Grey Bruce Makers Inc. upcoming events

3D Printing 101 - Nov 2026 (Tuesday, November 10, 2026)

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 23:00:00 GMT

3D Printing Basics with Fred Deboard

https://greybrucemakers.ca/event-6784187

Cost: $65 + HST
Date: November 10th, 2026 — 6:00–9:00 PM
Workshop: Digital Fabrication Lab
Maximum Participants: 6

Course Description

Curious about 3D printing? This hands-on class with 3D printing expert Fred DeBoard introduces you to the fundamentals of FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling) 3D printing. You’ll learn how to safely operate the 3D printers at Grey Bruce Makers and gain the skills needed to prepare, launch, and troubleshoot your own prints. Completion of this course certifies you to use GBM’s 3D printers independently as a member.

Key Learnings

Load and unload filament correctly
Calibrate the build plate for consistent prints
Select, prepare, and download 3D model files
Understand slicer basics and print settings
Troubleshoot failed prints and improve quality

✅ Prerequisites

None — this is a CORE introductory course.

What to Wear

Closed-toe shoes
Avoid loose clothing or accessories
Safety glasses are optional

What to Bring

USB drive (optional for storing print files)
Notebook and pen
A design idea or STL file (optional)

‍ About Your Instructor

Fred DeBoard is a long-time 3D printing enthusiast and problem solver who has helped hundreds of makers get started with additive manufacturing. With a practical, patient teaching style, Fred brings deep knowledge and a passion for experimentation to every class. Whether you’re printing your first model or looking to troubleshoot your prints, Fred is the go-to mentor for learning the ins and outs of 3D printing at GBM.

LASER ENGRAVING 101 -Nov 2026 (Thursday, November 12, 2026)

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Laser Engraving 101

https://greybrucemakers.ca/event-6784169

Cost: $65
Date(s): Thursday, November 12th, 2026 | 6:00–9:00 PM
Workshop: Digital Fabrication Lab
Maximum Participants: 6

Course Description

Learn how to set up and operate the Epilog CO₂ Laser Engravers at Grey Bruce Makers. In this hands-on course, you’ll be introduced to the fundamentals of CorelDRAW for preparing artwork, explore materials suitable for laser engraving, and master the setup and safety procedures for using the machine independently. This class is a required certification for members who wish to use the laser engravers on their own.

Key Learnings

Import and prepare designs in CorelDRAW
Set up and focus the Epilog CO₂ Laser
Understand engraving settings for different materials (wood, slate, acrylic, etc.)
Perform test runs, basic troubleshooting, and safety checks
Clean and maintain the laser system

✅ Prerequisites

None — this is a CORE introductory course.

What to Wear

Closed-toe shoes
No loose or flowing clothing
Safety glasses (provided if needed)
Tie back long hair

What to Bring

USB drive (optional for bringing custom artwork)
Notebook and pen (optional)
Your creativity and curiosity

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3D Printing 102 - Nov 2026 (Wednesday, November 18, 2026)

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 23:00:00 GMT

3D Printing 102

https://greybrucemakers.ca/event-6784252

Cost: $65 + HST
Date: November 18st, 2026 — 6:00–9:00 PM

Workshop: Digital Fabrication Lab
Maximum Participants: 6

Course Description

Take your 3D printing skills to the next level by exploring the world of resin 3D printing. Designed for those with basic 3D printing experience, this hands-on course introduces the complete resin printing workflow—from printer setup and resin handling to post-processing and curing. You'll learn how resin printing differs from filament printing, how to prepare models for successful prints, and how to produce highly detailed parts with smooth surface finishes.

Whether you're interested in miniatures, prototypes, jewelry, or highly detailed functional components, this course will give you the knowledge and confidence to achieve consistently excellent results.

Key Learnings

Understand resin printer components and operation
Safely handle, store, and dispose of UV resin
Prepare models using resin slicing software
Orient models and generate effective supports
Learn exposure settings and printer calibration
Wash, cure, and finish resin prints
Troubleshoot common resin printing failures
Best practices for achieving high-detail, reliable prints

✅ Prerequisites

Completion of 3D Printing 101.

What to Wear

Closed-toe shoes
Avoid loose clothing or accessories
Nitrile gloves and safety glasses will be provided

What to Bring

USB drive (optional for storing print files)
Notebook and pen (optional)
A design idea or STL file (optional)

All resin, equipment, tools, and safety supplies are provided.

About Your Instructor

Fred DeBoard is a long-time 3D printing enthusiast with extensive experience in both filament and resin printing technologies. Passionate about helping others succeed, Fred guides students through every step of the resin printing process—from preparing models and optimizing print settings to post-processing and troubleshooting—so they can confidently create highly detailed, professional-quality prints.

