Twin Cities Maker upcoming events

Ceramics | Wheel-Throwing 101 (Mon, May 11, 2026)

Mon, 11 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

NOTE: *This class is required for ceramics studio members who do not pass or do not attempt the wheel-throwing sign-off. Members must either pass the wheel-throwing sign off or take the 101 course to wheel throw in our studio. Thank you!*

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

This class is centered around the potter's wheel. Students will understand the basic tools and materials as well as proper studio safety and clean-up practices. Students will learn to prepare clay for throwing, center the clay on the wheel, open and pull clay walls, and create basic forms like cylinders and bowls. Finally, students will learn how to refine and trim forms, apply surface decoration and glaze, and understand the process of bisque and glaze firing.

The skills acquired in this class will the the foundation on which you can keep building with more advanced classes and/or open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

This class is taught by Paola Evangelista. Artist and educator, born in Peru and based in the Twin Cities since 2019. Read more at www.paolaevangelista.com

Ceramics | Intermediate Hand-Building (Tue, May 12, 2026)

Tue, 12 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

NOTE: To sign-up for this class, you must have taken Hand-Building 101 at TCM or share work photos and experience to ceramics@tcmaker.org. Thank you!

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

Through this 8-week hand-building ceramics class, students will further their knowledge of clay through guided projects on pinch, coil, and slab, field trips, workshops, and self-directed research. Students will also understand surface decoration on different stages of clay, crack repair, and a variety of glaze application techniques.

The skills acquired in this course will support your hand-building foundation on which you may take more advanced classes and/or learn in open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

Woodworking 101 (Tue, May 12, 2026)

Tue, 12 May 2026 23:30:00 GMT

This class will provide wood shop users with foundational skills in woodworking including planning, materials, marking, skills, and tool use.

Students will be introduced to the TC Maker wood shop mindset and safety expectations. Learn how to plan a successful project with a focus on construction methods and joinery. Select wood, measure and mill materials, and learn order of operations and assembly. Finally, we'll cover wood finishing including finish options and technique.

Each of the four sessions will last two hours and start with a lesson portion. If we have any extra time, the instructors can help answer questions and consult on projects.

Tools Covered

The workbench, clamps, vices, measuring tools, squares, chisel, hand plane, bandsaw, table saw, jointer, planer, sanding station, and more.

What to Bring

Clothing suitable to the wood shop. Wear close-toed shoes and avoid loose, dangling clothing and accessories.

Eye and hearing protection is required. Dust masks and eye/ear protection are available to borrow but bringing your own is recommended.

Ceramics | Hand-Building 101 (Wed, May 13, 2026)

Wed, 13 May 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

NOTE: This class is required for ceramics studio members who do not pass or do not attempt the hand-building sign-off. Members must either pass the hand-building sign off or take the 101 course to hand-build in our studio. Thank you!

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

Through the 6-week hand-building ceramics class (101 series), students will learn the fundamentals of working with clay including knowledge and understanding of pinch, slab, coil techniques, and surface decoration. Students will also understand clay properties, how to prevent cracked work, and the proper techniques to glaze application for firing.

The skills acquired in this course will serve as the hand-building foundation on which you may take more advanced classes and/or learn in open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

This class is taught by JJ Bunch.

Ceramics | Wheel-Throwing 101 (Wed, May 13, 2026)

Wed, 13 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

The skills acquired in this class will the the foundation on which you can keep building with more advanced classes and/or open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

This class is taught by Lynn Cardwell. She has over 10 years of experience with ceramics and education.

Laser Cutter Basics - Check Out Training (Wed, May 13, 2026)

Wed, 13 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

To Attend this Event, You Must Purchase a Ticket From Eventbrite.

Please Click Here to Purchase a Ticket

*Please Note: Ignore the "Spaces Left" on this Event. It will always show Zero!

MUST BE A MEMBER OF TCMAKER!

Laser Cutter Basics - Check Out Training (Wed, May 13, 2026)

Thu, 14 May 2026 00:30:00 GMT

To Attend this Event, You Must Purchase a Ticket From Eventbrite.

Please Click Here to Purchase a Ticket

*Please Note: Ignore the "Spaces Left" on this Event. It will always show Zero!

MUST BE A MEMBER OF TCMAKER!

Resin 3D Printing (Thu, May 14, 2026)

Thu, 14 May 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Curious about high-detail 3D printing? Want to print miniatures, detailed models, jewelry prototypes, or parts with smooth finishes? This is a great place to explore resin printing.

