Woodshop Classes and Workshops 

WORKSHOP CLASSES CANCELLED

Due to the flood, we are unable to offer our Intro Woodshop, Woodshop 2 or Woodshop Workshops that require large equipment: Beginner, Advanced and Teen Workshops. We hope to be back at the arts center for classes during Session 4. Sorry for the inconvenience. We look forward to seeing you back at the arts center in July. Meanwhile, we are offering Lathe Workshops and many other classes at Brent Elementary. Please check out the website for other offerings.

LATHE CLASSES AVAILABLE

We are offering Wood Lathe Workshops at our temporary location of Brent School.  The Lathes are portable, so we are able to bring them to the school.  We have added many new Lathe Workshops.  Please check them out on this page.

ArtsConnect offers numerous woodshop classes in our newly renovated woodshop. Learn to use various equipment properly and efficiently. The Intro class uses a wide-range of equipment while learning to work safely. Once you have learned the basics, then take our Advanced class to learn more difficult techniques. 2-week Workshops give a sampling of how to use individual pieces of equipment.

Teen Intro to Woodworking Workshops

Ages 11 - 15

Saturdays, 9:00 a,m, - 1:00 p.m.

Teens learn basic woodworking skills using hand tools to make useful items in this 3-week workshop.  They will sharpen their math skills by measuring and calculating cuts and angles. No power tools and equipment are used. 

Teen Woodworking 
Date
 Day and Time Non-member /
Member Fee  
 Register
February 4 - 18, 2023
3 weeks
 SAT 9:00 am - 1:00 pm $100 / $90 Register Here
May 6 - 20, 2023
3 weeks
 SAT 9:00 am - 1:00 pm $100 / $90 Register Here 

Intro to Woodshop Classes

Ages 16 and up, Wednesday, 5:45 - 8:45 p.m. (3 hr)     
$140 for non-members per 3-week session

$126 for members per 3-week session.

ALL SUPPLIES INCLUDED

In this 3-week class, Introduction to Woodshop teaches the basics of woodworking. Participants will learn how to use all of the equipment in the shop, as well as the important safety rules when using the equipment.  Participants will practice on the equipment and then make a small tote container with a handle. Our instructor will guide students through the steps of designing, building and finishing their projects. The goal of the class is for students to gain confidence on the equipment so that they can work independently in the shop. This class is a prerequisite for advanced woodshop and mandatory for using the woodshop during open studio time.  All Supplies are included.

Introduction to Woodshop is held on Wednesdays from 5:45 - 8:45 p.m. in our newly renovated woodshop at ArtsConnect Springfield Township Arts Center, 9158 Winton Rd, Building A, behind the fire station.

Having trouble registering online?  Call Lisa Zupon - (513) 728-4266. Lisa can register you over the phone.

INTRO TO WOODSHOP

Intro to Woodshop Sessions                                     
  Dates Day and Time                
Non-member /
Member Fee            
 Register
2023 Intro Woodshop
Session 1: January 
 1/18 - 2/1/2023 WED  5:45 - 8:45 p.m. $140 / $126 Register Here
2023 Intro Woodshop
Session 1: February
 2/8 - 2/22/2023 WED 5:45 - 8:45 p.m. $140 / $126 Register Here
2023 Intro Woodshop
Session 2: March
 3/8 - 3/22/2023
WED 5:45 - 8:45 p.m..
 $140 / $126 Register Here
2023 Intro Woodshop
Session 2: April
 3/29 - 4/12/2023 WED 5:45 - 8:45 p.m. $140 / $126 Register Here
2023 Intro Woodshop
Session 3: May
 5/3 - 5/17/2023 WED 5:45 - 8:45 p.m. $140 / $126 Register Here
2023 Intro Woodshop
Session 3: June
 5/24 - 6/7/2023 WED 5:45 - 8:45 p.m. $140 / $126 Register Here

WOODWORKING 2

Ages 16 and up, Thursday, 5:45 - 8:45 pm (3 HR CLASS)   

$180 for non-members per 5-week session
$162 for members per 5-week session.