LARGE FORMAT PRINTING 101 - November (Saturday, November 21, 2026)

Sat, 21 Nov 2026 18:00:00 GMT

️ Large Format Printing Made Easy

https://greybrucemakers.ca/event-6783919

Cost: $75 (includes instruction, one 16"×20" print, and frame)

Date: Saturday, November 21st, 2026 — 1:00–4:00 PM
Workshop: Marketing Lab
Maximum Participants: 6

Course Description

Want to turn your photos into stunning, gallery-worthy prints? This hands-on workshop teaches you how to use GBM’s 44" HP DesignJet Z6DR large format printer to create beautiful, high-quality posters, technical drawings, or wall art. No photography background required — just basic computer skills and a great image on a USB stick.

Whether you're printing for your home, business, or a creative project, this workshop will guide you through every step of the process — from paper loading to trimming and framing. You’ll leave with a professionally printed and framed 16"x20" image you created yourself.

Key Learnings

Basic operation of the HP Z6DR printer via the control panel
How to load both roll-fed and sheet-fed paper
Use of HP Click software to send, size, and align your prints
Understanding print borders, sizing, and layout
Safe trimming and finishing of prints
Introduction to basic colour systems and ICC Profiles
Overview of paper types and their effect on print quality

✅ Prerequisites

Basic computer skills required.
No photography or graphic design experience necessary.

What to Wear

Comfortable indoor attire
Closed-toe shoes recommended

What to Bring

USB stick with at least one high-resolution image
Optional: additional photos for review
All materials provided, including frame and print paper

Participants are encouraged to send their image ahead of time to:
ed@edmatphoto.com

‍ About Your Instructor

Edward Matthews is a retired professional photographer and former engineer with a passion for precision, creativity, and sharing knowledge. His technical background includes work with Texas Instruments, Dell, OnStar, and MetaSolv, followed by formal photography studies at Austin Community College.

Ed has worked across multiple photography genres — from portraits and real estate to sports and landscapes — and now calls Lake Charles, Ontario home. At GBM, he combines his engineering mindset and photographic artistry to help members get the most out of the Marketing Lab’s powerful printing tools.

ELECTRONICS 101 - Nov (Monday, November 23, 2026)

Mon, 23 Nov 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Electronics 101

https://greybrucemakers.ca/event-6805691

Cost: $279 (includes take home kit value $130!)
Date(s): Monday, November 23rd 2026 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday, November 25th 2026 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Workshop: Digital Fabrication Lab
Maximum Participants: 6

Course Description

Get started with the fundamentals of electronics in this hands-on introductory course. Learn how electrical circuits work, identify common electronic components, and safely use essential tools such as multimeters and breadboards. Through guided projects, you'll build simple circuits while developing an understanding of voltage, current, resistance, and basic troubleshooting techniques. Whether you're interested in DIY projects, robotics, home electronics, or making, this course provides the perfect foundation to begin your electronics journey.

Take Home Kit Includes:

Breadboard Kit
Soldering Kit
Make Your Own Flashlight Kit

Key Learnings

Understand basic electrical theory, including voltage, current, and resistance
Identify common electronic components and their functions
Safely use multimeters and other essential electronics tools
Build and test simple circuits on a breadboard
Read basic circuit diagrams and schematics
Measure voltage, continuity, and resistance
Troubleshoot common circuit problems
Develop a foundation for future electronics projects

✅ Prerequisites

None — this is a CORE introductory course. No previous experience is required.

What to Wear

Closed-toe shoes
Comfortable clothing suitable for a workshop environment

What to Bring

Water bottle
Notebook and pen

All tools, materials, and electronic components required for the course are provided.

About Your Instructor

From woodworking to welding, electronics to computers, Daryl Cober has done it all. He is the proverbial Jack of all Trades! He started driving heavy machinery over 50 years ago and since then has been in construction, achieved an inter provincial license as an electronics technician, toured North America as a live sound engineer, started several corporations, and finished off his career as an independent Software Developer and Systems Architect. Now retired, he spends his free time working in his greenhouse alongside his loving wife, doing home improvements, tinkering in his workshop, riding his Harley and now hanging at Grey Bruce Makers. "As the old saying goes, I have been there, done that and have the T-Shirt!"