In this hands-on session, we’ll walk through the complete resin workflow using our Anycubic Photon M5S Pro and M7S Pro resin printers. You’ll learn printer setup, file preparation, washing and curing, and safe cleanup practices so you feel confident working with resin.

If you’ve used filament printers before, the process will feel familiar, just a bit messier.

Resin printing can have a noticeable smell, and we provide the necessary PPE, including gloves and masks.

You do not need to complete the Beginner or Intermediate filament classes before attending. If you’re all new to 3D printing, we recommend starting with our 3D Printing Lab Orientation and Beginner Class to learn filament printing on the Prusa i3 MK3S printers. The Intermediate class unlocks access to the Bambu X1C (with AMS) and P1S printers.

If resin printing is what excites you most, feel free to jump right in and register.

By the end of the session, you’ll be checked off to use the Anycubic Photon M5S Pro and M7S Pro printers independently.

We also offer 3D scanner training for the Creality Raptor Pro upon request.

If the class is full, reach out and we’ll try to schedule a 1:1 session depending on availability.

Got questions? Email 3D@tcmaker.org and we’re happy to help.

New Member Orientation (Thu, May 14, 2026)

Thu, 14 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

About this event

Whether you are a brand new member of Twin Cities Maker, or have been a member for a really long time but haven't been in the shop for awhile, attending a new member orientation will get you up to speed on the policies, guidelines, and culture of Twin Cities Maker.

Signup, download a copy of our handbook, and come to session. During orientation you get to meet some new people, have all your questions answered, and get acquainted with Twin Cities Maker policies, guidelines, and culture.

Orientation lasts for about 1 hour with time after for questions and support for any issues.

After you have completed orientation you will receive your fob to access the facility, which will be activated once have paid all membership fees.

If you are going to be working in the woodshop be sure to sign up for woodshop orientation immediately following this class. Check our orientations calendar to register.

All New Members are required to Pre-Register for this Orientation.

If you cannot attend an in person orientation, please reach out to membership@tcmaker.org so that we can work out special arrangements.

Wood Shop Orientation (Thu, May 14, 2026)

Fri, 15 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Wood Shop Orientation

Wood Shop Orientation is a required orientation for all woodworkers.

During Orientation we will cover basic shop safety guidelines along with best practices that are necessary to use the wood shop at Twin Cities Maker!

https://wiki.tcmaker.org/en/shop_departments/wood_shop

Ceramics Orientation (Thu, May 14, 2026)

Fri, 15 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT

NOTE: *You must attend the general Twin Cities Maker Orientation ("New Member Orientation") in addition to our Ceramics Studio Orientation.*

Questions or trouble signing up for this orientation? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org

The general orientation will orient you with the makerspace as a whole, while our ceramics studio orientation will focus specifically on the processes and procedures in our shop. We recommend completing the general orientation before the ceramics orientation. You do not need to attend orientation before taking a class or workshop. However, orientation is a requirement to keep using the studio after a class or workshop ends.

Our ceramics orientation will cover:

Our Safety and Firing Waiver
Consumables (clay, glaze, firing)
Check-In and Check-Out Procedures
Reserving Tools
Classes vs. Sign-Offs (the sign-offs allow you to bypass our mandatory 101 classes through a verbal and physical demonstration of skill)
... and most importantly: a Studio Tour!!!

Come prepared to ask questions and have fun!

- Your TCM Ceramics Managers

New Moon Circle (Sat, May 16, 2026)

Sat, 16 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT

New Moon Circle: Bowl Offering Clay Workshop

In this workshop we will:

Take the ceramics out of the studio to create with clay by the riverside. Spend an afternoon by the Mississippi river making something with your hands. Feel the clay ground you. Walk away with a bowl you made and the gift of giving one away. No experience needed, just bring curiosity and a water bottle.

Through making and gifting these bowls, we'll experience how clay can be an act of resistance, how giving creates abundance, and how simple materials + intention build community.

Timed with the New Moon, this will be a moment for planting seeds and setting intentions. As we make these ceremonial bowls by the river, we'll hold space for what we want to create (personally and collectively) in this new cycle.

No experience necessary.

Metalworking 101 (Sat, May 16, 2026)

Sat, 16 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Learn enough metalworking to double your project list!

Curious about how to begin your metalworking journey? Have a project idea that you'd like to use metal in? Join us as we explore how to MIG weld, braze, solder, use hand tools, angle grinders, and cover the shear, drill press, and box and pan brake tools in the shop. Feel more confident using the space safely, add more skills to your tool belt, and walk away with a small completed class project. Participants are encouraged to bring in their own project ideas but not required.

