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POSTPONED - Intro to Carpentry: Cutting Boards (Day 1 of 2) - $100

  • ReBuilding Center 3625 N Mississippi Ave Portland, OR, 97227 United States (map)

COVID-19 VACCINATION & MASKING REQUIREMENTS

Starting January 1, 2022, all students participating in in-person classes at the ReBuilding Center Education Shop will be required to show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test performed within the prior 72 hours. Check out our FAQs & Safety Guidelines for more details.

In addition, masks are required for all students, staff, and volunteers per guidelines announced by the Oregon Health Authority on August 11. Please note: safety glasses are required in most of our classes and wearing a mask with a wire nosepiece will help reduce fogging.

See below for additional health and safety precautions.


This is a TWO-DAY class and will run from 5:30-8:30pm on BOTH days.

Day 1 – Monday, January 31, 2022
Day 2 – Monday, February 7, 2022

CLASS DESCRIPTION
Cutting boards are useful and can be beautiful works of art, and making one is a great way to learn some basic carpentry skills. In this class you will use reclaimed hardwood to make a simple cutting board of your own design (maximum size 14"x14"). In the process you will learn how to use many tools, including a table saw, chop saw, planer, jointer, and orbital sander. You'll also learn how to do a "glue up" and be introduced to several clamping methods.

This is a project-based class and you'll be able to take your cutting board home after Day 2. You can give it as a gift or use it to enjoy charcuterie for years to come!

Topics covered:

  • Using table saws and chop saws

  • How to use a jointer for clean edges

  • A variety of clamping techniques, including using ropes, clamps, and wedges

  • Using a thickness planer and sanding to achieve a smooth finish

  • Sanding techniques

  • Finishing with food-grade oil

Cost: $100 (total for both days)
ReBuilding Center offers two half-price scholarships for every class:

  • A BIPOC Scholarship for all BIPOC community members interested in taking a class with us

  • A Need-based Scholarship for all community members whose income is less than $35,000/year for an individual or $70,000 for a two-earner household

To apply for either scholarship, please choose the appropriate option in the “Event Admission” section on the second page of the registration process.

Skill level: Beginners are welcome, though ideally you have some basic experience on a table saw or have taken a previous class with us. For ages 18+. 

Maximum size of class: 10 students

Class Schedule: Class will run for 3 hours each day with no break planned


SHOP SAFETY

  • Plan to arrive 5-10 min early if possible. For safety reasons we cannot allow students into class more than 15 minutes after it has begun.

  • We will provide safety glasses for all students, though you are welcome to bring your own from home if you prefer.

  • Hearing protection is strongly encouraged when using saws and other tools. We will provide several options for hearing protection, but you are welcome to bring your own.

  • Wear closed-toe shoes — no sandals! (no exceptions).

  • Long hair must be tied back.

  • Do not wear any dangling jewelry or baggy clothing.

ACCESSIBILITY

The ReBuilding Center Education Department works to be accessible, inclusive, and welcoming to students of all skill levels and levels of mobility. Your experience in this class is important to us and we want to prepare in advance the tools and methods that will make all of our students successful. 

If you have a disability (including but not limited to learning or attention, vision, mobility, hearing, physical or other health-related) or other health concerns (such as potential for lightheadedness or low blood sugar) that might impact your participation in class, please contact the Education Department Program Manager at least 24 hours prior to the starting of class to discuss accommodations. 

CLICK HERE TO READ OUR FAQ PAGE FOR INFORMATION ON TOPICS SUCH AS:

  • Details on COVID-19 vaccination requirements

  • When and where to arrive

  • Parking and public transportation

  • Scholarships

  • Refund policy

  • And more!


Questions? Email us at education@rebuildingcenter.org

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