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SUMMARY:Beginners Basic Blacksmithing Classes - 'D' Session February 1\, 2020
DESCRIPTION:Beginners Basic Blacksmithing Classes – ‘D’ Session\, February 1\, 8\, and 15\, 2020 in Ramsey (MN School of Horseshoeing)\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-1-2020/
LOCATION:Wasmund Shop-Cleveland MN\, 28275 464 Street\, Cleveland\, MN\, 56017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Gordon Barr":MAILTO:agbarr@metalsmith.org
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SUMMARY:Scrolling Tongs Class 2020
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Dave Gavin \nIt was announced at the Christmas party that there will be a scrolling tongs class on the 25th of January. These tongs will be made in the same style as the previous tongs that Dave Gavin has taught – including the diamond shaped boss area.\nTools: Hammers\, tongs – various sizes\, & grinder. We will have a belt sander for finishing. \nLunch: will be the usual – you can bring something or go out.\nChampion: Jesse Gavin. Jagavin6273@hotmail.com\nRegister for this class by writing a check for $65 to The Guild of Metalsmiths and sending it to the address below:\nThe Guild of Metalsmiths\nN8214 330th St\nSpring Valley WI 54767
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/scrolling-tongs-class-2020/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200118T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200118T170000
DTSTAMP:20191101T174829Z
CREATED:20191101T173438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191101T174829Z
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SUMMARY:Beginners Basic Blacksmithing Classes - 'C' Session January 18\, 2020
DESCRIPTION:Beginners Basic Blacksmithing Classes – ‘C’ Session\, January 4\, 11\, and 18 in Ramsey (MN School of Horseshoeing)\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 January (C 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-c-session-january-18-2020/
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:20200111T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200111T170000
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CREATED:20191101T173242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191101T174635Z
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SUMMARY:Beginners Basic Blacksmithing Classes - "C" Session January 11\, 2020
DESCRIPTION:Beginners Basic Blacksmithing Classes – ‘C’ Session\, January 4\, 11\, and 18 in Ramsey (MN School of Horseshoeing)\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 January (C 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-c-session-january-11-2020/
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:20200104T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200104T170000
DTSTAMP:20191101T174734Z
CREATED:20191101T172837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191101T174734Z
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SUMMARY:Beginners Basic Blacksmithing Classes - "C" Session January 4\, 2020
DESCRIPTION:Beginners Basic Blacksmithing Classes – ‘C’ Session\, January 4\, 11\, and 18 in Ramsey (MN School of Horseshoeing)\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 January (C 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-c-session-january-4-2020/
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:20191208T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191208T170000
DTSTAMP:20191201T223552Z
CREATED:20191201T223519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191201T223552Z
UID:5116-1575806400-1575824400@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:December 2019 Membership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Annual TGoM holiday gathering Sunday\, December 8 at CSPS Hall in St. Paul\, MN\nJoin Guild of Metalsmiths friends and 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. \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/december-2019-membership-meeting/
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;TZID=America/Chicago:20191207T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191207T170000
DTSTAMP:20191101T171342Z
CREATED:20191001T171826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191101T171342Z
UID:5006-1575705600-1575738000@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:2019 Handled Struck Tools Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Instructors: Jesse and Dave Gavin\, Herb Fick\, and others\nClass size: max 8 students; minimum 6 students \nHandled Struck Tools \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 used will be 5/8 and 3/4 inch round 4140 AN for the punches and chisels. Handles will be fabricated from ¼ and or 5/16 round CRS.\nThe goal of the workshop is to produce students comfortable with the process of forging and heat treating tools from tool steel. The secondary goal is to have the students comfortable with the use of treadle hammers. We forge in the morning\, heat treat and install handles after lunch.\nWe’ve accepted that most 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”.\nPower grinders are supplied. Bring your favorite hammers and tongs suitable for the stock if you have them.\nLast year we used three different treadle hammers for the eight students. For reference\, probable students are invited to question former students including: Gene Thoma\, Bryan Carlson\, Kathleen Cantner\, Derrick Phillips\, Wayne Olson\, Jim Moenck\, or Bob Brown. This class has been going annually for quite a while and has always filled. Credit for that goes to the Jesse and Dave.\nTools and Equipment or other items to bring to the class: Bring favorite hammers and tongs or use ours.\nSafety Equipment: Cotton clothing\, gloves\, hearing protection\, safety glasses.\nLunch Arrangements: at local fast foods or bring your own\nTo register\, put your name\, phone number\, email and residential address on piece of paper\, fold it up with a check written to The Guild of Metalsmiths for $85 and send to Herb Fick\, who will manage the class.\nHerb Fick\n519 East Eighth Street\nNorthfield MN 55057-2508\nContact Herb with questions: 507 663 0569 or 507 649 1611 (cell)\nherb@phyque.com\nAcceptance priority for this class will be determined by postmark.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/2019-handled-struck-tools-workshop/
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:20191123T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191123T170000
DTSTAMP:20191123T204934Z
CREATED:20190901T130048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191123T204934Z
UID:4955-1574496000-1574528400@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Fireplace Tools Class 2019 cancelled!
