SPPS Community Education offers a variety of classes designed for adults with developmental disabilities to explore interests, meet with peers, have fun and learn new skills!
School Age Child Care
Where families learn & grow together.
1/2 Day Nature-based Pre-K
Ages 18 and up. Hammer in hand, iron heated in the coal forge, anvil at the ready, strike up a new skill in blacksmithing. Spend the day creating a hand-forged project to take home; S-hook or a drive hook. No previous experience necessary. Bring basic safety equipment to class- see below.
Safety Equipment: safety glasses, hearing protection, clothing of natural fiber with no cuffs or fraying, cotton or leather gloves and closed-toe leather boots or shoes.
There will be a lunch break from 12:00-1:00PM. Participants are welcome to bring a lunch or procure lunch from a local eatery. Bring a water bottle to class.
The Guild of Metalsmiths (TGoM) is a non-profit organization of people centered in and around Minnesota who preserve and promote the art, science, and skills of metalworking. We hold classes on Basics, Hammers, Tongs, Zombie Choppers, Tomahawks, Flowers, Leaves, and much more. We hold a 3-day open forge in June, a 3-day conference with demonstrators in September, and bi-monthly pot-luck member meetings. There are lots of opportunities to demonstrate, and maybe sell your wares, at local Threshing Shows, County Fairs, and Art Shows which we sponsor and support. Our members get advanced registration for classes plus discounts for equipment, clothing, supplies, and classes.
The Guild of Metalsmiths
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