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SUMMARY:2025--48th Annual Fall Conference
DESCRIPTION:Save the dates for The Guild of Metalsmiths’ 48th annual fall conference\, AKA “The Madness!” \nFriday\, Saturday\, and Sunday\, September 19\, 20\, and 21\, 2025 \nDetails soon! \nPierce County Fairgrounds\, Ellsworth\, Wisconsin (map below) \nMap to Pierce County Fairgrounds\, Ellsworth WI
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/2025-48th-annual-fall-conference/2025-09-19/
LOCATION:Pierce Country Fairgrounds\, 364 N Maple St.\, Ellsworth\, WI\, 55033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Marty Masters":MAILTO:martin.masters@metalsmith.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250920
DTSTAMP:20260730T201404
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UID:6261-1758153600-1758326399@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:2025 Pre-Conference Class
DESCRIPTION:Swiveling Jaw Tongs Class\nInstructor: Tom Latane’ \nBrief Description: Students will forge the jaws\, reins\, and pivot of a pair of tongs with one hinged jaw that will adjust to hold material over a range of 3/8”\, and adjust to the taper angle of items such as an axe blade being held while the eye is adjusted. Starting with one size of stock\, the class will forge the common jaw\, the floating jaw\, with its cleft to accept the tenon on that half of the pair of tongs\, and the rivet that connects both halves of the tongs. Participants will be encouraged to strike for each other when drawing out the reins. This is a mid-level project\, requiring some serious hammering. The 10 participants will use their 30’’ of 3/8” by ¾” inch stock and two days to complete their project.\nNote: Once the final list of registered students is complete\, the instructor will send specific instructions for the class \nRegistration for this 2025 pre-conference class is now open. Follow the link below for details. \nRegister for pre-conference class
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/2025-pre-conference-class/
LOCATION:Pierce Country Fairgrounds\, 364 N Maple St.\, Ellsworth\, WI\, 55033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240920T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240922T170000
DTSTAMP:20260730T201404
CREATED:20240701T174847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T175902Z
UID:5797-1726819200-1727024400@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:47th Annual TGoM Fall Conference 2024
DESCRIPTION:TGoM’s 47th Annual Fall Conference September 20\, 21\, 22\, 2024\nFeaturing Blacksmithing Demonstrations by Mark Aspery from Springville\, CA and Peter Braspenninx from Grand Rapids\, MI \nIncluding pre-conference class with Mark Aspery\, gallery\, live\nauction\, tailgating\, onsite camping\, great food\, and events for the entire family!\nSubmit your best “Bottle Opener or Picture Frame” to the live auction for the chance to win cash prizes!\nFree attendance for members and non-members on Saturday after 5 pm for viewing of the gallery & participation in the live auction.  \nLocation: \nThe Pierce County Fairgrounds\n364 N. Maple St.\nEllsworth\, WI (Map below)
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/47th-annual-tgom-fall-conference-2024/
LOCATION:Pierce Country Fairgrounds\, 364 N Maple St.\, Ellsworth\, WI\, 55033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Kim Maas":MAILTO:TGoM.volunteer@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240919T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240920T140000
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CREATED:20240701T180931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240818T033230Z
UID:5800-1726732800-1726840800@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:2024 Pre-Conference 2-Day Class: Latch Hook & Fire Poker is full
DESCRIPTION:Latch Hook \nFire Poker \nClass limit: Max 12 Cost: $225 members; $265 non-members. \nClass Description: This year’s pre-conference class attendees will be working on items from the Level I and Level II national curriculum. They will be making a latch and hook and a fire poker. Mark will be working with students to progress through the Level I and Level II skills required to create each piece. The class will generally follow the ABANA National Curriculum as the syllabus. Check out the ABANA website under education for more information on the Level I and Level II curriculum.  National Curriculum for Blacksmiths & Instructors – ABANA (www.abana.org/education/national-curriculm) \n  \nTools & equipment students should bring to class: Anvil and forge\, tongs for ¾” x ¼” bar stock\, tongs for ¼” round\, tongs for ¾” round\,  cross peen hammer and wire brush. Additional tools may be added to the list later.  \nSafety: Ear protection and goggles. \nLunch: bring a lunch or dine at one of the local establishments in Ellsworth. \nTo register for this class online: https://www.metalsmith.org/education/pre-conference-class/ \nTo register for this class by check: Send a check written to The Guild of Metalsmiths and your contact info to: Rick Wessling\, 3442 Washington Ave N\, Minneapolis\, MN 55412. Please include your email address so I may notify you of acceptance to the class. \nQuestions? Email rgwessling@gmail.com \nAcceptance priority for this class will be determined by postmark\, and each person will be notified individually. \nMap to Pierce County Fairgrounds\, Ellsworth WI
