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• DECORATIVE WELDING with SJ Young - May 15th & 22nd

  • Start
    Thursday, May 15, 2025
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  • End
    Thursday, May 22, 2025
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  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    1130 8th Street East, Owen Sound N4K 5N8
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  DECORATIVE WELDING - with SJ Young 

  Dates: Thursday evenings, May 15th and 22nd, 2025

  Time: 5:30pm to 8:30pm

  Cost: $379 + HST

  Instructor: SJ Young

  Artistic Welding Workshop

  $379 + tax | 2 Session of Creative Firepower

  Get ready to spark your imagination (and a few arcs)! In this 2 session intensive workshop, you’ll dive into the world of artistic welding—where heat, steel, and creativity collide. Whether you’re brand new to metalwork or already a maker looking to level up, this hands-on experience will leave you fired up and full of new skills.

  Here’s what you’ll be playing with (safely, of course):
  MIG welding basics and beyond
  Metal shaping and texturing using hammers, and jigs
  Cutting, grinding, fitting, and bending steel into creative form
  Proper and safe use of power tools and welding equipment

  This is not a certification course—this is where your metal art journey begins. You’ll walk away with new skills, new confidence, and probably a few sparks on your boots (okay, hopefully not literally).

  Small group size = plenty of instructor time and guidance tailored to your experience level. Let us know your background when you register—we’ll meet you where you’re at and help you grow from there.

  Prerequisites: No prior welding experience is necessary. This workshop is suitable for beginners who want to learn basic welding techniques in a short amount of time.

  Equipment: All necessary welding equipment and materials will be provided, including a MIG welder, welding helmet, gloves, and welding wire. Participants are encouraged to wear long-sleeved cotton clothing and closed-toe shoes for safety.

  Participants will be given the choice from 3 fun artistic projects to create. 

  1. A decorative garden stake

  2. A Metal Bird Sculpture

  3. A hanging metal Sculpture.

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• Introduction to CNC Router (Certification) w/ Marcello Nicolo

  • When
    Saturday, May 17, 2025
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    10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    1130 8th Street East, Owen Sound
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  Duration:  1 x 8 hour intensive class
  Cost: $289 + HST
  Date: Saturday May 17th 2025

  Time: 10:00am to 6:00 pm
  Instructor: Marcello Nicolo

  Description: 

  CNC router computer-controlled machines that are widely used in woodworking, and other industries for precision cutting, drilling and much more. This workshop will provide you with an introduction to CNC routers, from design to production, for anyone who wants to learn the basics of this technology.

  In this workshop, you will learn:

  • The basics of CNC routers and how they work
  • The software tools used to design and program CNC router operations
  • How to set up and operate a CNC router safely and efficiently
  • Techniques for creating complex designs and shapes with a CNC router
  • Best practices for material selection, tooling, and finishing
  • Tips for troubleshooting and optimizing CNC router operations

  By the end of the workshop, you will have a solid understanding of how to use a CNC router to produce high-quality, precision parts and products. You will also gain hands-on experience with a CNC router and Vectric's V-carve Pro software.

  Whether you are a hobbyist or a professional, this workshop will help you take your skills to the next level and unlock the full potential of CNC router technology.

  Prerequisites: No prior experience with CNC routers or CAD/CAM software is required, but familiarity with basic woodworking tools and concepts is recommended.

  Equipment:  Participants are required to bring their own laptops and install the Vectric V-carve pro software on it. If you do not have your own laptop please give us a call and we will arrange accommodations for you. 

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• LASER Engraving Basics w/ Mark Brown - May 21st

  • When
    Wednesday, May 21, 2025
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    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    1130 8th Street E Owen Sound, ON

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  Learn how to setup and use the EPILOG CO2 LASER here at Grey Bruce Makers. You will learn the basics of Corel Draw to bring in artwork and sending it to the laser for engraving as well as focusing and testing the laser, diffferent materials to engrave on, and the cleaning and maintenance of the LASER. After the course you will be certified to use the lasers at Grey Bruce Makers.

  COST: $65

  MAX Participants: 6

  DATE: Wednesday, May 21st 6-9pm

  
  

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• 3D Printing Basics w/ Fred DeBoard - May 28th

  • When
    Wednesday, May 28, 2025
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    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    1130 8th Street E, Owen Sound, ON

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  Join 3D Printing Expert Fred DeBoard as he shows you the basics of 3D printing and certifies you on the 3D printers at the makerspace. This course will teach you how to load/unload filament, calibrate the printers, select and download files to print and discuss troubleshooting and special techniques to get the most out of your prints.

  COST: $65 plus tax

  MAX Particiants: 6

  DATE: Wednesday, May 28th 2025

  TIME: 6pm-9pm

  
  

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• LEARN THE CNC ROUTER (Certification) - June 2025

  • Start
    Tuesday, June 03, 2025
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  • End
    Friday, June 13, 2025
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    1130 8th Street East, Owen Sound
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  Duration:  2 Classes per week for 2 weeks
  

  Cost: $289 + HST
  

  Dates:

  Tuesday June 3rd, 2025

  Thursday June 5th, 2025

  Tuesday June 10th, 2025

  Friday June 13th, 2025

  Time: 6:00pm - 8:30pm
  

  Instructor: Dave Trimbee

  Description: 

  CNC router computer-controlled machines that are widely used in woodworking, and other industries for precision cutting, drilling and much more. This workshop will provide you with an introduction to CNC routers, from design to production, for anyone who wants to learn the basics of this technology.

