Events, Hammer ins, Where to meet

I'm looking to make a start in the Forging world, however I'm having a bit of a problem finding a place that offers classes or apprenticeships in my area. If anyone has any information on schools or classes given near Peoria, I would greatly appreciate the knowledge.

Just as the title says: I'll be moving to Charleston, WV within the next two months for a job at one of the local libraries, and I'm curious to see who is set up out there, what groups are nearby, and see if there's a chance to meet up with other smiths and get to know the community. Thanks in advance for any input!

me and at least two others from here will be at this event held on the 14th, 15th and 16th november just east of Coventry. I will have my usual stuff and will have my press with me in case anyone wants to see it. if you want to know more about the event just ask

Hey ya all just wondering if anyone has any idea of a forge that might have a open day between now and the 19th I'm doing a road trip and was thinking what better to do then drop in to have a look, if anything was happening. Anyway im are in NYC from Wednesday the 28th to like the 4th then driving down the Mississippi through Nashville or something I guess. Down to New Orleans and across to Florida taking 14 days more or less. Sooo if anyone has a awesome forge they like show off or a club that might have something going on it that time let me know :-)

Hi, I am looking around to see if any of you experienced guys out there are from NJ, so that one day I can visit and learn a thing or two from you. Also if you know of any groups that get together and forge almost like a meet somewhere in NJ; NJBA is inactive or else i would join them. Thanks

G'day all youse AUSSIE's , well it's on again " Get HAMMERED " at MOONY'S 23 rd , 24 th , 25 th October 2015 Braidwood NSW Australia Cost is $ 50.00 per person This covers all the fuel ( forges / genny ) & a slap up feed on the Saturday nite Remember to bring tucker for all other meals , your tools ( you wont need them all ) , camping gear , any project you want to work on ( bring steel , but MOONY will have extra if you run out ) , " Dunny paper "& most importantly BEER ... Let me/ MOONY know ( in here will do ) if your coming , need to workout ow many ta cater for on Saturday nite Dale Russell

Hey gang: Deb has a last dog training class in S. California and I get to go along. We'll be in the LA area, Arr. Nov. 5th am. 5th-9th. in Burbank, 10th-12th. in Ontario and 13th-15th in Calimesa. Dept the 16th. I'm hoping to hook up with some high school friends and have Deb's relatives to visit but will probably have free time to kill. I don't think I'll be renting a car it's been 43 years and a great white . . . birch attack since driving in S Cal. Anywho, if anyone has the time I'd like to meet up with a blacksmith or two while down. Frosty The Lucky.

Hey guys, just wanted to post that I'll be out at the Tri-County Gun and Knife Show this coming Saturday and Sunday. Time is 9am to 5pm, admission is $8 and there's going to be around 1000 tables. If you're in the area, pop out, say hello, hang out for a bit and shoot the breeze! I've got a few copies of Steve Sells book I'll have on hand for purchase. Of course there'll be guns, knives and food plus whatever else the organizers have planned! Show is at the York Expo Center, parking is free. As always, it's just nice to meet some IFI members in person. J

Just in case anyone was in the area, the Cooperstown Farmer's Museum is hosting it's annual Blacksmithing event this weekend. Lots of great smiths gather to talk iron and pound steel. This is where I got my start in Blacksmithing, It's a nice drive and there's plenty to do in town. (and the Baseball hall of fame of course!) Here's the link: http://www.farmersmuseum.org/Blacksmithing-Weekend

Hi, I am trying to find a blacksmith group near Wilmington, De. Like within a 1/2 hr of Wilmington, I work 6 days a week and have school 3 night a week so cant travel too much. If there isn't one, I would like to start one. Anyone send me a message with interest. I have taken 2 classes, so basically I know nothing. I bought what I could from a small shop that closed up, so I have equipment and little skill. So if anyone nearby want to either teach me or learn with me drop me a note. Thanks, Kunk

Well, our hammer-in is still going on, figured I'd share a few pictures of what you're missing. Perhaps DSW, Nick O or Stash can add more. J

Just a note , I got my pamphlet in the mail yesterday. Looks like a lot is on the agenda. Hope to see some of you there. Thomas? I just missed the pic by seconds last time. Dave

who would be interested in a blacksmithing event here in the east midlands next september? there may be one being planned, watch for more news later. Dave

I'd planned on heading up for all three days but my truck just decided to die. I'm looking to see if anybody else from my area would have room for one more (and maybe a bike)? I'd be willing to cover gas.

