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SUMMARY:Bolt Jaw Tongs Class 2022
DESCRIPTION:Instructors: Dave Gavin\, with Jesse Gavin assisting \nBolt Jaw Tongs \nClass size: Minimum 4\,  maximum 8 \nLunch: BYOL or local fast food \nClass Description – The tongs class is going to highlight the 3/4″ bolt jaw tongs\, but as the student signs up for the class\, we’d like them to tell us what size bolt jaw tongs they’d like to make. Sizes for 1/2″ material – or pick a size between ¼” and ½” We will have the appropriate stock and dimensions ready for all to follow the process along. Sizes are from 1/4″ on up to ~1.25″ – larger could be made if you have the need for them.\nTools to bring – proper safety attire\, favorite hammers\, tongs to hold 5/16″ X 3/4″ & ¼” flat stock\, hot cut chisel\, files – flat\, half round\, round\nSuggested tools – an arm that is in shape to be able to swing your favorite hammer\nTo register for this class – send a check for $65 payable to “The Guild of Metalsmiths” along with your phone number and email address to\nJesse Gavin\nN8214 330th street\nSpring Valley WI 54767\nQuestions: 715-808-5891\nAcceptance priority for this class will be determined by postmark.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/bolt-jaw-tongs-class-2022/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Jesse Gavin":MAILTO:jagavin6273@hotmail.com
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SUMMARY:Trivet Class 2022
DESCRIPTION:Scroll-leg Trivet \nInstructors: Derrick Phillips\, (651) 230-2363\, DerrickPhillipsA3o3@gmail.com\nDavid Skaurud\, (218) 849-4630\, skaurud.gom@gmail.com \nClass size: Maximum students: 8 Minimum students: 4 \nClass Description: This is a one-day class to practice basic blacksmith skills and introduce tenon joinery. The project will be to forge 3 identical pieces\, including slotting & drifting holes\, and forging & sizing tenons to complete a basic trivet.\nThis class is good for nearly all skill levels. The simple design of this trivet allows for achievable joinery with moderate blacksmithing skills and the tools provided in the class. The design is easily adapted to challenge the experienced/advanced smith\, too – a few options will be provided\, or bring your sketches and ideas!\nTools and Equipment or other items participants are to bring to the class:\nFavorite hammer and tongs for forging ½” square bar. Punches\, drifts\, and tenon-shaping tools will be available for use during the class. Stock will be provided.\nSafety Equipment: the usual for forging with coal: safety glasses\, hearing protection\, clothing of natural fiber with no cuffs or fraying\, and leather boots or shoes.\nLunch arrangements: BROL or fast food locations nearby\nTo register for this class\, please send a check for $65 written to The Guild of Metalsmiths with your name\, address\, email\, and phone number to:\nChristina Dodge\n17645 Baugh Street\nRamsey MN 55303\nQuestions: Contact Christina Dodge\, class champion\nAcceptance priority for this class will be determined by postmark.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/trivet-class-2022/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Christina Dodge":MAILTO:christina.guildmbr@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211205T120000
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SUMMARY:TGoM December Membership Meeting 2021
DESCRIPTION:TGoM’s 2021 holiday gathering is set for Sunday\, December 5 at the CSPS Hall in St. Paul\, MN\nJoin Guild of Metalsmiths families for our annual holiday gathering at the CSPS Hall in St. Paul (address 385 Michigan St\, at the corner of West 7th and Western). The hall will open at noon. We usually share hors d’ouvres as people arrive\, so bring your favorites if you wish. \nThe annual business meeting is first on the agenda\, including awards\, elections\, and the normal business stuff starting at 1:00 pm and going on for an hour or so. Your participation is key to this. That leads into show and tell\, and possibly an impromptu mini-auction. By then\, we’ll all have worked up an appetite to sit down to our always delightful holiday potluck. Please bring a dish to pass. \nIf you’re a first-timer to this event\, just go upstairs at the front of the building when you get there. An elevator entrance is also located on the side just off the parking lot. Bring your family! \nAny questions about this meeting can be answered by contacting meeting champion Mike Frattalone at icemanfratt@aol.com.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/tgom-december-membership-meeting-2021/
LOCATION:CSPS Hall\, 383 Michigan St\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Frattalone":MAILTO:icemanfratt@aol.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211205
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SUMMARY:Handled Struck Tools Class 2021
DESCRIPTION:Handled Struck Tools \nInstructors: Jesse and Dave Gavin\, with support by Olson\, Fick\, and others \nClass size: 8 max\, 6 min. \nClass description: Prepare your own working tools with an introduction to the preparation and heat treatment of a popular tool steel.\nThe tools made will be punches with a wire handle and chisels with a wire handle. We will offer the option to use treadle hammers supplied by the teaching staff. (Find out if you really need one of these by trying them.) Tools for the treadle hammers will be supplied. Steel supplied will be 5/8 and 3/4 inch round 4140 AN for the punches and chisels. Handles will be fabricated from 1/4 and or 5/16 inch round CRS.\nThe instructor’s goal for the workshop is to produce students comfortable with the process of forging and heat treating tools from nominal tool steel. A secondary goal is to have the students comfortable with the use of treadle hammers. We expect to have three treadle hammers of different styles available.\nWe forge in the morning\, heat treat and install handles after lunch.Much of the time is spent focusing on understanding the heat treat process. There will be enough stock so we can encourage you to make a couple of serious mistakes and still go home with real tools to use or to offer for the next “iron in the hat”. The photo represents the work product. This class has been going annually for quite a while and has always filled. Credit for that goes to Jesse and Dave. (If this is too difficult a time\, Jim Scott is thinking he might offer the similar but different workshop using 5160 steel and tools that are longer (hand held) without handles. That would be toward spring and dependent on the turkey season in Missouri.)\nThe building will be open by 8 am\, introductions and coffee will start at 8:30\, in the shop by 9 AM. We usually finish just before 5 pm.\nTools and Equipment or other items participants are to bring to the class:\nPower grinders are supplied. Bring favorite hammer: (16 to 48 ounces). Tongs appropriate to ¼ inch\, 5/8 inch and ¾ inch round stock. (So far we have never run out of tools to share so this is not a big deal.)\nSafety Equipment: the usual for forging with coal: safety glasses\, hearing protection\, clothing of natural fiber with no cuffs or fraying\, and leather boots or shoes.\nOther Equipment: Bring a sense of humor. You will make a couple of mistakes.\nSpecial Instructions: Be on time. We cannot ask students to wait for late comers.\nLunch Arrangements: Bag it or go one of the local restaurants. There is a Culvers close and a bar with good lunches.\nHistory: The lead instructor is Jesse Gavin. He is supported by Dave Gavin\, Wayne Olson\, Herb Fick and others. Last year we cancelled the workshop in accord with state guidelines. We shared three different treadle hammers for the eight students. For reference\, probable students are invited to question former students including: Gene Thoma\, Bryan Carlson\, Derrick Phillips\, Wayne Olson\, Jim Moenck\, or Bob Brown.\nTo register for this class: Send a check for $85 made out to The Guild of Metalsmiths (on a piece of paper with your phone number\, email address\, and residential address) to our class manager:\nHerb Fick\n519 East Eighth Street\nNorthfield MN 55057-2508\n507 663 0569 or 507 649 1611 (cell) herb@phyque.com\nAcceptance priority for this class will be determined by postmark.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/handled-struck-tools-class-2021/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210917T100000