DESCRIPTION:Instructors: Rich Herman/Larry Wasmund\nClass size: Maximum students: 10 Minimum students: 4 \nFireplace Tools \nThis class will be a creative class making tools for a fireplace or fire pit. You will create a fire poker\, an ash shovel\, and a hearth broom handle into which you will incorporate a whisk broom. The stock will be 3/8 square stock and there will be many handle choices from coils to twists and bottle openers that may be incorporated into the handles. Come one\, come all\, from beginners to advanced skills. All students get enough materials for three tools and a wall bracket. Time should allow finishing two for sure and most will complete all. \nTools and Equipment or other items participants are to bring to the class: Bring your favorite hammers and tools or use ours. We will have punches and chisels for decorating. \nSafety Equipment: Cotton clothing\, gloves\, hearing protection\, safety glasses. \nOther Equipment: None \nLunch Arrangements: on your own at local fast foods or bring your own \nTo register for this class\, send a check for $75 written to “Guild of Metalsmiths” and your contact information to: \nRich Herman\n12553 Danbury Way\nRosemount\, MN 55068 \nAcceptance priority for this class will be determined by postmark!
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/fireplace-tools-class-2019-cancelled/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Herman":MAILTO:richherman651@gmail.com
GEO:45.218009;-93.426719
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191116T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191117T160000
DTSTAMP:20191101T184255Z
CREATED:20190901T130008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191101T184255Z
UID:4961-1573893000-1574006400@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Joinery Class-Part One-2019
DESCRIPTION:Class champion: Derrick Phillips\nClass size: Maximum 8\, minimum 4 students\nThis is Part One of three in a Joinery class series. The overall courses are skills based\, to incorporate all that was learned in a class taken by the instructors and taught by Mark Aspery.\nIn this first 12 hours of instruction the student will learn the importance of proper tool making to accomplish successful joinery. We will concentrate this portion on forging tooling to perform ½” slot punching and drifting with ½” round and square drifts. The class is open to all students that have taken the beginners class. Understand that if the student has not had a year or so of reasonably consistent practice this class will be extra challenging.\nTo register for this class\, send a check written to The Guild of Metalsmiths for $120 to\nDerrick Phillips\n2461 Como Avenue\nSt. Paul MN 55108\nContact Derrick at with questions. derrick_phillips@q.com\nAcceptance priority for this class will be determined by postmark.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/joinery-class-part-one-2019/2019-11-16/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Derrick Phillips":MAILTO:derrick_phillips@q.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191102T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191116T170000
DTSTAMP:20191101T184434Z
CREATED:20190801T130017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191101T184434Z
UID:4966-1572681600-1573923600@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Beginners Basic Blacksmithing 3-Day Class-2019
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for the 2019 three day Beginners Blacksmithing classes – “B” session\nNovember 2\, 9\, and 16 at Larry Wasmund’s shop in Cleveland\, MN\n \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. Minors (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:\nSend a check made out to The Guild of Metalsmiths\, along with your complete contact info\, 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/beginners-basic-blacksmithing-3-day-class-2019/2019-11-02/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191026T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191026T163000
DTSTAMP:20190825T194605Z
CREATED:20190813T195353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190825T194605Z
UID:4928-1572080400-1572107400@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:2019 Oxy-Acetylene Welding Class-2 days
DESCRIPTION:Instructors: Myron Hanson\, Bob Brown\, “Bill the Welder” Krawczeski\, and Dick Carlson\nCost: $100 Guild member\, $120 nonmember\nMaximum students: 10\nNew to gas welding? Just want to brush up your basic skills? This class focuses on safety and hands-on learning. Students will be working at individual stations on a shared workbench\, with equipment and stock provided. If time permits\, bonus demonstrations will show advanced techniques and uses of the oxyacetylene torch.\nSafety requirements: Students should be prepared for sparks and melted/hot metal: common safety garb (leather footwear and cotton\, leather\, or wool clothing—no cuffs or frayed edges) plus eye protection with a #5 lens: goggles or glasses will work but a face shield with the #5 lens is highly recommended. If you wear corrective lenses\, bring those\, too. Cloth cap is optional\, gloves are recommended.\nTools and Equipment or other items participants are to bring to the class. all supplied\, though students may bring their own torch if they’d like.\nLunch Arrangements: students bring their lunch.\nTo register\, send a check written to “The Guild of Metalsmiths” and mail\, along with your contact information\, to:\nChristina Dodge\n17645 Baugh St NW\nRamsey\, MN 55303\nQuestions? Call (612) 741-9292 or email christina.guildmbr@gmail.com\nAcceptance priority for this class will be determined by postmark. Each person will be notified individually.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/2019-oxy-acetylene-welding-class-2-days/2019-10-26/
