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Blacksmithing: Seahorse Knives
May
17
Blacksmithing, Metals

Blacksmithing: Seahorse Knives

  • Saturday, May 17, 2025
  • 9:00 AM 11:30 AM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

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

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Intro to Cricut
May
17
Cricut, Paper Crafts

Intro to Cricut

  • Saturday, May 17, 2025
  • 10:00 AM 1:00 PM
  • Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Learn the basics of Design space, vinyls, and iron-ons with Cricut!

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Intermediate Blacksmithing: Railroad Spike to Knife
May
17
Blacksmithing, Metals

Intermediate Blacksmithing: Railroad Spike to Knife

  • Saturday, May 17, 2025
  • 1:00 PM 3:30 PM
  • Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Learn how to forge a knife out of a railroad spike!

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Blacksmithing: Seahorse Knives
May
18
Blacksmithing, Metals

Blacksmithing: Seahorse Knives

  • Sunday, May 18, 2025
  • 9:00 AM 11:30 AM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

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

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Intermediate Blacksmithing: Forged Calla Lilies
May
18

Intermediate Blacksmithing: Forged Calla Lilies

  • Sunday, May 18, 2025
  • 1:00 PM 3:30 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Come Learn how to forge a Calla Lily!

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First NETN Jewelry Makers and Metalsmiths Meet Up
May
18

First NETN Jewelry Makers and Metalsmiths Meet Up

  • Sunday, May 18, 2025
  • 3:30 PM 6:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Open to any Jewelry Makers or Metalsmiths in Northeast Tennessee!

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Stained Glass: Hot Air Balloons
May
20
Stained Glass

Stained Glass: Hot Air Balloons

  • Tuesday, May 20, 2025
  • 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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Stained Glass: Hot Air Balloons
Jun
8
Stained Glass

Stained Glass: Hot Air Balloons

  • Sunday, June 8, 2025
  • 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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Intro to Cricut
Jun
18
Cricut, Paper Crafts

Intro to Cricut

  • Wednesday, June 18, 2025
  • 6:00 PM 9:00 PM
  • Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Learn the basics of Design space, vinyls, and iron-ons with Cricut!

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Intro to MIG Welding
May
10
Metals, Welding

Intro to MIG Welding

  • Saturday, May 10, 2025
  • 10:00 AM 2:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

MIG or wire feed welding is a great place to start your welding journey!

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Intro to Stained Glass: Flowers and Birds
May
4
Stained Glass

Intro to Stained Glass: Flowers and Birds

  • Sunday, May 4, 2025
  • 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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Intro to Woodworking: Cutting Boards (Inclusion Series) Day 1/2
May
3
to May 4
Inclusion Series, Woodworking

Intro to Woodworking: Cutting Boards (Inclusion Series) Day 1/2

  • Sat, May 3, 2025 2:00 PM Sun, May 4, 2025 6:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Gain confidence in your woodworking knowledge, and leave with a completed cutting board!

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Scratch Mold Workshop
May
2
Metals

Scratch Mold Workshop

  • Friday, May 2, 2025
  • 6:00 PM 8:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Create your own iron artwork by making a Scratch Mold!

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Scratch Mold Workshop
Apr
30
Metals

Scratch Mold Workshop

  • Wednesday, April 30, 2025
  • 6:00 PM 8:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Create your own iron artwork by making a Scratch Mold!

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DIY Change Your Own Faucet Workshop
Apr
29

DIY Change Your Own Faucet Workshop

  • Tuesday, April 29, 2025
  • 6:00 PM 8:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Learn how to replace your own faucet at our hands-on workshop - no more waiting for the plumber!

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Mother's Day Card Making with Robin Broome
Apr
28

Mother's Day Card Making with Robin Broome

  • Monday, April 28, 2025
  • 6:00 PM 8:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us for this spring themed, evening card-making workshop. Learn all kinds of fun paper craft techniques and use that creative energy!

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Tri-Cities Blender User Group Quarterly Meeting
Apr
27

Tri-Cities Blender User Group Quarterly Meeting

  • Sunday, April 27, 2025
  • 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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Scratch Mold Workshop
Apr
26
Metals

Scratch Mold Workshop

  • Saturday, April 26, 2025
  • 1:00 PM 3:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Create your own iron artwork by making a Scratch Mold!

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Scratch Mold Workshop
Apr
26
Metals

Scratch Mold Workshop

  • Saturday, April 26, 2025
  • 10:00 AM 12:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Create your own iron artwork by making a Scratch Mold!

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Scratch Mold Workshop
Apr
25
Metals

Scratch Mold Workshop

  • Friday, April 25, 2025
  • 6:00 PM 8:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Create your own iron artwork by making a Scratch Mold!

