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Intro to Woodworking w/Erik: Make & Take a Cutting Board!

When
September 05, 2026
10:00 - 16:00
Location
1936 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
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Registration

General ticket – $140.00
HackPGH Discounted Ticket – $130.00
Discounted ticket for HackPGH members
Minor Child Ticket with Parent NOT Participating – $130.00
Select this option if you are a parent or guardian of a child taking this class, but you do NOT plan on making your own separate board. You and your child will work together on the same project. This option requires you to fill out the contact information for the "guest" minor. Upon arrival, you must complete our Minor Waiver before participating in any class activities. Thank you! Members & Non-Members pay same price for this option.
Minor Child Ticket with Parent/Guardian Participating – $250.00
Choose this option if you would like to take this class alongside your child; Both of you will go home with your own project. This option allows you to register both you and your child as a guest. You will need to complete a minor waiver at HackPGH before participating in any class activities! Members and Non-Members pay the same price for this discounted option.

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This beginner woodworking class will educate students on basic concepts and safe use of wood shop equipment, while crafting a beautiful and custom wooden cutting or bread board from a selection of hardwoods. Students will leave with an understanding and safety training on the following equipment and skills:

Table, Band, & Miter Saws
Planer
Jointer
Palm Sander
Using wood glue and clamps
Applying finish
Router/Router Cabinet (optional)
Drill press (optional)

Structure: This class will have one group session, where the entire cohort will work through constructing their boards step by step with help from the instructor. Students will have the option of creating a cutting board from one piece of wood or doing a "glue-up" from multiple strips of different hardwoods. There will be a one-hour lunch break near the middle of the day for a takeout lunch, so please contact us with any allergies or dietary restrictions. The instructor will offer one optional "office hour" session by appointment to aid students with their projects and provide further guidance.

Date and time: Saturday, September 5th from 10:00am to 4:00pm

Instructor Office Hours: Optional and by appointment.

Prerequisites: No woodworking experience needed. All supplies and safety equipment will be provided. Please wear closed-toed shoes, remove any dangling jewelry, and tie back long hair for your safety. Wear comfortable, warm clothing that you don't mind getting dusty.

Age requirement: 16+, minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Adults who want to make their own board alongside their child should choose the discounted "Minor Child Ticket with Parent Participating" option. Please email us at info (at) hackpittsburgh (dot) org for more information!

Instructor: Erik G

Cost: $140 for non-members, $130 for HackPGH members.

No-shows will NOT be refunded.
Payment is due at time of registration. If we do not receive your payment within four days of the class, your registration will be canceled.
If you wish to pay with cash or check, you must contact us at info (at) hackpittsburgh (dot) org to make payment arrangements.
If you need to cancel, please contact HackPGH at least 72 hours before the class date!

Class Size: 4 people