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SUMMARY:Volunteer Op: Lamberton Hot Iron Days 2022
DESCRIPTION:Contact Bob Brown to volunteer to help out at Lamberton Hot Iron Days on September 9-10\, 2022
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/volunteer-op-lamberton-hot-iron-days-2022-2/
LOCATION:Lamberton Hot Iron Days\, lamberton\, MN\, 56152\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Brown":MAILTO:bbrown474@msn.com
GEO:44.2310676;-95.2641639
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220909T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220909T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220405T214117Z
UID:5424-1662714000-1662742800@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Op: Lamberton Hot Iron Days 2022
DESCRIPTION:Contact Bob Brown to volunteer to help out at Lamberton Hot Iron Days on Sept. 9-10\, 2022.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/volunteer-op-lamberton-hot-iron-days-2022/
LOCATION:Lamberton Hot Iron Days\, lamberton\, MN\, 56152\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Brown":MAILTO:bbrown474@msn.com
GEO:44.2310676;-95.2641639
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220904T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220904T170000
DTSTAMP:20220405T214729Z
CREATED:20220405T214729Z
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UID:5427-1662282000-1662310800@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Op: Rice County Steam & Gas Days 2022
DESCRIPTION:Contact Martin Pansch to volunteer to help out at Rice County Steam & Gas Days on Sept. 2-4\, 2022.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/volunteer-op-rice-county-steam-gas-days-2022-3/
LOCATION:Rice County Steam & Gas Engine Show grounds\, Highway 3\, Dundas\, MN\, 55019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Martin Pansch":MAILTO:blacksmithingyeti@gmail.com
GEO:44.4031876;-93.2171554
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220903T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220903T170000
DTSTAMP:20220405T215005Z
CREATED:20220405T215005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220405T215005Z
UID:5428-1662195600-1662224400@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Op: Rice County Steam & Gas Days 2022
DESCRIPTION:Contact Martin Pansch to volunteer to help out at Rice County Steam & Gas Days on Sept. 2-4\, 2022.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/volunteer-op-rice-county-steam-gas-days-2022-4/
LOCATION:Rice County Steam & Gas Engine Show grounds\, Highway 3\, Dundas\, MN\, 55019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Martin Pansch":MAILTO:blacksmithingyeti@gmail.com
GEO:44.4031876;-93.2171554
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220902T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220902T170000
DTSTAMP:20220405T213948Z
CREATED:20220405T213948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220405T213948Z
UID:5423-1662109200-1662138000@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Op: Rice County Steam & Gas Days 2022
DESCRIPTION:Contact Martin Pansch to volunteer to help out at Rice County Steam & Gas Days on Sept. 2-4\, 2022.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/volunteer-op-rice-county-steam-gas-days-2022/
LOCATION:Rice County Steam & Gas Engine Show grounds\, Highway 3\, Dundas\, MN\, 55019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Martin Pansch":MAILTO:blacksmithingyeti@gmail.com
GEO:44.4031876;-93.2171554
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220819
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220822
DTSTAMP:20220430T223420Z
CREATED:20220405T213539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220430T223420Z
UID:5421-1660867200-1661126399@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Op: Nowthen Threshing Show 2022
DESCRIPTION:Contact Christina Dodge to volunteer to help out at the Nowthen Threshing Show in Nowthen MN on August 19-21\, 2022.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/volunteer-op-nowthen-threshing-show-2022/
LOCATION:Nowthen Historical Power Association Blacksmith Shop\, 7415 Old Viking Blvd\, Nowthen\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Christina Dodge":MAILTO:christina.guildmbr@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220819
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220822
DTSTAMP:20220430T223510Z
CREATED:20220405T213750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220430T223510Z
UID:5422-1660867200-1661126399@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Op: Butterfield Threshermen's Days 2022
