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All students must show proof of COVID-19 vaccination.
As of March 12, 2022, masks are no longer required but are strongly recommended for protection against inhaling sawdust.
This class is for the BIPOC community only.
What is a BIPOC student? Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) are anyone who identifies as Black, Native American, Native Hawaiian, Alaskan Native, Desi, Asian, Pacific Islander, Chicanx or Latinx.
Can non-BIPOC folks still sign up for BIPOC classes? No, but please check our calendar for other available classes.
Isn't this racist? Good question! No, in fact it's actually an anti-racist practice to create space for BIPOC folks to learn about carpentry and home repair in a space where they are centered. We have many other classes for our white friends and community members to choose from.
CLASS DESCRIPTION
This is a TWO-DAY class and will run from 5:30-8:30pm on BOTH days.
Day 1 – Tuesday, April 5
Day 2 – Tuesday, April 12
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, 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
Using a thickness planer and sanding to achieve a smooth finish
A variety of clamping techniques, including using ropes, clamps, and wedges
Sanding techniques
Finishing with food-grade oil
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+.
Class Schedule: Each class will run for 3 hours with no break planned
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Questions? Email us at education@rebuildingcenter.org