Grey Bruce Makers Inc. upcoming events

WOODWORKING MEET-UP 4th Wednesday (Wednesday, May 27, 2026)

Wed, 27 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Monthly Woodworking Meet-Up

Every 4th Wednesday | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Grey Bruce Makers Woodshop

Join us for a casual, skill-building evening in the woodshop! Whether you’re a seasoned woodworker or just starting out, this monthly meet-up is all about sharing knowledge, swapping tips, and building a creative woodworking community.

Meet-up content

Tool Demonstrations – Learn how to get the most out of hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment.
Techniques & Tips – Explore joinery, finishing, sharpening, and more.
Project Advice – Bring your ideas or in-progress work and get feedback, support, and inspiration.

No pressure, just woodworkers helping woodworkers.

All skill levels welcome.
FREE | Drop-in friendly.

Come for the sawdust. Stay for the community.

Woodshop 101 - Basics Certification June 9th (Tuesday, June 09, 2026)

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT

WOODSHOP 101 - Basics Certification

NOTE: Woodshop 101 is a pre-requisite for any person looking to use the woodshop no matter the skill or experience level.

https://greybrucemakers.ca/event-6599926

Cost: $65 + HST
Date: June 9th 2026 6:00–9:00 PM

Workshop: Woodshop
Maximum Participants: 6

Course Description

Woodshop 101 covers the safe operation of the core tools in the Grey Bruce Makers woodshop. Members must take this orientation before using the woodshop.

The tools covered in this class include the chop saw, table saw, small bandsaw, table router, drill press, and smaller hand tools.

Students will learn basic tool operation and safety but will not complete a project during this class.

Prior experience is not necessary but may be helpful. This orientation is also a precursor to our Woodshop 102, Table Saw 101, and Lathe classes.

We require that students must bring their own safety glasses or they will be available for purchase at the front desk for $5

Key Learnings

Learn how to safely and effectively use common woodshop tools
Practice basic joinery, shaping, and assembly techniques
Read and follow project plans and tool setups
Understand the purpose and safe handling of key machines.

✅ Prerequisites

None — this is a CORE introductory course.

What to Wear

Closed-toe shoes (steel-toe preferred)
No loose clothing or jewelry
Safety glasses (bring your own or use a provided pair)
Hair tied back

What to Bring

Safety glasses
Notebook and pen
Water bottle
A positive Attitude and willingness to learn

‍ About Your Instructor

Will Elliot has nearly 30 years of experience in the wood furniture manufacturing industry — and even more as a passionate self-taught woodworker. Having grown up in a hardware store, tools have always been a natural part of his life. Will brings patience, clarity, and a back-to-basics teaching approach to the shop. His goal is to help every student feel confident, safe, and inspired to keep building.

Woodshop 102 - Advanced Certification June 11th (Thursday, June 11, 2026)

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT

WOODSHOP 102 - Advanced Certification

NOTE: Woodshop 102 is a pre-requisite for any person looking to use the woodshop planer, jointer and re-sawing bandsaw.

https://greybrucemakers.ca/event-6599928

Cost: $65 + HST
Date: June 11th 2026 6:00–9:00 PM