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    • 08/23/2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Red Mountain Makers - Woodshop
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    Get introduced to the beautiful craft of woodworking by making your own cutting board!  You will choose from a variety of designs composed of different native hardwoods, learn proper assembling, gluing, sanding and finishing techniques and will be taught how to correctly use thickness planer and orbital sander.

    After this 3-hour course, you will bring home a stylish ~ 8.5" x 11" handmade board that you can show off to your friends and family. Choose your design from these beautiful options:


    What to wear: You must dress safely and appropriately. Arrive for class in long pants, and closed-toe, closed-heel shoes with socks that protect up to the ankle. Long sleeves should be avoided if possible and rolled up if necessary. Long hair must be tied back and dangly necklaces, earrings or other accessories shall be removed before starting the class. Additional protective gear will be provided as needed.

    About the InstructorTerry Tingle is the president of the Alabama Woodturners Association and is a member of The American Association of Woodturners. Terry has been doing woodworking since 2014, and has taught students how to create cutting board designs, cut segments, glue and use a variety of clamps, and how to use planers and orbital sanders, and how to use the right finishes to preserve cutting boards. Terry is knowledgeable and experienced in making long grain, edge grain, and end grain cutting boards. He especially enjoys seeing the expression of a student who has just learned how to make something that looks great and is so useful. And cutting boards make great gifts!

    Age: there are no age restrictions to the class, though minors must be supervised by a guardian at all times. Please read carefully the disclaimers and guidelines and contact us with any questions or concerns. 

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    • 08/25/2025
    • 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • Red Mountain Makers - Woodshop
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    Learn the beautiful craft of pen-turning! In this introductory course to wood turning, you'll be shown how to turn a beautiful wooden pen on the lathe.

    Over a couple of hours, you'll produce a gorgeous piece that is a perfect present for a dear one (or for yourself!) and learn the basics of woodturning, safety behind the lathe and its operations, as well as the different gouges to use in the process. Affectionately dubbed the "Cigar Pen,” this big body pen never gets lost on a desktop or in a purse. The large body fits comfortably in your hand for easy writing. The Cigar Pen features a high-quality, long-lasting mechanism and a durable finish. This kit utilizes a Parker style refill and a premium double twist mechanism for flawless smooth action. Excellent gift for any man in your life. Also easier to hold for people with arthritis. This pen comes in Chrome, Gold, or Black.

    For a little bit fancier pen, make the Ultra Cigar pen with a “Maple Burl” pen blank for just $20.00 more:


    About the Instructor: Terry Tingle is the president of the Alabama Woodturners Association and is a member of The American Association of Woodturners. Terry has been teaching students how to turn pens for years, some of whom have had their exhibitions in Art and Craft Shows throughout Alabama, including Mentone.

    What to wear: You must dress safely and appropriately. Arrive for class in long pants, and closed-toe, closed-heel shoes with socks that protect up to the ankle. Long sleeves should be avoided if possible and rolled up if necessary. Long hair must be tied back and dangly necklaces, earrings or other accessories shall be removed before starting the class. Additional protective gear will be provided as needed. Masks may be required depending on circumstances.

    Age: there are no age restrictions to the class, though minors must be supervised by a guardian at all times. Please read carefully the disclaimers and guidelines and contact us with any questions or concerns. 

