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Events in California

2008 Artistry in Wood
  When: Jul 12, 2008 through Aug 31, 2008 , 12:00 AM till 12:00 AM
  URL:  http://www.sonomawoodworkers.com/
  Venue URL:  Sonoma County Museum
 
  Contact Info   Description:
The Sonoma County Woodworkers Association is now calling for pieces for the 2008 Artistry in Wood show, which will open on July 12th. The show is open to all woodworkers. This is the 20th show at the Sonoma County Museum in Santa Rosa, CA. We are seeking entries in the following categories:

1. Furniture - traditional, contemporary, reproductions, accessories, and art furniture,
2. Turning - face and center work
3. Architectural - millwork, doors, stairs, etc.
4. Art - sculpture, carvings, intarsia, marquetry, veneering
5. Miscellany- musical instruments, tools, toys, treen

The deadline for pieces is Monday, July 7th.
  Contact: Art Hofmann
  Contact Email: art@sonic.net
  Contact Phone: (707) 542-9767
  Venue Info
  Venue: Sonoma County Museum
  Venue Phone: 707-579-1500
  Venue Address: 425 7th Street Santa Rosa, California 95401

2008 Fall Seminar
  When: Sep 12, 2008 through Sep 14, 2008 , 06:00 PM till 03:00 PM
  URL:  http://www.sdfwa.org/2008%20seminar%20flyer.pdf
  Venue URL:  San Diego School for Creative & Performing Arts
 
  Contact Info   Description:
Each year the San Diego Fine Woodworking Association sponsors a fall seminar featuring a well-known and published woodworker lecturing and demonstrating woodworking techniques. This year we are pleased to announce Robert Lang who will lecture on design and construction while building a sideboard in the craftsman style. A barbequed lunch each full day and one of his books are included, as part of the admission price along with breakfast/continual daily refreshments and at each break door prizes will be given out. The price for all this is the best deal to be found anywhere in the woodworking world ($90 for SDFWA Members and $115 for non-members (includes 2008 membership with all of its discount benefits).

Seating is limited, so sign up early!
  Contact: Ed Gladney
  Contact Email: gladney@san.rr.com
  Contact Phone: 858-484-4366
  Venue Info
  Venue: San Diego School for Creative & Performing Arts
  Venue Phone: 858-484-4366
  Venue Address: 2425 Dusk Street San Diego , California 92139

Events in Massachusetts

Traditional Timber Framing
  When: Sep 24, 2008 through Sep 28, 2008 , 12:00 AM till 12:00 AM
 
  Contact Info   Description:
Workshop: Traditional Timber Framing with Jack Sobon and Dave Carlon, September 24- 28, 2008

  Contact: Jack Sobon
  Contact Email: dcarlon01@aol.com
  Contact Phone: 413-684-3612
  Venue Info
  Venue: Hancock Shaker Village
  Venue Phone:
  Venue Address: Hancock, Massachusetts

Woodworks - Massachusetts
  When: Jan 9, 2009 through Jan 11, 2009 , 03:00 PM till 03:00 PM
  URL:  http://www.woodworksevents.com/home_ma.shtml
  Venue URL:  Eastern States Exposition
 
  Contact Info   Description:
WoodWorks shows are public woodworking events, handcrafted to satisfy woodworkers of all skill levels.

At WoodWorks you can interact with and learn from woodworking experts from around the world, see and purchase new tools, supplies and equipment from leading manufacturers and inventors, network with other woodworkers, or wander through inspiring galleries of fine work.

In addition to continuous, entertaining, inspiring and educational floor demonstrations, you may also register for a broad selection of seminars or hands-on workshops given by some of the best woodworking pros and authors in the industry.

To encourage carpooling, this season we are offering our New “Green Pass”. Order four or more general admission passes online and save $4 per ticket.
  Contact: Judy Frank
  Contact Email: judy@woodworksevents.com
  Contact Phone: 215-862-7157
  Venue Info
  Venue: Eastern States Exposition
  Venue Phone: 413-737-2443
  Venue Address: 1305 Memorial Ave. West Springfield, Massachusetts 01089

Events in Michigan

It Grows On Trees-II
  When: Jun 25, 2008 through Sep 27, 2008 , 12:00 AM till 12:00 AM
  URL:  http://www.riversidearts.org/woodshow.htm
 
