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Introduction to Woodworking: Make a Picture Frame (B)

October 30, 2025

Get introduced to the basics of woodworking as it pertains to picture framing. You'll learn woodworking techniques like measuring and calculating dimensions, cutting and joining molding, reinforcing a miter joint with splines, and basic woodshop safety. We'll also cover the framing process including matting art or floating with spacers, putting together the frame, and installing […]

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WTF (Woman, Trans, Femme) Woodworking: Utensils (B)

October 30, 2025

This class is a safe space for women, trans, and femme folks to learn introductory woodworking techniques. Students will learn to make spoons & spatulas in all different shapes and sizes! Students will gain experience using the band saw, electric sanders, hand tools and drill press. We will respect marginalized identities, be patient with one […]

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Build + Stretch Your Own Canvas in the Woodshop

October 30, 2025

Break free from the restrictions of canvas sizes you buy at the store and learn to make your own! We'll learn how to use the tools needed to build a wooden canvas frame. Once the frame is built, we will go over the proper techniques for stretching a tight canvas. At the end of the […]

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Mold Making for Beginners (Limited Offering)

October 30, 2025

Turn small found or crafted objects into concrete using both 1-part and 2-part rubber mold making techniques. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn to build mold boxes, mix and pour rubber, and cast with high-performance concrete. Create 1-part molds for flat-backed objects like trays, tiles, or coasters, and 2-part molds for more intricate objects with […]

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Small Concrete Vessels (Limited Offering)

October 30, 2025

A great introduction to concrete. During this workshop, you will learn how to choose molds, create your own from common household items, mix, pour, and finish concrete. Students will make small vessels that you can later use for succulents, candles, or containers.

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Woodworking for the Absolute Beginner

October 30, 2025

This class is the perfect introduction to woodworking concepts and tools. We'll explore basic, core concepts of carpentry will be discussed, and you will get to choose a simple design of your own to build. We will also explore and gain inspiration from woodworking as art by viewing and discussing the presence of visual art […]

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WTF (Woman, Trans, Femme) Woodworking: Utensils (A)

October 30, 2025

This class is a safe space for women, trans, and femme folks to learn introductory woodworking techniques. Students will learn to make spoons & spatulas in all different shapes and sizes! Students will gain experience using the band saw, electric sanders, hand tools and drill press. We will respect marginalized identities, be patient with one […]

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Introduction to Woodworking: Make a Picture Frame (A)

October 30, 2025

Get introduced to the basics of woodworking as it pertains to picture framing. You'll learn woodworking techniques like measuring and calculating dimensions, cutting and joining molding, reinforcing a miter joint with splines, and basic woodshop safety. We'll also cover the framing process including matting art or floating with spacers, putting together the frame, and installing […]

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Introduction to Woodworking: Make a Spice Rack or Shelf

October 30, 2025

Make a shelf to display your collection of precious spices (or something similar depending on your design). Introduction to both manual and computer drafting, basic joinery and assembly knowledge, decorative chiseling/wood carving, and staining practices.

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Sundials for Round-Earthers (Limited Offering) – New!

October 30, 2025

Throw away your watches! Over the course of this class, we design, prototype, field test, and fabricate a sundial for your yard, wall, or rooftop. We will learn about historical approaches to time-keeping, and learn how to calculate an accurate dial based on our position on the globe. We will cross craft disciplines in our […]

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Papier-Mâché Sculpture

October 30, 2025

Create a lightweight sculpture using a papier-mâché clay method. We will learn the art of armature building and how to mix papier mâché clay. You will develop rich sculpting skills by working through the different stages of your own design.

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Making Mobiles (Limited Offering)

October 30, 2025

In the tradition of mobile maker extraordinaire Alexander Calder, you'll learn the basics of crafting a kinetic sculpture. We'll explore balance and positioning hanging items for maximum motion, and you'll use wire, thread, swivel hooks, and a few of your favorite things to make your first mobile.

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WTF (Woman, Trans, Femme) Woodworking: Make a Box

October 30, 2025

This class is a safe space for women, trans, and femme folks to learn introductory woodworking techniques. You'll learn to make a keepsake box with a removable lid using a dado joint. Gain experience using the table saw, mitre saw, band saw, jointer and planer. We will respect marginalized identities, be patient with one another, […]

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Introduction to Woodburning

October 30, 2025

Have you ever wanted to learn the art of woodburning? In this class, we will teach you the basics of pyrography – from understanding the different techniques and skills involved to creating your own unique designs. At the end of this course, you'll go home with a wood-burned project of your own design, and a […]

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Woodworking: Make a Picture Frame (Adults and Youth 15+ with a Registered Adult)

October 17, 2025

Get introduced to the basics of woodworking as it pertains to picture framing. You'll learn woodworking techniques like measuring and calculating dimensions, cutting and joining molding, reinforcing a miter joint with splines, and basic woodshop safety. We'll also cover the framing process including matting art or floating with spacers, putting together the frame, and installing […]

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Introduction to Woodworking: Make a Picture Frame (B)

July 06, 2025

Get introduced to the basics of woodworking as it pertains to picture framing. You'll learn woodworking techniques like measuring and calculating dimensions, cutting and joining molding, reinforcing a miter joint with splines, and basic woodshop safety. We'll also cover the framing process including matting art or floating with spacers, putting together the frame, and installing […]

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Introduction to Woodburning

July 06, 2025

Have you ever wanted to learn the art of woodburning? In this class, we will teach you the basics of pyrography – from understanding the different techniques and skills involved to creating your own unique designs. At the end of this course, you'll go home with a wood-burned project of your own design, and a […]

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WTF (Woman, Trans, Femme) Woodworking: Design Your Own Project (Limited Offering)

July 06, 2025

This class is a safe space for women, trans, and femme folks to learn introductory woodworking techniques. Students will self-guide their time and projects with Nava as a resource for learning more advanced techniques. Students should have introductory level knowledge and experience using the table saw, mitre saw, jointer, and planer; beginner demos will not […]

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Introduction to Woodworking: Make a Picture Frame (A)

July 06, 2025

Get introduced to the basics of woodworking as it pertains to picture framing. You'll learn woodworking techniques like measuring and calculating dimensions, cutting and joining molding, reinforcing a miter joint with splines, and basic woodshop safety. We'll also cover the framing process including matting art or floating with spacers, putting together the frame, and installing […]

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