$170.00

All Levels

Date Night At Woodcraft - CLS670

with Ken Poirier

Friday, November 1, 6 PM - 9 PM

Do you and your significant other want to learn basic wood working skills and have fun creating a one of a kind project together? We will provide materials, all you do is show up and be ready to make some saw dust. Projects will vary from month to month and will consist of small projects such as pens, bottle stoppers, bottle openers, picture holders, and wine bottle holders. Tuition fee is per couple.

$185.00

All Levels

Introduction To The Lathe - CLS238

with Neil Super

Sunday, November 3, 10 AM - 5 PM

Tired of making things square and flat? Don't have room for all the equipment? Quench your woodworking desires through artistic turning. This class introduces you to the lathe, turning tools, sharpening and turning techniques. This class incorporates basic techniques to produce a candle stick.

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$210.00

All Levels

River Cast Style Charcuterie Board - CLS1004

with Dave Grant

Part 1: Thursday, November 7, 6 PM - 9 PM

Part 2: Thursday, November 14, 6 PM - 9 PM

Create a beautiful 9"X16" Charcuterie board (cheese board) using a river casting technique with wood and resin. You will learn to minimize and eliminate air bubbles, build a mold, and mix color and resin. When cured, release the mold, sand and apply a finish that will make this a one of a kind Charcuterie board. Student will need to purchase a 4"X36" board of their choice. All other supplies are included.

$330.00

All Levels

Woodworking Fundamentals II - CLS612

with Jeff Fleisher

Part 1: Saturday, November 9, 9:30 AM - 5 PM

Part 2: Sunday, November 10, 9:30 AM - 5 PM

Want to try woodworking but not sure where to start? Hundreds of people start here, where you'll "meet the shop"! We'll show you how to use most of the common hand and power tools in the modern woodworking shop. You will learn about taking rough wood into a finished piece using the planer, jointer, miter saw, router and tablesaw. The class project will be a Shaker-style table design and is a perfect blend of traditional joints and delicate lines. Learn mortise and tenon joinery, cutting tapered legs, and basic hand tool use of chisels and planes. Learn the fundamentals of woodworking and take home a hand crafted piece of furniture.

$200.00

All Levels

Woodworking Fundamentals I - CLS611

with Bob MacKichan

Saturday, November 16, 10 AM - 5 PM

Want to try woodworking but not sure where to start? Hundreds of people start here, where you'll "meet the shop"! We'll show you how to use most of the common hand and power tools in the modern woodworking shop as you build and finish a project you'll be proud to display in your home.

$120.00

All Levels

Beginning Pen Turning - CLS815

with Different Instructors

Tuesday, November 19, 6 PM - 9 PM

Wondering if turning is for you, but don't want to make a big investment to find out? We've got your answer when you learn to turn a beautiful wooden pen your first time on the lathe! What a great way to show off your new hobby with this great gift for family and friends!

$95.00

Intermediate

Turn A Lidded Box - CLS904

with Dave Robinson

Wednesday, November 20, 6 PM - 9 PM

Lidded boxes are small "Treasure Chests" that can be made in many shapes and sizes on a lathe. They have been made many ways over the years with different options and embellishments. In this class, Dave Robinson breaks lidded box building down to the simplest and fastest method to complete the project. We will explore some of the fancier options that students can take to the next level on their own such as threaded lids, metal, exotic wood, and stone powder inlays. By sticking to the basics and the easiest ways, students will go home with a finished lidded box at the end of this session. Skills developed in this class translate to making a pepper mill and turning a platter or a bowl.

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$275.00

All Levels

End Grain Cutting Board - CLS650

with Tom Smart

Part 1: Sunday, November 24, 12 PM - 5 PM

Part 2: Monday, November 25, 6 PM - 9:30 PM

Part 3: Tuesday, November 26, 6 PM - 9:30 PM

The intent of this class is to learn the basic skills and underlying principles used to construct an end grain board. This can be a cutting board, cheese board, butcher block, etc. The class is in three sessions because there are two overnight glue ups required. Day 1 we will discuss why to construct something end grain; how to prevent cracking; types of wood to use (and not use); required tools and their safe use; how to layout the board; performing the initial preparation of the stock and first glue up. Day 2 consists of cleaning the board up, cutting and arranging it into the desired final pattern, and the second glue up. Day 3 will be the final clean up; trimming; final sanding; edge routing/sanding; a discussion on finishes and how to maintain the board.

$185.00

All Levels

Introduction To The Lathe - CLS238

with Neil Super

Sunday, December 1, 10 AM - 5 PM

Tired of making things square and flat? Don't have room for all the equipment? Quench your woodworking desires through artistic turning. This class introduces you to the lathe, turning tools, sharpening and turning techniques. This class incorporates basic techniques to produce a candle stick.