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SUMMARY:Fall Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Guild of Metalsmiths’ 44th Annual Fall Conference\, aka “The Madness”  happening September 17-19\, 2021.\n \nFor the first time we will be holding this event at the Pierce Country Fairgrounds in Ellsworth\, WI.  See the announcement below from Guild President\, Larry Wasmund:\n \nHello Members\,\nIt is extremely hard to believe that it is June already. There are things going on… but probably the biggest announcement we have heard is the end of the Covid-19 pandemic emergency protocols. This means that we can once again get together as a group to see each other\, share a meal\, talk about the last 15 months\, and get on with our mission of keeping our craft alive. \nThis past year plus has raised problems in the world. Unfortunately\, as restrictions loosen\, the pandemic will still affect us in ways we cannot yet know or understand. One way it will affect us is that the backlog of canceled and postponed events will impact the venues we use for our membership meetings. \nAs you all may be aware\, our board and committees have shifted into the major planning time for the Fall Conference\, aka “The Madness”. It is my unpleasant duty to inform the membership that because of the backlog of weddings\, the Little Log House Show Grounds is not available to host our event this year. I personally have been working with owner Steve Bauer since early April. Their facility had 50 weddings postponed during the pandemic and will be hosting multiple weddings every weekend this year. That includes Friday\, multiples on Saturday\, and even Sundays. This has made us scramble a little so planning may continue. \nThis September we will be holding our Madness at the Pierce County Fairgrounds in Ellsworth\, WI. The board toured the facility and found that the amenities offered gives the conference everything needed and more. There is a building with ventilation\, concrete floors\, and bathrooms to hold registration\, meals\, and the auction. Other buildings nearby can hold the demonstrations and there is ample parking all around. Camping is available on site with or without hookups. We feel this location will provide us an excellent venue for comparable costs to what we are accustomed to. For more information about the Fall Conference\, see future issues of The Forum and the forthcoming Fall Conference brochure. \nThe other news that I will share here is that in my discussions with Mr. Bauer we were informed there will not be an existing building available to us any longer at the Little Log House Show Grounds. This fact has rekindled talks of finding a relationship with a permanent facility that we could become partners with\, and in the future possibly find that home of our own where we could set up shop. \nThe board has authorized the forming of a Partnership Committee to research available locations and begin a dialog as to what is out there and what is being offered. Presently we have a list of possible locations we will be working through\, including having conversations with the Little Log House and others. If you have any interest in serving on this committee\, please contact any board member for further info. \nThat is all for now. Hope to see many of you very soon.\n— Larry Wasmund\, President of TGoM \n  \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/fall-conference/
LOCATION:Pierce County Fairgrounds\, 364 N Maple St.\, Ellsworth\, WI\, 55033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210210T203000
DTSTAMP:20210202T180432Z
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SUMMARY:Membership Meeting Feb 10 2021
DESCRIPTION:As posted in the January 2021 issue of The Forum\, we will have a video tour of Pete Stanaitis’ shop in Baldwin\, WI\, and he will be on hand to answer questions after the video. Since we will watch the video through (about 30 minutes) and then have questions\, if you have questions\, please refresh our memories as to roughly when in the video the questions arose.\nIf you have items to share during our “show and tell” portion of the meeting\, please stay online after the video and the question period. It’s a popular part of the meeting! \nDerrick Phillips is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. \nTopic: TGOM February membership meeting\nTime: Feb 10\, 2021 06:45 PM Central Time (US and Canada) \nJoin Zoom Meeting \nMeeting ID: 812 8210 3408\nPasscode: forge \nDial by your location \n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) \nMeeting ID: 812 8210 3408\nPasscode: 852933\nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kdwaP2aRai
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/membership-meeting-feb-10-2021/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Derrick Phillips":MAILTO:derrick_phillips@q.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201118T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201118T203000
DTSTAMP:20201030T182214Z
CREATED:20201030T182214Z
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UID:5233-1605724200-1605731400@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:November 2020 Guild of Metalsmiths Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:BULLETIN! TGoM’s October 14 virtual meeting has been rescheduled to November 18 via ‘Zoom’\nHello and welcome to cooler forging weather. The Guild of Metalsmith’s October membership meeting has been rescheduled to Wednesday\, November 18 and will be on Zoom again at 6:45 p.m.\nWe at the Program Committee are excited that Hans Early-Nelson will do a video shop tour of his shop in North Minneapolis as the demo part of the meeting. He is an accomplished smith with years of experience and willing to let us get a peek at his space.\nWe will have the business part of the meeting first and show and tell just before the tour.\nHans expects to be there to share comments and answer any questions. Check out his website:\nwww.primativeprecision.com.\nRick Wessling is the champion for this meeting. Contact him with questions at rgwessling@gmail.com or 612-875-4420 \nZoom:\nTo join the Zoom meeting\, we will be sending out an email with a link to the meeting to all current Guild members that have email addresses. If your membership is not paid up and current\, this is a good time to do that to make sure you get the email. You should not have a login id and password for Zoom to attend this meeting but will have to download a small Zoom program to make it work. Normally you just have to click on the link in the email and follow the prompts. \nThe Zoom access information is:\nJoin us for the November Guild Meeting!\nDerrick Phillips is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Join Us!\nTopic: November Guild meeting\nTime: Nov 18\, 2020 06:45 PM Central Time (US and Canada) \nThis is a New meeting link (just a reminder)\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/87950285347?pwd=Q2hFV3ZKK3NuUEdGbmhHSTlUY2pudz09 \nMeeting ID: 879 5028 5347\nPasscode: forge\nDial by your location to listen in via phone line only:\n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\nMeeting ID: 879 5028 5347\nPasscode: 652123 \nNote that Zoom can be accessed from a computer\, a tablet\, a smartphone\, and is even accessible via your ‘landline’ telephone to listen. See instructions above.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/november-2020-guild-of-metalsmiths-monthly-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Rick Wessling":MAILTO:rgwessling@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201031T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201031T170000
