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Turn and Learn

Thursday, December 4, 2025, 5 PM - 7 PM

Looking at getting into turning or looking to pick up a new trick? Come watch a turning demo or have your questions answered in this versatile demo. Cover spindle work, bowl turning, finishing, and decorative techniques.

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CNC Clinic

Thursday, December 11, 2025, 5 PM - 7 PM

This is an introduction to CNC wood working. Each month you will be witness to the process from drawing the project onto the computer to loading the program into the CNC Machine to cutting the project on the CNC machine.

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Choosing a Handsaw

Saturday, January 10, 2026, 1 PM - 2 PM

Making a cut with a handsaw seems easy – but there are some important factors to consider.  Let our in-store experts walk you through how to pick the right saw for your project.

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2026 Cabin Fever Expo!

Saturday, January 24, 2026, 9 AM - 5 PM

Join us on Saturday, January 24th for our Cabin Fever Expo! Save 15% off almost everything in the store (standard exclusions like power tools apply; see store for more details) and cure your cabin fever with six great demonstrations. Saturday starting at 10am we'll be conducting the following demos: 10am - New KREG Ionic Tools; 11am - Sawstop Safety Demo; 12 noon - CNC Machining; 1pm - Turn a Pen; 2pm - Carve a Spoon; and 3pm: Rubio Monocoat. You'll receive a ticket just for stopping in on Saturday and you can get another for each demo you attend for the chance to win a $100 Woodcraft Gift Card or one of four $25 ones! Don't miss it! (Please Note: if the weather is bad on the 24th we have an alternate 'Snow Date' where we'll move the expo to the following Saturday, the 31st. Check for emails or our Facebook posts for news)

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Chip Carving Demo

Saturday, February 14, 2026, 1 PM - 2 PM

Creating intricate designs in you carvings takes special skills. We’ll show you the basic techniques to get you started on your chip carving journey.

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2026 Routermania!

Part 1: Friday, February 27, 2026, 9 AM - 6 PM
Part 2: Saturday, February 28, 2026, 9 AM - 5 PM

Stop in on February 27th and 28th for Routermania! Save 15% on all Router Bits, 15% off select in-stock routers (Festool and CNC Routers Excluded) and save 20% on all WoodRiver Router Templates and Accessories. On Saturday the 28th we'll have the following demos: 10AM - Slab Flattening with the Router; 11AM - Dovetail; Box Joints; Noon - Router Table Use; 1PM - Template Routing; and 2PM - Router and Router Bit Maintenance. Don't miss it!

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Table Saw Tune Up Demo

Saturday, March 14, 2026, 1 PM - 2 PM

Keeping your table saw in top working order makes your project easier and safer.  Stop in as we show you how!

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CNC/xTool Demo

Saturday, April 11, 2026, 1 PM - 2 PM

Woodworking is becoming high tech – learn how CNC and laser engravers can enhance your woodworking projects.

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Power Carving Basics Demo

Saturday, April 18, 2026, 1 PM - 2 PM

Amp up your carving project and learn how to get started with power carving.  We’ll review common machines and burrs for a strong start!

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Sharpening Your Tools Demo

Saturday, May 9, 2026, 1 PM - 2 PM

Sharp tools are safe tools.  Stop in and learn how to properly keep the edge of your tools sharp.

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Intro To Turning Demo

Saturday, May 16, 2026, 1 PM - 2 PM

Have you always wanted to turn a bowl or a pen?  Let us show you what you need and how to get started in woodturning.

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Router Jigs & Templates Demo

Saturday, June 13, 2026, 1 PM - 2 PM

Using your router to create projects gets a little easier with a jig or template.  We’ll walk you through the basics how to rout with a template.

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Bandsaw Tune Up Demo

Saturday, June 20, 2026, 1 PM - 2 PM

Don’t just kick the tires. Learn how to properly keep your bandsaw in top working order.