$150.00
All Levels
Sharpening Turning Tools
with Jon RomanakisThursday, October 2, 4 PM - 7 PM
Sharp tools make turning more enjoyable with less sanding. Learn how to use the Wolverine System to get a perfect edge on your turning tools.
$150.00
Beginner
Introduction To Bowl Turning
with Jon RomanakisSaturday, October 4, 9 AM - 2 PM
So you want to turn a bowl! Join instructor Jon as he gives you all the skills you need to complete a turned bowl. Lathe safety and proper use and care of turning tools is included. Bring your own tools or use ours! Making wooden bowls is easy and fun.
$150.00
All Levels
Learn to hand cut Dovetails
with Don TrustWednesday, October 8, 2 PM - 6 PM
In this class you will learn how to cut the dovetail joint by hand using only a handsaw and a chisel. OK, a saw, chisel, and a marking gauge. Alright, saw, chisel, marking gauge, and a pencil, but that's it. OK, OK, yes, there may be a small thing to mark an angle - and some tape. No power tools though, honest. All materials and tools provided, or you can bring your own tools if you wish.
$125.00
All Levels
Flat, Square, and Straight with Power Tools
with Jon RomanakisThursday, October 16, 5 PM - 8 PM
In order to get clean, tight-fitting joints in your woodworking projects, you must be able to accurately flatten, square, and true-up your boards before you even begin the joinery. In this class, you'll learn how the Jointer, Planer, and Table saw work together to help you accomplish this fundamental, but necessary task.
$150.00
Beginner
Wood Shop 101
with Jeff FryeSaturday, October 18, 9 AM - 12 PM
Students learn the basics along with safe operation of shop tools and make a simple project. Learn about the table saw, router table, planer, jointer & bandsaw along with sanding and finishing.
$150.00
All Levels
Introduction To Cutting Boards
with Casey MarburgerSunday, October 19, 11 AM - 4 PM
Learn to make colorful cutting boards using various woods. Glue and finishing techniques are covered. Each student takes a cutting board home!
$100.00
Beginner
Intro to Finishing
with Jon RomanakisThursday, October 23, 5 PM - 8 PM
Are you just starting woodworking or feel overwhelmed by the wide variety of finishes available? Are you unsure whether to use water-based or oil-based finishes? Does the thought of using a stain terrify you? This class can help. This class addresses the following questions: Why use a finish on my project? What different types of finishes are currently on the market? What is a build finish compared to a penetrating finish? What preparation is necessary when finishing certain woods? What happens if you sand too much, or too little? How does the type of wood affect stain and finish? What should I consider when using a sanding sealer or pore filler? Why must you sand between coats on some finishes and not others? When may one type of finish be preferred over another? The class will include samples of different finishes and quick demonstrations showing the effects of different finishes on different types of wood.
$125.00
Beginner
Introduction To Relief Carving
with Clark AdamsSaturday, November 1, 10 AM - 3 PM
Relief Carving is the process of cutting a design or pattern into a flat surface, creating a raised, dimensional look. This Class covers wood selection, prep, how to work with patterns, and general steps for basic relief carving, as well as basic tool use and safety.
$125.00
Beginner
Wood Shop 101
with Jeff FryeSunday, November 23, 11 AM - 2 PM
Students learn the basics along with safe operation of shop tools and make a simple project. Learn about the table saw, router table, planer, jointer & bandsaw along with sanding and finishing.