ALL SUPPLIES INCLUDED

This is the next step for those that have taken Intro to Woodshop. Each session will be a different project. Session 1 will be a wall shelf using the router table.  (wall shelf class is mandatory for using the router during open studio) Session 3 project will be making a plant stand using the mortiser.  Pick one or all! Supplies included.  If you liked the first woodworking class, then you’ll love this one! 

This class will take only a maximum of 4 students, so the participants get a lot of personal attention. Sign up early so you don’t miss out!

Woodworking 2 is offered on Thursdays, from 5:45 - 8:45 p.m. Classes are held in the Woodshop at ArtsConnect Springfield Township Arts Center, 9158 Winton Rd, Building A, behind the fire station.

Woodworking 2 Projects Session Dates                  Day and Time                            Non-member / Member Fee   Register  
2023 Session 1:
Wall Shelf
 1/19 - 2/16/2023 THUR 5:45 - 8:45 pm THUR 5:45 - 8:45 pm Register Here
2023 Session 3:
Plant Stand

 5/4 - 6/1/2023 THUR 5:45 - 8:45 pm THUR 5:45 - 8:45 pm Register Here
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WOODSHOP WORKSHOPS

Workshops are a great way to try a new skill.  ArtsConnect offers beginner and advanced workshops.  In the beginner workshops, students will use several power tools in our woodshop to make unique, handcrafted items for their homes. Each session will be a different project. Beginner workshops are 2 weeks. No experience is necessary. All supplies included.

Advanced workshops are 3 weeks and are a great way to advance your woodworking skills. These workshops are for more experienced woodworkers.  Learn advanced joinery and finishing techniques while making items for your home. 

Both types of workshops take a limited number of students so register early!

AVAILABLE AT BRENT SCHOOL:

LATHE WORKSHOPS

ArtsConnect is excited to announce the addition of 4 Midi Lathes to our woodshop. we will be offering a variety of 1 and 2-day workshops on the lathe. Learn to use the midi lathe while making a useful household item.  Sessions 1, 2 and 3 lathe workshops will be making a pen, a bowl, and a bottle stopper. The pen and bottle stopper is a 1-day workshop and the bowl is 2-days.  You’ll want to take all of them! No experience necessary. All supplies included.

LATHE BOWL WORKSHOPS

Lathe Bowl
2-day Workshops
 Dates Day and Time Non-member/
 Member Fee
 Register
Mar Lathe Bowl 3/15 - 3/16/2023 WED & THU 5:45 - 8:45 p.m $100 / $90 Register Here
Apr Lathe Bowl 4/19 - 4/20/2023
2 days
 WED & THU 5:45 - 8:45 p.m $100 / $90 Register Here
May Lathe Bowl 5/10 - 5/11/2023
2 days
 WED & THU 5:45 - 8:45 p.m $100 / $90 Register Here
Jun Lathe Bowl 6/7 - 6/8/2023
2 days
 WED & THU 5:45 - 8:45 p.m $100 / $90 Register Here

PEN LATHE WORKSHOPS

Lathe Pen
1-day Workshops
 Dates Day and Time Non-member/
 Member Fee 
 Register
Feb Lathe Pen 2/23/2023 THU 5:45 - 8:45 p.m. $70 / $63 Register Here
Mar Lathe Pen 3/30/2023 THU 5:45 - 8:45 p.m. $70 / $63 Register Here
Apr Lathe Pen 4/27/2023 THU 5:45 - 8:45 p.m. $70 / $63 Register Here
May Lathe Pen 5/18/2023 THU 5:45 - 8:45 p.m. $70 / $63 Register Here

BOTTLE STOPPER LATHE WORKSHOPS

Lathe Bottle Stopper
1-day Workshops
 Dates Day and Time Non-member/
 Member Fee
 Register
Mar Lathe Bottle Stopper 3/9/2023 THU 5:45 - 8:45 p.m $70 / $63 Register Here
Apr Lathe Bottle Stopper 4/6/2023 THU 5:45 - 8:45 p.m $70 / $63 Register Here

BEGINNER WOODWORKING WORKSHOPS

Ages 16 and up,  Thursdays, 5:45 - 8:45 pm (3 hr) 

$100 for non-members per 2-week session
$90 for members per 2-week session.