DTSTAMP:20200901T173943Z
CREATED:20200901T173943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200901T173943Z
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SUMMARY:Beginning Blacksmithing Class 3 of 3-Saturday Oct 31\, 2020
DESCRIPTION:The beginners basic classes are designed to give everyone the same understanding of the basics\, techniques and terminology. The basic classes or proficiency is required before taking any of the many other classes the Guild offers. This enables those classes to concentrate on advanced techniques without having to spend time on basic concepts.\nThis 3 day class covers the basics of: Safety\, Tools\, Fire Control\, Forging Dynamics\, Tapers (ribbon\, fishtail\, point)\, Twisting\, Riveting\, Shouldering\, Upset\, Cutting\, Splitting\, Punching\, Heat Treat\, Scrolling\, Bending\, Forge weld. \nCost: (covers everything you need\, the facility\, coal\, metal tools and workbook)\n$180 for members\, $190 non members\nMinors (under 18) must have a parent present. There will be no sharing of forges. \nDates and Location:\nThe classes are held on Saturdays\, Oct. 17\, 24\, and 31 at the Minnesota School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr NW\, Ramsey MN 55303\, just off Hwy 10 near the Anoka Vocational College. (Map below) \nWhat you need to bring:\nEye\, ear and skin protection. This includes safety glasses\, ear muff or plugs and suitable clothing which includes hard shoes\, cotton or leather. Synthetic and polyester clothing will burn and melt. There will be sparks and brushes against hot metal. A mask (non-synthetic) is also required for classroom demonstrations. \nTools:\nTools are provided\, but if you have a favorite hammer\, punches\, chisels and tools\, bring them along. A small 1 to 2 pound ball peen hammer would work. We have various hammers for you to try and get a feel for what is comfortable. \nTypical day:\nClasses start at 9 am\, but people usually show up earlier to swap stories or show off recent projects. Feel free to bring projects you are working on to show. We break for lunch. You can either bring a brown bag or go out to a local fast food restaurant. Classes end between 3 and 5. \nTo sign up for the three day Beginners classes:\nSend a check made out to The Guild of Metalsmiths to:\nGordon Barr\n11021 27th Ave\nBurnsville\, MN 55337\nagbarr@aol.com\n($180 for members\, $190 non members)
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/beginning-blacksmithing-class-3-of-3-saturday-oct-31-2020/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Gordon Barr":MAILTO:agbarr@metalsmith.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201024T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201024T170000
DTSTAMP:20200901T173804Z
CREATED:20200901T173517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200901T173804Z
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SUMMARY:Beginning Blacksmithing Class 2 of 3-Saturday Oct 24\, 2020
DESCRIPTION:The beginners basic classes are designed to give everyone the same understanding of the basics\, techniques and terminology. The basic classes or proficiency is required before taking any of the many other classes the Guild offers. This enables those classes to concentrate on advanced techniques without having to spend time on basic concepts.\nThis 3 day class covers the basics of: Safety\, Tools\, Fire Control\, Forging Dynamics\, Tapers (ribbon\, fishtail\, point)\, Twisting\, Riveting\, Shouldering\, Upset\, Cutting\, Splitting\, Punching\, Heat Treat\, Scrolling\, Bending\, Forge weld. \nCost: (covers everything you need\, the facility\, coal\, metal tools and workbook)\n$180 for members\, $190 non members\nMinors (under 18) must have a parent present. There will be no sharing of forges. \nDates and Location:\nThe classes are held on Saturdays\, Oct. 17\, 24\, and 31 at the Minnesota School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr NW\, Ramsey MN 55303\, just off Hwy 10 near the Anoka Vocational College. (Map below) \nWhat you need to bring:\nEye\, ear and skin protection. This includes safety glasses\, ear muff or plugs and suitable clothing which includes hard shoes\, cotton or leather. Synthetic and polyester clothing will burn and melt. There will be sparks and brushes against hot metal. A mask (non-synthetic) is also required for classroom demonstrations. \nTools:\nTools are provided\, but if you have a favorite hammer\, punches\, chisels and tools\, bring them along. A small 1 to 2 pound ball peen hammer would work. We have various hammers for you to try and get a feel for what is comfortable. \nTypical day:\nClasses start at 9 am\, but people usually show up earlier to swap stories or show off recent projects. Feel free to bring projects you are working on to show. We break for lunch. You can either bring a brown bag or go out to a local fast food restaurant. Classes end between 3 and 5. \nTo sign up for the three day Beginners classes:\nSend a check made out to The Guild of Metalsmiths to:\nGordon Barr\n11021 27th Ave\nBurnsville\, MN 55337\nagbarr@aol.com\n($180 for members\, $190 non members)
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/beginning-blacksmithing-class-2-of-3-saturday-oct-24-2020/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Gordon Barr":MAILTO:agbarr@metalsmith.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201014T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201014T210000
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SUMMARY:October 2020 TGoM Membership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:TGoM’s October 14 virtual membership meeting via ‘Zoom’\nHello and welcome to cooler forging weather. The Guild of Metalsmith’s October membership meeting will be on Zoom again on Oct 14\, 2020 at 6:45 p.m.\nWe at the Program Committee are excited to announce we will be doing a video shop tour of Hans Early-Nelson’s shop in North Minneapolis as the demo part of the meeting. He is an accomplished smith with years of experience and willing to let us get a peek at his space.\nWe will have the business part of the meeting first and show and tell just before the tour.\nHans expects to be there to share comments and answer any questions. Check out his website:\nwww.primativeprecision.com.\nRick Wessling is the champion for this meeting. Contact him with questions at rgwessling@gmail.com\nor 612-875-4420 \nZoom:\nTo join the Zoom meeting\, we will be sending out an email with a link to the meeting to all current Guild members that have email addresses. If your membership is not paid up and current\, this is a good time to do that to make sure you get the email. You should not have a login id and password for Zoom to attend this meeting but will have to download a small Zoom program to make it work. Normally you just have to click on the link in the email and follow the prompts.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/october-2020-tgom-membership-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Rick Wessling":MAILTO:rgwessling@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201010T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201010T170000
DTSTAMP:20201002T004014Z
CREATED:20200901T173301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201002T004014Z
UID:5210-1602320400-1602349200@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Beginning Blacksmithing Class 1 of 3-Saturday Oct 10\, 2020
