Group Workshops, Private Lessons and Woodworking Summer Camps for Kids!

Election Day (Tue Nov 3rd) Kids Progams (Ages 9-12)!

Morning (1030a-130p): Make a Premium Hardwood Cutting Board!
$129 Per Spot – Enroll [here]

Afternoon (230p-530p): Explore Woodturning on the Lathe!
$129 Per Spot – Enroll [here]

If interested in programs for kids 13-16 years old, email us! We have morning and afternoon options if there are enough interested families.
info@philadelphiawoodworks.com

Veteran’s Day (Wed Nov 11th) Kids Progams (Ages 9-12)!

If interested, let us know. We have the option for a morning activity!
info@philadelphiawoodworks.com

Woodworking engages kids’ minds, builds patience and develops true confidence — the exact opposite for kids as being on screens! Woodworking encourages problem-solving, focus and resilience as kids learn to measure, cut and assemble real projects with their own hands. Our shop and team of expert coaches provide a calming, screen-free escape for children that boosts creativity and self-esteem. We help young makers develop lifelong skills while having fun and learning in a safe and supportive environment!

School-Year Workshops (After-School and Daytime)!

Private Lessons for Kids!

Kids Summer Camps!

	October 2026
Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
				1	2	3 Women's Shop Intro! Women's Shop Intro! Starts: 10:00 am Ends: October 3, 2026 - 6:00 pm Description: Whoever says that woodshops are just for guys has never been to Philadelphia Woodworks! Come enjoy a women-only full introduction to a professional-grade woodshop with our woodworking experts. Using our lathes, jointer, planter, table saws, bandsaws, router tables and sanders you will create a full complement of gorgeous projects for your home. Perfect for some mother-daughter bonding or just some time with the girls! http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/home_and_lifestyle_series/woodworking_for_women/ More details... •
4 Essential Furniture Joinery Essential Furniture Joinery Starts: 10:00 am Ends: October 4, 2026 - 6:00 pm Description: This course provides students with the understanding and practice of creating some of the most fundamental furniture making joints! In just one day students will create hands-on: Mortise and Tenon Joints Finger and Box Joints Bridle Joints Half Lap Joints Floating Tenon Joints The joints covered in this course have a wide variety of applications in woodworking and basic furniture construction. Students will learn these joinery techniques through class discussion, observation, and hands-on execution and have hand-made samples of each joint to take home! http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/tools_and_techniques_series/essential_furniture_joinery/ More details... •	5 CLOSED CLOSED Starts: 12:00 am Ends: October 5, 2026 - 11:59 pm More details... •	6	7	8	9	10 Epoxy River Serving Board (B) Epoxy River Serving Board (B) Starts: 9:30 am Ends: October 10, 2026 - 1:30 pm Description: Looking to learn the basics of wood and epoxy river projects? Look no farther! The amazing two-session event will teach you the basics – beginning to end – of how to create an eye popping walnut and epoxy river serving board! https://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/home_and_lifestyle_series/epoxy_river_serving_board/ More details... •
11 Elegant Table (A) Elegant Table (A) Starts: 10:00 am Ends: October 11, 2026 - 6:00 pm Description: Most will never believe that a table with such gorgeous lines and elegant details can be built in just two days, but this amazing class does exactly that! From the tapered legs to the beaded apron, from the back-beveled top to the inset shelf, this table in your home or office will blow you away every single time you see it. Students receive training on and enjoy two full days of hands-on use of all of the key woodshop equipment for furniture making including the jointer, planer, table saw and router! Whether you just want a fun 2-day experience or a longer-term hobby in woodworking, this class is an absolute must-take! http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/home_and_lifestyle_series/elegant_table/ More details... •	12 CLOSED CLOSED Starts: 12:00 am Ends: October 12, 2026 - 11:59 pm More details... •	13	14	15 Cutting Board Cutting Board Starts: 6:30 pm Ends: October 15, 2026 - 9:30 pm Description: Love gorgeous, hand-made kitchen accessories? Want to enjoy the sights, sounds, smells and feel of a pro-grade woodshop? This is the perfect class for you! In just one fun, quick session you’ll make from complete scratch your own gorgeous hardwood cutting board from premium quarter sawn mahogany! This class uses the creation of the cutting board to teach students the fundamentals of