Women's Woodworking 101 Instruction

Program Type:

Makerspace & DIY

Age Group:

Adults
  • Registration is required for this event.
  • Registration will open on March 3, 2026 @ 3:00pm.
  • This event is part of a series. If you register for this first event, you will also be registering for future occurrences.
  • A library card is required to register for this event.
  • This event is for registrants age 16 to Over 18.

Program Description

Event Details

The following ages are allowed in this program:

  • Adults (18 and older): Eligible to attend independently.
  • Youth (16–17 years old): May attend with signed parental consent.

In honor of National Women's History Month, come try your hand at a variety of woodworking tools. Get familiar with the equipment and learn how you can use it to complete personal projects from simple cuts to finished wood crafts. 

Woodworking projects will be completed outside and may be subject to weather cancellations. Please dress accordingly and wear closed-toed shoes. Safety glasses, gloves, and ear protection will be provided. 

This is a hands-on woodworking 101 lecture; patrons may gain more experience or bring projects to work on during the optional lab on March 26th, 2026.

- Available equipment:
 

Angle Grinder

Brad Nailer

Table Saw

Circular Saw

Jigsaw

Planer

Belt Sander

Miter Saw

Biscuit Joiner

Band Saw

Router

Drill press

Various Hand Tools

 

Attendees must be a Mammen Family Public Library card holder in order to use makerspace equipment. TexShare and Student Passport cards do not qualify for use of makerspace equipment. Please include your library card number on the registration form below so that we can confirm your registration.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

Registration for this event is required.

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure a welcoming and accessible environment. We can provide accommodations for people with disabilities or food allergies at library events. Please contact programs@mfplibrary.org at least seven days before the event to request accommodations.

Age Guidelines

Successful library programs are designed with age in mind. Please note this program’s age guidelines. Attendance at all library programs is subject to staff discretion. 

Photo Permission

Library workers often take pictures during library programs to use in promotional materials and online. If you do not want your photo used, contact programs@mfplibrary.org.