  In this workshop, you will learn:

  • The basics of CNC routers and how they work
  • The software tools used to design and program CNC router operations
  • How to set up and operate a CNC router safely and efficiently
  • Techniques for creating complex designs and shapes with a CNC router
  • Best practices for material selection, tooling, and finishing
  • Tips for troubleshooting and optimizing CNC router operations

  By the end of the workshop, you will have a solid understanding of how to use a CNC router to produce high-quality, precision parts and products. You will also gain hands-on experience with a CNC router and Vectric's V-carve Pro software.

  Whether you are a hobbyist or a professional, this workshop will help you take your skills to the next level and unlock the full potential of CNC router technology.

  Prerequisites: No prior experience with CNC routers or CAD/CAM software is required, but familiarity with basic woodworking tools and concepts is recommended.

  Equipment:  Participants are required to bring their own laptops and install the Vectric V-carve pro software on it. If you do not have your own laptop please give us a call and we will arrange accommodations for you. 

  Axyz CNC Certification Day:

  During the workshop's second day, you will schedule your time slot for the certification session scheduled on the fourth day of the class.

  
  

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• LEARN TO WELD with SJ Young - June 5th

  • When
    Thursday, June 05, 2025
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    5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    1130 8th Street East, Owen Sound N4K 5N8
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  LEARN TO WELD - with SJ Young 1-day Basic MIG Welding Course 

  Date: June 5th, 2025

  Time: Thursday, 5:30pm to 8:30pm

  Cost: $189 + HST

  Instructor: SJ Young

  Description:

  MIG welding, also known as Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), is a popular and versatile type of welding used in manufacturing, construction, and metalworking. In this three-hour workshop, you will get an introduction to the basics of MIG welding and gain hands-on experience with welding techniques.

  You will start by learning the fundamentals of welding safety, including the use of personal protective equipment and proper handling of welding equipment.

  You will practice welding techniques such as tack welding, butt welding, and fillet welding on metal. You will learn how to control the welding arc, create a strong and clean weld, and troubleshoot common welding problems.

  By the end of the workshop, you will have a solid understanding of MIG welding and the ability to weld on your own.

  Prerequisites: No prior welding experience is necessary. This workshop is suitable for beginners who want to learn basic MIG welding techniques in a short amount of time.

  Equipment: All necessary welding equipment and materials will be provided, including a MIG welder, welding helmet, gloves, and welding wire. Participants are encouraged to wear long-sleeved cotton clothing and closed-toe shoes for safety.

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• 3D Printing Basics w/ Fred DeBoard - June 11th

  • When
    Wednesday, June 11, 2025
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    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    1130 8th Street E, Owen Sound, ON

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  Join 3D Printing Expert Fred DeBoard as he shows you the basics of 3D printing and certifies you on the 3D printers at the makerspace. This course will teach you how to load/unload filament, calibrate the printers, select and download files to print and discuss troubleshooting and special techniques to get the most out of your prints.

  COST: $65 plus tax

  MAX Particiants: 6

  DATE: Wednesday, June 11th 2025

  TIME: 6pm-9pm

  
  

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• 3D Printing Basics w/ Fred DeBoard - June 25th

  • When
    Wednesday, June 25, 2025
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    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    1130 8th Street E, Owen Sound, ON

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  Join 3D Printing Expert Fred DeBoard as he shows you the basics of 3D printing and certifies you on the 3D printers at the makerspace. This course will teach you how to load/unload filament, calibrate the printers, select and download files to print and discuss troubleshooting and special techniques to get the most out of your prints.

  COST: $65 plus tax

  MAX Particiants: 6

  DATE: Wednesday, June 25nd 2025

  TIME: 6pm-9pm

  
  

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• 3D Printing Basics w/ Fred DeBoard - July 9th

  • When
    Wednesday, July 09, 2025
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    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    1130 8th Street E, Owen Sound, ON

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  Join 3D Printing Expert Fred DeBoard as he shows you the basics of 3D printing and certifies you on the 3D printers at the makerspace. This course will teach you how to load/unload filament, calibrate the printers, select and download files to print and discuss troubleshooting and special techniques to get the most out of your prints.

  COST: $65 plus tax

  MAX Particiants: 6

  DATE: Wednesday, July 9th 2025

  TIME: 6pm-9pm

  
  

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• 3D Printing Basics w/ Fred DeBoard - July 23rd

  • When
    Wednesday, July 23, 2025
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    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    1130 8th Street E, Owen Sound, ON

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  Join 3D Printing Expert Fred DeBoard as he shows you the basics of 3D printing and certifies you on the 3D printers at the makerspace. This course will teach you how to load/unload filament, calibrate the printers, select and download files to print and discuss troubleshooting and special techniques to get the most out of your prints.

  COST: $65 plus tax

  MAX Particiants: 6

  DATE: Wednesday, July 23rd 2025

  TIME: 6pm-9pm

  
  

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