DESCRIPTION:The beginners basic classes are designed to give everyone the same understanding of the basics\, techniques and terminology. The basic classes or proficiency is required before taking any of the many other classes the Guild offers. This enables those classes to concentrate on advanced techniques without having to spend time on basic concepts.\nThis 3 day class covers the basics of: Safety\, Tools\, Fire Control\, Forging Dynamics\, Tapers (ribbon\, fishtail\, point)\, Twisting\, Riveting\, Shouldering\, Upset\, Cutting\, Splitting\, Punching\, Heat Treat\, Scrolling\, Bending\, Forge weld. \nCost: (covers everything you need\, the facility\, coal\, metal tools and workbook)\n$180 for members\, $190 non members\nMinors (under 18) must have a parent present. There will be no sharing of forges. \nDates and Location:\nThe classes are held on Saturdays\, Oct. 10\, 24\, and 31 at the Minnesota School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr NW\, Ramsey MN 55303\, just off Hwy 10 near the Anoka Vocational College. (Map below) \nWhat you need to bring:\nEye\, ear and skin protection. This includes safety glasses\, ear muff or plugs and suitable clothing which includes hard shoes\, cotton or leather. Synthetic and polyester clothing will burn and melt. There will be sparks and brushes against hot metal. A mask (non-synthetic) is also required for classroom demonstrations. \nTools:\nTools are provided\, but if you have a favorite hammer\, punches\, chisels and tools\, bring them along. A small 1 to 2 pound ball peen hammer would work. We have various hammers for you to try and get a feel for what is comfortable. \nTypical day:\nClasses start at 9 am\, but people usually show up earlier to swap stories or show off recent projects. Feel free to bring projects you are working on to show. We break for lunch. You can either bring a brown bag or go out to a local fast food restaurant. Classes end between 3 and 5. \nTo sign up for the three day Beginners classes:\nSend a check made out to The Guild of Metalsmiths to:\nGordon Barr\n11021 27th Ave\nBurnsville\, MN 55337\nagbarr@aol.com\n($180 for members\, $190 non members)
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/beginning-blacksmithing-class-1-of-3-saturday-oct-10-2020/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Gordon Barr":MAILTO:agbarr@metalsmith.org
GEO:45.218009;-93.426719
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200812T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200812T210000
DTSTAMP:20200801T153740Z
CREATED:20200801T153537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200801T153740Z
UID:5202-1597257000-1597266000@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:August 2020 Membership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:TGoM membership meeting goes online for Guild members… \nAugust 12 ‘Zoom/YouTube’ TGoM Online Meeting with Demonstration by Brendan Stevans\nMeeting to begin on Zoom at 6:45 pm with the Business Meeting to start at 7:00. \nThis will be a totally online meeting including a live demonstration with Brendan Stevans from his home in Mayer MN. The meeting will start on Zoom with the business meeting and then the demonstration will take place on YouTube. Note that both Zoom and YouTube can be accessed from a computer\, tablet or smartphone. \nZoom:\nTo join the Zoom meeting\, we will be sending out an email to all current Guild members that have email addresses with a link to the meeting. If your membership is not paid up and current\, this is a good time to do that to make sure you get the email. You should not have a login id and password for Zoom to attend this meeting but will have to download a small Zoom program to make it work. Normally you just have to click on the link in the email and follow the prompts. \nYouTube:\nThe main demonstration will take place on YouTube and be a live demonstration. The demonstration will be forging a 2-lb rounding hammer with a power hammer.\nWe will post a link in the Zoom Chat to get to the live demonstration. For YouTube\, you can watch without having a Gmail account\, but if you want to comment in the YouTube Chat\, you will have to have a Gmail account and be logged into YouTube. Brendan’s friend Eric Kerber is helping us out with the video work and will be keeping track of any questions that come in and relaying them to Brendan. Thank you\, Brendan! Thank you\, Eric!\nIf you have not checked out Brendan’s YouTube Channel yet\, please do\, and subscribe to his channel\, which is ‘B.C.S. Blacksmith’.\nMark Lockwood is the champion of this meeting. Call if you have questions: 763-639-9646
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/august-2020-membership-meeting/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Lockwood":MAILTO:mark.lockwood@daikinapplied.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200620T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200620T170000
DTSTAMP:20200531T184622Z
CREATED:20200531T184149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200531T184622Z
UID:5194-1592641800-1592672400@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:2020 Fancy Twisting Class Saturday June 20
DESCRIPTION:Instructors: Martin Pansch 612-599-4762 blacksmithingyeti@gmail.com\nJim Erickson 612-868-2050 jimbohotep@yahoo.com\nCost: $45 per student\nClass size: Maximum students: 6 Minimum students: 4 \nIn the words of the Beatles “Well\, shake it up\, baby\, now\, twist and shout”; and Chubby Checker (well… paraphrased a little bit)\nThey’re twistin in Norwood\nIn Young America too.\nThey’re twistin’ at the Pansch Ranch\nAnd they’re waitin’ on you.\nSo\, baby\, get ready\nWe’re gonna twist with you.\nIf you want to learn how to do fancy twists as only the Blacksmithing Yeti and Jimbohotep know how\, well\, then you need to come to our class. This class is suitable for beginners.\nTools and Equipment or other items participants are to bring to the class: Bring your favorite hammer\, and tongs that can handle 3/8″ and 1/2″ stock if you have them.\nSafety Equipment: Required: Hearing\, eye\, leather shoes\, natural fabric clothes. Optional: loose-fitting gloves.\nLunch arrangements: Please bring your own.\nTo register for this class\, send a check for $45 written to “Guild of Metalsmiths” to:\nMarty Masters\n395 Bucher Ave\nShoreview\, MN 55126\nContact Marty with questions at 651-285-8731 or mastersmw@yahoo.com\nAcceptance priority for this class will be determined by postmark.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/2020-fancy-twisting-class-saturday-june-20/
LOCATION:Pansch Farm\, 8760 Yale Avenue\, Young America\, MN\, 55397\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Marty Masters":MAILTO:martin.masters@metalsmith.org
GEO:44.8468561;-93.9907984
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200614T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200614T160000
DTSTAMP:20200531T182646Z
CREATED:20200331T203424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200531T182646Z
UID:5172-1592121600-1592150400@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Spring Hammer-In 2020\, Day 3 of 3\, June 14-CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:Spring Hammer-In June 12\, 13\, 14 cancelled due to COVID-19 Pandemic.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/spring-hammer-in-2020-day-3-of-3-june-14-cancelled/
LOCATION:Nowthen Historical Power Association Blacksmith Shop\, 7415 Old Viking Blvd\, Nowthen\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Herman":MAILTO:richherman651@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200613T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200613T230000
DTSTAMP:20200531T182749Z
CREATED:20200331T203301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200531T182749Z
UID:5170-1592035200-1592089200@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Spring Hammer-In 2020\, Day 2 of 3\, June 13-CANCELLED!