Class One: We'll start with the basics—safety, handy tools to use and how to use them, thinking about fabrication layout, and how to use the oxy-acetylene torch and plasma cutter. We'll also go over the shear and horizontal bandsaw as we begin our class project.

Class Two: Our second class will go over how to MIG weld, use of the drill press, review the oxy-acetylene torch, and continue to fabricate pieces for our class project.

Class Three: We'll learn how to MIG weld and use an angle grinder. We'll use the box and pan brake, small hand tools in the metal shop, and finish our small shop project. We'll also cover some basic finishing techniques.

Class Four: Class four is an open work class. Participants can come and work on their individual project with support from the instructor.

Experience Level

Suited to beginners but all levels welcome.

Skills You'll Learn

MIG Welding, Oxy-Acetylene, plasma cutting, angle grinder, shear, drill press, bandsaw.

Refund Policy

Up To 7 Days Before the Event Starts.

About the Instructor

Cory Due is a local 539 pipefitter who focuses on service work and HVAC. They have both a welding degree and HVAC degree and largely work on commercial systems. They enjoy teaching and making welding less intimidating. When they aren't teaching they're scheming about house projects, tending to their garden, or spending time with their family and menagerie of animals.

Ceramics | Hand-Building 101 (Sat, May 16, 2026)

Sat, 16 May 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

NOTE: This class is required for ceramics studio members who do not pass or do not attempt the hand-building sign-off. Members must either pass the hand-building sign off or take the 101 course to hand-build in our studio. Thank you!

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

Through the 6-week hand-building ceramics class (101 series), students will learn the fundamentals of working with clay including knowledge and understanding of pinch, slab, coil techniques, and surface decoration. Students will also understand clay properties, how to prevent cracked work, and the proper techniques to glaze application for firing.

The skills acquired in this course will serve as the hand-building foundation on which you may take more advanced classes and/or learn in open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

Introduction to MIG Welding (Sun, May 17, 2026)

Sun, 17 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Add welding to your DIY skillset with this introductory course.

Learn the basics of MIG welding and walk away with your own small wall-mounted coat hanger. In this class you will learn a basic welding framework to use on your own projects at home or in the TC Maker shop. Safety, machine basics, gas choice and set-up, as well as basic tools will all be covered. For folks starting from zero knowledge to those who have welded in the past and would like to brush-up, this class emphasizes that everyone can be a welder and make their own project dreams come true. Class size is kept small to encourage participation and time with the instructor.

What to Bring

Participants should be wearing close-toed shoes and clothing that is 100% cotton or wool. Jeans or similar material without holes are also recommended. No synthetic fibers. Improper attire may require participants to withdraw at time of class without refund. If you have questions regarding proper attire, please reach out to the instructor.

Refund Policy

Up To 7 Days Before the Event Starts.

About the Instructor

Cory Due is a local 539 pipefitter who focuses on service work and HVAC after earning a welding degree at MCTC and working in a fabrication shop and on the construction side of the pipefitters union. They have both a welding degree and HVAC degree and largely work on commercial systems. They enjoy teaching and making mechanical concepts more accessible to all. When they aren't teaching they're scheming about house projects, tending to their garden, or spending time with their family and menagerie of animals.

Ceramics | Wheel-Throwing 101 (Mon, May 18, 2026)

Mon, 18 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

The skills acquired in this class will the the foundation on which you can keep building with more advanced classes and/or open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

This class is taught by Paola Evangelista. Artist and educator, born in Peru and based in the Twin Cities since 2019. Read more at www.paolaevangelista.com

Campfire Pot Hanger & Grill: Articulture Class @TCM (Mon, May 18, 2026)

Mon, 18 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Campfire Pot Hanger & Grill: An Articulture Class

Want to impress your friends while camping? If so, come to this fun blacksmithing campfire essentials workshop! This stand-alone holder and grill design, used by pre-industrial trappers and explorers, is simple enough for beginners who want to learn blacksmithing basics. This stylish outdoor kitchen set is perfect for a campsite firepit and will be the envy of your fellow campers. Not only is it perfect for cooking, it breaks down and packs neatly for easy transport.

Instructor

Duncan Raney

Notes

Participants must wear close-toed shoes and 100% cotton or wool clothing (no holes highly recommended), NO synthetic fibers. No refunds will be given to participants who are required to withdraw without proper attire. If you have questions about appropriate clothing, reach out to the instructor.

This class is run by Articulture and hosted at Twin Cities Maker.

