Making the tools for your toolbox. This class supports the ABANA level 1 curriculum. For any blacksmith class you must wear natural fabric (cotton) long trousers and closed toe shoes (leather is best, no Crocks!). Long sleeve natural fabric shirt is recommended as bare arms can get stung by scale on occasion. Other required safety […]

The Arts and Design Society of Fort Walton Beach (ADSO) invites artists and art lovers alike to celebrate the Birds of a Feather Gallery Show featuring artwork inspired by birds of all kinds—from backyard favorites and coastal wildlife to imaginative and artistic interpretations. Opening Reception & Battle of the Brushes Friday, August 21, 2026 6:00 […]

Meeting of local blacksmiths and those interested in blacksmithing. We will set up starting at 9am, expect a demonstration on forging using Journeyman standards to start around 9:30am. Events runs until we get to cold, to hot, to dark, or to tired. Dress appropriately - solid closed toed shoes (no crocks), cotton or other natural […]

Try your hand at forging a Viking era bracelet in steel, and if there is time in copper. We offer different classes every week and try to rotate between houseware, hardware, tools and weapons. For any blacksmith class you must wear natural fabric (cotton) long trousers and closed toe shoes (leather is best, no Crocks!). […]

Wine & Fries is a lively, social fundraising event that supports Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northwest Florida. Guests can enjoy tastings from a wide variety of wines, along with local beers and non-alcoholic beverages. The evening features crowd-favorite hand-passed McDonald’s fries, live entertainment, and both silent and live auctions. Attendees will also sample heavy […]

Part of our series on making hardware for a Viking era chest. Forge welding is often referred to as "the black art" of Blacksmithing, but you can learn how to join iron/steel consistently in this ADVANCED class. In this class will teach you how to forge weld while making three chain links using scarf welds. […]