DESCRIPTION:Spring Hammer-In June 12\, 13\, 14 cancelled due to COVID-19 Pandemic.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/spring-hammer-in-2020-day-2-of-3-june-13-cancelled/
LOCATION:Nowthen Historical Power Association Blacksmith Shop\, 7415 Old Viking Blvd\, Nowthen\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Herman":MAILTO:richherman651@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200612T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200612T230000
DTSTAMP:20200531T182852Z
CREATED:20200331T203112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200531T182852Z
UID:5168-1591974000-1592002800@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Spring Hammer-In 2020\, Day 1 of 3\, June 12-CANCELLED!
DESCRIPTION:Spring Hammer-In June 12\, 13\, 14 cancelled due to COVID-19 Pandemic.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/spring-hammer-in-2020-day-1-of-3-june-12-cancelled/
LOCATION:Nowthen Historical Power Association Blacksmith Shop\, 7415 Old Viking Blvd\, Nowthen\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Herman":MAILTO:richherman651@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200610T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200610T203000
DTSTAMP:20200531T183437Z
CREATED:20200531T183437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200531T183437Z
UID:5192-1591813800-1591821000@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:June 2020 TGoM Membership Meeting-CANCELLED!
DESCRIPTION:Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic\, our June membership meeting at the JJ Hill Farm has been cancelled. Watch for updates on the August membership meeting.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/june-2020-tgom-membership-meeting-cancelled/
LOCATION:MN
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200607T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200607T170000
DTSTAMP:20200531T183012Z
CREATED:20200331T204348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200531T183012Z
UID:5176-1591520400-1591549200@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Demo Op-Minnesota Military Days 2020-Day 2 of 2-June 7-CANCELLED!
DESCRIPTION:Minnesota Military Days June 6 & 7 at the Rice County Steam and Gas Engine grounds\, Dundas\, MN CANCELLED due to COVID-19 Pandemic.\n \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/demo-op-minnesota-military-days-2020-day-2-of-2-june-7-cancelled/
LOCATION:Rice County Steam & Gas Engine Show grounds\, Highway 3\, Dundas\, MN\, 55019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Martin Pansch":MAILTO:blacksmithingyeti@gmail.com
GEO:44.4031876;-93.2171554
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Rice County Steam & Gas Engine Show grounds Highway 3 Dundas MN 55019 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Highway 3:geo:-93.2171554,44.4031876
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200606T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200606T170000
DTSTAMP:20200531T183113Z
CREATED:20200331T204155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200531T183113Z
UID:5174-1591434000-1591462800@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Demo Op: Minnesota Military Days 2020-Day 1 of 2-June 6-CANCELLED!
DESCRIPTION:Minnesota Military Days June 6 & 7 at the Rice County Steam and Gas Engine grounds\, Dundas\, MN cancelled due to COVID-19 Pandemic!
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/demo-op-minnesota-military-days-2020-day-1-of-2-june-6-cancelled/
LOCATION:Rice County Steam & Gas Engine Show grounds\, Highway 3\, Dundas\, MN\, 55019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Martin Pansch":MAILTO:blacksmithingyeti@gmail.com
GEO:44.4031876;-93.2171554
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Rice County Steam & Gas Engine Show grounds Highway 3 Dundas MN 55019 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Highway 3:geo:-93.2171554,44.4031876
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200404T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200404T170000
DTSTAMP:20200331T201705Z
CREATED:20200201T182245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200331T201705Z
UID:5154-1585987200-1586019600@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Beginning Blacksmithing Session E Class 3 of 3 2020-CANCELLED!
DESCRIPTION:The beginners basic classes are designed to give everyone the same understanding of the basics\, techniques and terminology. The basic classes or proficiency is required before taking any of the many other classes the Guild offers. This enables those classes to concentrate on advanced techniques without having to spend time on basic concepts.\nThis 3 day class covers the basics of: Safety\, Tools\, Fire Control\, Forging Dynamics\, Tapers (ribbon\, fishtail\, point)\, Twisting\, Riveting\, Shouldering\, Upset\, Cutting\, Splitting\, Punching\, Heat Treat\, Scrolling\, Bending\, Forge weld.\nCost: (covers everything you need\, the facility\, coal\, metal tools and workbook)\n$180 for members\, $190 non members\nMinors (under 18) can share a forge with a guardian for an additional $30\nDates and Location:\nThe classes are held on Saturdays at the Minnesota School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr NW\, just off Hwy 10 in Anoka near the Anoka Vocational College.\nWhat you need to bring:\nEye\, ear and skin protection. This includes safety glasses\, ear muff or plugs and suitable clothing which includes hard shoes\, cotton or leather. Synthetic and polyester clothing will burn and melt. There will be sparks and brushes against hot metal.\nTools:\nTools are provided but if you have a favorite hammer\, punches\, chisels and tools\, bring them along. A small 1 to 2 pound ball peen hammer would work. We have various hammers for you to try and get a feel for what is comfortable.\nTypical day:\nClasses start at 9 but people usually show up much earlier to get the coffee brewing\, have a donut\, swap stories or show off recent projects. Feel free to bring projects you are working on to show. We break for lunch. You can either bring a brown bag or go out to a local fast food restaurant. Classes end between 3 and 5.\nTo sign up for the three day Beginners classes:\nSend your contact information including phone number and email.\nSend a check made out to The Guild of Metalsmiths to:\nGordon Barr\n11021 27th Ave\nBurnsville\, MN 55337\nagbarr@aol.com\n($180 for members\, $190 non members)
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/beginning-blacksmithing-session-e-class-3-of-3-2020-cancelled/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Gordon Barr":MAILTO:agbarr@metalsmith.org
GEO:45.218009;-93.426719
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200321T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200321T170000
DTSTAMP:20200331T201811Z
CREATED:20200201T182037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200331T201811Z
UID:5151-1584777600-1584810000@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Beginning Blacksmithing Session E Class 2 of 3 2020-CANCELLED!