  Contact Info   Description:
"It Grows On Trees-II" is a woodworking competition open to people from all of Michigan and from northern OH, northern IN, and northern IL (the emerald ash borer area). "It Grows On Trees-II" encourages the use of ash and salvaged/local wood, but is not limited to those timbers. $1200 in cash prizes, in several categories. Juried, travelling exhibit will be shown in 3 or more Michigan locations, June--Sept 2008. Entry deadline April 30.
  Contact: michiganwoodart@gtlakes.com
  Contact Email: michiganwoodart@gtlakes.com
  Contact Phone:
  Venue Info
  Venue:
  Venue Phone:
  Venue Address: , Michigan

Woodworks - Michigan
  When: Dec 12, 2008 through Dec 14, 2008 , 03:00 PM till 03:00 PM
  URL:  http://www.woodworksevents.com/home_mi.shtml
  Venue URL:  Rock Financial Showplace – Hall A
 
  Contact Info   Description:
WoodWorks shows are public woodworking events, handcrafted to satisfy woodworkers of all skill levels.

At WoodWorks you can interact with and learn from woodworking experts from around the world, see and purchase new tools, supplies and equipment from leading manufacturers and inventors, network with other woodworkers, or wander through inspiring galleries of fine work.

In addition to continuous, entertaining, inspiring and educational floor demonstrations, you may also register for a broad selection of seminars or hands-on workshops given by some of the best woodworking pros and authors in the industry.

To encourage carpooling, this season we are offering our New “Green Pass”. Order four or more general admission passes online and save $4 per ticket.
  Contact: Judy Frank
  Contact Email: judy@woodworksevents.com
  Contact Phone: 215-862-7157
  Venue Info
  Venue: Rock Financial Showplace – Hall A
  Venue Phone: P: 248-348-5600
  Venue Address: 46100 Grand River Ave. Novi, Michigan 48374

Events in New Hampshire

NH Furniture Masters Association Annual Auction
  When: Oct 26, 2008 through Oct 26, 2008 , 04:30 PM till 09:00 PM
  URL:  http://www.furnituremasters.org
  Venue URL:  Wentworth-by-the-Sea Hotel
 
  Contact Info   Description:
Doors open at 3:30 p.m. for a “Meet the Masters” preview.  Silent auction begins at 4:30 p.m.

Tickets to the event are $75 per person and entitle the holder to attend the gala reception and auction and receive a 2008, four-color commemorative auction catalogue.
  Contact: Lori Mirazita
  Contact Email: lmirazita@comcast.net
  Contact Phone: (603) 898-0242
  Venue Info
  Venue: Wentworth-by-the-Sea Hotel
  Venue Phone: (603) 422-7322
  Venue Address: 588 Wentworth Rd. New Castle, New Hampshire 03854

Events in New Mexico

ECHO Chain Saw Carving Series Championship
  When: Oct 4, 2008 through Oct 5, 2008 , 12:00 AM till 12:00 AM
  URL:  http://www.echo-usa.com/carvingseries
  Venue URL:  Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
 
  Contact Info   Description:
This year’s Championship will be opening weekend (October 4 & 5) at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta®, with auction proceeds from completed sculptures benefiting the Make A Wish® Foundation of New Mexico. This year promises to be an exciting time at the Fiesta in that the Championship weekend will also host the Gordon Bennett International Gas Balloon Race and the Americas Gas Balloon Challenge.

The 2008 ECHO Championship carving theme will follow the Balloon Fiesta’s theme, “Launching Dreams,” which also correlates well with the Make a Wish® Foundation’s mission. The carvers will have a total of 20 hours to compete their pieces. They will be judged on Sunday and immediately auctioned on site.
  Contact: Barb Gora
  Contact Email: barb_gora@echo-usa.com
  Contact Phone: 847-550-2142
  Venue Info
  Venue: Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
  Venue Phone: 1-888-422-7277
  Venue Address: 4401 Alameda Place NE Albuquerque, New Mexico 87113

Events in New York

Mid-Hudson Woodworkers Show
  When: Sep 27, 2008 through Sep 27, 2008 , 10:00 AM till 05:00 PM
  URL:  http://www.midhudsonwoodworkers.org/
  Venue URL:  Hurley Reformed Church
 