DESCRIPTION:Contact Larry Wasmund to volunteer to help out at the Butterfield Threshermen’s Days on August 19-21\, 2022.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/volunteer-op-butterfield-threshermens-days-2022/
LOCATION:Butterfield Threshing Bee\, 103 2nd St\, Butterfield\, MN\, 56120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Larry Wasmund":MAILTO:poundedtreasures@gmail.com
GEO:44.0507296;-94.8394166
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220812
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220815
DTSTAMP:20220430T223312Z
CREATED:20220405T213329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220430T223312Z
UID:5420-1660262400-1660521599@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Op: Almelund Threshing Show 2022
DESCRIPTION:Contact Patrick Sullivan to volunteer to help out at the Almelund Threshing Show August 12-14\, 2022.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/volunteer-op-almelund-threshing-show-2022/
LOCATION:Almelund\, 17760 ST. Croix Trail\, Taylor's Falls\, MN\, 55084\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Patrick Sullivan":MAILTO:smokiemilo@gmail.com
GEO:45.46483;-92.743129
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220810T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220810T203000
DTSTAMP:20220701T211816Z
CREATED:20220521T212401Z
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SUMMARY:August 10 TGoM Membership Meeting 2022
DESCRIPTION:The Venue: The Pate Estate. ( I like the alliteration) 35730 Highway 56 Blvd\, Dennison MN 55018\nThe Hosts: LuAnn and Dan Pate. This might be the seventeenth time we have been there.\nThe Date: Second Wednesday in August. (August 10)\nThe Time: Serving at 6:30 pm. Business meeting following dinner (brief). Activities start about 8 AM.\nVolunteers and curious people start showing up before nine o’clock. Lunch is on your own\, sometimes it just doesn’t even happen. Sometimes it is at a bar in Randolph\, Cannon Falls or Dennison. Last year the Merritts seemed to take care of it.\nThe Demo:\nHerb has not obtained a demonstrator yet. Herb has in recent past talked Seth Merritt and Brendan Stevens to demonstrate\, attempting to showcase the young talent we have. (Note that people have rarely walked away from these demonstrations.) Herb is looking for a bit of guidance on this to see if this is a durable concept. We have also had vendors like Ken’s Iron and Hossfeld the last couple of years. Those demonstrations also got a lot of attention.\nMyron has offered a smithing station that will be available for the demonstrators and for teaching experience from noon on.)\nDan will have tools you have never dreamed of (Dan always has something new to share).\nThe menu is a lot like last years because no one has offered an alternative.\nLarry Sorensen has offered the corn roast. I suspect Dick Carlson helps in some way\, he just doesn’t take credit for it..\nHerb 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\, sweets\, drinks and interesting stuff like pickled pike bits seem to reliably show up. That is the responsibility of the members for a normal potluck\, except this is not really normal. Remember\, Dick Carlson started this\, and we need to keep it going.\nThis is also a good night to bring family and friends. It helps explain why our kind of people gather together. A lot has been going on\, so show-and-tell should be really good and difficult to keep moving along. The corn roast started out as “Family Night.”\nHere is the pitch for the help that it takes in addition to the stellar and consistent efforts put in by the Gavin crew for the meal.\nPeople who come early (like 8 AM to noon) 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. 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?” And Dan says “Yes\, let’s.”\nPeople take note of this last paragraph... I have used it for several years in a row with amazing results. I really need more than a few people to step up. Particularly\, we need people if the weather looks threatening. Dan has invested in a large party tent that takes some effort to assemble. We will not use it if the weather is good\, but it will save the day if it rains. (That has happened once.) We have always managed to leave the Pate estate looking pretty good. Please contact me about your willingness to help. Best to call my cell because I expect to see Northern Minnesota\, Montana\, Wyoming\, Idaho and South Dakota between now and then. (507 649 1611)\nSo far\, there are no tricks on the route to Dan’s. HiWay 56 and 357th street. Dennison MN.The road is patrolled. I did a practice pig last Saturday!
