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  • Intro to Woodworking w/Elena - Create a Window Planter Box

    • June 17, 2025
    • June 18, 2025
    • 2 sessions
    • 1936 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
    • 1
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    This two-session woodworking class will educate students on the basic concepts and safe use of woodshop equipment, while crafting a window planter box for your spring flowers/herbs. Students will leave with their own box and an understanding and safety training on the following equipment and skills:

    • Table, Miter, & Bandsaws
    • Joiner
    • Planer
    • Drill press
    • Combination & Orbital Sanders
    • Router Table
    • Applying finish

    Structure: This class is split into two weeknight sessions:

    • Tuesday, June 17th from 6:30PM-9:30PM: 
      The instructor will take the entire cohort through the process of constructing the planter box, demonstrating the safe use of the necessary equipment and tools along the way.  
    • Wednesday, June 18th 2025 from 6:30pm-9:30pm: 
      Each student will create their own window planter boxes with hands-on instruction available from the instructor. 
    • (Optional) Office Hour(s): 
      Should any student require       extra time or guidance completing their projects, they can schedule optional "office hours" time with the instructor. Elena will be available by email and Slack (for HackPGH members).


    Requirements    : No woodworking experience needed. All supplies and safety equipment will be provided. Please wear closed-toed shoes, remove any dangling jewelry, and tie back any long hair.

    Instructor: Elena Sotos

    Cost: $145 ($155 for Non-Members).  Price includes materials,  instruction, and an optional office hour session with the instructor. You must register and pay to hold your spot! No-shows will NOT be refunded. If you need to cancel, please contact HackPGH at least 48 hours before the class date! 

    Membership discount: We encourage students of this class to join HackPGH and use the makerspace at their convenience. Non-members will receive 50% off their first month of membership. Not only will new members gain 24/7 access to the woodshop, but also our CNC, welding bench, 3D printers, laser cutter, computer lab, electronics bench, FABRICation Arts, and more! Speak to a Board Member or contact us at info (at)     HackPittsburgh.org for more information.

    Class Size: 4 people

    Age Requirements: Adults only! Must be 18+ to attend

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  • MIG Welding 101: Make Your Own Chain Lamp!

    • June 21, 2025
    • 11:00 - 17:00
    • 1936 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
    • 5
    • 1 registrant
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    Join us at HackPGH for an intensive but fun and informative MIG welding class, intended for complete beginners and/or those looking to brush up on rusty skills while building something fun and functional. 

    Structure: This class provides the foundation for basic fabrication techniques using one of HackPGH's two new MIG welders - the Millermatic 255 "MIGuel" and the Vulcan Omnipro 220! Students will learn to tack-weld into place and fully weld steel. Each student will make and take home an industrial lamp made from heavy duty chain with an Edison-style bulb. Several breaks will be offered throughout the day, including a long break for a group takeout lunch. Lunch will be provided, so please advise if you have any allergies or food restrictions!  

    Requirements: No experience required.  Ages 16+, minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. 

    Safety requirements: Work boots or leather shoes recommended.  No open-toed or cloth shoes. Long hair should be tied back, and and we recommend wearing natural fiber clothing such as denim and cotton. 

    Date & Time:  Saturday, June 21st from 11:00am-5:00pm

    Cost:  $165 for non-members, $150 for HackPGH Members

    You must register and pay to save your spot in the class! NOTE: No-shows will NOT be refunded. If you need to cancel, please contact HackPGH at least 48 hours before the class date! 

    Instructor(s): George & Kiefer

    Class limit: 6 students

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  • Design for the CNC Router w/Andre: HackPGH Members-only Training

    • June 24, 2025
    • 18:30 - 21:30
    • 1936 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
    • 3
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    Learn the Next Steps for Preparing your Project for use with HackPGH's CNC with Andre!

    Topics covered: 

    • Planning, designing, and generating G-Code using VCarve Pro software
    • Proper use Preparation of files for your materials with our MakerFab CNC
    • Students will Design a Simple Street Number Sign utilizing a Tool Change

    Date and time: Tuesday, June 24th from 6:30pm-9:30pm

    Requirements: Active HackPGH Membership required. No experience necessary. 

    Safety Information: Safety glasses and ear protection will be provided. Wear closed-toed shoes and tie any long hair back for your safety.

    VCarve Invites: After completing this training session, participants will receive an invite and code to join HackPGH's VCarve Makerspace account. This will allow members to download access the VCarve Trial software at home. Designs can easily be uploaded to the makerspace account, then accessed and edited later on the five VCarve Pro computers at the shop (CNC laptop and the four computer lab "unit" PCs).

