Nor-Cal Woodturners upcoming events

2 Day Pyrography Workshop (September 26, 2026)

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT

This comprehensive two day workshop will provide the information you will need to embellish your woodturnings utilizing pyrography as well as provide an opportunity develop story boards and practice various techniques. We’ll cover types of burning equipment, other necessary tools, making nibs, wood selection for burning, wood preparation, safety gear, design considerations, how to burn, incorporating color, and sealing your work.

Please bring a wood burner (if you have one), a couple of small turned pieces to burn with a functioning tenon/mortise, and mask or respirator. You will also want to bring a lunch and beverages. Sample boards will be provided.

Nor-Cal Monthly Meeting (October 27, 2026)

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 01:30:00 GMT

Each month on the 4th Tuesday at 6:30 pm we have a monthly meeting (except November and December). We have a demonstration on woodturning, "show and tell" where members share what they have been working on, and a "President's Challenge" where members make something special each month. There is also plenty of good company.

No need to sign up, just come to the Veterans Hall. Bring something you've turned to share with the group. You can also bring items to donate to the Raffle if you have something in your shop you don't need anymore.

Hope to see you there!

Holiday Party (December 01, 2026)

Wed, 02 Dec 2026 02:30:00 GMT

Holiday Party

We'll be meeting at the Veteran's Hall to share some holiday cheer on Tuesday, December 1st at 6:30 pm. We thought it would be more fun to eat together again, but no potluck this time. The board will be providing dinner, come hungry!

Register here so we know how much food and how many tables and chairs to set up, thanks!

As usual, we'll have our gift exchange. Please bring something you turned yourself. For those who haven't participated before, don't be intimidated. It doesn't need to be an incredible piece of art, just something nice you made, no matter your skill level. You don't need to wrap it, each turning will be placed in a gift bag. Gifts are not required, but it makes it more fun if you bring something.