DESCRIPTION:The beginners basic classes are designed to give everyone the same understanding of the basics\, techniques and terminology. The basic classes or proficiency is required before taking any of the many other classes the Guild offers. This enables those classes to concentrate on advanced techniques without having to spend time on basic concepts.\nThis 3 day class covers the basics of: Safety\, Tools\, Fire Control\, Forging Dynamics\, Tapers (ribbon\, fishtail\, point)\, Twisting\, Riveting\, Shouldering\, Upset\, Cutting\, Splitting\, Punching\, Heat Treat\, Scrolling\, Bending\, Forge weld.\nCost: (covers everything you need\, the facility\, coal\, metal tools and workbook)\n$180 for members\, $190 non members\nMinors (under 18) can share a forge with a guardian for an additional $30\nDates and Location:\nThe classes are held on Saturdays at the Minnesota School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr NW\, just off Hwy 10 in Anoka near the Anoka Vocational College.\nWhat you need to bring:\nEye\, ear and skin protection. This includes safety glasses\, ear muff or plugs and suitable clothing which includes hard shoes\, cotton or leather. Synthetic and polyester clothing will burn and melt. There will be sparks and brushes against hot metal.\nTools:\nTools are provided but if you have a favorite hammer\, punches\, chisels and tools\, bring them along. A small 1 to 2 pound ball peen hammer would work. We have various hammers for you to try and get a feel for what is comfortable.\nTypical day:\nClasses start at 9 but people usually show up much earlier to get the coffee brewing\, have a donut\, swap stories or show off recent projects. Feel free to bring projects you are working on to show. We break for lunch. You can either bring a brown bag or go out to a local fast food restaurant. Classes end between 3 and 5.\nTo sign up for the three day Beginners classes:\nSend your contact information including phone number and email.\nSend a check made out to The Guild of Metalsmiths to:\nGordon Barr\n11021 27th Ave\nBurnsville\, MN 55337\nagbarr@aol.com\n($180 for members\, $190 non members)
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/beginning-blacksmithing-session-e-class-2-of-3-2020-cancelled/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Gordon Barr":MAILTO:agbarr@metalsmith.org
GEO:45.218009;-93.426719
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200314T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200314T170000
DTSTAMP:20200201T181831Z
CREATED:20200201T181831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200201T181831Z
UID:5149-1584172800-1584205200@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Beginning Blacksmithing Session E Class 1 of 3 2020
DESCRIPTION:The beginners basic classes are designed to give everyone the same understanding of the basics\, techniques and terminology. The basic classes or proficiency is required before taking any of the many other classes the Guild offers. This enables those classes to concentrate on advanced techniques without having to spend time on basic concepts.\nThis 3 day class covers the basics of: Safety\, Tools\, Fire Control\, Forging Dynamics\, Tapers (ribbon\, fishtail\, point)\, Twisting\, Riveting\, Shouldering\, Upset\, Cutting\, Splitting\, Punching\, Heat Treat\, Scrolling\, Bending\, Forge weld.\nCost: (covers everything you need\, the facility\, coal\, metal tools and workbook)\n$180 for members\, $190 non members\nMinors (under 18) can share a forge with a guardian for an additional $30\nDates and Location:\nThe classes are held on Saturdays at the Minnesota School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr NW\, just off Hwy 10 in Anoka near the Anoka Vocational College.\nWhat you need to bring:\nEye\, ear and skin protection. This includes safety glasses\, ear muff or plugs and suitable clothing which includes hard shoes\, cotton or leather. Synthetic and polyester clothing will burn and melt. There will be sparks and brushes against hot metal.\nTools:\nTools are provided but if you have a favorite hammer\, punches\, chisels and tools\, bring them along. A small 1 to 2 pound ball peen hammer would work. We have various hammers for you to try and get a feel for what is comfortable.\nTypical day:\nClasses start at 9 but people usually show up much earlier to get the coffee brewing\, have a donut\, swap stories or show off recent projects. Feel free to bring projects you are working on to show. We break for lunch. You can either bring a brown bag or go out to a local fast food restaurant. Classes end between 3 and 5.\nTo sign up for the three day Beginners classes:\nSend your contact information including phone number and email.\nSend a check made out to The Guild of Metalsmiths to:\nGordon Barr\n11021 27th Ave\nBurnsville\, MN 55337\nagbarr@aol.com\n($180 for members\, $190 non members)
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/beginning-blacksmithing-session-e-class-1-of-3-2020/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Gordon Barr":MAILTO:agbarr@metalsmith.org
GEO:45.218009;-93.426719
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200308T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200308T170000
DTSTAMP:20191231T191029Z
CREATED:20191231T191029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191231T191029Z
UID:5129-1583658000-1583686800@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Zombie Killer/Chopping Knife 2-Day Class-Day 2 of 2
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Paul Widenhoefer\, American Bladesmith Society and all-around knife nerd \nMinimum 4 students; maximum 8 students (or more if there are parent/child participants)\nMinimum age 14–must be accompanied by an adult \nDo you fear the zombie apocalypse? Do thoughts of a worldwide economic collapse send you scurrying for your bug-out bag? Or perhaps you just want a good chopping knife capable of doing some hard work? If so\, we are offering a knife making class for you! It is designed for someone with little forging experience\, but can accommodate those with a more advanced skill set.\nWe will be covering basic knife forging\, knife design\, heat treatment\, grinding\, sharpening and attaching handles. Participants should leave with a finished (or nearly finished) primitive style knife ready for rough use. Due to time and facility limitations this is NOT a class to make a kitchen knife.\nSafety Equipment: The usual. Eye and ear protection. No flammable clothing. Leather work boots.\nLunch: bring a bag lunch or eat out at local establishments\nTo register for this class\, please send your contact info including address\, phone number(s) and email address and a check for $120 made to “The Guild of Metalsmiths” to:\nPaul Widenhoefer\n3618 Robin Lane\nMinnetonka\, MN 55305\nEmail:pwidenhoefer@gmail.com\nPhone: (952) 930-0070 (home)\n(612) 408-5007 (cell)\nAcceptance priority for this class will be determined by postmark.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/zombie-killer-chopping-knife-2-day-class-day-2-of-2/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Widenhoefer":MAILTO:pwidenhoefer@gmail.com
GEO:45.218009;-93.426719
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=MN School of Horseshoeing 6250 Riverdale Dr NW Ramsey MN 55303 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW:geo:-93.426719,45.218009
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200307T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200307T170000
DTSTAMP:20191231T190805Z
CREATED:20191231T190805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191231T190805Z
UID:5127-1583571600-1583600400@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Zombie Killer/Chopping Knife 2-Day Class 2020-Day 1 of 2
