Fireweed Community Woodshop upcoming events

Stepstools and Stairs (all gender/ no gender) (10 May 2026)

Sun, 10 May 2026 18:00:00 GMT

In this class, we will learn how to step up your framing skills! You will learn the basics to understand the structure of staircases, including elements of a staircase, necessary math, and building code. We will then apply that knowledge to building your own stepstool. Students will leave with a lumber stepstool and the ability to operate tools commonly used in framing projects- circular saws, jigsaws, drills, squares, and impact drivers. This class is great for anybody looking for hands-on framing experience, and for homeowners who may see a repair project in their future!

The materials fee is $22 and is included in the admission cost.

* We do require masking indoors, whatever your vaccination status *

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Taught by Kate Hill.

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Hang With Ease: Wall-Mounting Essentials for Your Home (intended for women & marginalized genders) (12 May 2026)

Tue, 12 May 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Whether you're hanging artwork, mounting shelves, curtain rods, or installing grab bars for accessibility, knowing how to safely and confidently work with your walls is a must-have skill for any homeowner. In this hands-on workshop, students will learn the fundamentals of wall-mounting—from understanding wall types and locating studs to choosing the right anchors and tools for the job. The goal: to leave with the confidence and know-how to mount objects securely, beautifully, and accessibly in their own homes. Students will have the opportunity to practice mounting shelving, artwork, curtain rods, or an assistive grab bar using a variety of fasteners and techniques suited to drywall, lath and plaster, and masonry. We will also demonstrate and practice patching the small holes we make and preparing for paint touch-up.

The materials fee for this class is $25 and is included in the admission cost.

* We do require masking indoors, whatever your vaccination status *

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Taught by Jules Bunch.

Power Tools 101 (all gender/no gender) (13 May 2026)

Wed, 13 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Make a cutting board while learning how to use power tools. We will cover using the electric planer, ripping on the table saw, cross cutting on the miter saw, curved cuts on the bandsaw, and finishing. This is a great chance to get to know, or brush up on the most powerful tools in the shop. Take home your very own cherry or maple cutting board at the end.

The materials fee for this class is $20 and is included in the admission cost.

* We do require masking indoors, whatever your vaccination status *

Email hello@fireweedwoodshop.org to request ASL interpretation for this course.

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Taught by Meena Mangalvedhekar.

Power Tools 101 (all gender/no gender) (18 May 2026)

Mon, 18 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT

The materials fee for this class is $20 and is included in the admission cost.

* We do require masking indoors, whatever your vaccination status *

Email hello@fireweedwoodshop.org to request ASL interpretation for this course.

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Taught by Aria Kampfer.

Open Shop (all gender/no gender) (20 May 2026)

Wed, 20 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Open shop is a time for you to bring in any projects or crafts you are working on and have access to the tools and the space. While we will have an instructor on staff to help open shop run smoothly and make sure tools are being used safely, this is a self-directed work time NOT class time. Open shop is capped at 7 participants and needs 5 participants to run.

Registrants of open shop MUST have taken power tools 101 or be comfortable and experienced using power tools.

Every attendee of open shop must register. Please no guests without registration!

NO GREENWOOD ON THE BANDSAWS.

NO LATHE USE AT OPEN SHOP. Instead please register for one of our Open Turning Sessions.

Please email hello@fireweedwoodshop.org if you have any questions about open shop or what tools are available to use.

* We do require masking indoors, whatever your vaccination status *
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Facilitated by Aria Kampfer

BIPOC Power Tools 101 (all gender/no gender) (26 May 2026)

Tue, 26 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Join us for a special BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) centered class to practice the basics of Power Tools

The materials fee for this class is $20 and is included in the admission cost.

This class is intended for BIPOC students.

Email hello@fireweedwoodshop.org to request ASL interpretation for this course.

* We do require masking indoors, whatever your vaccination status *

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Taught by Meena Mangalvedhekar (@meenanew) Bio 1. Bio 2.