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/august-10-tgom-membership-meeting-2022/
LOCATION:Dan Pate’s Shop\, 35730 Hiway 56 Blvd\, Dennison\, MN\, 55018\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Upcoming
GEO:44.4134293;-92.9877975
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220729
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220801
DTSTAMP:20220430T223008Z
CREATED:20220405T213115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220430T223008Z
UID:5419-1659052800-1659311999@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Op: Little Log House Antique Power Show 2022
DESCRIPTION:Contact Dick Carlson to volunteer to help out at the Little Log House Antique Power Show July 29-31.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/volunteer-op-little-log-house-antique-power-show-2022/
LOCATION:Little Log House Power Show Grounds\, Hastings\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Dick Carlson":MAILTO:blacksmith@onlinecarlson.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220720
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220725
DTSTAMP:20220430T222704Z
CREATED:20220405T212720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220430T222704Z
UID:5418-1658275200-1658707199@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Op: Rice County Fair\, 2022
DESCRIPTION:Contact Lou Groth to volunteer to help out at the Rice County Fair in Faribault\, MN\, July 20-24\, 2022.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/volunteer-op-rice-county-fair-2022/
LOCATION:Rice County Fair\, Faribault\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Lou Groth":MAILTO:loug_33@yahoo.com
GEO:44.2949636;-93.268827
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220716T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220716T200000
DTSTAMP:20220430T220226Z
CREATED:20220405T210721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220430T220226Z
UID:5413-1657965600-1658001600@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Bronze Pour Workshop 3 of 3\, 2022--POSTPONED!
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 25\, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm\, Informational Session & Pattern Making Workshop (Class 1 of 3)\nSaturday\, July 9\, 9:00 am – 4:30 pm: Mold Making (continued Sunday if necessary) (Class 2 of 3)\nSaturday July 16\, 10 am – Evening: Mold Preparation & Pour (Class 3 of 3)\nInstructors: Hicks\, Bettenberg\, Brockman\, Zadworny\nClass size: 4 – 6\nRegistration Due June 11\, 2022\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 discuss the project before registration (costs may be over and above the basic class fee for individually tailored projects).\nNOTE: this is a three-Saturday workshop. Please do not register unless you are confident you will attend all three days. Pattern making\, mold making\, and casting metal are arts with no guarantees\, but you will certainly gain knowledge and hopefully have fun in this multi-disciplinary event.\nSaturday\, June 25 we will look at examples and talk about ways of creating a pattern to get a successful casting. We will also give an overview of mold making\, including sprue and vent systems.\nSaturday\, July 9 we’ll ram sand molds around your finished patterns. Bring lunch or there are places nearby.\nSaturday\, July 16 will be the day of the actual pour (weather permitting). First we will prepare the molds. You’ll have the opportunity to be on the pour crew. Before leaving\, you’ll cut the sprues and vents off your casting. You’re on your own for the finishing work. Bring lunch or there are places nearby.\nSafety First! You will need to bring: eye & ear protection\, leather gloves\, and wear proper clothing for metal work (leather\, cotton\, or wool).\nThis is an inclusive space. All identities are welcome. Please check your politics at the door. We’re here to have a good time and cast metal!\nTo register\, send your check made out to “The Guild of Metalsmiths” and contact information to:\nMarty Hicks\n2223 Stewart Ave.\nSt. Paul\, MN 55116\nContact Marty with questions: hixwerx@gmail.com or 651-492-0899\nAcceptance priority for the class is determined by postmark.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/bronze-pour-workshop-3-of-3-2022-postponed/
LOCATION:Marty Hicks-Hixwerx\, 2223 Stewart Ave\, St. Paul\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Marty Hicks":MAILTO:marty@hixwerx.com
GEO:44.903868;-93.159426
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220716T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220716T170000
DTSTAMP:20220701T212253Z
CREATED:20220701T212253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220701T212253Z
UID:5448-1657962000-1657990800@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Bottle Opener Class 2022