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Scratch Mold Workshop
Apr
23
Metals

Scratch Mold Workshop

  • Wednesday, April 23, 2025
  • 6:00 PM 8:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Create your own iron artwork by making a Scratch Mold!

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Blender 101
Apr
22

Blender 101

  • Tuesday, April 22, 2025
  • 6:30 PM 9:00 PM
  • Google Calendar ICS

Blender 3D is a free, open-source program which can be used for 3D modeling and videography; let's learn the basics together

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Intro to Stained Glass: Flowers and Birds
Apr
22
Stained Glass

Intro to Stained Glass: Flowers and Birds

  • Tuesday, April 22, 2025
  • 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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Intro to Metalsmithing: Tree of Life Pendant
Apr
19
Metals, Jewerly, Pendant

Intro to Metalsmithing: Tree of Life Pendant

  • Saturday, April 19, 2025
  • 10:00 AM 2:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Intro to Metalsmithing: Piercing and Forming

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Intro to Woodworking: Cutting Boards (Inclusion Series) Day 2/2
Apr
19
Inclusion Series, Woodworking

Intro to Woodworking: Cutting Boards (Inclusion Series) Day 2/2

  • Saturday, April 19, 2025
  • 9:00 AM 1:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Gain confidence in your woodworking knowledge, and leave with a completed cutting board!

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Scratch Mold Workshop
Apr
18
Metals

Scratch Mold Workshop

  • Friday, April 18, 2025
  • 6:00 PM 8:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Create your own iron artwork by making a Scratch Mold!

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Intro to Woodworking: Cutting Boards (Inclusion Series) Day 1/2
Apr
18
Inclusion Series, Woodworking

Intro to Woodworking: Cutting Boards (Inclusion Series) Day 1/2

  • Friday, April 18, 2025
  • 2:00 PM 6:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Gain confidence in your woodworking knowledge, and leave with a completed cutting board!

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Scratch Mold Workshop
Apr
16
Metals

Scratch Mold Workshop

  • Wednesday, April 16, 2025
  • 6:00 PM 8:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Create your own iron artwork by making a Scratch Mold!

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Scratch Mold Workshop
Apr
12
Metals

Scratch Mold Workshop

  • Saturday, April 12, 2025
  • 1:00 PM 3:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Create your own iron artwork by making a Scratch Mold!

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Scratch Mold Workshop
Apr
12
Metals

Scratch Mold Workshop

  • Saturday, April 12, 2025
  • 10:00 AM 12:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Create your own iron artwork by making a Scratch Mold!

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Intro to Stained Glass: Flowers and Birds
Apr
8
Stained Glass

Intro to Stained Glass: Flowers and Birds

  • Tuesday, April 8, 2025
  • 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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Intro to Metalsmithing: Tree of Life Pendant (Inclusion Series)
Apr
5
Metals, Jewerly, Pendant

Intro to Metalsmithing: Tree of Life Pendant (Inclusion Series)

  • Saturday, April 5, 2025
  • 10:30 AM 2:30 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Intro to Metalsmithing: Piercing and Forming

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Intro to Stained Glass: Small Panel
Mar
30
Stained Glass

Intro to Stained Glass: Small Panel

  • Sunday, March 30, 2025
  • 10:00 AM 2:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us in making a stained glass panel!

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Beaded Link Bracelets
Mar
26
Jewelry, Metals

Beaded Link Bracelets

  • Wednesday, March 26, 2025
  • 6:00 PM 7:30 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Make your own bracelet in this Beaded Link Bracelet workshop!

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DIY Drywall Repair Class (Habitat Series)
Mar
24

DIY Drywall Repair Class (Habitat Series)

  • Monday, March 24, 2025
  • 6:00 PM 8:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Learn how to repair your own drywall!

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Intro to Woodworking: Cheese Knives (Inclusion Series)
Mar
22
Inclusion Series, Woodworking

Intro to Woodworking: Cheese Knives (Inclusion Series)

  • Saturday, March 22, 2025
  • 10:00 AM 2:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Gain confidence in your woodworking knowledge, and leave with a cheese knife in a wood you pick!

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Aluminum Jewelry
Mar
19
Metals, Jewelry

Aluminum Jewelry

  • Wednesday, March 19, 2025
  • 6:00 PM 7:30 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Learn to bend, manipulate, hammer, and finish your own aluminum jewelry in this beginner workshop!

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Intro to Stained Glass: Small Panel
Mar
18
Stained Glass

Intro to Stained Glass: Small Panel

  • Tuesday, March 18, 2025
  • 10:00 AM 2:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us in making a stained glass panel!

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Raspberry Pi Class
Mar
16

Raspberry Pi Class

  • Sunday, March 16, 2025
  • 5:00 PM 6:00 PM
  • The Inventor Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Come learn how to program and use a Raspberry Pi!

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