    Refund and Cancellation Policy 





Past events

08/18/2025 Turn an Acrylic Pen
08/11/2025 Turn an Elegant "Baron" Fountain Pen or Roller Ball Pen
08/04/2025 Turn a Wooden Pen
07/28/2025 Turn an Acrylic Pen
07/26/2025 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
07/21/2025 Turn a Wooden Pen
07/07/2025 Turn a Wooden Pen
06/30/2025 Turn a Wooden Cigar Pen
06/28/2025 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
06/23/2025 Turn an Acrylic Pen
06/16/2025 Turn an Elegant "Baron" Fountain Pen or Roller Ball Pen
05/26/2025 Turn a Wooden Cigar Pen
05/24/2025 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
05/19/2025 Turn an Acrylic Pen
05/12/2025 Turn an Elegant "Baron" Fountain Pen or Roller Ball Pen
05/10/2025 AWA Class Series: Turn an Ikebana Vase
05/05/2025 Turn a Wooden Pen
04/28/2025 Turn a Wooden Cigar Pen
04/26/2025 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
04/21/2025 Turn an Acrylic Pen
04/19/2025 Turn a Wooden Twig Vase
04/15/2025 Turn an Elegant "Baron" Fountain Pen or Roller Ball Pen
04/12/2025 AWA Class Series: Turn a Spin Top Box
04/07/2025 Turn a Wooden Pen
03/22/2025 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
03/17/2025 Turn an Acrylic Pen
03/10/2025 Turn an Elegant "Baron" Fountain Pen or Roller Ball Pen
03/03/2025 Turn a Wooden Pen
02/22/2025 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
02/17/2025 Turn an Acrylic Pen
02/15/2025 Turn a Wooden Twig Vase
02/10/2025 Learn to Make an Elegant Hand-crafted “Baron” Fountain Pen
02/03/2025 Turn a Wooden Pen
01/25/2025 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
01/20/2025 Learn to Make an Elegant Hand-crafted “Baron” Fountain Pen
01/18/2025 Turn a Wooden Twig Vase
01/13/2025 Turn an Acrylic Pen
01/06/2025 Turn a Wooden Pen
12/19/2024 Learn to Make an Elegant Hand-crafted “Baron” Fountain Pen
12/16/2024 Turn a Wooden Pen
12/14/2024 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
12/12/2024 Learn to Make an Elegant Hand-crafted “Baron” Fountain Pen
12/09/2024 Turn a Wooden Pen
12/07/2024 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
12/05/2024 Learn to Make an Elegant Hand-crafted “Baron” Fountain Pen
12/02/2024 Turn a Wooden Pen
12/01/2024 Intro to Woodworking: Build a Simple Stool
11/30/2024 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
11/23/2024 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
11/21/2024 Learn to Make an Elegant Hand-crafted “Baron” Fountain Pen
11/16/2024 Turn wooden Christmas Ornaments
11/07/2024 Learn to Make an Elegant Hand-crafted “Baron” Fountain Pen
11/04/2024 Turn a Wooden Pen
11/02/2024 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
10/26/2024 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
10/21/2024 Turn an Acrylic Pen
10/19/2024 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
10/16/2024 Learn to Make an Elegant Hand-crafted “Baron” Fountain Pen 
10/12/2024 Alabama Woodturners Association Meeting With Four Demonstrations
10/09/2024 Learn to Make an Elegant Hand-crafted “Baron” Fountain Pen 
10/07/2024 Turn a Wooden Pen
10/05/2024 Turn a Wooden Bowl
09/28/2024 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
09/26/2024 Learn to Make an Elegant Hand-crafted “Baron” Fountain Pen
09/24/2024 Tool Teaching Tuesdays: Woodshop
09/21/2024 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
09/19/2024 Learn to Make an Elegant Hand-crafted “Baron” Fountain Pen
09/16/2024 Turn a Wooden Pen
09/14/2024 AWA Class Series: Turn a Wooden Sphere
08/24/2024 Intro to Woodworking: Build a Carpenters Tool Tote
08/22/2024 Learn to Make an Elegant Hand-crafted “Baron” Fountain Pen
08/19/2024 Turn a Wooden Pen