woodworking. Enjoy hands-on work with the jointer, planer, table saw, bandsaw, router table, plunge router and orbital sander! This class gives you a truly pro-grade experience AND you leave with your own hand-made cutting board! https://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/home_and_lifestyle_series/custom_cutting_board/ More details... •	16	17 Cutting Board Cutting Board Starts: 10:00 am Ends: October 17, 2026 - 1:00 pm Description: Love gorgeous, hand-made kitchen accessories? Want to enjoy the sights, sounds, smells and feel of a pro-grade woodshop? This is the perfect class for you! In just one fun, quick session you’ll make from complete scratch your own gorgeous hardwood cutting board from premium quarter sawn mahogany! This class uses the creation of the cutting board to teach students the fundamentals of woodworking. Enjoy hands-on work with the jointer, planer, table saw, bandsaw, router table, plunge router and orbital sander! This class gives you a truly pro-grade experience AND you leave with your own hand-made cutting board! https://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/home_and_lifestyle_series/custom_cutting_board/ More details... Safety Certification Safety Certification Starts: 10:00 am Ends: October 17, 2026 - 6:00 pm Description: http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/membership/ More details... • •
18 Elegant Table (B) Elegant Table (B) Starts: 10:00 am Ends: October 18, 2026 - 6:00 pm Description: Most will never believe that a table with such gorgeous lines and elegant details can be built in just two days, but this amazing class does exactly that! From the tapered legs to the beaded apron, from the back-beveled top to the inset shelf, this table in your home or office will blow you away every single time you see it. Students receive training on and enjoy two full days of hands-on use of all of the key woodshop equipment for furniture making including the jointer, planer, table saw and router! Whether you just want a fun 2-day experience or a longer-term hobby in woodworking, this class is an absolute must-take! http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/home_and_lifestyle_series/elegant_table/ More details... •	19 CLOSED CLOSED Starts: 12:00 am Ends: October 19, 2026 - 11:59 pm More details... •	20	21	22	23	24 Express Shop Intro - Box Express Shop Intro - Box Starts: 10:00 am Ends: October 24, 2026 - 6:00 pm Description: Not sure how to begin your woodworking journey, or ready to turn your interest into real hands-on experience? The Express Woodshop Introduction: A Beautiful Box is the perfect place to start! In this fun, action-packed class, you’ll experience the thrill of starting with rough premium African Mahogany lumber and transforming it into a stunning hinged-lid, mitered keepsake box you’ll be proud to take home. Along the way, you’ll get hands-on experience with a full lineup of professional-grade woodworking tools, including the jointer, planer, table saw, router table and more. Designed 100% for beginners, this class gives you an exciting introduction to how a real woodshop works while building a strong foundation of woodworking skills and confidence. You’ll learn, create, and leave with something beautiful—and we’re not sure which you’ll enjoy more: the finished box or the experience of making it! http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/essentials_series/express_woodshop_introduction/ More details... Turn a Lidded Box! Turn a Lidded Box! Starts: 10:00 am Ends: October 24, 2026 - 1:30 pm Description: There’s something especially satisfying about creating a beautiful wooden box with a perfectly fitted lid entirely on the lathe! In this fun and engaging class you’ll learn the fundamentals of spindle turning while creating a one-of-a-kind hardwood lidded box that is both functional and beautiful. From wood selection and grain orientation to hollowing techniques, lid fitting and final finishing, you’ll learn the essential skills and techniques that go into making these elegant turned containers. Throughout the class we focus heavily on safety, proper tool usage and turning technique, and in the intimate setting of a small class you’ll receive plenty of individual attention and guidance. By the end of the session you’ll leave with a completed hardwood lidded box that’s perfect for storing jewelry, keepsakes or other small treasures — and the skills and confidence to continue exploring the exciting world of woodturning! https://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/turning_series/lidded_box/ More details... • •