LOCATION:Myron Hanson’s Shop\, 4015 Dodd Rd\, Eagan\, MN\, 55123-1612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Christina Dodge":MAILTO:christina.guildmbr@gmail.com
GEO:44.811273;-93.115724
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191026T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191026T160000
DTSTAMP:20190813T200225Z
CREATED:20190813T195928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190813T200225Z
UID:4930-1572078600-1572105600@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:2019 Box Tongs Class
DESCRIPTION:Box Tongs \nInstructors: Larry Wasmund and others\nClass size: Maximum students: 7 Minimum students: 4\nThis class will teach those in attendance how to make a box style tongs. A box type tong gives you the most control in holding rectangular stock. We will be starting with ½ x 5/8 stock and making a tongs to hold a 1/2x 1 inch stock. There will be substantial amounts of drawing out on the reins and bit of this tongs. Students should have the dexterity for forging heavier stock. Students must know how to direct the movement of steel with a cross peen\, drawing out\, and riveting. Everyone will go home with a functioning tool.\nTools and Equipment or other items participants are to bring to the class. Bring your favorite hammer and a file\nSafety Equipment – Cotton Clothing\, Gloves\, Hearing protection\, safety Glasses.\nOther Equipment: None\nTo register for this class\, send a check written to The Guild of Metalsmiths for $75 to:\nLarry Wasmund 28275 464th Street Cleveland MN. 56017\nQuestions: Phone: Contact Larry Wasmund at 507 469-0205 email: poundedtreasures@gmail.com.\nAcceptance priority for this class will be determined by postmark.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/2019-box-tongs-class/
LOCATION:Wasmund Shop-Cleveland MN\, 28275 464 Street\, Cleveland\, MN\, 56017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Larry Wasmund":MAILTO:poundedtreasures@gmail.com
GEO:44.2796492;-93.8321674
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191019T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191019T200000
DTSTAMP:20191001T171011Z
CREATED:20190727T172057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191001T171011Z
UID:4911-1571479200-1571515200@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:2019-Bronze Pour-Day 3 of 3 Days-CANCELLED!
DESCRIPTION:Day 3-Saturday October 19\, 10 am – Evening: Pattern Preparation & Pour\nInstructors: Hicks\, Zadworny\, Bettenberg\nClass size: 4 to 6\nCost for all 3 days: $150 \nRegistration Due 9/22/19\nWe’ll be casting silicon bronze into two-part (cope and drag) sand molds from your pattern. For beginners\, a flat-backed sculpted clay pattern is recommended (see photo). However\, if you have something specific that you’d like to cast\, please reach out to Peter Bettenberg to discuss the project before registration.\nNOTE: this is a three-Saturday workshop. Please do not register unless you are confident of your ability to attend all three days. With nearly 16 hours of instruction and activity you will certainly gain knowledge and hopefully have fun in this multi-disciplinary event.\nSaturday\, October 5 we will look at examples and talk about ways of creating a pattern to maximize the chances of getting a successful casting. We will also give an overview of mold making\, including sprue and vent systems.\nSaturday\, October 12 will include ramming sand molds around your finished patterns.\nSaturday\, October 19 will be the day of the actual pour (weather permitting). First we will prepare the molds for the pour. This is also a chance to physically participate in a bronze pour if you are interested and able.\nAlso\, the grill will be going most of the day – bring your beverage of choice and something to share for an afternoon potluck.\nYou will need to bring: eye & ear protection\, leather gloves\, and wear proper clothing for metal work.\nTo register: Send your check made out to “The Guild of Metalsmiths” and contact information to:\nPeter Bettenberg\n1630 Demont Ave. East\nMaplewood\, MN 55109\nContact Peter with questions: bettenberg@hotmail.com or 651-777-5300\nAcceptance priority for the class is determined by postmark.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/2019-bronze-pour-day-3-of-3-days-cancelled/
LOCATION:Marty Hicks-Hixwerx\, 2223 Stewart Ave\, St. Paul\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Peter Bettenberg":MAILTO:bettenberg@hotmail.com
GEO:44.903868;-93.159426
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191012T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191012T163000
DTSTAMP:20191001T171129Z
CREATED:20190727T171658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191001T171129Z
UID:4909-1570870800-1570897800@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:2019-Bronze Pour-Day 2 of 3 Days-CANCELLED!