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/2024-pre-conference-2-day-class-latch-hook-fire-poker-is-full/
LOCATION:Pierce Country Fairgrounds\, 364 N Maple St.\, Ellsworth\, WI\, 55033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Rick Wessling":MAILTO:rgwessling@gmail.com
GEO:44.63343;-92.835444
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240808T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240811T170000
DTSTAMP:20260730T201404
CREATED:20240326T181332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T181332Z
UID:5751-1723107600-1723395600@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Op: Pierce County Fair 2024
DESCRIPTION:Jesse and Dave Gavin will be demonstrating on Saturday\, 10th and Sunday\, 11th. Assistance during the weekend would be greatly appreciated. Thursday and Friday are available for interested demonstrators.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/volunteer-op-pierce-county-fair-2024/
LOCATION:Pierce Country Fairgrounds\, 364 N Maple St.\, Ellsworth\, WI\, 55033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Jesse Gavin":MAILTO:jagavin6273@hotmail.com
GEO:44.63343;-92.835444
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END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230915T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230915T160000
DTSTAMP:20260730T201404
CREATED:20230729T201926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T202339Z
UID:5549-1694764800-1694793600@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:2023 TGoM Pre-Conference Class-Day 2 of 2
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Glenn Horr\, one of our 2023 Fall Conference demonstrators \nClass limit: Max 10 \nClass Description: This year’s pre-conference class will be making decorative hinges. Glenn Horr will be showing us the secrets to making decorative and workable hardware based on his years of experience. \nTools & Equipment students should bring to class: Anvil and forge\, tongs for flat stock (box jaw for 1-1/4″ stock)\, cross peen hammer\, 1/4” hole punch\, center punch\, hot cut chisel. optional: rounded edge chisel \,wire brush. \nSafety: Ear protection and goggles. \nLunch: bring a lunch or dine at one of the local establishments in Ellsworth. \nQuestions? Call Marty Masters at 651-0285-8731 or email mastersmw@yahoo.com \nNote: Acceptance for this class will be in the order sent\, based on the postmark\, and each person will be notified individually. \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/2023-tgom-pre-conference-class-day-2-of-2/
LOCATION:Pierce Country Fairgrounds\, 364 N Maple St.\, Ellsworth\, WI\, 55033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Marty Masters":MAILTO:martin.masters@metalsmith.org
GEO:44.63343;-92.835444
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230914T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230914T160000
DTSTAMP:20260730T201404
CREATED:20230729T201403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T194920Z
UID:5547-1694678400-1694707200@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:2023 TGoM Pre-Conference Class-Day 1 of 2
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Glenn Horr\, one of our 2023 Fall Conference demonstrators \n2023 Pre-Conference Class project \nClass limit: Max 10 \nCost: $200 for members\, $240 for non-members \nClass Description: This year’s pre-conference class will be making decorative hinges. Glenn Horr\, one of our 2023 Fall Conference demonstrators\, will be showing us the secrets to making decorative and workable hardware based on his years of experience. \nTools & Equipment students should bring to class: Anvil and forge\, tongs for flat stock (box jaw for 1-1/4″ stock)\, cross peen hammer\, 1/4” hole punch\, center punch\, hot cut chisel. optional: rounded edge chisel \,wire brush. \nSafety: Ear protection and goggles. \nLunch: bring a lunch or dine at one of the local establishments in Ellsworth. \nTo register for this class: Send a check written to The Guild of Metalsmiths and your contact info to: \nMarty Masters \n395 Bucher Ave \nShoreview\, MN 55126 \nQuestions? Call Marty at 651-0285-8731 or email mastersmw@yahoo.com \nNote: Acceptance for this class will be in the order sent\, based on the postmark\, and each person will be notified individually. \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/2023-tgom-pre-conference-class-day-1-of-2/
LOCATION:Pierce Country Fairgrounds\, 364 N Maple St.\, Ellsworth\, WI\, 55033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Marty Masters":MAILTO:martin.masters@metalsmith.org