V-CARVE 101 -November (Saturday, November 28, 2026)

Sat, 28 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Intro to V-Carve with Iain Campbell

https://greybrucemakers.ca/event-6782535

Cost: $99
Date(s): Saturday, November 28th, 2026 10:00 AM- 4:00PM
Workshop: Classroom
Instructor: Iain Campbell
Max Students: 10

Course Description

Learn the fundamentals of V-Carve, the software that powers CNC design for both routers and plasma cutters. Guided by Iain Campbell, CNC Manager at Upper Canada Stretchers, this course introduces you to the essential functions needed to take a design from screen to machine. Through hands-on practice, you’ll gain the confidence to create, edit, and prepare projects for CNC production.

Key Learnings

Creating a new file
Understanding sheets and layers
Basic geometry, lines, circles, ellipses
Editing entities, trimming, chamfers, fillets
Understanding vectors and bitmaps- Intro to simple 3D shapes

Prerequisites

No previous CNC or V-Carve experience is required. Beginners welcome.

What to Wear

Comfortable clothing suitable for a workshop environment. Safety glasses will be provided if required for demonstrations.

What to Bring

A Windows laptop with V-Carve installed (trial or licensed version)
Notebook and pen for notes
Light lunch for break time

Iain Campbell is CNC Manager at Upper Canada Stretchers, where he oversees the production of custom panels and structures for artists around the globe. A retired mechanical engineer, he cut his first CNC project 40 years ago and has since built expertise in blending design with advanced fabrication. His 25 years as an IBM Technical Trainer sharpened his ability to make complex systems clear and approachable, whether teaching shell scripting, Python, SQL, or digital workflows. Author of Reliable Linux (Wiley & Sons, 2002), Iain brings the same clarity and precision to his V-Carve instruction — guiding learners through design setup, toolpaths, and the skills needed to confidently turn digital ideas into physical creations.

LASER ENGRAVING 101 -Dec 2026 (Thursday, December 10, 2026)

Thu, 10 Dec 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Laser Engraving 101

https://greybrucemakers.ca/event-6784170

Cost: $65
Date(s): Thursday, December 10th, 2026 | 6:00–9:00 PM
Workshop: Digital Fabrication Lab
Maximum Participants: 6

Course Description

Key Learnings

Import and prepare designs in CorelDRAW
Set up and focus the Epilog CO₂ Laser
Understand engraving settings for different materials (wood, slate, acrylic, etc.)
Perform test runs, basic troubleshooting, and safety checks
Clean and maintain the laser system

✅ Prerequisites

None — this is a CORE introductory course.

What to Wear

Closed-toe shoes
No loose or flowing clothing
Safety glasses (provided if needed)
Tie back long hair

What to Bring

USB drive (optional for bringing custom artwork)
Notebook and pen (optional)
Your creativity and curiosity

‍

3D Printing 101 - Dec 2026 (Thursday, December 10, 2026)

Thu, 10 Dec 2026 23:00:00 GMT

3D Printing Basics with Fred Deboard

https://greybrucemakers.ca/event-6784190

Cost: $65 + HST
Date: December 10th, 2026 — 6:00–9:00 PM
Workshop: Digital Fabrication Lab
Maximum Participants: 6

Course Description

Key Learnings

Load and unload filament correctly
Calibrate the build plate for consistent prints
Select, prepare, and download 3D model files
Understand slicer basics and print settings
Troubleshoot failed prints and improve quality

✅ Prerequisites

None — this is a CORE introductory course.

What to Wear

Closed-toe shoes
Avoid loose clothing or accessories
Safety glasses are optional

What to Bring

USB drive (optional for storing print files)
Notebook and pen
A design idea or STL file (optional)

‍ About Your Instructor

PRINTING 101 -December (Saturday, December 19, 2026)

Sat, 19 Dec 2026 18:00:00 GMT

️ Large Format Printing Made Easy

https://greybrucemakers.ca/event-6783927

Cost: $75 (includes instruction, one 16"×20" print, and frame)

Date: Saturday, December 19th, 2026 — 1:00–4:00 PM
Workshop: Marketing Lab
Maximum Participants: 6

Course Description

Key Learnings

Basic operation of the HP Z6DR printer via the control panel
How to load both roll-fed and sheet-fed paper
Use of HP Click software to send, size, and align your prints
Understanding print borders, sizing, and layout
Safe trimming and finishing of prints
Introduction to basic colour systems and ICC Profiles
Overview of paper types and their effect on print quality

✅ Prerequisites

Basic computer skills required.
No photography or graphic design experience necessary.

What to Wear

Comfortable indoor attire
Closed-toe shoes recommended

What to Bring

USB stick with at least one high-resolution image
Optional: additional photos for review
All materials provided, including frame and print paper

Participants are encouraged to send their image ahead of time to:
ed@edmatphoto.com