DESCRIPTION:Day 2-Saturday\, October 12\, 9:00 am – 4:30 pm: Mold Making (continued Sunday if necessary)\nInstructors: Hicks\, Zadworny\, Bettenberg\nClass size: 4 to 6 \nRegistration Due 9/22/19\nWe’ll be casting silicon bronze into two-part (cope and drag) sand molds from your pattern. For beginners\, a flat-backed sculpted clay pattern is recommended (see photo). However\, if you have something specific that you’d like to cast\, please reach out to Peter Bettenberg to discuss the project before registration.\nNOTE: this is a three-Saturday workshop. Please do not register unless you are confident of your ability to attend all three days. With nearly 16 hours of instruction and activity you will certainly gain knowledge and hopefully have fun in this multi-disciplinary event.\nSaturday\, October 5 we will look at examples and talk about ways of creating a pattern to maximize the chances of getting a successful casting. We will also give an overview of mold making\, including sprue and vent systems.\nSaturday\, October 12 will include ramming sand molds around your finished patterns.\nSaturday\, October 19 will be the day of the actual pour (weather permitting). First we will prepare the molds for the pour. This is also a chance to physically participate in a bronze pour if you are interested and able.\nAlso\, the grill will be going most of the day – bring your beverage of choice and something to share for an afternoon potluck.\nYou will need to bring: eye & ear protection\, leather gloves\, and wear proper clothing for metal work.\nTo register: Send your check made out to “The Guild of Metalsmiths” and contact information to:\nPeter Bettenberg\n1630 Demont Ave. East\nMaplewood\, MN 55109\nContact Peter with questions: bettenberg@hotmail.com or 651-777-5300\nAcceptance priority for the class is determined by postmark.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/2019-bronze-pour-day-2-of-3-days-cancelled/
LOCATION:Marty Hicks-Hixwerx\, 2223 Stewart Ave\, St. Paul\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Peter Bettenberg":MAILTO:bettenberg@hotmail.com
GEO:44.903868;-93.159426
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Marty Hicks-Hixwerx 2223 Stewart Ave St. Paul MN United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2223 Stewart Ave:geo:-93.159426,44.903868
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191009T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191009T210000
DTSTAMP:20191001T175424Z
CREATED:20191001T175424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191001T175424Z
UID:5013-1570645800-1570654800@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:October 2019 Membership Meeting-TGoM
DESCRIPTION:New venue for October TGoM membership meeting Wednesday\, Oct. 9!\nThe next all member bi-monthly meeting will be held October 9 at a new venue – Leonardo’s Basement. This is near the Crosstown/ 35W area. Plenty of street parking is available.\nSteve Jevning is the director and our host.\nLeonardo’s Basement is a one of a kind creative learning environment for “kids” of all ages to design and build from their imagination. The Guild recently installed a coal forge and is planning on having a “Taste of Blacksmithing” workshop soon. They also offer welding\, metal shop and wood shop workshops. Tom Latane’ will be demonstrating using the new forge. Gordon Barr\, agbarr@aol.com\, is the champion for this meeting. Put it on your calendar!\nLeonardo’s Basement\n150 West 60th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN 55419\nhttps://leonardosbasement.org/\nWednesday October 9\nPotluck at 6:30 followed by the program
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/october-2019-membership-meeting-tgom/
LOCATION:Leonardo’s Basement\, 150 West 60th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55419\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Gordon Barr":MAILTO:agbarr@metalsmith.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191005T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191005T160000
DTSTAMP:20191001T171246Z
CREATED:20190727T171124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191001T171246Z
UID:4906-1570280400-1570291200@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:2019-Bronze Pour-Day 1 of 3 days-ALL DAYS CANCELLED!
DESCRIPTION:Day 1. Saturday\, October 5\, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm\, Informational Session & Pattern Making Workshop\nInstructors: Hicks\, Zadworny\, Bettenberg\nClass size: 4 to 6\nCost: $150 for all 3 days \nRegistration Due 9/22/19\nWe’ll be casting silicon bronze into two-part (cope and drag) sand molds from your pattern. For beginners\, a flat-backed sculpted clay pattern is recommended (see photo). However\, if you have something specific that you’d like to cast\, please reach out to Peter Bettenberg to discuss the project before registration.\nNOTE: this is a three-Saturday workshop. Please do not register unless you are confident of your ability to attend all three days. With nearly 16 hours of instruction and activity you will certainly gain knowledge and hopefully have fun in this multi-disciplinary event.\nSaturday\, October 5 we will look at examples and talk about ways of creating a pattern to maximize the chances of getting a successful casting. We will also give an overview of mold making\, including sprue and vent systems.\nSaturday\, October 12 will include ramming sand molds around your finished patterns.\nSaturday\, October 19 will be the day of the actual pour (weather permitting). First we will prepare the molds for the pour. This is also a chance to physically participate in a bronze pour if you are interested and able.\nAlso\, the grill will be going most of the day – bring your beverage of choice and something to share for an afternoon potluck.\nYou will need to bring: eye & ear protection\, leather gloves\, and wear proper clothing for metal work.\nTo register: Send your check made out to “The Guild of Metalsmiths” and contact information to:\nPeter Bettenberg\n1630 Demont Ave. East\nMaplewood\, MN 55109\nContact Peter with questions: bettenberg@hotmail.com or 651-777-5300\nAcceptance priority for the class is determined by postmark.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/2019-bronze-pour-day-1-of-3-days-cancelled/
LOCATION:Marty Hicks-Hixwerx\, 2223 Stewart Ave\, St. Paul\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Peter Bettenberg":MAILTO:bettenberg@hotmail.com
GEO:44.903868;-93.159426
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191005T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191005T170000
DTSTAMP:20190903T222424Z
CREATED:20190801T131011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190903T222424Z
UID:4934-1570262400-1570294800@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:2019 Beginners Blacksmithing 3-Day Class
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for the 2019 three day Beginners Blacksmithing classes\nOctober 5\, 12\, 19 in Ramsey (MN School of Horseshoeing) \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. Minors (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:\nSend a check made out to The Guild of Metalsmiths\, along with your complete contact info\, 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/2019-beginners-blacksmithing-3-day-class/2019-10-05/
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:20190920T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190920T153000
DTSTAMP:20190820T215708Z
CREATED:20190702T214140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T215708Z
UID:4900-1568970000-1568993400@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:2019 Pre-Conference Class-Day 2 of 2 Days is FULL!