GEO:44.63343;-92.835444
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220918T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220918T170000
DTSTAMP:20260730T201404
CREATED:20220701T213209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220701T213209Z
UID:5451-1663488000-1663520400@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:45th Annual TGoM Fall Conference - Day 3 of 3
DESCRIPTION:Featuring Blacksmithing Demonstrations by:\nCraig Kaviar from Louisville\, KY\nArchitectural Pieces and Sculptures\nand\nMatt Jenkins\, assisted by Karen “Rudy” Rudolph from Selkirk\, Manitoba\nTraditional blacksmithing to design modern-day needs\nIncluding pre-conference class\, gallery\, silent & live auction\, tailgating\, onsite camping\, great food\, and events for the entire family!\nSubmit your best “Body Adournment” contest items to the live auction for the chance to win cash prizes! (additional details to follow online).\nFree attendance for non-members on Saturday after 5 pm for viewing of the gallery & participation in the live auction. Come join us!\nLocation: The Pierce County Fairgrounds\n364 N. Maple St.\nEllsworth\, WI 54011
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/45th-annual-tgom-fall-conference-day-3-of-3/
LOCATION:Pierce Country Fairgrounds\, 364 N Maple St.\, Ellsworth\, WI\, 55033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Kim Maas":MAILTO:TGoM.volunteer@gmail.com
GEO:44.63343;-92.835444
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220917T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220917T210000
DTSTAMP:20260730T201404
CREATED:20220701T213042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220701T213042Z
UID:5450-1663401600-1663448400@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:45th Annual TGoM Fall Conference - Day 2 of 3
DESCRIPTION:Featuring Blacksmithing Demonstrations by:\nCraig Kaviar from Louisville\, KY\nArchitectural Pieces and Sculptures\nand\nMatt Jenkins\, assisted by Karen “Rudy” Rudolph from Selkirk\, Manitoba\nTraditional blacksmithing to design modern-day needs\nIncluding pre-conference class\, gallery\, silent & live auction\, tailgating\, onsite camping\, great food\, and events for the entire family!\nSubmit your best “Body Adournment” contest items to the live auction for the chance to win cash prizes! (additional details to follow online).\nFree attendance for non-members on Saturday after 5 pm for viewing of the gallery & participation in the live auction. Come join us!\nLocation: The Pierce County Fairgrounds\n364 N. Maple St.\nEllsworth\, WI 54011
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/45th-annual-tgom-fall-conference-day-2-of-3/
LOCATION:Pierce Country Fairgrounds\, 364 N Maple St.\, Ellsworth\, WI\, 55033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Kim Maas":MAILTO:TGoM.volunteer@gmail.com
GEO:44.63343;-92.835444
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220916T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220916T200000
DTSTAMP:20260730T201404
CREATED:20220701T212905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220701T212905Z
UID:5449-1663322400-1663358400@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:45th Annual TGoM Fall Conference - Day 1 of 3
DESCRIPTION:Featuring Blacksmithing Demonstrations by:\nCraig Kaviar from Louisville\, KY\nArchitectural Pieces and Sculptures\nand\nMatt Jenkins\, assisted by Karen “Rudy” Rudolph from Selkirk\, Manitoba\nTraditional blacksmithing to design modern-day needs\nIncluding pre-conference class\, gallery\, silent & live auction\, tailgating\, onsite camping\, great food\, and events for the entire family!\nSubmit your best “Body Adournment” contest items to the live auction for the chance to win cash prizes! (additional details to follow online).\nFree attendance for non-members on Saturday after 5 pm for viewing of the gallery & participation in the live auction. Come join us!\nLocation: The Pierce County Fairgrounds\n364 N. Maple St.\nEllsworth\, WI 54011
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/45th-annual-tgom-fall-conference-day-1-of-3/
LOCATION:Pierce Country Fairgrounds\, 364 N Maple St.\, Ellsworth\, WI\, 55033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Kim Maas":MAILTO:TGoM.volunteer@gmail.com
GEO:44.63343;-92.835444
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220916T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220916T160000
DTSTAMP:20260730T201404
CREATED:20220701T214045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220701T214045Z
UID:5455-1663315200-1663344000@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:2022 Pre-conference Class - Day 2
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Craig Kaviar\, Fall Conference Demonstrator\nPrice of Class: $200 Guild members\, $240 non-members\nClass size: Maximum students 10 Minimum students: n/a\nLocation: Pierce County Fairgrounds\, 364 North Maple Street\, Ellsworth WI 54011\nTools and Equipment or other items participants are to bring to the class: hammers: light ball peen and cross-peen\, chisels (might modify)\, center punch\nSafety Equipment: ear plugs\nLunch Arrangements: bring a lunch or dine at one of the local establishments\nClass Description: your design that fits on a sheet of legal paper. Your design can be anything you can draw or print. It is suggested that you bring more than 1 copy to the class. All forming is done on cold copper.\nBelow is a sample that Craig did for the class… \nPreconference class sign
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/2022-pre-conference-class-day-2/
LOCATION:Pierce Country Fairgrounds\, 364 N Maple St.\, Ellsworth\, WI\, 55033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Jesse Gavin":MAILTO:jagavin6273@hotmail.com
GEO:44.63343;-92.835444
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220915T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220915T160000
DTSTAMP:20260730T201404
CREATED:20220701T213854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220701T213854Z
UID:5452-1663228800-1663257600@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:2022 Pre-Conference 2-Day Class -  Repousse’ Copper Sign
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Craig Kaviar\, Fall Conference Demonstrator\nPrice of Class: $200 Guild members\, $240 non-members\nClass size: Maximum students 10 Minimum students: n/a\nLocation: Pierce County Fairgrounds\, 364 North Maple Street\, Ellsworth WI 54011\nTools and Equipment or other items participants are to bring to the class: hammers: light ball peen and cross-peen\, chisels (might modify)\, center punch\nSafety Equipment: ear plugs\nLunch Arrangements: bring a lunch or dine at one of the local establishments\nClass Description: your design that fits on a sheet of legal paper. Your design can be anything you can draw or print. It is suggested that you bring more than 1 copy to the class. All forming is done on cold copper.\nBelow is a sample that Craig did for the class… \nPreconference class sign
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/2022-pre-conference-2-day-class-repousse-copper-sign/
LOCATION:Pierce Country Fairgrounds\, 364 N Maple St.\, Ellsworth\, WI\, 55033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Jesse Gavin":MAILTO:jagavin6273@hotmail.com
GEO:44.63343;-92.835444
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210917T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210919T170000
DTSTAMP:20260730T201404
CREATED:20190702T214751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210611T213633Z
UID:4902-1631872800-1632070800@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Fall Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Guild of Metalsmiths’ 44th Annual Fall Conference\, aka “The Madness”  happening September 17-19\, 2021.\n \nFor the first time we will be holding this event at the Pierce Country Fairgrounds in Ellsworth\, WI.  See the announcement below from Guild President\, Larry Wasmund:\n \nHello Members\,\nIt is extremely hard to believe that it is June already. There are things going on… but probably the biggest announcement we have heard is the end of the Covid-19 pandemic emergency protocols. This means that we can once again get together as a group to see each other\, share a meal\, talk about the last 15 months\, and get on with our mission of keeping our craft alive. \nThis past year plus has raised problems in the world. Unfortunately\, as restrictions loosen\, the pandemic will still affect us in ways we cannot yet know or understand. One way it will affect us is that the backlog of canceled and postponed events will impact the venues we use for our membership meetings. \nAs you all may be aware\, our board and committees have shifted into the major planning time for the Fall Conference\, aka “The Madness”. It is my unpleasant duty to inform the membership that because of the backlog of weddings\, the Little Log House Show Grounds is not available to host our event this year. I personally have been working with owner Steve Bauer since early April. Their facility had 50 weddings postponed during the pandemic and will be hosting multiple weddings every weekend this year. That includes Friday\, multiples on Saturday\, and even Sundays. This has made us scramble a little so planning may continue. \nThis September we will be holding our Madness at the Pierce County Fairgrounds in Ellsworth\, WI. The board toured the facility and found that the amenities offered gives the conference everything needed and more. There is a building with ventilation\, concrete floors\, and bathrooms to hold registration\, meals\, and the auction. Other buildings nearby can hold the demonstrations and there is ample parking all around. Camping is available on site with or without hookups. We feel this location will provide us an excellent venue for comparable costs to what we are accustomed to. For more information about the Fall Conference\, see future issues of The Forum and the forthcoming Fall Conference brochure. \nThe other news that I will share here is that in my discussions with Mr. Bauer we were informed there will not be an existing building available to us any longer at the Little Log House Show Grounds. This fact has rekindled talks of finding a relationship with a permanent facility that we could become partners with\, and in the future possibly find that home of our own where we could set up shop. \nThe board has authorized the forming of a Partnership Committee to research available locations and begin a dialog as to what is out there and what is being offered. Presently we have a list of possible locations we will be working through\, including having conversations with the Little Log House and others. If you have any interest in serving on this committee\, please contact any board member for further info. \nThat is all for now. Hope to see many of you very soon.\n— Larry Wasmund\, President of TGoM \n  \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/fall-conference/
LOCATION:Pierce Country Fairgrounds\, 364 N Maple St.\, Ellsworth\, WI\, 55033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190920T090000
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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 Country Fairgrounds\, 364 N Maple St.\, Ellsworth\, WI\, 55033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190919T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190919T170000
DTSTAMP:20260730T201404
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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 Country Fairgrounds\, 364 N Maple St.\, Ellsworth\, WI\, 55033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190726T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190728T170000
DTSTAMP:20260730T201404
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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 Country 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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180914T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180916T170000
DTSTAMP:20260730T201404
CREATED:20180426T141548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180731T202810Z
UID:4390-1536912000-1537117200@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Fall Conference 2018
DESCRIPTION:The Guild of Metalsmiths’ 41st Annual Fall Conference\, aka “The Madness” happens September 14\, 15\, 16\, 2018\nFeaturing Blacksmithing Demonstrations by: \nLyle Wynn and Stan Bryant from Mississippi\, Tool Making and Ornamental Smithing – Colleague of Brian Brazeal\nand\nJim Poling from Northern Minnesota\, American Bladesmith Society Journeysmith – working towards Master rating \nOpen this PDF brochure 2018-41st Annual Fall Conference Brochure to see how to register and learn details of this year’s conference. \nIncluding…\nPre-conference class\, gallery\, live auction\, tailgating\, onsite camping\, great food\, and events for the entire family!\nFamily Activities\nContact is: Sheri Stanaitis\nHome (715) 698-2895 Cell (715) 307-3544\nEmail: spaco@baldwin-telecom.net\nFaux Stained Glass\nSaturday Start project anytime between 9 – 10:30 am\nFinish project anytime between 1:30 – 3:30 pm\nDo something fun and different: Make an 8 x 10” framed faux stained glass pane. Pick between black\, silver or gold “leading”\, trace your picture\, and “paint”. Easy enough for anyone to do. Pretty enough to hang in your home. Must have a 2 hr. dry time between “leading” and “painting”. $10 covers everything. Paula Wasmund\, Instructor.\nBroom Making Class\nSaturday 9 am\nMake a decorative broom to use by a fireplace or to hang as a decoration. $20 material fee. Mark Jackson\, Instructor (612-730-6246).\nAltoid Tin Repousse’\nSunday 9:00 – Noon\nLearn fun ways to decorate Altoid tins.\nFree class. Jesse Gavin\, Instructor.\nMagnetic Art\nDesign and build magnetic/ferrous creations.\nFree all weekend!!\nFound Art\nHerb Fick and company will weld whatever you find on the trailer into your art creation.\nFree event. Found Art closes at 4:00 pm Saturday! \nFree attendance for non-members on Saturday after 5pm for viewing of the gallery & participation in the live auction. Come join us! \nLocation:\nLittle Log House Antique Power Show Grounds\, Hastings\, MN\nwww.littleloghouseshow.com\nFollow this link to open a PDF copy of the 2018-41st Annual Fall Conference Flyer that may be printed and posted in appropriate locations.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/fall-conference-2018/
LOCATION:Pierce Country Fairgrounds\, 364 N Maple St.\, Ellsworth\, WI\, 55033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Martin Pansch":MAILTO:blacksmithingyeti@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180913T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180914T170000
DTSTAMP:20260730T201404
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LAST-MODIFIED:20180904T181617Z
UID:4456-1536825600-1536944400@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:2018 Fall Pre-Conference Class-5 spaces left!
DESCRIPTION:2018 Fall Pre-Conference Class-5 spaces left!\nDemonstration items instructed by Lyle Wynn and Stan Bryant from Mississippi \nThursday\, Sept. 13\, 9 am to 5 pm & Friday\, Sept. 14\, 8 am to 3:30 pm\nLittle Log House Antique Power Show Grounds\nClass size: 10-12 students\nCost: $150.00\nSkill level: beginners and higher\nThe materials are included. Bring your own tools: Forge\, anvil. vise and favorite hammer\, tongs for ¼ X1 flat and small diameter round and square stock\, scrolling tongs and files/punches. Some stations may be provided for those without equipment\,\nChampion: Larry Wasmund poundedtreasures@gmail.com 507-469-0205\nTo register for this pre-conference class\, send check payable to “Guild of Metalsmiths” for $150 to:\nLarry Wasmund\n28275 464th Street\nCleveland MN 56017
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/2018-fall-pre-conference-class-5-spaces-left/
LOCATION:Pierce Country Fairgrounds\, 364 N Maple St.\, Ellsworth\, WI\, 55033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Larry Wasmund":MAILTO:poundedtreasures@gmail.com
GEO:44.63343;-92.835444
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180727T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180729T170000
DTSTAMP:20260730T201404
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LAST-MODIFIED:20180531T230043Z
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SUMMARY:2018 Demo Op: Little Log House Antique Power Show
DESCRIPTION:Contact Dick Carlson to volunteer.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/2018-demo-op-little-log-house-antique-power-show/
LOCATION:Pierce Country 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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170915T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170915T170000
DTSTAMP:20260730T201404
CREATED:20170702T153456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170702T153546Z
UID:4149-1505466000-1505494800@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:2017 Pre-Conference 1-Day Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Pre-Conference 1-Day Workshop\nInstructors: Stephen Mankowski & Shelton Browder (demonstrators for TGoM’s 2017 Fall Conference\nClass size: Maximum students: 16    Minimum students: 10\nTools and Equipment or other items participants are to bring to the class. forge\, anvil\, basic tools – specific tools for the project will be listed in an acceptance letter\nSpecial Instructions: stock & coal will be provided\nClass Description: Steve Mankowski and Shelton Browder have shared blacksmith experience at historic Colonial Williamsburg in Virginia\, demonstrating traditional methods to make tools and household items of the period. At this year’s one-day pre-conference workshop\, students will have the opportunity to make a small hand axe (including making the drift for the eye)\, a chisel and/or a gouge.\nStudents will need to bring their own forge\, anvil\, safety gear and tools (a few specific to these projects will be listed in the acceptance letter). Stock and coal will be provided. Students should have experience working with tool steel and forge-welding. Set up indoors\, in the main demonstration building. The workshop will run from 9:00 to 5:00\, with a lunch break (students\, bring a lunch).  \nPlan to stay for the evening gala\, which includes the gallery opening and a video presentation of “Ore to Axe\,” documenting the process of extracting iron from earth using the bloomery method of smelting\, converting iron into steel and then forging an axe. Steve and Shelton will be on hand to share their experience and answer questions.\nTo register\, send a check for $135 made out to “The Guild of Metalsmiths” and mail it\, along with your contact information\, to:\n    Christina Dodge\n    4430 Lyndale Avenue N\n    Minneapolis\, MN 55412\nPriority will be given to Guild members\, with acceptance based on the postmark date\, and will be acknowledged with an email or letter.\nGeneral questions should be directed to:\n    Larry Wasmund\n    (507) 469-0205\n    poundedtreasures@gmail.com
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/2017-pre-conference-1-day-workshop/
LOCATION:Pierce Country Fairgrounds\, 364 N Maple St.\, Ellsworth\, WI\, 55033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Upcoming,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Larry Wasmund":MAILTO:poundedtreasures@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170915T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170917T170000
DTSTAMP:20260730T201404
CREATED:20170702T154022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170801T175917Z
UID:4152-1505462400-1505667600@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Fall Conference 2017
DESCRIPTION:The 40th annual MaDnEsS is Coming!\nTGoM’s 40th annual Fall Conference is just around the corner. Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday\, September 15\, 16\, and 17 are the dates. Full details are featured in the Fall Conference brochure\, including the demonstrators\, the family-focused classes\, the silent and live auctions\, the gallery\, and the found art wagon. Keep all these things in mind during the next few weeks. Donations to the found art wagon are necessary to keep that popular event alive. See you at THE MADNESS! \nThe 2017-40th Annual Fall Conference Flyer (pdf) is available to download and print to share with those who may be interested. \nThe 2017 fall conference brochure is available now to download in PDF format. The brochure contains full details of conference events\, schedules\, registration form\, and meal ticket order forms.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/fall-conference-2017/
LOCATION:Pierce Country Fairgrounds\, 364 N Maple St.\, Ellsworth\, WI\, 55033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Martin Pansch":MAILTO:blacksmithingyeti@gmail.com
GEO:44.63343;-92.835444
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170728T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170730T170000
DTSTAMP:20260730T201404
CREATED:20170429T194155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170429T194155Z
UID:4130-1501228800-1501434000@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:2017 demo op: Little Log House Antique Power Show
DESCRIPTION:Summer demo op for TGoM blacksmiths. Contact Dick Carlson: see link below.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/2017-demo-op-little-log-house-antique-power-show/
LOCATION:Pierce Country 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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160916T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160918T170000
DTSTAMP:20260730T201404
CREATED:20160730T193550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160801T193527Z
UID:3947-1474020000-1474218000@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:2016 Fall Conference Sept 16\, 17\, 18
DESCRIPTION:The 2016 Madness Is Coming!\nPlan now to attend our 39th annual Fall Conference to be held at the Little Log House Antique Power Show grounds just south of Hastings\, Minnesota from September 16 through September 18\, 2016. Follow the Google map link below to see the location. \nThe 2016 Guild of Metalsmiths flyer (pdf) is available to download and print to share with those who may be interested. Use the registration form in the brochure to register for the conference. \nWe have contracted with two well-known names in metalsmithing to demonstrate their abilities at our conference. They are Jeff Farmer of Berea\, Kentucky\, and Freddy Rodriquez of Fusagasuga\, Colombia. A pre-conference class with Jeff Farmer as instructor will be held Thursday and Friday\, Sept. 15 and 16. Register for that class here.\n \nJeff Farmer started the art of blacksmithing whlie in junior high school. He graduated from Berea College with a degree in Industrial Arts Education. In 1985 he took over the blacksmith shop at Berea College where he also works in partnership with the Labor Program to forge merchandise for the college craft catalog. \nFreddy Rodriquez is a master metalsmith who studied under Bernard Heer. He now specializes in human\, animal\, and fantasy figures and teaching the techniques he has honed over the years. A member of the Northwest Blacksmith Association\, Freddy has worked in several states\, including California\, South Dakota\, Wisconsin\, and Minnesota. \nOur list of family activities will keep all members of the family busy…\nSpoonhandle Bracelet Class\nMake your own spoon handle bracelet. Limited to the first 10 people to sign up. Paula Wasmund\, instructor. $15 to cover instruction and materials payable to Paula on day of event. Saturday\, 1:00 pm. \nAltoid Tin Repurpose\nLearn fun ways to reuse your Altoid tins! Free class. Instructed by Jesse Gavin. Sunday\, 8:30 am to noon. \nMagnetic art\nDesign and build magnetic/ferrous creations (blacksmith legos!). Free all weekend. \nFound Art\nThe hay wagon out back is always loaded with metal shapes just waiting for the “found art artist” in you to appear and put it all together!!!  You find the parts and do the designing. If you have spare “parts” lying around your abode\, bring them along. There’s always room on the hay wagon for more!\nThen Herb Fick and company will weld whatever you find on the trailer into your art creation.  Open to all ages. Free! All day Saturday. This activity is a favorite. Come and create something wonderful. \nTo register for any of these classes\, contact Sheri Stanaitis at 715-698-2895 or email her at spaco@baldwin-telecom.net \nSpecial Contest Event:\nDesign and create a unique letter opener. Contest is open to all Guild members. Must be made of metal. All entries must be donated to the Saturday auction. Auction price will determine winners. Cash prizes will be awarded.\nFirst Place: $100\nSecond Place: $60\nThird Place: $40 \nConference Events \n\nBring an example of your work to exhibit in the Gallery. This is one of the highlights of the conference. Everyone loves to look. Feel free to bring previously displayed items to show our new members. Gallery items will be registered in and out.\nTailgating is encouraged! From participants we request a donation to the Saturday night auction.\nPLEASE BRING ITEMS FOR THE AUCTION!!! As is our tradition\, we again will hold a live auction on Saturday evening. Please bring items that you have made or things that have fallen from your favor and are destined to become another’s treasure. Please remember that at this auction\, we garner most of our operating capital\, so be generous.\nDuring the day on Saturday\, our silent auction will be held. The silent auction will be oriented mainly toward older tools and materials.\n\nThe Guild of Metalsmiths is fortunate to be able to hold the conference in such charming surroundings. We extend our gratitude to Steve and Sylvia Bauer for the opportunity to hold our event at this location. Thank you! \nTGOM Conference Registration\nFull weekend conference pass:  $35.00 per family\nOne Day Only: $20.00 per family\nRegistration form is available on the brochure here.\nConference Meals-send checks by Sept. 1\nCatered Meal Ticket:  $35.00 per person (all 4 meals) OR\nSaturday lunch: $9\nSaturday dinner: $11\nSunday Breakfast: $9\nSunday Lunch: $11\nPre-conference shirt sales\nEvent T-shirt (S-4XL) size\, $18 each. Color: gun metal.\nEmbroidered denim shirt (S-4XL) $42 each. Long sleeve with embroidered pocket.\nAll shirt orders due by August 22. Send check made out to “The Guild of Metalsmiths” to TGoM\, PO Box 11423\, St. Paul MN 55111. Pick up at the conference. \n2016 “Madness” t-shirt \nFor further information\, late registration options\, or to volunteer\, contact:\nMartin Pansch: 612-599-4762\, blacksmithingyeti@gmail.com\nMark Lockwood\, 763-535-1787\nGrace Sheely\, gracesheely@gmail.com
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/2016-fall-conference-sept-16-17-18/
LOCATION:Pierce Country Fairgrounds\, 364 N Maple St.\, Ellsworth\, WI\, 55033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Martin Pansch":MAILTO:blacksmithingyeti@gmail.com
GEO:44.63343;-92.835444
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160915T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160916T150000
DTSTAMP:20260730T201404
CREATED:20160801T165106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160801T165653Z
UID:3953-1473928200-1474038000@www.metalsmith.org
SUMMARY:Pre-Conference Class 2016
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Jeff Farmer\, 2016 Fall Conference demonstrator from Berea\, Kentucky\nMaximum class size: 12 students\nClass will begin at 8:30 am each day. Thursday it will run until 5 pm. Friday it will run until 3 pm.\nJeff Farmer will be teaching small and quick mass production of small demonstration items such as scale sized anvils\, roses and other flowers\, and abstract art tooling. This is a basic level class and beginners skill set is all that is required. The class is open to all.\nTools & Safety Equipment: Bring your own tools\, hammer\, tongs\, files\, safety glasses\, gloves\, and ear protection. If you have a mobile forge\, anvil and vise\, please bring them. If you need loaners\, just let Larry Wasmund know ASAP. Will arrange loaners for the class.\nLunch arrangements: lunch provided both days.\nTo register for this class\, send a check for $100 made out to “The Guild of Metalsmiths” to:\nLarry Wasmund\n28275 464th St.\nCleveland MN. 56017\nQuestions: Call Larry at 507-469-0205\nAcceptance priority determined by postmark\, and each person will be notified individually.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/pre-conference-class-2016/
LOCATION:Pierce Country Fairgrounds\, 364 N Maple St.\, Ellsworth\, WI\, 55033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Larry Wasmund":MAILTO:poundedtreasures@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160729T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160731T170000
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SUMMARY:Little Log House Antique Power Show 2016
DESCRIPTION:Demo opportunity for TGoM blacksmiths.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/little-log-house-antique-power-show-2016/
LOCATION:Pierce Country Fairgrounds\, 364 N Maple St.\, Ellsworth\, WI\, 55033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Dick Carlson":MAILTO:blacksmith@onlinecarlson.com
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