DESCRIPTION:Maximum students: 8 Minimum students: 4 Cost: $50\nInstructor: Martin Pansch\nLocation: The Pansch Farm\, 8750 Yale Avenue\, Young America\, MN 55397\nHow many times have you been sitting in your lounge chair with a cold bottled beverage in your hand and suddenly realized that you had lost your bottle opener? How many times have you cut your delicate hands with a twist top that was installed by malicious robots in the production lines\, bent on world domination? How many times have you had a lit fire in your forge and wanted something quick and easy to make\, but had run out of ideas? Well\, the upcoming bottle opener class is the answer to your problems! With the help of the esteemed Martin (The Blacksmithing Yeti) Pansch and Jim (Jimbohotep) Erickson as well as my lowly self\, Marty (Martiñ Fiero) Masters\, and perhaps we will teach you to turn your old lag bolts and metal scraps into beautiful\, artistic creations that will amaze your friends and family\, and defeat that dastardly bottle cap!\nSkill Level: Beginners and novices are welcome.\nTechniques: We will be practicing slot punching\, opening a slot into a circle\, forging tapers\, various decorative twists\, and using top tools for functional and decorative elements.\nLunch: Bring Your Own\nBring: Your favorite hammer and water.\nSafety equipment: safety glasses and ear protection ARE MANDATORY. Other safety equipment may include: leather apron\, cotton clothing\, pants\, and leather shoes.\nTools: Besides a forging hammer folks might want tongs for 1/4″ flat stock and 1/2″ square stock\, a 1/8″ x 3/4″ slot punch\, hot rasp\, rat tail file\, and a twisting wrench. No tools are required\, but if you have ‘em\, bring ‘em.\nTo register for this workshop: send a check for $50 made out to Guild of Metalsmiths AND your contact info to:\nMartin Masters 395 Bucher Ave Shoreview\, MN 55126 mastersmw@yahoo.com 651-493-8930 (h) 651-285-8731 (c)\nAcceptance priority for this class will be determined by postmark.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/bottle-opener-class-2022/
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:20220709T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220709T163000
DTSTAMP:20220430T220429Z
CREATED:20220405T210509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220430T220429Z
UID:5412-1657357200-1657384200@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Bronze Pour Workshop 2 of 3\, 2022 POSTPONED!
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 25\, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm\, Informational Session & Pattern Making Workshop (Class 1 of 3)\nSaturday\, July 9\, 9:00 am – 4:30 pm: Mold Making (continued Sunday if necessary) (Class 2 of 3)\nSaturday July 16\, 10 am – Evening: Mold Preparation & Pour (Class 3 of 3)\nInstructors: Hicks\, Bettenberg\, Brockman\, Zadworny\nClass size: 4 – 6\nRegistration Due June 11\, 2022\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 discuss the project before registration (costs may be over and above the basic class fee for individually tailored projects).\nNOTE: this is a three-Saturday workshop. Please do not register unless you are confident you will attend all three days. Pattern making\, mold making\, and casting metal are arts with no guarantees\, but you will certainly gain knowledge and hopefully have fun in this multi-disciplinary event.\nSaturday\, June 25 we will look at examples and talk about ways of creating a pattern to get a successful casting. We will also give an overview of mold making\, including sprue and vent systems.\nSaturday\, July 9 we’ll ram sand molds around your finished patterns. Bring lunch or there are places nearby.\nSaturday\, July 16 will be the day of the actual pour (weather permitting). First we will prepare the molds. You’ll have the opportunity to be on the pour crew. Before leaving\, you’ll cut the sprues and vents off your casting. You’re on your own for the finishing work. Bring lunch or there are places nearby.\nSafety First! You will need to bring: eye & ear protection\, leather gloves\, and wear proper clothing for metal work (leather\, cotton\, or wool).\nThis is an inclusive space. All identities are welcome. Please check your politics at the door. We’re here to have a good time and cast metal!\nTo register\, send your check made out to “The Guild of Metalsmiths” and contact information to:\nMarty Hicks\n2223 Stewart Ave.\nSt. Paul\, MN 55116\nContact Marty with questions: hixwerx@gmail.com or 651-492-0899\nAcceptance priority for the class is determined by postmark.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/bronze-pour-workshop-2-of-3-2022-postponed/
LOCATION:Marty Hicks-Hixwerx\, 2223 Stewart Ave\, St. Paul\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Marty Hicks":MAILTO:marty@hixwerx.com
GEO:44.903868;-93.159426
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220625T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220625T160000
DTSTAMP:20220430T220402Z
CREATED:20220405T210416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220430T220402Z
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SUMMARY:Bronze Pour Workshop 1 of 3\, 2022 POSTPONED!