Be Your Own Handyperson: TRIM 101 (all gender/no gender) (30 May 2026)

Sat, 30 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Learn about the ins and outs of installing trim. Cut with a miter and coping saw the base, face, and trim and practice installing it with an airnailer. Learn what's behind the wall so your trim is secured properly. This course is designed for beginners. All skill levels welcome.

Please wear closed toed shoes and avoid dangly clothing. During this 4 hour class, students will be standing for the majority of the time. If you have questions about accommodations during class please reach out to hello@fireweedwoodshop.org

The materials fee for this class is $15 and is included in the admission cost.

* We do require masking indoors, whatever your vaccination status *

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Taught by Melinde Madsen and Jules Bunch

Power Tools 101 (all gender/no gender) (31 May 2026)

Sun, 31 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT

The materials fee for this class is $20 and is included in the admission cost.

* We do require masking indoors, whatever your vaccination status *

Email hello@fireweedwoodshop.org to request ASL interpretation for this course.

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Taught by Meena Mangalvedhekar.

Power Tools 101 (all gender/no gender) (31 May 2026)

Sun, 31 May 2026 18:00:00 GMT

The materials fee for this class is $20 and is included in the admission cost.

* We do require masking indoors, whatever your vaccination status *

Email hello@fireweedwoodshop.org to request ASL interpretation for this course.

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Taught by Meena Mangalvedhekar.

Table Saw Skills (women + marginalized genders) (01 June 2026)

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

The table saw is a staple in any woodworker's shop! Fundamentally, the table saw is a way to size materials, but it can also act as a substitute for many other tools in the shop. In this class, students will learn through demos and hands-on practice a sample of some of the many ways the table saw can be modified to make special cuts. We will cover proper use and set up, ripping vs. cross-cutting, dado set-up, and a variety of joinery, dependent upon time. Come to class with all your table saw questions: we will have allotted time to explore further table saw uses based on students' interests. This class is a great opportunity for people who want hands-on practice with the table saw OR to observe: any level of participation is supported! The materials cost for this class will go towards maintenance of the shop and jigs.

The materials fee is $10 and it is included in the admissions cost.

* If you require an accommodation to take this class, please indicate so in the registration form. Read about our accommodations policy here. *

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Taught by Aria Kampfer

Be Your Own Handyperson: TRIM 101 (all gender/no gender) (07 June 2026)

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT

The materials fee for this class is $15 and is included in the admission cost.

* If you require an accommodation to take this class, please indicate so in the registration form. Read about our accommodations policy here. *

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Taught by Jules Bunch

Power Tools 101 (all gender/no gender) (10 June 2026)

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

The materials fee for this class is $20 and is included in the admission cost.

* If you require an accommodation to take this class, please indicate so in the registration form. Read about our accommodations policy here. *

Email hello@fireweedwoodshop.org to request ASL interpretation for this course.

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Taught by Meena Mangalvedhekar.

Power Tools 101 (all gender/no gender) (16 June 2026)

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

The materials fee for this class is $20 and is included in the admission cost.

* If you require an accommodation to take this class, please indicate so in the registration form. Read about our accommodations policy here. *

Email hello@fireweedwoodshop.org to request ASL interpretation for this course.

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Taught by Meena Mangalvedhekar.

Open Shop (all gender/no gender) (22 June 2026)

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

NO GREENWOOD ON THE BANDSAWS.

NO LATHE USE AT OPEN SHOP. Instead please register for one of our Open Turning Sessions.

Please email hello@fireweedwoodshop.org if you have any questions about open shop or what tools are available to use.

* If you require an accommodation to take this class, please indicate so in the registration form. Read about our accommodations policy here. *
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Facilitated by Aria Kampfer

BIPOC Power Tools 101 (all gender/no gender) (23 June 2026)

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Join us for a special BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) centered class to practice the basics of Power Tools

The materials fee for this class is $20 and is included in the admission cost.

This class is intended for BIPOC students.

Email hello@fireweedwoodshop.org to request ASL interpretation for this course.

* If you require an accommodation to take this class, please indicate so in the registration form. Read about our accommodations policy here. *

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Taught by Meena Mangalvedhekar (@meenanew) Bio 1. Bio 2.