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Intro to Woodworking w/Elena - Create a Window Planter Box

  • June 17, 2025
  • June 18, 2025
  • 2 sessions
  • June 17, 2025, 18:30 21:30 (EDT)
  • June 18, 2025, 18:30 21:30 (EDT)
  • 1936 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
  • 1

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This two-session woodworking class will educate students on the basic concepts and safe use of woodshop equipment, while crafting a window planter box for your spring flowers/herbs. Students will leave with their own box and an understanding and safety training on the following equipment and skills:

  • Table, Miter, & Bandsaws
  • Joiner
  • Planer
  • Drill press
  • Combination & Orbital Sanders
  • Router Table
  • Applying finish

Structure: This class is split into two weeknight sessions:

  • Tuesday, June 17th from 6:30PM-9:30PM: 
    The instructor will take the entire cohort through the process of constructing the planter box, demonstrating the safe use of the necessary equipment and tools along the way.  
  • Wednesday, June 18th 2025 from 6:30pm-9:30pm: 
    Each student will create their own window planter boxes with hands-on instruction available from the instructor. 
  • (Optional) Office Hour(s): 
    Should any student require
     extra time or guidance completing their projects, they can schedule optional "office hours" time with the instructor. Elena will be available by email and Slack (for HackPGH members).


Requirements
: No woodworking experience needed. All supplies and safety equipment will be provided. Please wear closed-toed shoes, remove any dangling jewelry, and tie back any long hair.

Instructor: Elena Sotos

Cost: $145 ($155 for Non-Members).  Price includes materials,  instruction, and an optional office hour session with the instructor. You must register and pay to hold your spot! No-shows will NOT be refunded. If you need to cancel, please contact HackPGH at least 48 hours before the class date! 

Membership discount: We encourage students of this class to join HackPGH and use the makerspace at their convenience. Non-members will receive 50% off their first month of membership. Not only will new members gain 24/7 access to the woodshop, but also our CNC, welding bench, 3D printers, laser cutter, computer lab, electronics bench, FABRICation Arts, and more! Speak to a Board Member or contact us at info (at) 
HackPittsburgh.org for more information.

Class Size: 4 people

Age Requirements: Adults only! Must be 18+ to attend

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