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Valerie Ostenak\, www.valerieostenak.com  \nSimple Curling Ribbon \nClass size: minimum 8\, maximum 15. \nDuring this two-day class\, guest instructor Valerie Ostenak will share the finesse of using hammer and anvil to cold-forge a sculptural neckpiece\, bracelet\, and earrings from non-ferrous metal. Copper wire of different gauges will be provided. Students may opt to bring silver.\nAs no forge work is needed and lighter hammers will be used\, a wide range of skill levels can be accommodated\, though basic beginner blacksmith skills are suggested as a pre-requisite for this class. Ms Ostenak’s project design can challenge intermediate and accomplished smiths as well.\nStudents should bring hammer and anvil. Borrowing an anvil might be a possibility; ask while registering. Dressing the hammer to a mirror-polish is one of the class activities. A few smaller tools will be detailed in an acceptance letter. There will be a buffing machine for shared use\, and a belt grinder.\nSet-up Wednesday evening or Thursday morning. Camping is available on-site. Equipment will need to be moved out Friday directly after class to make room for the Fall Conference weekend’s events. Plan to stay for the Friday evening conference kick-off: slide presentation by Valerie Ostenak\, potluck dinner\, and The Guild of Metalsmiths’ gallery opening!\nSafety glasses are mandatory\, as is proper clothing and protection for cold hammering\, machine buffing and grinding. (Natural fiber clothing & footwear. Sleeves\, shirttails\, and long hair should all be kept constrained so as not to catch in machinery.)\nQuestions? Contact:\nRichard Zielike\, (952) 983-0681\, richard@edinaclock.com\nTo register\, mail a check for $120 written to “The Guild of Metalsmiths” along with your contact information to:\nRichard Zielike\n5720 Lois Lane\nEdina\, MN 55439\nAcceptance priority for this class will be determined by postmark and will be confirmed by email or snail mail. *Guild members have priority.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/2019-pre-conference-class-day-2-of-2-days-is-full/
LOCATION:Pierce County Fairgrounds\, 364 N Maple St.\, Ellsworth\, WI\, 55033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
GEO:44.63343;-92.835444
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Pierce County Fairgrounds 364 N Maple St. Ellsworth WI 55033 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=364 N Maple St.:geo:-92.835444,44.63343
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190919T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190919T170000
DTSTAMP:20190820T215755Z
CREATED:20190702T213931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T215755Z
UID:4897-1568883600-1568912400@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:2019 Pre-Conference Class-2 days is FULL!
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Valerie Ostenak\, www.valerieostenak.com  \nSimple Curling Ribbon \nClass size: minimum 8\, maximum 15. \nDuring this two-day class\, guest instructor Valerie Ostenak will share the finesse of using hammer and anvil to cold-forge a sculptural neckpiece\, bracelet\, and earrings from non-ferrous metal. Copper wire of different gauges will be provided. Students may opt to bring silver.\nAs no forge work is needed and lighter hammers will be used\, a wide range of skill levels can be accommodated\, though basic beginner blacksmith skills are suggested as a pre-requisite for this class. Ms Ostenak’s project design can challenge intermediate and accomplished smiths as well.\nStudents should bring hammer and anvil. Borrowing an anvil might be a possibility; ask while registering. Dressing the hammer to a mirror-polish is one of the class activities. A few smaller tools will be detailed in an acceptance letter. There will be a buffing machine for shared use\, and a belt grinder.\nSet-up Wednesday evening or Thursday morning. Camping is available on-site. Equipment will need to be moved out Friday directly after class to make room for the Fall Conference weekend’s events. Plan to stay for the Friday evening conference kick-off: slide presentation by Valerie Ostenak\, potluck dinner\, and The Guild of Metalsmiths’ gallery opening!\nSafety glasses are mandatory\, as is proper clothing and protection for cold hammering\, machine buffing and grinding. (Natural fiber clothing & footwear. Sleeves\, shirttails\, and long hair should all be kept constrained so as not to catch in machinery.)\nQuestions? Contact:\nRichard Zielike\, (952) 983-0681\, richard@edinaclock.com\nTo register\, mail a check for $120 written to “The Guild of Metalsmiths” along with your contact information to:\nRichard Zielike\n5720 Lois Lane\nEdina\, MN 55439\nAcceptance priority for this class will be determined by postmark and will be confirmed by email or snail mail. *Guild members have priority.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/2019-pre-conference-class-2-days-is-full/