Ceramics | Intermediate Hand-Building (Tue, May 19, 2026)

Tue, 19 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

NOTE: To sign-up for this class, you must have taken Hand-Building 101 at TCM or share work photos and experience to ceramics@tcmaker.org. Thank you!

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

Through this 8-week hand-building ceramics class, students will further their knowledge of clay through guided projects on pinch, coil, and slab, field trips, workshops, and self-directed research. Students will also understand surface decoration on different stages of clay, crack repair, and a variety of glaze application techniques.

The skills acquired in this course will support your hand-building foundation on which you may take more advanced classes and/or learn in open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

Traditional Spoon Carving: Articulture Class @TCM (Tue, May 19, 2026)

Tue, 19 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Traditional Spoon Carving: An articulture class

This fun spoon carving class will teach the basics such as safety, carving grips, tool maintenance, and finishing techniques. Students will develop their own personal carving aesthetic while learning about the history of wood carving and its appeal in contemporary fine craft. This wonderfully sociable artform is very portable, low cost, low mess, ecologically friendly, and is connected to nearly every culture worldwide! Leave with a beautiful fully functional and finished spoon that has your personal creative style literally carved into it.

Instructor

Anders Nienstaedt

Notes

If there is interest in buying a carving kit, this will be discussed first day of class.

This class is run by Articulture and hosted by Twin Cities Maker.

Festool Domino Joiner - Basic Training (Tue, May 19, 2026)

Tue, 19 May 2026 23:30:00 GMT

FESTOOL DOMINO TRAINING

This class provides basic training and familiarity with the Festool Domino for you to be signed off and granted access.

Members are asked to make a $5 minimum donation to the woodshop for purchasing tool bits and other consumables, and you are encouraged to bring your own stock/scrap pieces to this class to practice joining so everyone can test the tool out and get a feel for using it.

At the end of this class members will be given access to both Festool Dominos which are secured in a locked storage cabinet.

Ceramics | Hand-Building 101 (Wed, May 20, 2026)

Wed, 20 May 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

NOTE: This class is required for ceramics studio members who do not pass or do not attempt the hand-building sign-off. Members must either pass the hand-building sign off or take the 101 course to hand-build in our studio. Thank you!

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

Through the 6-week hand-building ceramics class (101 series), students will learn the fundamentals of working with clay including knowledge and understanding of pinch, slab, coil techniques, and surface decoration. Students will also understand clay properties, how to prevent cracked work, and the proper techniques to glaze application for firing.

The skills acquired in this course will serve as the hand-building foundation on which you may take more advanced classes and/or learn in open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

This class is taught by JJ Bunch.

3D Printing - Intro Class and Orientation (Wed, May 20, 2026)

Wed, 20 May 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Curious about 3D printing? Want to make organizers, replacement parts, cosplay props, custom brackets, mounts, prototypes, or just something fun you found online? This is your starting point.

No previous 3D printing experience needed. Just bring your curiosity.

After registering, please complete this free Bambu Class: https://bambulab.com/en-us/support/academy/11

Course completion is REQUIRED so we can check you off for printer access.

No computer or smartphone to take the course? Just email 3D@tcmaker.org and we will make it work.

In this hands-on session, we will walk through how the 3D lab works, go over shared space guidelines, and guide you step-by-step through printing on our Bambu Lab 3D printers. Bring an STL file if you have one you are excited about, or use one of ours. If your print does not finish during class, you can pick it up later. Filament for training prints is provided.

By the end, you will be officially checked off and ready to use the Bambu Lab printers on your own.

Open to both members and non-members. If you have printed before, you are still welcome to join. You can also email us about scheduling a quick 30-minute check-off session.

Want to go further? After this class, members can take intermediate training to unlock our Bambu X1C with AMS. We also run a monthly resin class for the Anycubic resin 3D printers. 3D scanner training for the Creality Raptor Pro is available upon request.

If the class is full, reach out and we will schedule a 1:1 session based on availability.

Got any questions or need assistance? Email us at 3D@tcmaker.org and we are happy to help.

We cannot wait to see what you make. Happy making!

Ceramics | Wheel-Throwing 101 (Wed, May 20, 2026)

Wed, 20 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

The skills acquired in this class will the the foundation on which you can keep building with more advanced classes and/or open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

This class is taught by Lynn Cardwell. She has over 10 years of experience with ceramics and education.

Laser Cutter Basics - Check Out Training (Wed, May 20, 2026)

Wed, 20 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

To Attend this Event, You Must Purchase a Ticket From Eventbrite.