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Paul Widenhoefer\, American Bladesmith Society and all-around knife nerd \nMinimum 4 students; maximum 8 students (or more if there are parent/child participants)\nMinimum age 14–must be accompanied by an adult \nDo you fear the zombie apocalypse? Do thoughts of a worldwide economic collapse send you scurrying for your bug-out bag? Or perhaps you just want a good chopping knife capable of doing some hard work? If so\, we are offering a knife making class for you! It is designed for someone with little forging experience\, but can accommodate those with a more advanced skill set.\nWe will be covering basic knife forging\, knife design\, heat treatment\, grinding\, sharpening and attaching handles. Participants should leave with a finished (or nearly finished) primitive style knife ready for rough use. Due to time and facility limitations this is NOT a class to make a kitchen knife.\nSafety Equipment: The usual. Eye and ear protection. No flammable clothing. Leather work boots.\nLunch: bring a bag lunch or eat out at local establishments\nTo register for this class\, please send your contact info including address\, phone number(s) and email address and a check for $120 made to “The Guild of Metalsmiths” to:\nPaul Widenhoefer\n3618 Robin Lane\nMinnetonka\, MN 55305\nEmail:pwidenhoefer@gmail.com\nPhone: (952) 930-0070 (home)\n(612) 408-5007 (cell)\nAcceptance priority for this class will be determined by postmark.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/zombie-killer-chopping-knife-2-day-class-2020-day-1-of-2/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Widenhoefer":MAILTO:pwidenhoefer@gmail.com
GEO:45.218009;-93.426719
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=MN School of Horseshoeing 6250 Riverdale Dr NW Ramsey MN 55303 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW:geo:-93.426719,45.218009
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200229T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200229T170000
DTSTAMP:20200201T173502Z
CREATED:20200201T173502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200201T173502Z
UID:5147-1582966800-1582995600@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:February 2020 Hammerin/Potluck
DESCRIPTION:Come to forge\, visit\, and eat. Stay for a few hours or the full day.\nThe usual safety gear is required if you’ll be hanging out in the forge area: safety glasses\, natural-fiber clothing\, leather shoes or boots. Hearing protection is recommended.\nBring tools and metal for your project\, something for the potluck if you’d like\, and chip in for the cost of the coal.\nWe’ll be specifically inviting the people who just completed the beginners classes (who might not be Guild members yet) to try out their new skills\, make a project\, and meet some of our wonderful group of metalsmiths. Mentors (you know who you are) are encouraged to attend\, as well as those of you just missing the forge and fellowship during these winter months. We’ll try to keep the use of the forges rotating.\nIf you haven’t been to the School of Horseshoeing\, see the map at right. The blacksmith shop is heated and has 8 coal forging stations. There’s a classroom next to it with a refrigerator\, microwave\, tables and chairs that we’ll use for the food setup.\nContact:\nChristina Dodge\nEmail: christina.guildmbr@gmail.com\nCall or text: 612-741-9292
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/february-2020-hammerin-potluck/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Christina Dodge":MAILTO:christina.guildmbr@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200223T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200223T170000
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SUMMARY:Forge Welding 2020 - Day 2 of 2
DESCRIPTION:Forge Welding 2-Day Class\nSaturday & Sunday\, February 22-23\, 2020\, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm each day\nLocation: Minnesota School of Horseshoeing (map page 7)\nInstructor: Dave Mariette\nCost: $160 member\, $180 non-member\nMaximum students: 8\, Minimum: 6 \nForge welding. So\, you’ve seen it done. It looked so easy. Why doesn’t it work for me\, you ask? David will seek to dispel the mythical mysticism that seems to surround this technique and give you the tools you need to begin forge welding. Like many things\, there is no magic bullet. It is a compilation of doing everything right\, not just one thing. Starting from the ground up learning to manage heat\, you’ll begin with some basic welding\, and as you gain some experience move on to a few more advanced welding configurations. Possible projects this year: a flux spoon\, tripod\, chain\, leaves & tendrils “bouquet” and if time allows\, a basket twist. \nPrerequisite: Solid basic forging experience. We’ll be using coal forges.\nNew this year- advanced forge welding skills option:\nHave you taken this class in previous years\, or done some simple welds but nothing since? David will teach advanced techniques (concurrently with the basics) for those who have done forge welding and would like to progress their skills. Please let us know when registering.\nSafety Equipment: The usual. Eye and ear protection. No flammable clothing. Leather work boots. Since we are forge welding and there will be more sparks than usual\, students should dress with that in mind. Bring an apron if you have one.\nTools and Equipment: Hammer & tongs (for stock sizes to be listed in an acceptance letter). As part of the cost of the class\, students will be provided with their own wire “scratch” brush and a 1-lb. can of EZ Weld. Stock is provided.\nLunch arrangements: Bring a bag lunch or visit one of the area restaurants.\nTo register for this class\, send a check payable to “The Guild of Metalsmiths” and your contact information to:\nChristina Dodge\n17645 Baugh St NW\nRamsey\, MN 55303\nContact Christina with questions at (612) 741-9292 or email christina.guildmbr@gmail.com\nRegistration for this class will be determined by postmark and confirmed with an acceptance letter. Guild members have priority.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/forge-welding-2020-day-2-of-2/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Christina Dodge":MAILTO:christina.guildmbr@gmail.com
GEO:45.218009;-93.426719
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200222T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200222T170000
DTSTAMP:20191201T224301Z
CREATED:20191201T223939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191201T224301Z
UID:5119-1582362000-1582390800@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Forge Welding 2020 - Day 1 of 2
DESCRIPTION:Forge Welding 2-Day Class\nSaturday & Sunday\, February 22-23\, 2020\, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm each day\nLocation: Minnesota School of Horseshoeing (map page 7)\nInstructor: Dave Mariette\nCost: $160 member\, $180 non-member\nMaximum students: 8\, Minimum: 6 \nForge welding. So\, you’ve seen it done. It looked so easy. Why doesn’t it work for me\, you ask? David will seek to dispel the mythical mysticism that seems to surround this technique and give you the tools you need to begin forge welding. Like many things\, there is no magic bullet. It is a compilation of doing everything right\, not just one thing. Starting from the ground up learning to manage heat\, you’ll begin with some basic welding\, and as you gain some experience move on to a few more advanced welding configurations. Possible projects this year: a flux spoon\, tripod\, chain\, leaves & tendrils “bouquet” and if time allows\, a basket twist. \nPrerequisite: Solid basic forging experience. We’ll be using coal forges.\nNew this year- advanced forge welding skills option:\nHave you taken this class in previous years\, or done some simple welds but nothing since? David will teach advanced techniques (concurrently with the basics) for those who have done forge welding and would like to progress their skills. Please let us know when registering.\nSafety Equipment: The usual. Eye and ear protection. No flammable clothing. Leather work boots. Since we are forge welding and there will be more sparks than usual\, students should dress with that in mind. Bring an apron if you have one.\nTools and Equipment: Hammer & tongs (for stock sizes to be listed in an acceptance letter). As part of the cost of the class\, students will be provided with their own wire “scratch” brush and a 1-lb. can of EZ Weld. Stock is provided.\nLunch arrangements: Bring a bag lunch or visit one of the area restaurants.\nTo register for this class\, send a check payable to “The Guild of Metalsmiths” and your contact information to:\nChristina Dodge\n17645 Baugh St NW\nRamsey\, MN 55303\nContact Christina with questions at (612) 741-9292 or email christina.guildmbr@gmail.com\nRegistration for this class will be determined by postmark and confirmed with an acceptance letter. Guild members have priority.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/forge-welding-2020-day-1-of-2/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Christina Dodge":MAILTO:christina.guildmbr@gmail.com