  Contact Info   Description:
·Displays of fine woodworking items · Demonstrations of woodworking techniques · Children’s Workshop: make a free tool tote · Raffle of selected fine woodworking items
  Contact: Peter Chast
  Contact Email: pchast@francomm.com
  Contact Phone:
  Venue Info
  Venue: Hurley Reformed Church
  Venue Phone:
  Venue Address: 11 Main St Hurley, New York 12443

12th Annual Craft As Art Festival
  When: Oct 11, 2008 through Oct 13, 2008 , 11:00 AM till 06:00 PM
  URL:  http://www.craftsatlincoln.org/Craft_As_Art_Festival/craft_as_art_festival.html
  Venue URL:  Nassau County Museum of Art
 
  Contact Info   Description:
100 Juried craft displays selected from every region of the United States. Continuous entertainment, craft demonstrations, exotic and natural foods.
Ample free parking.
  Contact: Raya Zafrina
  Contact Email: acacinfo@gmail.com
  Contact Phone:
  Venue Info
  Venue: Nassau County Museum of Art
  Venue Phone:
  Venue Address: 1 Museum Drive Roslyn Harbor, New York

Events in Ohio

Spray Finishing Training
  When: Sep 10, 2008 through Sep 12, 2008 , 08:30 AM till 04:00 PM
  URL:  https://www.owens.edu/workforce_cs/seminars.html
  Venue URL:  Owens Community College
 
  Contact Info   Description:
Devilbiss, Binks, and Owens Community College have teamed up to present a Spray Finishing Technology Workshop. This three-day intensive training program is scheduled for September 10-12 2008, in Toledo, Ohio. Classes meet from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm daily and include both classroom and hands-on sessions. Two Continuing Education Units are awarded. Attendees should be involved with industrial, contractor, or maintenance spray finishing applications, or spray equipment sales and distribution. Topics for the Spray Finishing Technology Workshop include: Equipment types & selection; Equipment setup, operation, and maintenance; Surface preparation & defect analysis; Material selection; and Safety & regulatory concerns.
  Contact: Jaime Wineland
  Contact Email: sprayworkshop@netscape.net
  Contact Phone: 800-466-9367 x 7320
  Venue Info
  Venue: Owens Community College
  Venue Phone: 419-661-7357
  Venue Address: Tracy Road Toledo, Ohio 43699

Events in Pennsylvania

Woodworks - Pennsylvania
  When: Nov 7, 2008 through Nov 9, 2008 , 03:00 PM till 03:00 PM
  URL:  http://www.woodworksevents.com
  Venue URL:  York Expo Center - Toyota Arena West
 
  Contact Info   Description:
WoodWorks shows are public woodworking events, handcrafted to satisfy woodworkers of all skill levels.

At WoodWorks you can interact with and learn from woodworking experts from around the world, see and purchase new tools, supplies and equipment from leading manufacturers and inventors, network with other woodworkers, or wander through inspiring galleries of fine work.

In addition to continuous, entertaining, inspiring and educational floor demonstrations, you may also register for a broad selection of seminars or hands-on workshops given by some of the best woodworking pros and authors in the industry.

To encourage carpooling, this season we are offering our New “Green Pass”. Order four or more general admission passes online and save $4 per ticket.
  Contact: Judy Frank
  Contact Email: judy@woodworksevents.com
  Contact Phone: 215-862-7157
  Venue Info
  Venue: York Expo Center - Toyota Arena West
  Venue Phone: P: 717-848-2596
  Venue Address: 334 Carlisle Ave. York, Pennsylvania 17404

Events in Rhode Island

Fine Furnishings & Fine Craft Show - Providence
  When: Oct 24, 2008 through Oct 26, 2008 , 12:00 AM till 12:00 AM
  URL:  http://www.finefurnishingsshow.com/
  Venue URL:  RI Convention Center
 
  Contact Info   Description:
Each Fine Furnishings & Fine Craft Show presents a marketplace for handcrafted furniture, fine craft, accessories and original art. The custom furniture is designed to fit a broad range of styles. Complementing the furniture is an exciting array of handcrafted accessories, art, jewelry, sculpture, wearables and more. Artisans from across North America display and sell their products at each show.
  Contact: contact@finefurnishingsshow.com
  Contact Email: contact@finefurnishingsshow.com
  Contact Phone: 401-816-0963
  Venue Info
  Venue: RI Convention Center
  Venue Phone: 401-458-6000
  Venue Address: One Sabin Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903-1814

