candle, or multiple Stockings and Hats
Dec
8
Stained Glass

Intro to Stained Glass: 3D Star, Candle, or multiple Stockings and Hats

  • Tuesday, December 8, 2026
  • 10:00 AM 2:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Get into the holiday spirit and join us in making these adorable ornaments!

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Stamped in Silver: Custom Pendant Workshop
Dec
8
Metals, Jewerly, Pendant

Stamped in Silver: Custom Pendant Workshop

  • Tuesday, December 8, 2026
  • 6:00 PM 8:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Create a personalized sterling silver pendant with hammered textures and stamped letters, complete with a stainless steel necklace.

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Intro to Stained Glass: 3D Star, Candle, or multiple Stockings and Hats
Dec
13
Stained Glass

Intro to Stained Glass: 3D Star, Candle, or multiple Stockings and Hats

  • Sunday, December 13, 2026
  • 10:00 AM 2:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Get into the holiday spirit and join us in making these adorable ornaments!

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Intro to Jewelry Making : Skull Pendant
Oct
24
Metals, Jewerly, Pendant

Intro to Jewelry Making : Skull Pendant

  • Saturday, October 24, 2026
  • 1:00 PM 4:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Learn how to make your own skull pendant!

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CNC Router Training
Oct
24

CNC Router Training

  • Saturday, October 24, 2026
  • 1:00 PM 4:30 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

For Members who want to learn to use the CNC Router!

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Scroll Bracelet Workshop: Intro to Cold Forging Techniques
Oct
24

Scroll Bracelet Workshop: Intro to Cold Forging Techniques

  • Saturday, October 24, 2026
  • 10:00 AM 12:30 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Come create your own customized scroll bracelet—perfect for beginners and fun for everyone!

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Advanced Wire Wrapped Gemstone Pendant
Oct
18

Advanced Wire Wrapped Gemstone Pendant

  • Sunday, October 18, 2026
  • 12:00 PM 4:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Take your wire wrapping to the next level!

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Wire Wrapped Gemstone Pendants
Oct
17

Wire Wrapped Gemstone Pendants

  • Saturday, October 17, 2026
  • 12:00 PM 4:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Come make a Wire Wrapped Gemstone Pendants!

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Intro to Stained Glass: Fall Pumpkins and Halloween Treats
Oct
13
Stained Glass

Intro to Stained Glass: Fall Pumpkins and Halloween Treats

  • Tuesday, October 13, 2026
  • 10:00 AM 2:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us in making an adorable stained glass Fall Pumpkins and Halloween designs!

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Blacksmithing: Seahorse Knives
Oct
11
Blacksmithing, Metals

Blacksmithing: Seahorse Knives

  • Sunday, October 11, 2026
  • 2:00 PM 4:30 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Forge your own small knife and learn about blacksmithing along the way!

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Wire Wrapped Gemstone Pendants
Oct
11

Wire Wrapped Gemstone Pendants

  • Sunday, October 11, 2026
  • 12:00 PM 4:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Come make a Wire Wrapped Gemstone Pendants!

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#MadeInKingsport 2026 HAS BEEN CANCELED
Oct
10
Free

#MadeInKingsport 2026 HAS BEEN CANCELED

  • Saturday, October 10, 2026
  • 11:00 AM 3:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

An Inventor Center event where a broad array of makers, artists, businesses, and schools come together to show what they can do!

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Intro to Stained Glass: Fall Pumpkins and Halloween Treats
Oct
4
Stained Glass

Intro to Stained Glass: Fall Pumpkins and Halloween Treats

  • Sunday, October 4, 2026
  • 10:00 AM 2:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us in making an adorable stained glass Fall Pumpkins and Halloween designs!

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A Beginner Basket - Mini Market Basket-Class has Been Canceled
Oct
3

A Beginner Basket - Mini Market Basket-Class has Been Canceled

  • Saturday, October 3, 2026
  • 10:00 AM 2:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Class has been canceled!!

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Girl Scouts
Sep
26
Girl Scouts

Girl Scouts

  • Saturday, September 26, 2026
  • 10:00 AM 12:00 PM
  • Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join professional artist and jeweler Brandon Harrell and learn to make your own jewelry!

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Members Only: CNC Router Training
Sep
20

Members Only: CNC Router Training

  • Sunday, September 20, 2026
  • 6:00 PM 9:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

For Members who want to learn to use the CNC Router!