Please Click Here to Purchase a Ticket

*Please Note: Ignore the "Spaces Left" on this Event. It will always show Zero!

MUST BE A MEMBER OF TCMAKER!

Laser Cutter Basics - Check Out Training (Wed, May 20, 2026)

Thu, 21 May 2026 00:30:00 GMT

To Attend this Event, You Must Purchase a Ticket From Eventbrite.

Please Click Here to Purchase a Ticket

*Please Note: Ignore the "Spaces Left" on this Event. It will always show Zero!

MUST BE A MEMBER OF TCMAKER!

Master Miter Joints and Splines for Boxes and Cabinets (Thu, May 21, 2026)

Thu, 21 May 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Master the art of tight mitered corners by learning to tune the table saw for perfect 45-degree cuts to build better boxes and cabinets.

Learn to cut clean miter joints and overcome their inherent structural weaknesses. You will learn to tune the table saw and router table for seamless corners. You will use splines to turn fragile joints into strong, decorative features. This essential skill is perfect for crafting high-end jewelry boxes, picture frames, and waterfall table tops.

Experience Level

Confident use of a table saw and router table is required.

Skills You Will Learn

(1) We will master the geometry of the four-corner miter and learn how to tune the table saw and miter sled for "gap-free" 45-degree joints, (2) cut miters are splines with the router table, (3) explore the structural and aesthetic benefit of splines, and (3) use a dedicated spline jig. After this class, you will be able to create clean corners that are structurally sound for boxes and cabinets.

What to Bring

Clothing suitable for the wood shop. Wear close toed shoes and avoid loose, dangling clothing and accessories.
Eye and hearing protection is required. Dust masks and eye/ear protection are available to borrow but bringing your own is recommended.

About the Instructor

Tim Bednar is an Assistant Wood Shop Manager at TC Maker and also teaches the Woodworking 101 class. After studying at the Minneapolis College of Art and Design, he spent many years as a minister and then web developer before returning to furniture design and woodcraft.

Ceramics Maintenance Night (Thu, May 21, 2026)

Fri, 22 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT

NOTE: This event is open to studio members and non-studio members alike.

Questions or trouble signing up? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org

Become a steward of the ceramics studio! Help us foster an environment of collective care as we clean the studio, maintain tools, and complete studio improvements. We are all volunteers, and appreciate your time and effort to maintain the space we love.

- Your TCM Ceramics Managers

Metalworking 101 (Sat, May 23, 2026)

Sat, 23 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Learn enough metalworking to double your project list!

Class Two: Our second class will go over how to MIG weld, use of the drill press, review the oxy-acetylene torch, and continue to fabricate pieces for our class project.

Class Four: Class four is an open work class. Participants can come and work on their individual project with support from the instructor.

Experience Level

Suited to beginners but all levels welcome.

Skills You'll Learn

MIG Welding, Oxy-Acetylene, plasma cutting, angle grinder, shear, drill press, bandsaw.

Refund Policy

Up To 7 Days Before the Event Starts.

About the Instructor

Screen Printing - 101 (Sat, May 23, 2026)

Sat, 23 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT

After this class you'll have a general understanding of how to operate the screen printing equipment along with the basic principles of screen printing.

Besides learning about the screen printing equipment, you'll learn about shop policies & safety, practical applications of screen printing, how to chose a good image for screen printing, and acceptable surfaces that will screen print well.

Tools Covered

Power Washer
Exposure Unit
Safe Light
Screen Machine
Mobile Screen Station

What to Bring/Wear

Wear comfortable shop cloths, something you don't mind getting ink on
Hearing Protection is suggested, as sometimes it gets loud.

About the Instructor

Rick Strohmeyer has been a long time member of Twin Cities Maker. After receiving his Bachelor of Fine Arets in printmaking, he has enjoyed sharing his knowledge he has learned while being a a print-maker, painter and general designer.

New Member Orientation (Sat, May 23, 2026)

Sat, 23 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT

About this event

Orientation lasts for about 1 hour with time after for questions and support for any issues.

After you have completed orientation you will receive your fob to access the facility, which will be activated once have paid all membership fees.

If you are going to be working in the woodshop be sure to sign up for woodshop orientation immediately following this class. Check our orientations calendar to register.

All New Members are required to Pre-Register for this Orientation.

If you cannot attend an in person orientation, please reach out to membership@tcmaker.org so that we can work out special arrangements.

Ceramics | Hand-Building 101 (Sat, May 23, 2026)

Sat, 23 May 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

NOTE: This class is required for ceramics studio members who do not pass or do not attempt the hand-building sign-off. Members must either pass the hand-building sign off or take the 101 course to hand-build in our studio. Thank you!