08/17/2024 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
07/30/2024 Tool Teaching Tuesdays: Woodshop Edition
07/20/2024 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
07/18/2024 Learn to Make an Elegant Hand-crafted “Baron” Fountain Pen
07/15/2024 Turn a Wooden Pen
06/20/2024 Learn to Make an Elegant Hand-crafted “Baron” Fountain Pen
06/17/2024 Turn a Wooden Pen
06/15/2024 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
06/08/2024 AWA Class Series: Turn a Pen in Acrylic
05/20/2024 Turn a Wooden Pen
05/18/2024 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
05/16/2024 Learn to Make an Elegant Hand-crafted “Baron” Fountain Pen
05/11/2024 AWA Class Series: Turn a Pen in Acrylic
05/04/2024 Turn a Wooden Goblet
04/20/2024 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
04/16/2024 Turn a Wooden Bowl
04/15/2024 Turn a Wooden Pen
04/13/2024 AWA Class Series:Learn to Turn an Egg Sculpture
04/06/2024 Turn a Wooden Bowl
03/21/2024 Learn to Make an Elegant Hand-crafted “Baron” Fountain Pen
03/18/2024 Turn a Wooden Pen
03/16/2024 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
03/09/2024 AWA Class Series: Two Part Hollow Form
03/02/2024 *New Class* Turn a Wooden Twig Vase
02/22/2024 Learn to Make an Elegant Hand-crafted “Baron” Fountain Pen
02/19/2024 Turn a Wooden Pen
02/17/2024 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
02/10/2024 AWA Class Series: Bowl Gouge Technique
01/25/2024 Learn to Make an Elegant Hand-crafted “Baron” Fountain Pen
01/22/2024 Turn a Wooden Pen
01/06/2024 Turn a Wooden Bowl
12/19/2023 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
12/16/2023 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
12/13/2023 Learn to Make an Elegant Hand-crafted “Baron” Fountain Pen
12/12/2023 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
12/11/2023 Turn a Wooden Pen
12/04/2023 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
12/02/2023 Turn a Wooden Bowl
11/20/2023 Turn a Wooden Pen
11/18/2023 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
11/16/2023 Learn to Make an Elegant Hand-crafted “Baron” Fountain Pen
11/04/2023 Turn a Wooden Christmas Ornament
10/26/2023 Learn to Make an Elegant Hand-crafted “Baron” Fountain Pen
10/23/2023 Turn a Wooden Pen
10/21/2023 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
10/21/2023 Turn a Wooden Bowl
10/14/2023 AWA Class Series: Incorporating a Celtic Knot
09/21/2023 Learn to Make an Elegant Hand-crafted “Baron” Fountain Pen
09/18/2023 Turn a Wooden Pen
09/16/2023 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
09/16/2023 Turn a Wooden Candle Holder
09/09/2023 AWA Class Series: What's Next in Spindle Turning
08/24/2023 Summer Series: Intro to Woodworking
08/22/2023 Summer Series: Woodshop Basics
08/21/2023 Turn a Wooden Pen
08/19/2023 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
08/12/2023 AWA Class Series Presentation
07/27/2023 Learn to Make an Elegant Hand-crafted “Baron” Fountain Pen
07/24/2023 Turn a Wooden Pen
07/22/2023 Turn a Wooden Bowl
07/15/2023 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
07/08/2023 AWA Class Series - Cowboy Hat Ornamanet
06/19/2023 Turn a Wooden Pen
06/17/2023 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
06/10/2023 AWA Class Series Natural Edge Bowl
05/20/2023 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
05/13/2023 AWA Class Series - Make a Gonk
04/17/2023 Turn a Wooden Pen
04/15/2023 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
04/08/2023 Learning How to Make Smoother Cuts with Gouges
03/19/2023 Turn a Wooden Pen
03/19/2023 Turn a Wooden Pen
03/18/2023 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