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Advanced Wire Wrapped Gemstone Pendant
Sep
20

Advanced Wire Wrapped Gemstone Pendant

  • Sunday, September 20, 2026
  • 12:00 PM 4:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Take your wire wrapping to the next level!

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Wire Wrapped Gemstone Pendants
Sep
19

Wire Wrapped Gemstone Pendants

  • Saturday, September 19, 2026
  • 12:00 PM 4:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Come make a Wire Wrapped Gemstone Pendants!

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Intro to Enameling: Enameling with Stencils
Sep
19

Intro to Enameling: Enameling with Stencils

  • Saturday, September 19, 2026
  • 10:00 AM 2:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Discover the magic of enameling as you layer bold color onto metal and use stencils to create striking, one-of-a-kind designs.

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Advanced Wire Wrapped Gemstone Pendant
Sep
13

Advanced Wire Wrapped Gemstone Pendant

  • Sunday, September 13, 2026
  • 12:00 PM 4:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Take your wire wrapping to the next level!

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Wire Wrapped Gemstone Pendants
Sep
12

Wire Wrapped Gemstone Pendants

  • Saturday, September 12, 2026
  • 2:00 PM 6:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Come make a Wire Wrapped Gemstone Pendants!

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Smith a Copper Rose With ETSU Professional Development
Sep
12

Smith a Copper Rose With ETSU Professional Development

  • Saturday, September 12, 2026
  • 9:00 AM 1:00 PM
  • 118 Shelby Street Kingsport, TN, 37660 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Learn how to make a Rose that will last forever!

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Stained Glass: Hot Air Balloons
Sep
6
Stained Glass

Stained Glass: Hot Air Balloons

  • Sunday, September 6, 2026
  • 10:00 AM 2:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us in making an adorable stained glass flower or bird!

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Cricut Print Then Cut: Beginner to Confident Creator
Sep
5
Cricut, Paper Crafts

Cricut Print Then Cut: Beginner to Confident Creator

  • Saturday, September 5, 2026
  • 10:00 AM 1:00 PM
  • Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Learn the most powerful features of your Cricut machine: Print Then Cut!

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Stained Glass: Hot Air Balloons
Sep
1
Stained Glass

Stained Glass: Hot Air Balloons

  • Tuesday, September 1, 2026
  • 10:00 AM 2:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us in making an adorable stained glass flower or bird!

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Mixed Metal Earrings: Brass & Copper Design Techniques
Aug
29

Mixed Metal Earrings: Brass & Copper Design Techniques

  • Saturday, August 29, 2026
  • 10:00 AM 12:30 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Explore how to work with multiple metals to create dynamic, wearable earrings!

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Advanced Wire Wrapped Gemstone Pendant
Aug
23

Advanced Wire Wrapped Gemstone Pendant

  • Sunday, August 23, 2026
  • 12:00 PM 4:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Take your wire wrapping to the next level!

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Blacksmithing: Seahorse Knives
Aug
22
Blacksmithing, Metals

Blacksmithing: Seahorse Knives

  • Saturday, August 22, 2026
  • 2:00 PM 4:30 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Forge your own small knife and learn about blacksmithing along the way!

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Wire Wrapped Gemstone Pendants
Aug
22

Wire Wrapped Gemstone Pendants

  • Saturday, August 22, 2026
  • 12:00 PM 4:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Come make a Wire Wrapped Gemstone Pendants!

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Blacksmithing: Seahorse Knives
Aug
22
Blacksmithing, Metals

Blacksmithing: Seahorse Knives

  • Saturday, August 22, 2026
  • 10:00 AM 12:30 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Forge your own small knife and learn about blacksmithing along the way!

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Wire Sculpture Class
Aug
16

Wire Sculpture Class

  • Sunday, August 16, 2026
  • 12:00 PM 4:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Learn to create striking three-dimensional art in this hands-on wire sculpture class!

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Wire Wrapped Gemstone Pendants
Aug
15

Wire Wrapped Gemstone Pendants

  • Saturday, August 15, 2026
  • 12:00 PM 4:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Come make a Wire Wrapped Gemstone Pendants!

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Stained Glass: Hot Air Balloons
Jul
28
Stained Glass

Stained Glass: Hot Air Balloons

  • Tuesday, July 28, 2026
  • 10:00 AM 2:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us in making an adorable stained glass flower or bird!

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