25 Bowl Turning Bowl Turning Starts: 1:30 pm Ends: October 25, 2026 - 5:00 pm Description: In this quick, fun and affordable single-evening class you will learn how to turn a bowl, from wood selection through final finishing, and everything in between. http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/turning_series/bowl_turning/ More details... Cutting Board Cutting Board Starts: 1:30 pm Ends: October 25, 2026 - 4:30 pm Description: Love gorgeous, hand-made kitchen accessories? Want to enjoy the sights, sounds, smells and feel of a pro-grade woodshop? This is the perfect class for you! In just one fun, quick session you’ll make from complete scratch your own gorgeous hardwood cutting board from premium quarter sawn mahogany! This class uses the creation of the cutting board to teach students the fundamentals of woodworking. Enjoy hands-on work with the jointer, planer, table saw, bandsaw, router table, plunge router and orbital sander! This class gives you a truly pro-grade experience AND you leave with your own hand-made cutting board! https://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/home_and_lifestyle_series/custom_cutting_board/ More details... • •	26 CLOSED CLOSED Starts: 12:00 am Ends: October 26, 2026 - 11:59 pm More details... •	27 Picture Framing Picture Framing Starts: 6:30 pm Ends: October 27, 2026 - 9:30 pm Description: Picture framing at home seems like it should be simple, right? But why do the corners never seem to fit together perfectly unless done by a pro framing shop? We'll teach you how to build and use a jig for any home table saw that will create perfect home-made picture frames! We'll also teach you how to use a router table to create gorgeous custom frame profiles with two different profiles from which students can choose. Lastly, you'll learn with us techniques for creating stronger miter joints on your future personal projects like using biscuits or splines! Leave with a gorgeous 11x14 solid hardwood picture frame! http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/home_and_lifestyle_series/picture_framing/ More details... •	28 Bowl Turning Bowl Turning Starts: 6:30 pm Ends: October 28, 2026 - 10:00 pm Description: In this quick, fun and affordable single-evening class you will learn how to turn a bowl, from wood selection through final finishing, and everything in between. http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/turning_series/bowl_turning/ More details... Table Saw Basics Table Saw Basics Starts: 6:45 pm Ends: October 28, 2026 - 9:45 pm Description: The table saw is arguably the most versatile and useful tool in modern woodworking. Learning how to use the table saw productively and safely is an absolute must for all beginners -- and even for those of you who are self taught and need the basics. Join us for a fun and hands-on 3 hour class on fundamental table saw use and safety. We'll teach you about safety, table saw blades, how to make rip, cross, mitered, rabbet and dado cuts. All class long you will be learning on SawStop brand table saws -- the safest saw in the world that stops if skin contact is made with the blade! In class you will learn a wide array of techniques while making a very simple yet well constructed small box that has universal lessons for building cabinets, bookshelves, drawers, etc. Learning the table saw is a must for even beginner hobbyist and this class is the class for you! http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/tools_and_techniques_series/tablesaw_1/ More details... • •	29	30	31 Women's Shop Intro! Women's Shop Intro! Starts: 9:30 am Ends: October 31, 2026 - 5:00 pm Description: Whoever says that woodshops are just for guys has never been to Philadelphia Woodworks! Come enjoy a women-only full introduction to a professional-grade woodshop with our woodworking experts. Using our lathes, jointer, planter, table saws, bandsaws, router tables and sanders you will create a full complement of gorgeous projects for your home. Perfect for some mother-daughter bonding or just some time with the girls! http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/home_and_lifestyle_series/woodworking_for_women/ More details... Peppermill Turning Peppermill Turning Starts: 10:00 am Ends: October 31, 2026 - 1:30 pm Description: Ready to be amazed how quickly you can create a gorgeous wooden pepper or salt mill on a lathe? In this fun and affordable single-session class you will learn the basics of spindle turning and how to create a stunning, one-of-a-kind 8″ tall premium hardwood mill! Throughout the class we will focus heavily on setup, safety and proper tool usage, and the best part is that you will leave with a beautiful wood mill for salt or pepper in your hands to display and use proudly! http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/turning_series/peppermill/ More details... • •

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