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 25\, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm\, Informational Session & Pattern Making Workshop (Class 1 of 3)\nSaturday\, July 9\, 9:00 am – 4:30 pm: Mold Making (continued Sunday if necessary) (Class 2 of 3)\nSaturday July 16\, 10 am – Evening: Mold Preparation & Pour (Class 3 of 3)\nInstructors: Hicks\, Bettenberg\, Brockman\, Zadworny\nClass size: 4 – 6\nRegistration Due June 11\, 2022\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 discuss the project before registration (costs may be over and above the basic class fee for individually tailored projects).\nNOTE: this is a three-Saturday workshop. Please do not register unless you are confident you will attend all three days. Pattern making\, mold making\, and casting metal are arts with no guarantees\, but you will certainly gain knowledge and hopefully have fun in this multi-disciplinary event.\nSaturday\, June 25 we will look at examples and talk about ways of creating a pattern to get a successful casting. We will also give an overview of mold making\, including sprue and vent systems.\nSaturday\, July 9 we’ll ram sand molds around your finished patterns. Bring lunch or there are places nearby.\nSaturday\, July 16 will be the day of the actual pour (weather permitting). First we will prepare the molds. You’ll have the opportunity to be on the pour crew. Before leaving\, you’ll cut the sprues and vents off your casting. You’re on your own for the finishing work. Bring lunch or there are places nearby.\nSafety First! You will need to bring: eye & ear protection\, leather gloves\, and wear proper clothing for metal work (leather\, cotton\, or wool).\nThis is an inclusive space. All identities are welcome. Please check your politics at the door. We’re here to have a good time and cast metal!\nTo register\, send your check made out to “The Guild of Metalsmiths” and contact information to:\nMarty Hicks\n2223 Stewart Ave.\nSt. Paul\, MN 55116\nContact Marty with questions: hixwerx@gmail.com or 651-492-0899\nAcceptance priority for the class is determined by postmark.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/bronze-pour-workshop-1-of-3-2022-postponed/
LOCATION:Marty Hicks-Hixwerx\, 2223 Stewart Ave\, St. Paul\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Marty Hicks":MAILTO:marty@hixwerx.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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220617T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220619T150000
DTSTAMP:20220521T211839Z
CREATED:20220430T221316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220521T211839Z
UID:5433-1655452800-1655650800@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Spring Hammer-In at Nowthen 2022
DESCRIPTION:June 17\, 18\, 19 at Nowthen Blacksmith Shop\nDays and times:\n\nFriday\, June 17: 7:30pm-11:00pm\nSaturday\, June 18: All Day\nSunday\, June 29: 8am till 3:00 pm.\n\nHot stuff will be happening at the annual Spring Hammer-in taking place at the Nowthen Historical Power Association Blacksmith Shop (map below) where we will focus our efforts on the Fall Conference contest: “body adornment” (wearable) items.\nCome and hang out with a bunch of your friends\, make new friends\, and share/learn some new skills. Beginners/Newbies highly welcome to come and try your hand at smithing.\nThis year we will again be conducting the popular and fun blind forge competition. Come try this outstanding forge game. An item is placed inside of a box and without looking\, you must forge said item. Super fun.\nCamping on-site is available Friday & Saturday night on primitive sites. Port-a-potties on site. Five forges are open for use. Coal will be provided. Bring any examples you have to share with others. 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.\nThis 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. If you have some skills in the creation of body adornment items and would like to demo or have any questions about the event\, please contact: Wayne Olson at 320.280.0100 wayneolson10@gmail.com.\nThere is no charge to participate in this event. The Nowthen Power Show grounds are located at 7415 Old Viking Blvd NW\, Anoka\, MN 55303.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/spring-hammer-in-at-nowthen-2022/
LOCATION:Nowthen Historical Power Association Blacksmith Shop\, 7415 Old Viking Blvd\, Nowthen\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Wayne Olson":MAILTO:wayneolson10@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220608T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220608T203000
DTSTAMP:20220430T215656Z
CREATED:20220430T215656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220430T215656Z
UID:5431-1654713000-1654720200@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:June 8 Membership Meeting 2022