I'm going to be demonstrating at the Schaeferstown Fall Harvest Festival this coming Saturday 9/12. If you're in the area stop on by! I'll be demonstrating bladesmithing, doing some functional forgings and I will have a few copies of Steve Sells book on hand for anyone that would like to pick one up! Come on out, say hello, keep me company, pick my brain, enjoy some great Pa Dutch food and other folk crafts! Admission is just $5, 10am to 5pm! http://hsimuseum.org J

I will be in Seattle next weekend and wonder if there are any blacksmiths in town or near by? In Seattle for the first time so I don't know where everything is located, but would love to stop by a shop to talk and look. Leave me some names and addresses if possible. Thanks.

Hello all, I’m trying to find a skilled Blacksmith, instructional school, or a blacksmithing guild in the San Diego area. I have poked around in the pin “finding a blacksmith group near you.” Looked at Bandy guild in Escondido, bit of a drive but do-able if that’s my only option. I’m looking to retire from the navy soon and have always wanted to get my hands dirty with blacksmithing. I’d love to meet up with some knowledgeable folks out there and get a bit of experience.

Hi All, I am trying to attend the fall New England Blacksmith meet up in Vermont from Sept 11 to the 13 http://www.newenglandblacksmiths.org/spring_&_fall_meets.htm I will be leaving from Wilmington, De. and am looking for anyone that is either going or wants to carpool. Thanks Kunk

im off tomorrow to the wilderness gathering, a bushcraft and camping event near stone henge in the south west of england, I know at least 1 other from here is going, if you are going say hi.

So I posted asking who was going to the MABA meeting and I got one response and now the topic is gone. Was it moved, deleted? No location was listed, incomplete dates as well, please read posting guidelines sticky follow then and repost

Anyone going to the MABA meeting in Grayling on the 22nd and 23rd?

Hello everyone, I'm a new blacksmith and I was wondering if there were any clubs, organizations or individual blacksmiths around the SFV/LA area that help out beginning blacksmiths. I've looked around for quite a while now, and I have not had much luck. I tried the Orange county blacksmiths and they were absolutely great, but they were quite far away and the frequency of their lessons was somewhat slow. I know of Adam's forge which is right near me, but their prices are much too high. So if anyone knows of any other places or people, I'd be happy to hear it. Thanks.

October 3rd(First Saturday) Andrew Molinaro’s - Stroudsburg, PA (click for map) (website) Iron Master Item: Animal Item PABA has a meeting at different locations around Pennsylvania every other month. The group meets together at a members shop for a demonstration by the host member or a guest blacksmith. The meetings typically start around 9AM (free coffee & donuts) with a demonstration. After lunch we have a group business meeting to keep the members up to date, followed by more demonstrations. *NEW* PABA now offers "Technique Time" after the lunch break to cover basic Blacksmithing skills. Throughout the day, everyone is free to check out the Iron in …

December 12th(Second Saturday) Gallery Meeting - Paradise, PA (click for map) Iron Master Item: Oil or Fat Lamp PABA has a meeting at different locations around Pennsylvania every other month. The group meets together at a members shop for a demonstration by the host member or a guest blacksmith. The meetings typically start around 9AM (free coffee & donuts) with a demonstration. After lunch we have a group business meeting to keep the members up to date, followed by more demonstrations. *NEW* PABA now offers "Technique Time" after the lunch break to cover basic Blacksmithing skills. Throughout the day, everyone is free to check out the Iron in the Hat it…

August 1st(First Saturday) Old Dry Road Farm Wernersville, PA (click for map) (website) Iron Master Item: Weather Vane PABA has a meeting at different locations around Pennsylvania every other month. The group meets together at a members shop for a demonstration by the host member or a guest blacksmith. The meetings typically start around 9AM (free coffee & donuts) with a demonstration. After lunch we have a group business meeting to keep the members up to date, followed by more demonstrations. *NEW* PABA now offers "Technique Time" after the lunch break to cover basic Blacksmithing skills. Throughout the day, everyone is free to check out the Iron in the…