Beginner Welding with Michael Guarraia: Bird
August 17, 2025 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – Learn the basics of Metal Inert Gas (MIG) welding in this make-and-take class where you’ll make a bird out of common kitchen utensils. Topics include welding safety, equipment, processes, technique, and basic metallurgical properties. No experience necessary, and suitable for anyone age 12 and older. Natural fiber clothing (cotton, etc.) and close toed shoes (preferably […]
Beginner Welding with Michael Guarraia: Bird
August 17, 2025 @ 12:15 pm – 3:15 pm – Learn the basics of Metal Inert Gas (MIG) welding in this make-and-take class where you’ll make a bird out of common kitchen utensils. Topics include welding safety, equipment, processes, technique, and basic metallurgical properties. No experience necessary, and suitable for anyone age 12 and older. Natural fiber clothing (cotton, etc.) and close toed shoes (preferably […]
Cutting Boards with Tom Parmelee
August 19, 2025 – August 21, 2025 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm – In this two-part class, participants will make their own cutting boards to use in their homes. Students will learn about different species of woods to use for food safe projects, how to join pieces of wood together, and different oils for sealing them. We encourage you to take Woodworking 101 before signing up for this […]
Introduction to Hand Tool Woodworking with Merreyman Custom Woodcraft
August 20, 2025 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm – Discover the timeless art of traditional woodworking with this immersive class. Students will delve into the fundamentals of craftmanship, focusing on the mastery of hand planes, chisels, hand saws, and various hand tool woodworking techniques. Learn the essential skills of shaping, milling, and precision cutting all by hand, all while connecting with the rich history […]
Beginner Woodworking with Tom Parmelee: Planter
August 24, 2025 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm – Tis the season for gardening! Wouldn’t it be cool to show off your plants in a planter that you’ve made yourself? Participants will learn how to use the miter saw and adjoin cedar wood to make a structure for a plant approx. 14 x 14″.
Hand-Cut Dado Joint with Merreyman Custom Woodcraft
August 27, 2025 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm – Join us at Manor Mill in Monkton, MD, for a hands-on class on crafting dado joints using only hand tools. Learn how to make one of the foundational joints of furniture making as we cover essential techniques, tool selection, and tips for creating strong, clean dado joints.
Intermediate Woodturning with Jim Prinkey: Mini Bowls
August 30, 2025 @ 8:30 am – 12:00 pm – This is an intermediate level class for those who have learned how to create their own handle, candlestick, or bud vase. Jim Prinkey will be teaching the intricacies of how to turn a mini bowl! You will be given the opportunity to use the skills you’ve learned in beginners classes but with a little more […]
Woodworking 101 with Tom Parmelee
September 8, 2025 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm – In this class you will learn the ins and outs of a modern woodworking shop. What tools do what and how to use them. Safety being key to the long term enjoyment of any woodworking endeavors will be the focus for all tools used. By the end of the class you should have all the […]
Beginner Woodturning with Jim Prinkey: Bottle Opener, Ice Cream Scoop, Pizza Cutter or Roasting Fork!
September 13, 2025 @ 8:30 am – 12:00 pm – Ever wanted to turn a block of wood into a beautiful handle? You’ll learn the safety and operation of a lathe and related tools, including direct hands-on work on blanks of wood before creating your own handle. Includes cherry, walnut or maple wood and a stainless-steel scoop or bottle opener to attach. Minors 14+ allowed […]
Beginner Welding with Michael Guarraia: Bird
September 14, 2025 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – Learn the basics of Metal Inert Gas (MIG) welding in this make-and-take class where you’ll make a bird out of common kitchen utensils. Topics include welding safety, equipment, processes, technique, and basic metallurgical properties. No experience necessary, and suitable for anyone age 12 and older. Natural fiber clothing (cotton, etc.) and close toed shoes (preferably […]