DESCRIPTION:June meeting venue to be JJ Hill Farm in North Oaks\, MN\nThe June 8 membership meeting will be held at the JJ Hill Farm Historical Society at 35 Hill Farm Circle\, North Oaks\, MN 55127. Meet at 6:30 pm for potluck\, then meeting at 7. This is the remaining part of the JJ Hill farm in North Oaks which at one point was over 3500 acres. The three buildings remaining on site offer us an interesting opportunity to learn some history of this important historic site. Hopefully we will be able to have a brief introduction to the farm’s history from one of our hosts at the JJ Hill Historical Society.\nParking will be limited\, so please carpool if at all possible. We are arranging to have some parking available about 1/3 of a mile away at the North Oaks West Recreation Center Fields at the corner of West Pleasant Lake Road and Red Barn Road. You can drop your food items off at the farm and then park to avoid having to carry your potluck items the 1/3 mile. Again\, carpooling is highly recommended. There will be a port-a-potty on site.\nAny further questions or concerns\, feel free to contact Rick Wessling at rgwessling@gmail.com or call at 612-875-4420. Please email first. If you do call and miss me\, please identify yourself and leave a message. I will attempt to get back to you as soon as possible.\nVisit the website at https://www.hillfarmhistoricalsociety.com/\n— Rick Wessling\, Meeting Champion
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/june-8-membership-meeting-2022/
LOCATION:JJ Hill Farm\, 35 Hill Farm Circle\, North Oaks\, MN\, 55127\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Rick Wessling":MAILTO:rgwessling@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220605T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220605T170000
DTSTAMP:20220430T222343Z
CREATED:20220430T222343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220430T222343Z
UID:5437-1654419600-1654448400@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Op-2022 Dundas Armed Forces Days - Day 2 of 2
DESCRIPTION:Contact Martin Pansch to volunteer to help out at Dundas Armed Forces Days
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/volunteer-op-2022-dundas-armed-forces-days-day-2-of-2/
LOCATION:Dundas Armed Forces Das\, Dundas\, MN\, 55019\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Martin Pansch":MAILTO:blacksmithingyeti@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220604T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220604T170000
DTSTAMP:20220430T222200Z
CREATED:20220405T212337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220430T222200Z
UID:5416-1654333200-1654362000@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Op: Dundas Armed Forces Days 2022 - Day 1 of 2
DESCRIPTION:Contact Martin Pansch to volunteer to help out at Dundas Armed Forces Days
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/volunteer-op-dundas-armed-forces-days-2022-day-1-of-2/
LOCATION:Dundas Armed Forces Das\, Dundas\, MN\, 55019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Martin Pansch":MAILTO:blacksmithingyeti@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220507T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220507T170000
DTSTAMP:20220405T212031Z
CREATED:20220405T212031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220405T212031Z
UID:5415-1651914000-1651942800@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Op: Boy Scouts Welding and Metalworking Merit Badges 2022
DESCRIPTION:Contact Patrick Sullivan to volunteer to help out at Almelund Threshing Show Grounds for Boy Scout Merit Badges.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/volunteer-op-boy-scouts-welding-and-metalworking-merit-badges-2022/
LOCATION:Almelund\, 17760 ST. Croix Trail\, Taylor's Falls\, MN\, 55084\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other
ORGANIZER;CN="Patrick Sullivan":MAILTO:smokiemilo@gmail.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:20220507T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220507T170000
DTSTAMP:20220405T205644Z
CREATED:20220405T205644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220405T205644Z
UID:5410-1651914000-1651942800@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Hammer Making Class 2022
DESCRIPTION:Instructors: Jim Moenck\, Derrick Phillips\, Martin Pansch\, Rob Murray\nClass size: Maximum students: 8 Minimum students: 6\nClass Description: This class will teach you the skills you need to make a hammer. With this knowledge you will then be able to expand your tool chest with other handles tools. All handled tools such as top fullers\, punches and flatters start with this same process. We will begin with a piece of tool steel\, punch the eye\, shape both striking ends\, heat treat and add the handle. You will go home with your own hammer. There will be an assortment of weights to choose from so you can make a hammer to fit your size and needs. This is an intermediate skill level class.\nTools and Equipment or other items participants are to bring to the class: Bring your favorite hammers; one for striking hot metal and one for striking punches and drifts. A tongs for holding 1-1/2″ stock if you have that size.\nSafety Equipment: the usual for forging with coal: safety glasses\, hearing protection\, respirator or dust mask for grinding\, clothing of natural fiber with no cuffs or fraying\, and leather boots or shoes.\nLunch Arrangements: Bring your own lunch or eat at one of the local establishments. We will take an hour break around noon.\nClass Champion: Jim Moenck\nTo register\, send a check written to “The Guild of Metalsmiths” for $75\, including your name\, address\, and email to:\nJim Moenck\n2078 120th Ave\nDresser\, WI 54009\nFor questions\, contact Jim at 651-724-3403   jrmoenck@gmail.com\nAcceptance priority for this class will be determined by postmark.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/hammer-making-class-2022/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Moenck":MAILTO:jrmoenck@yahoo.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:20220413T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220413T203000