$140.00

ALL

Scroll Saw 3D Ornaments - CLS212

with Allyson Roach

Tuesday, December 3, 6 PM - 9 PM

Trim the tree with handmade ornaments that you crafted! In this advanced scroll saw class you will learn all about compound cutting and how to create intricate and beautiful 3D projects. Class time will be spent learning how to prep a workpiece and cover all the steps leading up to, and including, scrolling the compound cuts. You will head home with at least one ornament to add to your holiday décor!

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$210.00

All Levels

River Cast Style Charcuterie Board - CLS1004

with Dave Grant

Part 1: Thursday, December 5, 6 PM - 9 PM

Part 2: Thursday, December 12, 6 PM - 9 PM

Create a beautiful 9"X16" Charcuterie board (cheese board) using a river casting technique with wood and resin. You will learn to minimize and eliminate air bubbles, build a mold, and mix color and resin. When cured, release the mold, sand and apply a finish that will make this a one of a kind Charcuterie board. Student will need to purchase a 4"X36" board of their choice. All other supplies are included.

$170.00

All Levels

Date Night At Woodcraft - CLS670

with Different Instructors

Friday, December 6, 6 PM - 9 PM

Do you and your significant other want to learn basic wood working skills and have fun creating a one of a kind project together? We will provide materials, all you do is show up and be ready to make some saw dust. Projects will vary from month to month and will consist of small projects such as pens, bottle stoppers, bottle openers, picture holders, and wine bottle holders. Tuition fee is per couple.

$185.00

Intermediate

Bowl Turning - CLS024

with Ken Poirier

Sunday, December 8, 10 AM - 5 PM

You've done the pen, you've done the candlesticks – now it's time to expand your skills when you step up to bowl turning. Learn wood selection, preparation, mounting techniques, finishing, and how to use the side ground bowl gouge.

$330.00

All Levels

Woodworking Fundamentals II - CLS612

with Jeff Fleisher

Part 1: Saturday, December 14, 9:30 AM - 5 PM

Part 2: Sunday, December 15, 9:30 AM - 5 PM

Want to try woodworking but not sure where to start? Hundreds of people start here, where you'll "meet the shop"! We'll show you how to use most of the common hand and power tools in the modern woodworking shop. You will learn about taking rough wood into a finished piece using the planer, jointer, miter saw, router and tablesaw. The class project will be a Shaker-style table design and is a perfect blend of traditional joints and delicate lines. Learn mortise and tenon joinery, cutting tapered legs, and basic hand tool use of chisels and planes. Learn the fundamentals of woodworking and take home a hand crafted piece of furniture.

$90.00

All Levels

Wood Finishing 101 - CLS178

with John Snow

Tuesday, December 17, 6 PM - 9 PM

You're not finished until it's finished and this course helps you add the perfect touch to complete your project. You'll learn the concepts behind finishing, how to prepare your surface, how staining and dye work, and several basic finishes. You will practice the specific skills you need to apply a general purpose finish to your prized projects.

$200.00

All Levels

Woodworking Fundamentals I - CLS611

with Bob MacKichan

Saturday, December 21, 10 AM - 5 PM

Want to try woodworking but not sure where to start? Hundreds of people start here, where you'll "meet the shop"! We'll show you how to use most of the common hand and power tools in the modern woodworking shop as you build and finish a project you'll be proud to display in your home.

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$220.00

All Levels

River Cast Style Charcuterie Board - CLS1004

with Dave Grant

Part 1: Thursday, January 2, 6 PM - 9 PM

Part 2: Thursday, January 9, 6 PM - 9 PM

Create a beautiful 9"X16" Charcuterie board (cheese board) using a river casting technique with wood and resin. You will learn to minimize and eliminate air bubbles, build a mold, and mix color and resin. When cured, release the mold, sand and apply a finish that will make this a one of a kind Charcuterie board. Student will need to purchase a 4"X36" board of their choice. All other supplies are included.

$170.00

All Levels

Date Night At Woodcraft - CLS670

with Different Instructors

Friday, January 3, 6 PM - 9 PM

Do you and your significant other want to learn basic wood working skills and have fun creating a one of a kind project together? We will provide materials, all you do is show up and be ready to make some saw dust. Projects will vary from month to month and will consist of small projects such as pens, bottle stoppers, bottle openers, picture holders, and wine bottle holders. Tuition fee is per couple.

$150.00

Beginner

Introduction to Sketchup for Woodworking - CLS439

with Jason Kolowski

Tuesday, January 7, 6 PM - 9 PM

Attendees will be introduced to SketchUp software, and be guided through a hands-on tutorial of the basics of the software package. Attendees are highly encouraged to bring a laptop with a 3-button mouse. Attendees will be introduced to the software, shown how to start a design in 3D, and manipulating the view of the objects with mouse and keyboard. Demonstrate the measurement and layout tools, snapping to set dimensions, creating and editing unique components, creating groups, exploding groups, and building/assembling in 3D. Will address adding scale measurement and labels, Importing/Exporting and creating 2D example photos for projects, and review various software extensions for woodworking.