LOCATION:Pierce County Fairgrounds\, 364 N Maple St.\, Ellsworth\, WI\, 55033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
GEO:44.63343;-92.835444
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Pierce County Fairgrounds 364 N Maple St. Ellsworth WI 55033 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=364 N Maple St.:geo:-92.835444,44.63343
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190907T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190908T170000
DTSTAMP:20190702T213143Z
CREATED:20190702T212720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190702T213143Z
UID:4887-1567846800-1567962000@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:6-inch Lancashire-style Hacksaw Class 2019
DESCRIPTION:Instructors: Martin Pansch\, Jim Ericksen\, Tom Sanders \nLancaster hacksaw \nClass size: Maximum students: 8 Minimum students: 4\nClass description:\nWhether you are looking for an addition to your period demonstration kit or just want to add some class to your 5-gallon bucket the Lancashire style hacksaw is just the dapper tool you have been looking for. In this class we will be making a 6-inch version of this classic style hacksaw (see photo) using mostly traditional techniques. We will be forging the frame\, drilling then drifting the hole square\, forging and cutting threads in a tensioning bolt and wing nut\, and filling the whole lot to a nice finish. Finally we will be burning a tang into a wooden handle and peening the tang. We will be working with relatively small stock (1/4″ thick) so one doesn’t have to be terribly strong but being able to forge to dimension and accurately split stock with a slitter or hot cut is necessary. We may use striking and top tools to facilitate some steps but it is not required. Students who successfully complete this class should have no problem scaling the process up to make a larger saw on their own if they wish. This is a class for intermediate to advance students.\nTools and Equipment or other items participants are to bring to the class:\nForging hammer\, tongs for ¼” and 3/16″ flat\, 3/8″ and ½” square\, ½” round\, hacksaw (ironic\, I know)\, slitter/hot cut\, ¼” or 3/8″ spring fuller or top and bottom fullers\, ¼” square drift\, ¼” tap and die (match threads preferably)\, set hammer\, sledge hammer\, a flatter\, a scrap of leather to keep from marring the near finished saw while in the vise\, hot rasp\, and a good selection of files (flat\, half round\, round bastards).\nSafety Equipment: Safety glasses\, ear plugs\, work gloves.\nSpecial Instructions: Limited accommodations available at the Pansch farm. Camping on site also available.\nLunch Arrangements: Either bring your own meals or we will figure out a collective feeding plan.\nTo register for this class\, send a check for $125 written out to The Guild of Metalsmiths to:\nMartin Pansch\n201 Nevada Street\nNorthfield\, MN 55057\nContact Martin at blacksmithingyeti@gmail.com or (612) 599-4762 with questions.\nAcceptance priority for this class will be determined by postmark.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/6-inch-lancashire-style-hacksaw-class-2019/
LOCATION:Pansch Farm\, 8760 Yale Avenue\, Young America\, MN\, 55397\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Martin Pansch":MAILTO:blacksmithingyeti@gmail.com
GEO:44.8468561;-93.9907984
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Pansch Farm 8760 Yale Avenue Young America MN 55397 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=8760 Yale Avenue:geo:-93.9907984,44.8468561
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190906T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190907T170000
DTSTAMP:20190614T211331Z
CREATED:20190614T211226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190614T211331Z
UID:4873-1567760400-1567875600@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:2019 Demo Op: Lamberton Hot Iron Days
DESCRIPTION:Contact Bob Brown to volunteer for this event. Bob says: “Mould making for cast iron pour Friday 10 am-4 pm. Pour at 10 pm Mould making Sat. 10. starting about 8:30-9:00. Pouring cast iron mid afternoon. Demo opportunities Sat.\, outside.”
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/2019-demo-op-lamberton-hot-iron-days/
LOCATION:Lamberton Hot Iron Days\, lamberton\, MN\, 56152\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Brown":MAILTO:bbrown474@msn.com
GEO:44.2310676;-95.2641639
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190824T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190824T170000
DTSTAMP:20190801T203205Z
CREATED:20190702T212231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190801T203205Z
UID:4885-1566637200-1566666000@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Knife Tongs Class 2019 IS FULL!