DTSTAMP:20220331T164510Z
CREATED:20220323T155340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220331T164510Z
UID:5403-1649874600-1649881800@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:April 2022 Membership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Next TGoM membership meeting to be held Wednesday\, April 13 at Oxygen Service Co.\, St. Paul\, MN.\nJoin your fellow Guild of Metalsmith friends on Wednesday\, April 13th at Oxygen Service Co.\, 1111 Pierce Butler Route\, St. Paul\, MN 55104. Oxygen Service staff will be giving a lecture on Oxygen/Acetylene welding safety.\nPotluck starts at 6:30 pm. Please bring a dish to pass.\nKeep in mind\, as a Guild member you have a 15% discount on gases and most items that are not already marked as sale items.\nChampion for this meeting is Kim Maas. You can contact me by phone/text at 651-328-7219 or email at TGoMvolunteer@gmail.com with any questions you may have.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/april-2022-membership-meeting/
LOCATION:Oxygen Service Company\, 1111 Pierce Butler Route\, St Paul\, MN\, 55104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Kim Maas":MAILTO:TGoM.volunteer@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220405T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220405T170000
DTSTAMP:20220405T214552Z
CREATED:20220405T214552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220405T214552Z
UID:5426-1649145600-1649178000@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Op: Rice County Steam & Gas Days 2022
DESCRIPTION:Contact Martin Pansch to volunteer to help out at Rice County Steam & Gas Days on Sept. 2-4\, 2022.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/volunteer-op-rice-county-steam-gas-days-2022-2/
LOCATION:Rice County Steam & Gas Engine Show grounds\, Highway 3\, Dundas\, MN\, 55019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other,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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220305T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220305T170000
DTSTAMP:20220215T200217Z
CREATED:20211130T215100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220215T200217Z
UID:5380-1646470800-1646499600@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Scandi-style/ bushcraft knife 2-day class 2022
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Paul Widenhoefer \nClass size: Maximum students: 8 Minimum students: 4 \nClass Description: Are you afraid of being stuck in the wilderness with only a knife at your side? Or do you just want to carve some Dala horses with an authentic Scandinavian blade? Well we have the knife class for you! This class offering will be for making a scandi-style knife favored by woodworkers\, campers\, survivalists and woods men and women alike. We will be covering forging a blade\, safety\, grinding\, knife steels\, handles\, heat treating\, and sharpening for this useful and versatile blade. These are typically short blades 2″ to 4″ in length with a combination wood\, bone\, antler and/or leather handle. Sheathes will not be covered at this time. This is a 2-day class and will be held on March 5&6\, 2021 at the School of Horseshoeing. Parent and child combos welcome; students under 18 need a parent or guardian over 18 onsite even if parent is not taking the class. Students should have at least basic blacksmithing skills. Cost is $140 per student.\nInstructor Paul Widenhoefer has been making knives for over fifteen years and has taught knife making classes for the Guild previously. He is also a member of the ABS (American Bladesmith Society). Students will be expected to bring safety equipment\, favorite hammer\, and any tongs for small stock you may have. Students should leave with one finished (or nearly finished) knife with a wood handle.\nQuestions: Paul Widenhoefer\, 612-408-5007\, pwidenhoefer@gmail.com\nTo register for this class: Send a check for $140 written out to “The Guild of Metalsmiths” to:\nPaul Widenhoefer\n3618 Robin Lane\nMinnetonka\, MN 55305\nAcceptance priority for this class will be determined by postmark.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/scandi-style-bushcraft-knife-2-day-class-2022/2022-03-05/
LOCATION:MN School of Horseshoeing\, 6250 Riverdale Dr\, NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
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:20220226T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220226T170000
DTSTAMP:20220210T180647Z
CREATED:20211228T203523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T180647Z