GEO:45.218009;-93.426719
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200215T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200215T170000
DTSTAMP:20200119T232631Z
CREATED:20191101T174530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200119T232631Z
UID:5104-1581753600-1581786000@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Beginners Basic Blacksmithing Classes - 'D' Session February 15\, 2020
DESCRIPTION:Beginners Basic Blacksmithing Classes – February 1\, 8\, and 15\, 2020 (‘D’ session) in Cleveland\, MN (Larry Wasmund’s shop)\nThe beginners basic classes are designed to give everyone the same understanding of the basics\, techniques and terminology. The basic classes or proficiency is required before taking any of the many other classes the Guild offers. This enables those classes to concentrate on advanced techniques without having to spend time on basic concepts.\nThis 3 day class covers the basics of: Safety\, Tools\, Fire Control\, Forging Dynamics\, Tapers (ribbon\, fishtail\, point)\, Twisting\, Riveting\, Shouldering\, Upset\, Cutting\, Splitting\, Punching\, Heat Treat\, Scrolling\, Bending\, Forge weld.\nCost: (covers everything you need\, the facility\, coal\, metal tools and workbook)\n$180 for members\, $190 non members\nMinors (under 18) can share a forge with a guardian for an additional $30\nDates and Location:\nThe classes are held on Saturdays at the Minnesota School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr NW\, just off Hwy 10 near the Anoka Vocational College or in Cleveland\, MN near Mankato.\nWhat you need to bring:\nEye\, ear and skin protection. This includes safety glasses\, ear muff or plugs and suitable clothing which includes hard shoes\, cotton or leather. Synthetic and polyester clothing will burn and melt. There will be sparks and brushes against hot metal.\nTools:\nTools are provided but if you have a favorite hammer\, punches\, chisels and tools\, bring them along. A small 1 to 2 pound ball peen hammer would work. We have various hammers for you to try and get a feel for what is comfortable.\nTypical day:\nClasses start at 9 but people usually show up much earlier to get the coffee brewing\, have a donut\, swap stories or show off recent projects. Feel free to bring projects you are working on to show. We break for lunch. You can either bring a brown bag or go out to a local fast food restaurant. Classes end between 3 and 5.\nTo sign up for the three day Beginners classes (D session) in Cleveland\, MN:\nSend a check made out to The Guild of Metalsmiths to:\nGordon Barr agbarr@aol.com\n11021 27th Ave\nBurnsville\, MN 55337\n($180 for members\, $190 non members)
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/beginners-basic-blacksmithing-classes-d-session-february-15-2020/
LOCATION:Wasmund Shop-Cleveland MN\, 28275 464 Street\, Cleveland\, MN\, 56017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Gordon Barr":MAILTO:agbarr@metalsmith.org
GEO:44.2796492;-93.8321674
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200212T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200212T203000
DTSTAMP:20191231T190131Z
CREATED:20191231T190131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191231T190131Z
UID:5125-1581532200-1581539400@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:February 2020 Membership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:First 2020 TGoM membership meeting Wednesday\, February 12 at Oxygen Service Company\nOxygen Service Company at 1111 Pierce Butler Route\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55104\, will host the February 12 Guild membership meeting. They are an employee owned welding supply company and will offer looks at their new welders\, some of which will be available in their demo room to try out. The retail store will also be open\, along with some special discounts.\nSo don’t forget to mark your calendar now and meet on Feb. 12 at 6:30 pm at OSC for the first TGoM potluck of 2012! The business meeting will follow the potluck\, with demos following that.\nContact champion John McDonald with any questions at 651-269-6944.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/february-2020-membership-meeting/
LOCATION:Oxygen Service Company\, 1111 Pierce Butler Route\, St Paul\, MN\, 55104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200208T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200208T170000
DTSTAMP:20200119T232736Z
CREATED:20191101T174146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200119T232736Z
UID:5102-1581148800-1581181200@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Beginners Basic Blacksmithing Classes - 'D' Session February 8\, 2020
DESCRIPTION:Beginners Basic Blacksmithing Classes – ‘D’ Session\, February 1\, 8\, and 15\, 2020 in Cleveland\, MN (Larry Wasmund’s shop)\nThe beginners basic classes are designed to give everyone the same understanding of the basics\, techniques and terminology. The basic classes or proficiency is required before taking any of the many other classes the Guild offers. This enables those classes to concentrate on advanced techniques without having to spend time on basic concepts.\nThis 3 day class covers the basics of: Safety\, Tools\, Fire Control\, Forging Dynamics\, Tapers (ribbon\, fishtail\, point)\, Twisting\, Riveting\, Shouldering\, Upset\, Cutting\, Splitting\, Punching\, Heat Treat\, Scrolling\, Bending\, Forge weld.\nCost: (covers everything you need\, the facility\, coal\, metal tools and workbook)\n$180 for members\, $190 non members\nMinors (under 18) can share a forge with a guardian for an additional $30\nDates and Location:\nThe classes are held on Saturdays at the Minnesota School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr NW\, just off Hwy 10 near the Anoka Vocational College or in Cleveland\, MN near Mankato.\nWhat you need to bring:\nEye\, ear and skin protection. This includes safety glasses\, ear muff or plugs and suitable clothing which includes hard shoes\, cotton or leather. Synthetic and polyester clothing will burn and melt. There will be sparks and brushes against hot metal.\nTools:\nTools are provided but if you have a favorite hammer\, punches\, chisels and tools\, bring them along. A small 1 to 2 pound ball peen hammer would work. We have various hammers for you to try and get a feel for what is comfortable.\nTypical day:\nClasses start at 9 but people usually show up much earlier to get the coffee brewing\, have a donut\, swap stories or show off recent projects. Feel free to bring projects you are working on to show. We break for lunch. You can either bring a brown bag or go out to a local fast food restaurant. Classes end between 3 and 5.\nTo sign up for the three day Beginners classes in February (D session) :\nSend a check made out to The Guild of Metalsmiths to:\nGordon Barr agbarr@aol.com\n11021 27th Ave\nBurnsville\, MN 55337\n($180 for members\, $190 non members)
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/beginners-basic-blacksmithing-classes-d-session-february-8-2020/
LOCATION:Wasmund Shop-Cleveland MN\, 28275 464 Street\, Cleveland\, MN\, 56017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Gordon Barr":MAILTO:agbarr@metalsmith.org
GEO:44.2796492;-93.8321674
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