Events in Vermont

Fifth Annual Vermont Fine Furniture & Woodworking
  When: Sep 27, 2008 through Sep 28, 2008 , 10:00 AM till 05:00 PM
  URL:  http://www.vermontwoodfestival.org/
  Venue URL:  Union Arena
 
  Contact Info   Description:
Vermont’s 5th Annual Fine Furniture & Woodworking Festival returns Sept. 27 and 28 to Woodstock, Vermont’s Union Arena and Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park. Look for over 40 exhibitors and demonstrators showcasing artistry and skills in creating handcrafted furniture and function and art objects from wood. The emphasis is on products created from woods that come from sustainable forests. The Vermont Chamber of Commerce hails this Festival as one of its top 10 events for 2008.
  Contact: Sara Widness
  Contact Email: sara@widnesspr.com
  Contact Phone: 802-234-6704
  Venue Info
  Venue: Union Arena
  Venue Phone: 802-457-1317
  Venue Address: Woodstock Union High School
496 Woodstock Road
Woodstock, Vermont 05091

Events in Wisconsin

Fine Furnishings & Fine Craft Show - Milwaukee
  When: Sep 27, 2008 through Sep 28, 2008 , 12:00 AM till 12:00 AM
  URL:  http://www.finefurnishingsshow.com/
  Venue URL:  Midwest Airlines Center
 
  Contact Info   Description:
Each Fine Furnishings & Fine Craft Show presents a marketplace for handcrafted furniture, fine craft, accessories and original art. The custom furniture is designed to fit a broad range of styles. Complementing the furniture is an exciting array of handcrafted accessories, art, jewelry, sculpture, wearables and more. Artisans from across North America display and sell their products at each show.
  Contact: contact@finefurnishingsshow.com
  Contact Email: contact@finefurnishingsshow.com
  Contact Phone: 401-816-0963
  Venue Info
  Venue: Midwest Airlines Center
  Venue Phone: 414-908-6001
  Venue Address: 400 W. Wisconsin Avenue Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53203

Woodworker's Journal International Calendar of Events

Canada

Events in Ontario

Wood Objects
  When: Nov 28, 2008 through Nov 30, 2008 , 01:00 PM till 05:00 PM
  URL:  http://woodobjects.ca/
  Venue URL:  Aberdeen Pavilion
 
  Contact Info   Descripton:
Wood Objects is a juried woodwork exhibition in Canada's National Capital Region. The organizing committee comes under the auspices of the Ottawa Woodworkers Association, a not-for-profit organization. The event is to be held at the annual Ottawa Woodworking Show. Presently in its first year, it is hoped that Wood Objects will become an annual event that attracts the area's finest woodworkers.This event has as its cornerstone, three objectives:
  • Foster excellence in the design and crafting of wood objects.
  • Create an opportunity for the public to experience finely crafted objects.
  • Encourage aspiring artisans.
Wood Objects is a juried exhibition featuring works predominantly of wood. Materials other than wood may be used to complement the design. Importance should be given to original design, excellence in workmanship and diversity of approach. Work of your highest standard is encouraged.
  Contact: Marty Schlosser
  Contact Email: contact@woodobjects.ca
  Contact Phone: 613-825-7242
  Venue Info
  Venue: Aberdeen Pavilion
  Venue Phone: 613-825-7242
  Venue Address: Lansdowne Park
1015 Bank Street
Ottawa, Ontario

New Zealand

Events in New Zealand

Building a Cabinet Maker's Bench
  When: Sep 15, 2008 through Sep 26, 2008 , 12:00 AM till 12:00 AM
  URL:  http://www.centre-for-fine-woodworking.co.nz/courses9.html
 
  Contact Info   Descripton:
This is an intensive twelve day workshop during which participants benches are produced cooperatively. As well as making a fantastic workbench using European Beech for the top and Macrocarpa for the base, everyone will thoroughly develop their ability to safely and accurately machine using all the standard workshop machinery and power tools. Jig-making for routers is well covered. Vice screws for the sliding tail vice are provided. The side vice (a refurbished Record 52-1/2) should be brought by the student but can be provided if required.
  Contact: Centre for Fine Woodworking
  Contact Email: info@cfw.co.nz
  Contact Phone: +64 3 545 2674
  Venue Info
  Venue: Centre for Fine Woodworking
  Venue Phone:
  Venue Address: PO Box 1452 Nelson, New Zealand

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