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Paul Widenhoefer and whomever I can pester into helping out \nKnife Tongs \nClass size: 8 max-6 min. Parent child combos encouraged \nDescription: Do you like knives and fire? Sorry\, dumb question. Have you thought about making knives but don’t feel that you have the tools to start? Well this is the class for you! This class is designed for the person new to blacksmithing or knifemaking looking for a variety of tongs for the different aspects of knifemaking\, but is money- conscious (buying new tongs is expensive!). You can expect to leave the class with up to 5 working tongs. We will be starting with tongs blanks from Ken’s Custom Iron. They have allowed me to bundle a set of tongs that is geared for the knifemaker\, but could be used by any new blacksmith. We will tailor the tongs for the different aspects of knifemaking. \nTools needed: Favorite hammer\, files\, wire brush\, safety gear (cotton clothes\, eye/ ear protection\, boots\, gloves)\nLunch: bring your own or eat at one of the local establishments.\nRegistration: Send checks made out to Guild of Metalsmiths for $120\, along with your contact information\, to\nPaul Widenhoefer\n3618 Robin Lane\nMinnetonka\, MN 55305\nAny questions\, please call Paul at 952-930-0070 or email at pwidenhoefer@gmail.com\nAcceptance priority for this class will be determined by postmark.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/knife-tongs-class-2019-is-full/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190816T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190818T170000
DTSTAMP:20190702T211319Z
CREATED:20190614T210902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190702T211319Z
UID:4871-1565946000-1566147600@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:2019 Demo Op: Nowthen Threshing Show
DESCRIPTION:Contact Christina Dodge at 612-741-9292 or christina.guildmbr@gmail.com to volunteer for this event. \nThis is open to all Guild members. Also the Nowthen Historical Power Association has their spring tractor pull that Saturday so the grounds will be open for all. We’ll ask Guild members to sign up ahead of time to demonstrate (to make sure we’re fully staffed)\, but we can usually accommodate drop-ins\, too. In the past we have had a sign up sheet at the August Guild meeting and distribute an event pass. No costumes are needed. Forging stations are provided in a covered building that accommodates the public as well as the demonstrators.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/2019-demo-op-nowthen-threshing-show/
LOCATION:Nowthen Historical Power Association Blacksmith Shop\, 7415 Old Viking Blvd\, Nowthen\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Christina Dodge":MAILTO:christina.guildmbr@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190814T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190814T200000
DTSTAMP:20190702T211801Z
CREATED:20190702T211801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190702T211801Z
UID:4883-1565769600-1565812800@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:August 2019 Membership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Next TGoM membership meeting set for Wednesday\, August 14\nVenue: The Dan and LuAnn Pate estate.\nThe Date: Second Wednesday in August.\nTime: Serving at 6:30 pm\, business meeting following dinner (brief). Activities start about 8 AM. Lunch is on your own; sometimes we miss it. \nDemo:\nRight now I have two offers for a demo. Both are pretty extensive\, and if we can swing it\, one will be before dinner and one following.\n1. The hatchet with welded bit\, Derrick\n2. Bolt tongs\, Brendon\nBoth have offered a demo complete with a story board and extensive preparation. Both have a striker arranged.\nMyron has offered a smithing station.\nDan will have tools you have never dreamed of (Dan always has something new to share).\nThe menu is a lot like last year’s because no one has offered an alternative.\nDick Carlson has offered the corn roast.\nHerb has offered the protein (Still pork and if you ask nicely\, chicken). Jim and Gary and perhaps Seth and one or two others will bail out Herb who is always a bit over-extended with the pig part of the deal.\nVegetables\, salads\, sweets\, drinks and interesting stuff like pickled pike bits seem to reliably show up.\nHere is the pitch:\nPeople who come early (like 8 AM) have the option to help clean up the Pate estate and enjoy the comradery of the sort of folk who enjoy contributing to the pleasure of the evening. Last year Wendy did mowing and Tom was group arborist. Others learn to handle exotic cars while moving them out of our way. For years we have enjoyed this venue and for years while cleaning up the next day I have asked Dan “How about doing this again some time?” And Dan says “Yes\, let’s.”\nPlus Myron will offer the use of his forge from sort of noon on.\nSo far\, there are no tricks on the route to Dan’s. Hiway 56 and 357th street. Dennison MN.\n— Herb Fick\, Champion of Champions!
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/august-2019-membership-meeting/
LOCATION:Dan Pate’s Shop\, 35730 Hiway 56 Blvd\, Dennison\, MN\, 55018\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Upcoming
GEO:44.4134293;-92.9877975
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Dan Pate’s Shop 35730 Hiway 56 Blvd Dennison MN 55018 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=35730 Hiway 56 Blvd:geo:-92.9877975,44.4134293
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190809T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190811T170000
DTSTAMP:20190614T210411Z
CREATED:20190614T210411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190614T210411Z
UID:4869-1565341200-1565542800@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:2019 Demo Op: Almelund Threshing Show
DESCRIPTION:Contact Jim Moenck to volunteer for this event.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/2019-demo-op-almelund-threshing-show/
LOCATION:Almelund\, 17760 ST. Croix Trail\, Taylor's Falls\, MN\, 55084\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Moenck":MAILTO:jrmoenck@yahoo.com
GEO:45.46483;-92.743129
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Almelund 17760 ST. Croix Trail Taylor's Falls MN 55084 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=17760 ST. Croix Trail:geo:-92.743129,45.46483
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190726T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190728T170000
DTSTAMP:20190614T210105Z
CREATED:20190614T210105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190614T210105Z
UID:4867-1564131600-1564333200@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:2019 Demo Op: Little Log House Antique Power Show
DESCRIPTION:Contact Dick Carlson to volunteer for this 3-day event. Plan to spend all three days\, or just one or two. Friday usually includes a potluck supper at the blacksmith shop after the crowds of spectators have left at 5 pm. Dick can be reached by phone at 651-437-3329. Let him know at least a week before the event so he can have passes and meal tickets ready for the volunteers.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/2019-demo-op-little-log-house-antique-power-show/
LOCATION:Pierce County Fairgrounds\, 364 N Maple St.\, Ellsworth\, WI\, 55033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Dick Carlson":MAILTO:blacksmith@onlinecarlson.com
GEO:44.63343;-92.835444
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Pierce County Fairgrounds 364 N Maple St. Ellsworth WI 55033 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=364 N Maple St.:geo:-92.835444,44.63343
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190724T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190727T170000
DTSTAMP:20190614T205443Z
CREATED:20190614T205443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190614T205443Z
UID:4865-1563958800-1564246800@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:2019 Demo Op: Rock County Fair
DESCRIPTION:Contact Larry Wasmund to volunteer for this event. Larry says “I would allow others to demonstrate using my trailer. Volunteers need to bring only themselves. I provide all equipment. Goods may be sold on site. No costumes are required.”