UID:5384-1645866000-1645894800@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Forge Welding 2-Day Class 2022
DESCRIPTION:Instructors: David Mariette and Gordon Barr \nForge welded leaf  \nCost: $160 member\, $180 non-member\nClass size: Maximum students: 8\, Minimum: 6\nForge welding: So\, you’ve seen it done. It looks 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.\nAdvanced 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 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-2-day-class-2022/2022-02-26/
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
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:20220212T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220212T160000
DTSTAMP:20211228T204404Z
CREATED:20211228T204404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211228T204404Z
UID:5387-1644656400-1644681600@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Brass & Copper Decorative Techniques 2022
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Sara Gries\nClass size: Maximum students: 10 Minimum students: 5\nLocation: Guilded Salvage Antiques\, 4430 Lyndale Avenue North\, Minneapolis\, MN 55412\nDescription: Sara Gries will share what she’s learned from years of exploring/experimenting with brass and copper\, specifically for this class the decorative potential of various processes: etching\, creating patina (coloring) by means of chemical or heat reaction (“flame colouring”)\, plating and removal/abrasion. In addition\, she will share tips for design (how to transfer your idea to the metal\, how to make curves and fine areas appear visually smooth and balanced) and will demonstrate the practical application of cutting\, piercing\, and contouring techniques.\nThis is not a project class\, but you’ll have several “samplers” to take home as you\, too\, explore the potential to apply these techniques to your jewelry\, knife-making\, tinwork\, or copper smithing. There is no pre-requisite of skills for this class. Just bring your curiosity and safety glasses. We’d like to limit it this first time to adults\, as chemicals and a micro-torch will be used for a few techniques.\nTools and Equipment or other items participants are to bring to the class:\nNone\nSafety Equipment: Safety glasses\nLunch Arrangements: bring your own or take-out from a local establishment\nAcceptance will be based on the postmark date of the tuition check and membership status — Guild members have priority for registration—and will be confirmed by a letter.\nTo register for this class\, send a check for $65 written to The Guild of Metalsmiths\, along with your contact info\, to:\nChristina Dodge    christina.guildmbr@gmail.com\n17645 Baugh St NW\nRamsey\, MN 55303 \nAcceptance priority for this class will be determined by postmark.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/brass-copper-decorative-techniques-2022/
LOCATION:Guilded Salvage Antiques\, 4430 Lyndale Avenue North\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55412\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Christina Dodge":MAILTO:christina.guildmbr@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220209T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220209T203000
DTSTAMP:20220201T165012Z
CREATED:20211228T204651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220201T165012Z
UID:5389-1644431400-1644438600@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:TGoM Membership Meeting Feb 9 2022 cancelled!
DESCRIPTION:We (the program committee) have attempted to set up a meeting at several locations but were told not at this time\, so we have decided to cancel the February meeting.  Most of the locations expressed concerns over the covid spike right now and issues related to it. We expect the April meeting will happen and are working on it now. Our regrets and best wishes. \nDerrick Phillips\, Program Committee Chair \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/tgom-membership-meeting-feb-9-2022-cancelled/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Jesse Gavin":MAILTO:jagavin6273@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220129T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220129T163000
DTSTAMP:20211130T212627Z
CREATED:20211130T212627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211130T212627Z
UID:5377-1643445000-1643473800@www.metalsmith.org
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
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:20220116T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220116T170000
DTSTAMP:20211130T211248Z
CREATED:20211130T211248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211130T211248Z
UID:5375-1642323600-1642352400@www.metalsmith.org
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
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:20211205T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211205T200000
DTSTAMP:20211112T214020Z
CREATED:20211112T213345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211112T214020Z
UID:5363-1638705600-1638734400@www.metalsmith.org
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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