Ready to learn how to turn? Join us the third Thursday of every month, from 4 to 6 p.m., for free woodturning demonstrations. Explore techniques, learn about proper tools and materials, and get expert answers to your questions.
Just starting your woodturning adventure? Not sure what to turn next? Join us for a hands-on, project-focused class designed to build your skills, give you plenty of practice, and help you continue growing as a woodturner. In this class, you’ll create caterpillar pens, a fun spindle-turning project that introduces and reinforces essential techniques like straight cuts, long coves, and beads. You’ll learn how to use specialized tools, including a bead cutter and parting tool, while becoming more comfortable with chucking, preparing blanks, and safely mounting wood on the lathe. Whether you’re looking to expand your turning skills or simply enjoy a creative day at the lathe, this class offers a great opportunity to practice, have fun, and connect with fellow woodworking enthusiasts. Come turn, learn, and maybe make a new friend or two along the way!
Ready to try power carving? This beginner-friendly class is a great way to get started! You’ll carve your own comfort bird using a bandsaw and power carver while learning important safety tips, choosing the right burrs, and practicing simple carving techniques. The instructor will share helpful demos and guide you every step of the way. Even if you've never picked up a carving tool, this class is for you!
Designed for beginners, this hands-on class introduces students to the safe and proper use of the essential tools found in a wood shop. In the first half of the class, students will learn how to accurately flatten and size lumber using the table saw, jointer, and planer. Once the material has been prepared and made flat, straight, and square, we’ll cover effective glue-up techniques as students combine their pieces to create a beautiful cutting board. During the second half of the class, students will learn how to safely operate a router and router table to shape their cutting board and add a decorative edge detail. By the end of the class, each student will leave with a completed project and a strong foundation of woodworking skills to continue their journey in the shop. No prior woodworking experience is required.
Build a strong foundation in woodworking with this hands-on beginner-friendly class. Learn essential shop safety, wood selection, and the proper use of common woodworking machines and hand tools while constructing a functional step stool. Students will gain practical experience in dimensioning and squaring lumber, measuring and layout, basic joinery techniques, surface preparation, and finishing methods. Whether you're new to woodworking or looking to refine your core skills, this class will provide the knowledge and confidence to successfully build quality projects for years to come.
Get started with woodturning in this hands-on beginner class! Students will learn basic turning tools and techniques while building the skills and confidence needed to continue into more advanced turning projects and classes. Class Size: 3 Minimum / 6 Maximum
Ready to learn how to turn? Join us the third Thursday of every month, from 4 to 6 p.m., for free woodturning demonstrations. Explore techniques, learn about proper tools and materials, and get expert answers to your questions.
Ready to learn how to turn? Join us the third Thursday of every month, from 4 to 6 p.m., for free woodturning demonstrations. Explore techniques, learn about proper tools and materials, and get expert answers to your questions.