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/2019-demo-op-rock-county-fair/
LOCATION:Rock County Fair\, 802 Blue Mound Rd\, Luverne\, MN\, 56156-1354\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Larry Wasmund":MAILTO:poundedtreasures@gmail.com
GEO:43.6617747;-96.2027401
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Rock County Fair 802 Blue Mound Rd Luverne MN 56156-1354 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=802 Blue Mound Rd:geo:-96.2027401,43.6617747
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190716T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190721T170000
DTSTAMP:20190614T204835Z
CREATED:20190614T204835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190614T204835Z
UID:4863-1563267600-1563728400@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:2019 Demo Op: Rice County Fair
DESCRIPTION:Rice County Fair in Faribault\, MN. Contact Lou Groth to volunteer for this event. Lou has the details and has been the champion for five years. Call Lou at 952-240-7829.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/2019-demo-op-rice-county-fair/
LOCATION:Rice County Fair\, Faribault\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Lou Groth":MAILTO:loug_33@yahoo.com
GEO:44.2949636;-93.268827
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190614T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190616T170000
DTSTAMP:20190302T032421Z
CREATED:20190302T032421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190302T032421Z
UID:4837-1560499200-1560704400@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Spring 2019 Hammer-In
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, June 14: 7:30-11:00pm\, Saturday\, June 15: All Day\, Sunday\,June 16: 8am till 4:00 pm\nHot stuff will be happening at the annual Spring Hammer-in taking place at the Nowthen Historical Power Association Blacksmith Shop where we will focus our efforts on the Fall Conference contest: trivets. Come and hang out with a bunch of your friends\, make new friends\, and share/learn some new skills. \n\nBeginners/Newbies welcome to come and try your hand at smithing\nCamping on-site is available Friday & Saturday night on primitive sites – port-a-potties on site\nFive forges are open for use Ö Coal will be provided\nBring any examples you have to share with others Ö Bring your own tools if you have them. Some limited steel stock is available\, but if you need specific sizes feel free to bring your own steel\, scrap pieces ok.\n\nThis year we will have some demonstrations and discussions of trivets in preparation for the contest at this year’s Madness (Fall Conference.) Questions about how to design or build a trivet? This event will hopefully give you some inspiration to help you to come up with your own design for the Fall Conference contest and help you learn how to make it.\nIf you have some skills in the creation of a trivet and would like to demo or have any questions about the event\, please contact: Rich Herman at 651-322-1623 or at richherman651@gmail.com.\nThere is no charge to participate in this event. The Nowthen Power Show grounds are located at 7415 Old Viking Blvd\, Nowthen\, MN. Additional details will be provided next month.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/spring-2019-hammer-in/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190601T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190601T170000
DTSTAMP:20190429T165018Z
CREATED:20190429T164748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190429T165018Z
UID:4851-1559379600-1559408400@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Fancy Twisting Class 2019 is FULL!
DESCRIPTION:Instructors: Martin Pansch\, 612-599-4762\, blacksmithingyeti@gmail.com\\nJim Erickson\, 612-868-2050\, jimbohotep@yahoo.com\nClass size: Maximum students: 8 Minimum students: 4 \n“Fancy” twists \nClass description: In 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. Lunch will be provided. \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: the usual for forging with coal: safety glasses\, hearing protection\, clothing of natural fiber with no cuffs or fraying\, and leather boots or shoes. \nIf you have questions\, contact the class champion\, Martin Masters 651-285-8731 mastersmw@yahoo.com \nAcceptance priority for this class will be determined by postmark.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/fancy-twisting-class-2019-is-full/
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
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Pansch Farm 8760 Yale Avenue Young America MN 55397 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=8760 Yale Avenue:geo:-93.9907984,44.8468561
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