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

Through the 6-week hand-building ceramics class (101 series), students will learn the fundamentals of working with clay including knowledge and understanding of pinch, slab, coil techniques, and surface decoration. Students will also understand clay properties, how to prevent cracked work, and the proper techniques to glaze application for firing.

The skills acquired in this course will serve as the hand-building foundation on which you may take more advanced classes and/or learn in open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

Garden Irrigation Systems (Sat, May 23, 2026)

Sat, 23 May 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Never let your plants get thirsty again!

Do you love gardening but lack the energy for watering all your enthusiastic plant purchases? Are you like me and the phrase "just one more tomato plant, I'm sure I have room for it" haunt you by August? Join us as we explore the wonderful world of creating your own irrigation system. Schedule or manually turn on your spigot and away it goes!

This class has two parts.

In part one we'll cover types of irrigation you can use, the pro's and cons, and what material is ideal. We'll also include some piping best practices and how to prepare your system for winter.

Part two participants are encouraged to bring in their garden layout and start planning their system. We will also be learning how to solder, use some basic piping tools, and making out own manifolds for our irrigation system.

Participants will take home a PVC manifold, if participants would prefer a copper one, please reach out to the instructor at cory.due@tcmaker.org.

About the Instructor

Cory Due is an over-enthusiastic gardener who is still learning the meaning of "no we cannot add one more plant to this bed". They are a pipefitter during the day (and sometimes night) and love spending time with their family. Their enthusiasm for food and gardening is only ever tempered by time and space.

Lapidary Orientation (Sat, May 23, 2026)

Sat, 23 May 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Lapidary shop orientation will get new members to the shop familiar with the equipment, the capabilities of the shop, and the dos and don'ts of the space. No personal PPE is required, but a pair of wrap-around goggles/safety glasses and a smock/apron are recommended. A dust mask may also be worn, though all tools are run with coolant to minimize dust.

Metalworking 101 (Sun, May 24, 2026)

Sun, 24 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Learn enough metalworking to double your project list!

Class Two: Our second class will go over how to MIG weld, use of the drill press, review the oxy-acetylene torch, and continue to fabricate pieces for our class project.

Class Four: Class four is an open work class. Participants can come and work on their individual project with support from the instructor.

Experience Level

Suited to beginners but all levels welcome.

Skills You'll Learn

MIG Welding, Oxy-Acetylene, plasma cutting, angle grinder, shear, drill press, bandsaw.

Refund Policy

Up To 7 Days Before the Event Starts.

About the Instructor

Ceramics | Wheel-Throwing 101 (Mon, May 25, 2026)

Mon, 25 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

The skills acquired in this class will the the foundation on which you can keep building with more advanced classes and/or open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

This class is taught by Paola Evangelista. Artist and educator, born in Peru and based in the Twin Cities since 2019. Read more at www.paolaevangelista.com

Blacksmithing - Dining Utensil Set: Articulture Class @TCM (Mon, May 25, 2026)

Mon, 25 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Through the process of making a one-of-a-kind set of utensils, students will be guided through the basics of blacksmithing to learn skills such as fullering, flattening, upsetting, and curling. Possible creative styles and decorative embellishments will be shown, including color choice of brut de forge black or a brass-brushed finish. Everyone will leave with their personal custom designed utensil set - spoon, knife, and fork that will be “dinner” ready, bombproof, and fit for any table! Perfect for beginners!

Instructor

Duncan Raney

Notes

This class is run by Articulture and hosted at Twin Cities Maker.

Ceramics | Intermediate Hand-Building (Tue, May 26, 2026)

Tue, 26 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

NOTE: To sign-up for this class, you must have taken Hand-Building 101 at TCM or share work photos and experience to ceramics@tcmaker.org. Thank you!

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

Through this 8-week hand-building ceramics class, students will further their knowledge of clay through guided projects on pinch, coil, and slab, field trips, workshops, and self-directed research. Students will also understand surface decoration on different stages of clay, crack repair, and a variety of glaze application techniques.

The skills acquired in this course will support your hand-building foundation on which you may take more advanced classes and/or learn in open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

Traditional Spoon Carving: Articulture Class @TCM (Tue, May 26, 2026)

Tue, 26 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Traditional Spoon Carving: An articulture class

Instructor

Anders Nienstaedt

Notes

If there is interest in buying a carving kit, this will be discussed first day of class.

This class is run by Articulture and hosted by Twin Cities Maker.