    Instructor: Andre Schrock

    Cost: $50 - HackPGH members only! No-shows will not be refunded. Wait list is enabled so if you must cancel, please email info(at)hackpittsburgh.org at least 48 hours before the training date! 

    Class Size: 4 people

    Age Requirements: Adults only, 18+

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  • Hand Tool Repair & Maintenance with Ben

    • June 28, 2025
    • 10:30 - 14:30
    • 1936 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
    • 4
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    This class takes HackPGH back to its "Right to Repair" roots! 

    Description: This class will instruct students on the maintenance, repair, and diagnosis of hand tools such as chisels, hammers & mallets, small hatchets, shafted punches, small sledges, and more. Attendees are encouraged to bring used one used hand tool under 12" that is either need of repair or determination of its continued usefulness and integrity. If you are unsure if a tool is appropriate for this class, please contact us via the email address at the bottom of this class description. 

    Should attendees bring an item to be repaired, steel for wedges and a small selection of wood types will be provided for fabricating new handles. Possible species include include ash, hickory, beech, mahogany, white limba, and others. The proper wood choice is dependent on the item being repaired, and the instructor will help guide students through the process! 

    Don't have a tool to bring? No problem. We have a few things in need of repair, plus several ball pein hammers that can be used for practice. Whatever the choice, the student will take something home at the end of class.

    Be advised: Not all damages will be or can be fixed during this class, nor is this a course on complete restoration of old tools.   

    Requirements: No experience required.  Ages 16+, minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. As this is an inaugural class, we are limiting the class size. Any feedback for the instructor and organization would be appreciated after the class session. 

    Safety requirements:  No open-toed or cloth shoes. Long hair should be tied back, and dangling jewelry should be removed. Any necessary PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) such as eye and ear protection will be provided. 

    Date & Time:  Saturday, June 28th from 10:30am-2:30pm
    Several breaks will be taken throughout the class. Bottled water, coffee, tea, and hot chocolate are available for free from our coffee bar. Other snacks and drinks can be purchased from our vending machines. 

    Cost:  $75 ($70 for HackPGH members) - discounted cost for this first-ever session! 

    • You must register and pay to save your spot in the class! If payment has not been received within four days of the class, your spot in the class will be forfeited. 
    • If you plan to pay with cash, you must contact us at the email below to make payment arrangements.
    • NOTE: No-shows will NOT be refunded. If you need to cancel, please contact HackPGH at least 48 hours before the class date! 

    Instructor(s): Ben Kranking

    Class limit: 4 students

    Contact email: info(at)hackpittsburgh.org

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  • Learn the Shaper w/Kyle: HackPGH Members-only Training

    • July 26, 2025
    • 13:00 - 16:00
    • 1936 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
    • 5
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    This intermediate woodworking class is a members-only class that covers proper use of HackPGH's Grizzly 3HP G1026 Shaper. Students will work together to create a sample section of a raised panel door. 

    What is a Shaper? In woodworking, it's a machine used to shape the edges of stock wood. Shapers have a rotating cutter (not a bit) mounted on a spindle that the operator manually feeds the stock against. The cutter head has multiple cutting edges and rotates at high speeds. Shapers are more powerful and flexible than routers, and can take larger cuts in one pass. However, they can be more dangerous which is why successful completion of this class or demonstration of competence to a Shop Lead is required before independent use of HackPGH's Shaper! 

    The following topics will be covered: 

    • The main parts of the Shaper and its general purpose
    • Safe use of the Shaper, collets, and cutters
    • Application of skills by creating trim and raised panel doors. The class will compete one raised panel door together as a cohort.

    Date and time: Sunday, January 19th from 1:00pm-4:00pm

    Prerequisites: Active HackPGH Membership required. This is not a class for beginners! Prior woodworking experience or successful completion of our Intro to Woodworking class is required. 

    Safety Information: Safety glasses and ear protection will be provided. Wear closed-toed shoes and tie any long hair back for your safety. Please do not wear any loose clothing and remove any jewelry. Instructor will offer safety checkoffs for independent use upon completion of the class at his discretion. 

    Instructor: Kyle Anchuetz

    Cost: $55 - HackPGH members only! No-shows will not be refunded. Wait list is enabled so if you must cancel, please email info(at)hackpittsburgh.org at least 48 hours before the training date! 

    Class Size: 5 people

    Age Requirements: Adults only, 18+

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