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BARN member:  $11
Non-member:    $20
One two-hour class

Portable power tools can accomplish a lot -- if you know how to use them safely and efficiently. This class, part of the BARN Woodshop’s Woodworking 101 series, introduces you to circular saws, hand-held drills, and biscuit joiners (aka biscuit cutters).

The instructor will go over basic safety rules and demonstrate how to use the tools, and then each student will cut pieces for a panel and assemble them using biscuits and dowels. The goal is to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed for safe, independent use of these tools.

No experience is necessary, but before the class, students should read the safety information that will be emailed to registrants. There will be a $10 materials fee, payable to the instructor at the class.

This class can be taken independently or in combination with other classes in the Woodworking 101 series. 

NOTE: The first six people to sign up will be able to participate at the date and time listed. Additional sections will be added if demand warrants. Please email if the class is full and you would like to be on a list for the next class.

INSTRUCTOR: Dave Whitacre moved to Bainbridge last year after he retired after as a petroleum engineer in Alaska. Woodworking has been his hobby for the past 40-plus years. He's enjoyed designing and building traditional-styled furniture and hopes to broaden his skills and techniques now that he has more time to devote to the craft.

Dave Kircher will assist in this class.