Ceramics | Hand-Building 101 (Wed, May 27, 2026)

Wed, 27 May 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

NOTE: This class is required for ceramics studio members who do not pass or do not attempt the hand-building sign-off. Members must either pass the hand-building sign off or take the 101 course to hand-build in our studio. Thank you!

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

Through the 6-week hand-building ceramics class (101 series), students will learn the fundamentals of working with clay including knowledge and understanding of pinch, slab, coil techniques, and surface decoration. Students will also understand clay properties, how to prevent cracked work, and the proper techniques to glaze application for firing.

The skills acquired in this course will serve as the hand-building foundation on which you may take more advanced classes and/or learn in open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

This class is taught by JJ Bunch.

Ceramics | Wheel-Throwing 101 (Wed, May 27, 2026)

Wed, 27 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

The skills acquired in this class will the the foundation on which you can keep building with more advanced classes and/or open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

This class is taught by Lynn Cardwell. She has over 10 years of experience with ceramics and education.

CAD for CNC and Laser (Wed, May 27, 2026)

Wed, 27 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Work with CAD design your 2 and 2.5 dimensional objects. We’ll work with patterns/textures, text, and accurate hole placement. In class we’ll work on designing either a bracelet (laser) or name plate (CNC). We’ll walk through exporting dxf files for laser and using kiri:moto to export gcode for the CNC machine. We’ll use OnShape which is free and web-based, allowing it to be used on almost any device. Please sign up for an account before class.

What to Bring

Your device
An OnShape account

About the Instructor

Daniel Hoisington has worked at Augsburg and St Thomas and now teaches extra curricular STEM subjects to middle and high school students. In his free time he enjoys making math manipulatives and biking.

Laser Cutter Basics - Check Out Training (Wed, May 27, 2026)

Wed, 27 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

To Attend this Event, You Must Purchase a Ticket From Eventbrite.

Please Click Here to Purchase a Ticket

*Please Note: Ignore the "Spaces Left" on this Event. It will always show Zero!

MUST BE A MEMBER OF TCMAKER!

Artifactory Orientation (Wed, May 27, 2026)

Thu, 28 May 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Orientation will be a half-hour session covering space changes, equipment and material locations, donations, cleanliness protocols, and safety procedures for new members and those who haven't been down to the Artifactory in a while.

Laser Cutter Basics - Check Out Training (Wed, May 27, 2026)

Thu, 28 May 2026 00:30:00 GMT

To Attend this Event, You Must Purchase a Ticket From Eventbrite.

Please Click Here to Purchase a Ticket

*Please Note: Ignore the "Spaces Left" on this Event. It will always show Zero!

MUST BE A MEMBER OF TCMAKER!

New Member Orientation (Thu, May 28, 2026)

Thu, 28 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

About this event

Orientation lasts for about 1 hour with time after for questions and support for any issues.

After you have completed orientation you will receive your fob to access the facility, which will be activated once have paid all membership fees.

If you are going to be working in the woodshop be sure to sign up for woodshop orientation immediately following this class. Check our orientations calendar to register.

All New Members are required to Pre-Register for this Orientation.

If you cannot attend an in person orientation, please reach out to membership@tcmaker.org so that we can work out special arrangements.

Wood Shop Orientation (Thu, May 28, 2026)

Fri, 29 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Wood Shop Orientation

Wood Shop Orientation is a required orientation for all woodworkers.

During Orientation we will cover basic shop safety guidelines along with best practices that are necessary to use the wood shop at Twin Cities Maker!

https://wiki.tcmaker.org/en/shop_departments/wood_shop

Metalworking 101 (Sat, May 30, 2026)

Sat, 30 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Learn enough metalworking to double your project list!

Class Two: Our second class will go over how to MIG weld, use of the drill press, review the oxy-acetylene torch, and continue to fabricate pieces for our class project.

Class Four: Class four is an open work class. Participants can come and work on their individual project with support from the instructor.

Experience Level

Suited to beginners but all levels welcome.

Skills You'll Learn

MIG Welding, Oxy-Acetylene, plasma cutting, angle grinder, shear, drill press, bandsaw.

Refund Policy

Up To 7 Days Before the Event Starts.

About the Instructor

Ceramics | Hand-Building 101 (Sat, May 30, 2026)

Sat, 30 May 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

NOTE: This class is required for ceramics studio members who do not pass or do not attempt the hand-building sign-off. Members must either pass the hand-building sign off or take the 101 course to hand-build in our studio. Thank you!