$330.00

All Levels

Woodworking Fundamentals II - CLS612

with Jeff Fleisher

Part 1: Saturday, January 11, 9:30 AM - 5 PM

Part 2: Sunday, January 12, 9:30 AM - 5 PM

Want to try woodworking but not sure where to start? Hundreds of people start here, where you'll "meet the shop"! We'll show you how to use most of the common hand and power tools in the modern woodworking shop. You will learn about taking rough wood into a finished piece using the planer, jointer, miter saw, router and tablesaw. The class project will be a Shaker-style table design and is a perfect blend of traditional joints and delicate lines. Learn mortise and tenon joinery, cutting tapered legs, and basic hand tool use of chisels and planes. Learn the fundamentals of woodworking and take home a hand crafted piece of furniture.

$150.00

Intermediate/Advanced

Advanced Sketchup for Woodworking - CLS515

with Jason Kolowski

Tuesday, January 14, 6 PM - 9 PM

Attendees are highly encouraged to have attended the Introduction to SketchUp class, or will need to have a basic familiarity and understating of the standard software. Attendees will be guided through a hands-on tutorial of advanced features of the software package. Attendees are highly encouraged to bring a laptop with a 3-button mouse. Attendees will be taught project layout and boundary design, various project views, component construction in 3D, creating offsets, reveals, and vectors, applying textures, creating custom trim profiles, shading tools, and ultimately creating a cut-list for a project build, 3D printing, or CNC processing.

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$100.00

All Levels

Intro CNC - CLS851

with Mike Fraser

Wednesday, January 15, 6 PM - 9 PM

Computer Numeric Control – CNC – is a system where a user can conceive & design a project, then let the computer controlled hardware produce it. This class will explore the fundamentals of CNC processing including terminology, concepts, processes & hardware systems. We will work through the basic work flow of manufacturing by CNC by exploring in detail the stages of: concept definition, design, engineering, machining and finish & assembly. Each of these stages will be demonstrated using a project of the student's interest with a goal of completing the finished piece if student load and time permit.

$100.00

All Levels

Sharpening - CLS035

with Tom Miller

Sunday, January 19, 2 PM - 5 PM

Students will start to learn the theory behind hand sharpening and then learn to do it with help from the instructor. Students are encouraged to bring any sharpening stones or equipment that they would like to learn to use. Students can also bring items to sharpen like: kitchen knives, scissors, woodworking tools and chisels, gardening tools, etc. When students finish the class, they will be able to sharpen these tools with confidence.

$150.00

All Levels

Creating, Running & Growing a Woodworking Business

with Jason Kolowski/Lee Hall

Tuesday, January 21, 6 PM - 9 PM

Attendees will be introduced to the various aspects of running a woodworking business, and points to consider when starting a business, creating quotes and estimates, establishing labor rates, sourcing and charging for materials, determining overhead and ancillary costs, working and communicating with customers, contracting projects, advertising, and how to build a budget profile to grow a business and create long-term wealth.

$140.00

All Levels

Scroll Saw Level I - CLS181

with Allyson Roach

Thursday, January 23, 6 PM - 9 PM

What is a scroll saw and what can you do with it? Join us for a fun evening of learning all about this versatile tool! We’ll start with chatting about the different components of the saw, various blade options and how to choose the right one, and then spend most of the class time scrolling. While practicing, you’ll be able to ask questions, seek feedback, and receive tips and tricks on how to maneuver your piece for optimal cutting and precision. If you’ve been looking for a fun new hobby, give the scroll saw a try!

$190.00

All Levels

Intro to Router Techniques - CLS777

with Bob MacKichan

Saturday, January 25, 10 AM - 5 PM

Are you new to the router or are you thinking about buying your first one? Then this class is for you! You'll be introduced to different types of routers and how they work along with what tasks can be achieved with one. Router safety will also be discussed for hand-held and router table operations. We will go over different types of router bits and how to choose them to complete any project that you are designing. In the second part of the class, you will learn how to make a variety of jigs and how to match a jig to the router task at hand.

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$100.00

All Levels

Restoring Old Hand Planes - CLS344

with Norm Reid

Friday, January 31, 6 PM - 9 PM

Learn how to restore your old hand planes to good working condition. Bring your old hand planes and sharpening equipment and get started on turning them into good workers. Learn how to lap the sole, remove rust, sharpen the blade, re-set the chipbreaker, upgrade the blade, refinish the toe and tote, and re-assemble and adjust the plane.