03/11/2023 AWA Class Series Turn a Wooden Pen
03/04/2023 Turn a Wooden Candle Holder
02/27/2023 Turn a Wooden Pen
02/26/2023 Turn a Wooden Candle Holder
02/25/2023 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
02/18/2023 Bottle Opener or Bottle Stopper
02/12/2023 Turn a Wooden Bowl
02/11/2023 AWA Class Series: Bottle Opener or Stopper
02/04/2023 Turn a Wooden Bowl
02/02/2023 Team Building Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
01/28/2023 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
01/21/2023 Bottle Opener or Bottle Stopper
01/14/2023 AWA Class Series: Beaded Bowl
01/03/2023 Turn a Wooden Pen
12/19/2022 Turn a Wooden Pen
12/17/2022 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
12/09/2022 Making a Wooden Stove Top Cover
12/04/2022 Turn wooden Christmas Ornaments
12/03/2022 Turn wooden Christmas Ornaments
11/21/2022 Turn a Wooden Pen
11/19/2022 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
11/12/2022 AWA Class Series - Miniature Bird House Ornament
11/05/2022 Turn a wooden bowl
10/24/2022 Turn a Wooden Pen
10/22/2022 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
10/16/2022 Wood Turning a Letter Opener Handle
10/15/2022 Turn a wooden Vase or Goblet
10/08/2022 AWA CLASS SERIES: TURKEY CALLS AND WOOD PENS
09/26/2022 Turn a Wooden Pen
09/17/2022 Turn a wooden bowl
09/09/2022 TBD - Cutting Boards 201 - Intermediate Woodworking
09/03/2022 Bottle Opener or Bottle Stopper
08/27/2022 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
08/22/2022 Turn a Wooden Pen
08/20/2022 Turn a Flower Vase
08/13/2022 AWA Class - Sharpening Woodturning Tools
07/25/2022 Turn a Wooden Pen
07/09/2022 AWA Class - Turn a Bowl With a Fluted Rim
06/29/2022 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
06/20/2022 Turn a Wooden Pen
06/11/2022 AWA Class - Christmas Ornaments
06/08/2022 Woodturning for Beginners - Face Grain
06/06/2022 Turn a Wooden Pen
06/01/2022 Woodturning for Beginners - Long Grain
05/23/2022 Turn a Wooden Pen
05/14/2022 AWA Class: Turning a Bowl
05/09/2022 Turn a Wooden Pen
04/25/2022 Turn a Wooden Pen
04/23/2022 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
04/16/2022 Cutting Boards 201 - Intermediate Woodworking
04/11/2022 Turn a Wooden Pen
04/09/2022 AWA Class: Resin Casting for Turning Pens
04/06/2022 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
03/28/2022 Turn a Wooden Pen
03/19/2022 Build an Adirondack Chair
03/12/2022 AWA Class - Focus on the Skew Chisel
03/12/2022 Cutting Boards for Beginners 101
03/05/2022 Cutting Boards II - Intermediate Woodworking
03/03/2022 Woodturning for Beginners
02/16/2022 Cutting Boards for Beginners
02/12/2022 AWA Practice Session - Texturing and Spiraling
02/12/2022 AWA Monthly Meeting + Live Demo
01/15/2022 Cutting Boards for Beginners
12/15/2021 Cutting Boards for Beginners
12/11/2021 Cutting Boards II - Intermediate Woodworking
11/12/2021 Cutting Boards for Beginners
10/27/2021 Intro to Woodworking - Cutting Boards I
10/23/2021 Cutting Boards II
09/14/2021 Turn a Wooden Pen
09/13/2021 Intro to Woodworking - Cutting Boards I
09/12/2021 Intro to Woodworking - Cutting Boards I
09/07/2021 Turn a Wooden Pen
08/28/2021 Cutting Boards II
08/14/2021 Intro to Woodworking - Cutting Boards I
07/17/2021 Cutting Boards II
07/11/2021 Intro to Woodworking - Cutting Boards I
06/27/2021 Intro to Woodworking - Cutting Boards I
03/20/2021 Wood Turning a Letter Opener Handle (2 hour session)
03/20/2021 Wood Turning a Letter Opener Handle (2 hour session)
03/20/2021 Wood Turning a Letter Opener Handle (2 hour session)

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