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

Through the 6-week hand-building ceramics class (101 series), students will learn the fundamentals of working with clay including knowledge and understanding of pinch, slab, coil techniques, and surface decoration. Students will also understand clay properties, how to prevent cracked work, and the proper techniques to glaze application for firing.

The skills acquired in this course will serve as the hand-building foundation on which you may take more advanced classes and/or learn in open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

Ceramics | Wheel-Throwing 101 (Mon, June 01, 2026)

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

The skills acquired in this class will the the foundation on which you can keep building with more advanced classes and/or open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

This class is taught by Paola Evangelista. Artist and educator, born in Peru and based in the Twin Cities since 2019. Read more at www.paolaevangelista.com

Jewelry Orientation (Mon, June 01, 2026)

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Come learn about the jewelry bench! We have tools to support fabrication workflows as well as casting (red sand and investment casting). The instructor's subject area is silversmithing, but all interest areas are welcomed as we seek to expand our jewelry-making offerings.

In this orientation, you will learn each tool's role in the jewelry-making process, from cutting and forming to soldering and polishing. This department is distinct from the Lapidary department, but the skills go hand-in-hand!

General Know-How

Safety guidance, risks and risk mitigation
Shop rules and expectations
The mounted tools (bench pin, flex shaft, drill press, bench buffer, scroll saw)
The furnaces & kilns

Fabrication

Measuring and Marking

Calipers, rulers, dividers, scribe, center punch, stencils

Forming

Rolling mill, steel/rubber blocks, hammers & mallets, mandrels, swage blocks, wire wrapping

Cutting and Reducing

Files, sandpaper, jeweler's saw (and how to replace its blades), shears, hand cutters, rotary tool bits

Joining

Solder and when to use each type, solder picks, torch, flux, fume extraction, pickle

Polishing

Rotary tool options for detail polishing
Bench buffer for mass polishing

Various Jigs and Miscellaneous

Miter jig, wax ring blank cutting
Scrap metal rules

Casting

Wax carving and mold creation
Red sand / delft clay casting
Investment casting — This will be a general overview of the tools. The process is VERY involved; keep an eye on WA for a full class in the future!

Conclusion

We will end by discussing what's next for the jewelry department, how to get involved, and where to find resources for learning more.

Happy making!
~Abby

Ceramics | Intermediate Hand-Building (Tue, June 02, 2026)

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

NOTE: To sign-up for this class, you must have taken Hand-Building 101 at TCM or share work photos and experience to ceramics@tcmaker.org. Thank you!

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

Through this 8-week hand-building ceramics class, students will further their knowledge of clay through guided projects on pinch, coil, and slab, field trips, workshops, and self-directed research. Students will also understand surface decoration on different stages of clay, crack repair, and a variety of glaze application techniques.

The skills acquired in this course will support your hand-building foundation on which you may take more advanced classes and/or learn in open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

Traditional Spoon Carving: Articulture Class @TCM (Tue, June 02, 2026)

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Traditional Spoon Carving: An articulture class

Instructor

Anders Nienstaedt

Notes

If there is interest in buying a carving kit, this will be discussed first day of class.

This class is run by Articulture and hosted by Twin Cities Maker.

Woodworking 101 (Tue, June 02, 2026)

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:30:00 GMT

This class will provide wood shop users with foundational skills in woodworking including planning, materials, marking, skills, and tool use.

Each of the four sessions will last two hours and start with a lesson portion. If we have any extra time, the instructors can help answer questions and consult on projects.

Tools Covered

The workbench, clamps, vices, measuring tools, squares, chisel, hand plane, bandsaw, table saw, jointer, planer, sanding station, and more.

What to Bring

Clothing suitable to the wood shop. Wear close-toed shoes and avoid loose, dangling clothing and accessories.

Eye and hearing protection is required. Dust masks and eye/ear protection are available to borrow but bringing your own is recommended.

Ceramics | Hand-Building 101 (Wed, June 03, 2026)

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

NOTE: This class is required for ceramics studio members who do not pass or do not attempt the hand-building sign-off. Members must either pass the hand-building sign off or take the 101 course to hand-build in our studio. Thank you!

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

Through the 6-week hand-building ceramics class (101 series), students will learn the fundamentals of working with clay including knowledge and understanding of pinch, slab, coil techniques, and surface decoration. Students will also understand clay properties, how to prevent cracked work, and the proper techniques to glaze application for firing.

The skills acquired in this course will serve as the hand-building foundation on which you may take more advanced classes and/or learn in open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

This class is taught by JJ Bunch.

3D Printing - Intro Class and Orientation (Wed, June 03, 2026)

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT