Come work on your carpentry projects in our Education Shop during Open Shop hours! You will have access to our tools and space for a 3-hour shift. A Shop Steward will be on hand to ensure safe practices, but the work is all yours.

You are welcome to attend Open Shop if you either have taken one of our Intro to Carpentry classes or have an existing familiarity with shop tools and safety protocols. Maker & Community Members receive complimentary access, in addition to store & classes discounts, free delivery & pick-up, and other ReBuilding Center perks.

Please email us at education@rebuildingcenter.org if you have questions about project plans, storing materials, or anything else related to Open Shop.

Members will need to log in to their account in order to register. Please contact Isaac Thompson, Volunteer Coordinator, Isaac@rebuildingcenter.org if you have any problems logging in.

Learn basic electrical skills and lamp repair, and build a table lamp to take home! Class will start by taking apart lamps provided in class to learn how all the pieces fit together. Next, students can choose from our selection of reclaimed wood and electrical parts to create their own lamp.

Students will be given basic bulbs to take home as part of their lamp, but decorative or specialty bulbs (like the one in the picture below) are BYOB: Bring Your Own Bulb.

Topics covered:

• The basics of electrical theory

• Safety when working with electricity

• Using wire stripping tools effectively

• The parts and techniques necessary to rewire and repair a lamp

• Inspiration for how to create lamps out of other types of materials

Skill level: This class is ideal for beginners ages 18 and over as well as 16 and 17 year-olds with parent or guardian permission.

Class Schedule: Class will run for 3 hours and no breaks are planned

Price: $90 + $10 materials = $100 General Admission

READ OUR SHOP SAFETY GUIDELINES
Including masking rules and what you should and should NOT wear

READ OUR FAQS
Including class location, where to park, and refund info

READ ABOUT OUR CLASS ACCESSIBILITY

READ OUR LIABILITY WAIVER
Each student will be required to sign this form upon arrival in class

Questions? Email us at education@rebuildingcenter.org

Take the first step in understanding your home electrical system! This class will introduce you to the basics, and you will come away with an essential understanding of how your home’s electrical system works and how to do simple troubleshooting and repairs.

Topics covered: 

• How to be safe when working with electricity

• How circuits work

• How to map your house

• What kind of electrical wires you’re likely to have in your home and what the colors mean

• The difference between volts, amps, and watts and why that matters

• Hands on practice on how to replace outlets

• And much more!

Skill level: This class is great for beginners ages 18 and over

Special note: This class covers the fundamentals and will be required for anyone taking future Intermediate Electrical classes at the ReBuilding Center

Class schedule: Class will run for 3 hours with no planned break

Price: $95 General Admission/$47.50 Scholarship

READ OUR SHOP SAFETY GUIDELINES
What you should and should NOT wear

READ OUR FAQS
Including class location, where to park, and refund info

READ ABOUT OUR CLASS ACCESSIBILITY

READ OUR LIABILITY WAIVER
Each student will be required to sign this form upon arrival in class

Questions? Email us at education@rebuildingcenter.org

Come work on your carpentry projects in our education shop during Open Shop hours! You will have access to our tools and space for a 3-hour shift. A shop steward will be on hand to ensure safe practices, but the work is all yours.

You are welcome to attend Open Shop if you have taken either one of our Intro to Carpentry classes or have an existing familiarity with shop tools and safety protocols. Maker & Community Members receive complimentary access, in addition to store & classes discounts, free delivery & pick-up, and other ReBuilding Center perks.

Please email us at education@rebuildingcenter.org if you have questions about project plans, storing materials, or anything else related to Open Shop.

Members will need to log in to their account in order to register. Please contact Isaac Thompson, Volunteer Coordinator, Isaac@rebuildingcenter.org if you have any problems logging in.

Introducing one of the most versatile tools in the shop: the router! Whether you're looking to make your own decorative trim or get more advanced with joinery techniques, this class provides a great overview of the essentials of safely operating and maintaining different styles of routers and router bits. These tools, when used for all their worth, will absolutely save you time and money. Come join us!

This is a skills-based class where you will learn how to use routers but you will not make a project to take home.

Topics covered: 

• Uses for routers, including making your own trim

• Differences between a standard "fixed" router, trim router, and plunge router

• Setting up a router table

• Basics of mortising

• Much more!

Skill level: This is for adults aged 18 or over as well as 16 and 17 year-olds with parent or guardian permission. While not required, some familiarity with basic woodworking skills is a plus.

Class Schedule: Class will run for 3 hours and no breaks are planned

Price: $120 General Admission

READ OUR SHOP SAFETY GUIDELINES
Including masking rules and what you should and should NOT wear

READ OUR FAQS
Including class location, where to park, and refund info

READ ABOUT OUR CLASS ACCESSIBILITY

READ OUR LIABILITY WAIVER
Each student will be required to sign this form upon arrival in class

Questions? Email us at education@rebuildingcenter.org

Brighten up your life with a new light fixture! Wall and ceiling lights can be simple or ornate, but behind the scenes there are (usually) some standardized parts and typical wiring configurations.

This is a skills-based class where you will learn how to use tools and replace lamps with a mix of hands-on tasks and demonstrations, but you will not build a project to take home.

Topics covered: 

• Common light fixtures and mounting hardware 

• Types of boxes & enclosures 

• Typical cabling & switching configurations 

• How to identify hot, neutral and switched conductors

• Testing & troubleshooting

Skill level: This is an intermediate class. We STRONGLY recommend that you take Intro to Electrical: Safety and Simple Repairs before registering for this class. Students in this class are expected to be familiar with the following concepts and skills:

• Hot, Neutral & Ground - what they do and how to identify them

• Basic circuit theory

• Household wiring types

• Using a non-contact voltage tester

• Using wire strippers; Making good connections and splices

For ages 18+ as well as 16 and 17 year-olds with parent or guardian permission.

Class schedule: Class will run for 3 hours with no break planned

Price: $95 General Admission/$47.50 Scholarship

READ OUR SHOP SAFETY GUIDELINES
Including masking rules and what you should and should NOT wear

READ OUR FAQS
Including class location, where to park, and refund info

READ ABOUT OUR CLASS ACCESSIBILITY

READ OUR LIABILITY WAIVER
Each student will be required to sign this form upon arrival in class

Questions? Email us at education@rebuildingcenter.org

Come work on your carpentry projects in our education shop during Open Shop hours! You will have access to our tools and space for a 3-hour shift. A shop steward will be on hand to ensure safe practices, but the work is all yours.

You are welcome to attend Open Shop if you have taken either one of our Intro to Carpentry classes or have an existing familiarity with shop tools and safety protocols. Maker & Community Members receive complimentary access, in addition to store & classes discounts, free delivery & pick-up, and other ReBuilding Center perks.

Please email us at education@rebuildingcenter.org if you have questions about project plans, storing materials, or anything else related to Open Shop.

Members will need to log in to their account in order to register. Please contact Isaac Thompson, Volunteer Coordinator, Isaac@rebuildingcenter.org if you have any problems logging in.

Dive into the timeless art of Wood Block Printing in this hands-on workshop! Perfect for beginners and experienced crafters alike, this class focuses on designing, carving, and printing intricate patterns using reclaimed wood.

Using eco-friendly inks and upcycled materials, this workshop combines artistic expression with sustainability. You'll leave with your very own custom-carved woodblock and printed creations, ready to reuse for endless projects.

Don’t miss this opportunity to explore traditional techniques while supporting the mission of reducing waste and promoting reuse. Spots are limited—sign up today and make art that makes a difference!

You'll learn:

• How to design and transfer your pattern onto a woodblock.

• Carving techniques to create clean, detailed designs.

• Printing methods to bring your creation to life on fabric, paper, or other surfaces.

Skill level: This class is ideal for beginners ages 18 and over as well as 16 and 17 year-olds with parent or guardian permission.

Class Schedule: Class will run for 2 hours and no breaks planned

Price: $120 General Admission

Take the first step in understanding your home electrical system! This class will introduce you to the basics, and you will come away with an essential understanding of how your home’s electrical system works and how to do simple troubleshooting and repairs.

Topics covered: 

• How to be safe when working with electricity

• How circuits work

• How to map your house

• What kind of electrical wires you’re likely to have in your home and what the colors mean

• The difference between volts, amps, and watts and why that matters

• Hands on practice on how to replace outlets

• And much more!

Skill level: This class is great for beginners ages 18 and over

Special note: This class covers the fundamentals and will be required for anyone taking future Intermediate Electrical classes at the ReBuilding Center

Class schedule: Class will run for 3 hours with no planned break

Price: $95 General Admission/$47.50 Scholarship

READ OUR SHOP SAFETY GUIDELINES
What you should and should NOT wear

READ OUR FAQS
Including class location, where to park, and refund info

READ ABOUT OUR CLASS ACCESSIBILITY

READ OUR LIABILITY WAIVER
Each student will be required to sign this form upon arrival in class

Questions? Email us at education@rebuildingcenter.org

Come work on your carpentry projects in our education shop during Open Shop hours! You will have access to our tools and space for a 3-hour shift. A shop steward will be on hand to ensure safe practices, but the work is all yours.

You are welcome to attend Open Shop if you have taken either one of our Intro to Carpentry classes or have an existing familiarity with shop tools and safety protocols. Maker & Community Members receive complimentary access, in addition to store & classes discounts, free delivery & pick-up, and other ReBuilding Center perks.

Please email us at education@rebuildingcenter.org if you have questions about project plans, storing materials, or anything else related to Open Shop.

Members will need to log in to their account in order to register. Please contact Isaac Thompson, Volunteer Coordinator, Isaac@rebuildingcenter.org if you have any problems logging in.

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs) are an important safety feature in your home! Required by building code to be on circuits near water such as in bathrooms and kitchens. They can also be retrofitted in older homes to add extra safety.

This is a skills-based class where you will learn how to use tools with a mix of hands-on tasks and demonstrations, but you will not build a project to take home.

Topics covered: 

• Basic Theory: How GFCIs work and why they’re so important

• Where they are required in new construction, and where they’re recommended for existing, older homes

• How to identify the beginning of a circuit

• How to identify Line vs. Load conductors

• Replacing a standard receptacle with a GFCI

• Testing GFCIs

Skill level: This is an intermediate class. We STRONGLY recommend that you take Intro to Electrical: Safety and Simple Repairs before registering for this class. Students in this class are expected to be familiar with the following concepts and skills:

• Identifying the hot, neutral, and ground

• Basic circuit theory

• How household wiring works

• Using a non-contact voltage tester

• Making good connections and splices

For ages 18+ as well as 16 and 17 year-olds with parent or guardian permission.

Class schedule: Class will run for 2.5 hours with no break planned

Price: $95 General Admission/$47.50 Scholarship

READ OUR SHOP SAFETY GUIDELINES
Including masking rules and what you should and should NOT wear

READ OUR FAQS
Including class location, where to park, and refund info

READ ABOUT OUR CLASS ACCESSIBILITY

READ OUR LIABILITY WAIVER
Each student will be required to sign this form upon arrival in class

Questions? Email us at education@rebuildingcenter.org

Brighten up your life with a new light fixture! Wall and ceiling lights can be simple or ornate, but behind the scenes there are (usually) some standardized parts and typical wiring configurations.

This is a skills-based class where you will learn how to use tools and replace lamps with a mix of hands-on tasks and demonstrations, but you will not build a project to take home.

Topics covered: 

• Common light fixtures and mounting hardware 

• Types of boxes & enclosures 

• Typical cabling & switching configurations 

• How to identify hot, neutral and switched conductors

• Testing & troubleshooting

Skill level: This is an intermediate class. We STRONGLY recommend that you take Intro to Electrical: Safety and Simple Repairs before registering for this class. Students in this class are expected to be familiar with the following concepts and skills:

• Hot, Neutral & Ground - what they do and how to identify them

• Basic circuit theory

• Household wiring types

• Using a non-contact voltage tester

• Using wire strippers; Making good connections and splices

For ages 18+ as well as 16 and 17 year-olds with parent or guardian permission.

Class schedule: Class will run for 3 hours with no break planned

Price: $95 General Admission/$47.50 Scholarship

READ OUR SHOP SAFETY GUIDELINES
Including masking rules and what you should and should NOT wear

READ OUR FAQS
Including class location, where to park, and refund info

READ ABOUT OUR CLASS ACCESSIBILITY

READ OUR LIABILITY WAIVER
Each student will be required to sign this form upon arrival in class

Questions? Email us at education@rebuildingcenter.org

Come work on your carpentry projects in our education shop during Open Shop hours! You will have access to our tools and space for a 3-hour shift. A shop steward will be on hand to ensure safe practices, but the work is all yours.

You are welcome to attend Open Shop if you have taken either one of our Intro to Carpentry classes or have an existing familiarity with shop tools and safety protocols. Maker & Community Members receive complimentary access, in addition to store & classes discounts, free delivery & pick-up, and other ReBuilding Center perks.

Please email us at education@rebuildingcenter.org if you have questions about project plans, storing materials, or anything else related to Open Shop.

Members will need to log in to their account in order to register. Please contact Isaac Thompson, Volunteer Coordinator, Isaac@rebuildingcenter.org if you have any problems logging in.

Take the first step in understanding your home electrical system! This class will introduce you to the basics, and you will come away with an essential understanding of how your home’s electrical system works and how to do simple troubleshooting and repairs.

Topics covered: 

• How to be safe when working with electricity

• How circuits work

• How to map your house

• What kind of electrical wires you’re likely to have in your home and what the colors mean

• The difference between volts, amps, and watts and why that matters

• Hands on practice on how to replace outlets

• And much more!

Skill level: This class is great for beginners ages 18 and over

Special note: This class covers the fundamentals and will be required for anyone taking future Intermediate Electrical classes at the ReBuilding Center

Class schedule: Class will run for 3 hours with no planned break

Price: $95 General Admission/$45 Scholarship

READ OUR SHOP SAFETY GUIDELINES
What you should and should NOT wear

READ OUR FAQS
Including class location, where to park, and refund info

READ ABOUT OUR CLASS ACCESSIBILITY

READ OUR LIABILITY WAIVER
Each student will be required to sign this form upon arrival in class

Questions? Email us at education@rebuildingcenter.org

Come work on your carpentry projects in our education shop during Open Shop hours! You will have access to our tools and space for a 3-hour shift. A shop steward will be on hand to ensure safe practices, but the work is all yours.

You are welcome to attend Open Shop if you have taken either one of our Intro to Carpentry classes or have an existing familiarity with shop tools and safety protocols. Maker & Community Members receive complimentary access, in addition to store & classes discounts, free delivery & pick-up, and other ReBuilding Center perks.

Please email us at education@rebuildingcenter.org if you have questions about project plans, storing materials, or anything else related to Open Shop.

Members will need to log in to their account in order to register. Please contact Isaac Thompson, Volunteer Coordinator, Isaac@rebuildingcenter.org if you have any problems logging in.

Take the first step in understanding your home electrical system! This class will introduce you to the basics, and you will come away with an essential understanding of how your home’s electrical system works and how to do simple troubleshooting and repairs.

Topics covered: 

• How to be safe when working with electricity

• How circuits work

• How to map your house

• What kind of electrical wires you’re likely to have in your home and what the colors mean

• The difference between volts, amps, and watts and why that matters

• Hands on practice on how to replace outlets

• And much more!

Skill level: This class is great for beginners ages 18 and over

Special note: This class covers the fundamentals and will be required for anyone taking future Intermediate Electrical classes at the ReBuilding Center

Class schedule: Class will run for 3 hours with no planned break

Price: $95 General Admission/$47.50 Scholarship

READ OUR SHOP SAFETY GUIDELINES
What you should and should NOT wear

READ OUR FAQS
Including class location, where to park, and refund info

READ ABOUT OUR CLASS ACCESSIBILITY

READ OUR LIABILITY WAIVER
Each student will be required to sign this form upon arrival in class

Questions? Email us at education@rebuildingcenter.org

Brighten up your life with a new light fixture! Wall and ceiling lights can be simple or ornate, but behind the scenes there are (usually) some standardized parts and typical wiring configurations.

This is a skills-based class where you will learn how to use tools and replace lamps with a mix of hands-on tasks and demonstrations, but you will not build a project to take home.

Topics covered: 

• Common light fixtures and mounting hardware 

• Types of boxes & enclosures 

• Typical cabling & switching configurations 

• How to identify hot, neutral and switched conductors

• Testing & troubleshooting

Skill level: This is an intermediate class. We STRONGLY recommend that you take Intro to Electrical: Safety and Simple Repairs before registering for this class. Students in this class are expected to be familiar with the following concepts and skills:

• Hot, Neutral & Ground - what they do and how to identify them

• Basic circuit theory

• Household wiring types

• Using a non-contact voltage tester

• Using wire strippers; Making good connections and splices

For ages 18+ as well as 16 and 17 year-olds with parent or guardian permission.

Class schedule: Class will run for 3 hours with no break planned

Price: $95 General Admission/$47.50 Scholarship

READ OUR SHOP SAFETY GUIDELINES
Including masking rules and what you should and should NOT wear

READ OUR FAQS
Including class location, where to park, and refund info

READ ABOUT OUR CLASS ACCESSIBILITY

READ OUR LIABILITY WAIVER
Each student will be required to sign this form upon arrival in class

Questions? Email us at education@rebuildingcenter.org

Come work on your carpentry projects in our education shop during Open Shop hours! You will have access to our tools and space for a 3-hour shift. A shop steward will be on hand to ensure safe practices, but the work is all yours.

You are welcome to attend Open Shop if you have taken either one of our Intro to Carpentry classes or have an existing familiarity with shop tools and safety protocols. Maker & Community Members receive complimentary access, in addition to store & classes discounts, free delivery & pick-up, and other ReBuilding Center perks.

Please email us at education@rebuildingcenter.org if you have questions about project plans, storing materials, or anything else related to Open Shop.

Members will need to log in to their account in order to register. Please contact Isaac Thompson, Volunteer Coordinator, Isaac@rebuildingcenter.org if you have any problems logging in.

Take the first step in understanding your home electrical system! This class will introduce you to the basics, and you will come away with an essential understanding of how your home’s electrical system works and how to do simple troubleshooting and repairs.

Topics covered: 

• How to be safe when working with electricity

• How circuits work

• How to map your house

• What kind of electrical wires you’re likely to have in your home and what the colors mean

• The difference between volts, amps, and watts and why that matters

• Hands on practice on how to replace outlets

• And much more!

Skill level: This class is great for beginners ages 18 and over

Special note: This class covers the fundamentals and will be required for anyone taking future Intermediate Electrical classes at the ReBuilding Center

Class schedule: Class will run for 3 hours with no planned break

Price: $95 General Admission/$47.50 Scholarship

READ OUR SHOP SAFETY GUIDELINES
What you should and should NOT wear

READ OUR FAQS
Including class location, where to park, and refund info

READ ABOUT OUR CLASS ACCESSIBILITY

READ OUR LIABILITY WAIVER
Each student will be required to sign this form upon arrival in class

Questions? Email us at education@rebuildingcenter.org

Take the first step in understanding your home electrical system! This class will introduce you to the basics, and you will come away with an essential understanding of how your home’s electrical system works and how to do simple troubleshooting and repairs.

Topics covered: 

• How to be safe when working with electricity

• How circuits work

• How to map your house

• What kind of electrical wires you’re likely to have in your home and what the colors mean

• The difference between volts, amps, and watts and why that matters

• Hands on practice on how to replace outlets

• And much more!

Skill level: This class is great for beginners ages 18 and over

Special note: This class covers the fundamentals and will be required for anyone taking future Intermediate Electrical classes at the ReBuilding Center

Class schedule: Class will run for 3 hours with no planned break

Price: $95 General Admission/$47.50 Scholarship

READ OUR SHOP SAFETY GUIDELINES
What you should and should NOT wear

READ OUR FAQS
Including class location, where to park, and refund info

READ ABOUT OUR CLASS ACCESSIBILITY

READ OUR LIABILITY WAIVER
Each student will be required to sign this form upon arrival in class

Questions? Email us at education@rebuildingcenter.org

Come work on your carpentry projects in our education shop during Open Shop hours! You will have access to our tools and space for a 3-hour shift. A shop steward will be on hand to ensure safe practices, but the work is all yours.

You are welcome to attend Open Shop if you have taken either one of our Intro to Carpentry classes or have an existing familiarity with shop tools and safety protocols. Maker & Community Members receive complimentary access, in addition to store & classes discounts, free delivery & pick-up, and other ReBuilding Center perks.

Please email us at education@rebuildingcenter.org if you have questions about project plans, storing materials, or anything else related to Open Shop.

Members will need to log in to their account in order to register. Please contact Isaac Thompson, Volunteer Coordinator, Isaac@rebuildingcenter.org if you have any problems logging in.

Learn basic electrical skills and lamp repair, and build a table lamp to take home! Class will start by taking apart lamps provided in class to learn how all the pieces fit together. Next, students can choose from our selection of reclaimed wood and electrical parts to create their own lamp.

Students will be given basic bulbs to take home as part of their lamp, but decorative or specialty bulbs (like the one in the picture below) are BYOB: Bring Your Own Bulb.

Topics covered:

• The basics of electrical theory

• Safety when working with electricity

• Using wire stripping tools effectively

• The parts and techniques necessary to rewire and repair a lamp

• Inspiration for how to create lamps out of other types of materials

Skill level: This class is ideal for beginners ages 18 and over as well as 16 and 17 year-olds with parent or guardian permission.

Class Schedule: Class will run for 3 hours and no breaks are planned

Price: $90 + $10 materials = $100 General Admission

READ OUR SHOP SAFETY GUIDELINES
Including masking rules and what you should and should NOT wear

READ OUR FAQS
Including class location, where to park, and refund info

READ ABOUT OUR CLASS ACCESSIBILITY

READ OUR LIABILITY WAIVER
Each student will be required to sign this form upon arrival in class

Questions? Email us at education@rebuildingcenter.org

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs) are an important safety feature in your home! Required by building code to be on circuits near water such as in bathrooms and kitchens. They can also be retrofitted in older homes to add extra safety.

This is a skills-based class where you will learn how to use tools with a mix of hands-on tasks and demonstrations, but you will not build a project to take home.

Topics covered: 

• Basic Theory: How GFCIs work and why they’re so important

• Where they are required in new construction, and where they’re recommended for existing, older homes

• How to identify the beginning of a circuit

• How to identify Line vs. Load conductors

• Replacing a standard receptacle with a GFCI

• Testing GFCIs

Skill level: This is an intermediate class. We STRONGLY recommend that you take Intro to Electrical: Safety and Simple Repairs before registering for this class. Students in this class are expected to be familiar with the following concepts and skills:

• Identifying the hot, neutral, and ground

• Basic circuit theory

• How household wiring works

• Using a non-contact voltage tester

• Making good connections and splices

For ages 18+ as well as 16 and 17 year-olds with parent or guardian permission.

Class schedule: Class will run for 2.5 hours with no break planned

Price: $95 General Admission / $47.50 Scholarship

READ OUR SHOP SAFETY GUIDELINES
Including masking rules and what you should and should NOT wear

READ OUR FAQS
Including class location, where to park, and refund info

READ ABOUT OUR CLASS ACCESSIBILITY

READ OUR LIABILITY WAIVER
Each student will be required to sign this form upon arrival in class

Questions? Email us at education@rebuildingcenter.org

Take the first step in understanding your home electrical system! This class will introduce you to the basics, and you will come away with an essential understanding of how your home’s electrical system works and how to do simple troubleshooting and repairs.

Topics covered: 

• How to be safe when working with electricity

• How circuits work

• How to map your house

• What kind of electrical wires you’re likely to have in your home and what the colors mean

• The difference between volts, amps, and watts and why that matters

• Hands on practice on how to replace outlets

• And much more!

Skill level: This class is great for beginners ages 18 and over

Special note: This class covers the fundamentals and will be required for anyone taking future Intermediate Electrical classes at the ReBuilding Center

Class schedule: Class will run for 3 hours with no planned break

Price: $95 General Admission/$47.50 Scholarship

READ OUR SHOP SAFETY GUIDELINES
What you should and should NOT wear

READ OUR FAQS
Including class location, where to park, and refund info

READ ABOUT OUR CLASS ACCESSIBILITY

READ OUR LIABILITY WAIVER
Each student will be required to sign this form upon arrival in class

Questions? Email us at education@rebuildingcenter.org