ALL SUPPLIES INCLUDED

Beginner Woodworking 
Workshop Projects
 Session Dates     Day and Time Non-member/
 Member Fee  
 Register
Session 1:
Blue Bird House
 3/2 - 3/9/2023
2 weeks
 THUR 5:45 - 8:45 pm $100/$90 Register Here
Session 2:
Cutting Board
 3/23 - 3/30/2023
2 weeks
 THUR 5:45 - 8:45 pm $100/$90 Register Here
Session 3:
Folding Candle Holder
 4/13 - 4/20/2023
2 weeks
 THUR 5:45 - 8:45 pm $100/$90 Register Here

ADVANCED WOODWORKING WORKSHOPS

Advanced Woodworking Workshop Projects: Session Dates Day and Time Non-member/
 Member Fee  
 Register Here
Advanced Joinery 3/4 - 3/18/2023
3 weeks
 SAT 9:00 am - 1:00 pm $130 / $117 Register Here
Jewelry Box 4/8 - 4/22/2023
3 weeks
 SAT 9:00 am - 1:00 pm $130 / $117 Register Here

Having trouble registering online?  Call Lisa Zupon - (513) 728-4266. Lisa can register you over the phone.

Teen & Advanced Workshop Instructor:  Kendall Glover

Kendall is a woodworker from Lincoln Heights. He is inspired to make functional items that celebrate and pay homage to the richness of the African American experience. He has produced whimsical and Afro-futurist items such as: cutting boards influenced by the Gee's Bend Quilters, stair railings and posts inspired by Thomas Day, and wall shelves that would fit nicely in any home in Wakanda.  Kendall was honored to have one of his original cabinets highlighted in a New York Times article.  The cabinet was called King Djoer, based on the Egyptian Pharaoh. It was  part of a special exhibit"Show Us Your Wall" featuring the work of Patrick McCoy.


Kendall was trained as a union carpenter in Chicago focusing on interior structures; custom doors, stairs, and windows. He eventually began making unique furniture. He completed a two-year program at the University of Chicago called "Protecting the Art Collection". This program enhanced his skill in presenting, mounting, crating and preserving art.  


Kendall teaches all of our Woodshop classes.  He focuses  on safety and helping the students to feel comfortable and confident on the equipment.

  






Kendall

Contact Us

ArtsConnect™


 (513) 522-2108       Springfield Township   Community Arts Center

 9158 Winton Road,    Building A                 Cincinnati, Ohio 45231


 Kimberlee Flamm   Executive Director  kflamm@springfieldtwp.org(513)728-4262

Lisa Zupon                Education Director  lzupon@springfieldtwp.org  (513)728-4266

Class Cancellations & Weather Closings

Don't wait to register! Classes may be cancelled to low registration or fill up before you have a chance to register.

Class cancellations due to weather will be made one hour prior to class start times and will be listed on the homepage of the ArtsConnect website at www.theartsconnect.us. To verify any weather closings, call 513-522-2108. In most instances, classes cancelled by weather will be made up by adding an additional class to the end of the session.

Due to costs incurred planning for art classes, full refunds will only be issued when the ArtsConnect cancels the class. Class cancellations made within 10 business days of the class start date are eligible for a refund, minus a $5 administration fee per student or transfer to a new session.  View the full class refund policy here.

To notify us of an early cancellation, please send an email to artsinfo@springfieldtwp.org.