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• Monthly Club Meeting

  • When
    12/18/2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    3061 E Riverside Dr, Fort Myers FL 33916

  The monthly woodturning club meeting begins with Show-and-Tell at 6:00pm.  The regular meeting begins at 6:30pm and ends by 8:30pm. 

  Each meeting starts with a review of current club activities and discussion of various club matters.  We then hold a club demonstration.  Every demonstration is a different topic or technique.

  Show-and-Tell is your opportunity to bring and discuss your latest project or work-in-progress.  You can also chat and share woodturning experiences with other members before the regular meeting starts.  There is always something new to see and learn.

  Prospective members are welcome to come and see what we're all about.  Be sure to introduce yourself to one of our club officers.  We'll be happy to answer all of your questions.

  Larry Nixon will be demonstrating hollowing systems.

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• Open Shop Day

  • When
    12/20/2025
  •  
    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Riverside Community Center, East Door
  • Spaces left
    6

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  Join us for our Saturday open turning session at our club shop.  We have plenty of tools and equipment available at the club.  Feel free to bring your own tools.  Occasionally we have wood to use however this is not a guarantee.   You are always encouraged to bring your own wood.  Basic woodturning instruction will be available for anyone who wants it.  
  
  This is a great opportunity to learn from experienced turners, get answers to those tricky questions or just have some fun turning wood with your fellow club members.  Come join us!
  
  

  This session is open 9:00am - 12:00pm.  Check the website event calendar for the latest schedule and updates.

  In order to maintain a safe shop environment, only registered attendees and the two scheduled shop instructors are permitted in the club shop.  Visitors may come to review the shop but must receive permission from the onsite safety supervisor to enter the shop room.

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• Open Shop Day

  • When
    01/03/2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Riverside Community Center, East Door
  • Spaces left
    8

  Register

  Join us for our Saturday open turning session at our club shop.  We have plenty of tools and equipment available at the club.  Feel free to bring your own tools.  Occasionally we have wood to use however this is not a guarantee.   You are always encouraged to bring your own wood.  Basic woodturning instruction will be available for anyone who wants it.  
  
  This is a great opportunity to learn from experienced turners, get answers to those tricky questions or just have some fun turning wood with your fellow club members.  Come join us!
  
  

  This session is open 9:00am - 12:00pm.  Check the website event calendar for the latest schedule and updates.

  In order to maintain a safe shop environment, only registered attendees and the two scheduled shop instructors are permitted in the club shop.  Visitors may come to review the shop but must receive permission from the onsite safety supervisor to enter the shop room.

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• Southwest Florida Woodart Expo and Competition

  • Start
    01/09/2026
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • End
    01/10/2026
  •  
    4:00 PM
  • Location
    Charlotte Harbor Events Center, 75 Taylor Street, Punta Gorda

  Don’t Miss the 2026 Southwest Florida Wood Art Expo

  January 9-10 9am-4pm

  Hello Woodturners!

  If you love great craftsmanship (and can’t resist stopping to admire a perfect curve or a clean finish), you’ll want this on your calendar:

  Southwest Florida Wood Art Expo & Competition
  Dates: Friday–Saturday, January 9–10, 2026
  Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  Location: Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center
  75 Taylor Street, Punta Gorda

  This is a fantastic two-day showcase of woodturning, woodcarving, furniture, and wood art—featuring competition entries, vendor booths, and live demonstrations throughout the event.

  Woodcarving, woodturning, and furniture competitions offer CASH PRIZES!
  Submission deadline: December 12, 2025
  Late entry fees apply.

  Why attend?

  • See a huge variety of inspiring work in one place
  • Watch demonstrations and pick up new ideas and techniques, including chainsaw, CNC, and laser art
  • Participate in hands-on classes
  • Shop vendors for tools, supplies, blanks, and more
  • Bring a friend—this is a great “first woodturning event” for curious newcomers

  For event details, including tickets and additional information, visit:

  SW Florida Wood Art Exposition and Competition – Experience the Craftsmanship of Regional Artists

  Hope to see a strong turnout from our club—let’s go get inspired!

  Larry Nixon
  President, Woodturners of Southwest Florida

  
  

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• Open Shop Day

  • When
    01/17/2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Riverside Community Center, East Door
  • Spaces left
    9

  Register

  Join us for our Saturday open turning session at our club shop.  We have plenty of tools and equipment available at the club.  Feel free to bring your own tools.  Occasionally we have wood to use however this is not a guarantee.   You are always encouraged to bring your own wood.  Basic woodturning instruction will be available for anyone who wants it.  
  
  This is a great opportunity to learn from experienced turners, get answers to those tricky questions or just have some fun turning wood with your fellow club members.  Come join us!
  
  

  This session is open 9:00am - 12:00pm.  Check the website event calendar for the latest schedule and updates.

  In order to maintain a safe shop environment, only registered attendees and the two scheduled shop instructors are permitted in the club shop.  Visitors may come to review the shop but must receive permission from the onsite safety supervisor to enter the shop room.

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• Monthly Club Meeting

  • When
    01/22/2026
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    3061 E Riverside Dr, Fort Myers FL 33916

  The monthly woodturning club meeting begins with Show-and-Tell at 6:00pm.  The regular meeting begins at 6:30pm and ends by 8:30pm. 

  Each meeting starts with a review of current club activities and discussion of various club matters.  We then hold a club demonstration.  Every demonstration is a different topic or technique.

  Show-and-Tell is your opportunity to bring and discuss your latest project or work-in-progress.  You can also chat and share woodturning experiences with other members before the regular meeting starts.  There is always something new to see and learn.

  Prospective members are welcome to come and see what we're all about.  Be sure to introduce yourself to one of our club officers.  We'll be happy to answer all of your questions.

  Demonstrator to be announced 

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• Open Shop Day

  • When
    01/31/2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Riverside Community Center, East Door
  • Spaces left
    9

  Register

  Join us for our Saturday open turning session at our club shop.  We have plenty of tools and equipment available at the club.  Feel free to bring your own tools.  Occasionally we have wood to use however this is not a guarantee.   You are always encouraged to bring your own wood.  Basic woodturning instruction will be available for anyone who wants it.  
  
  This is a great opportunity to learn from experienced turners, get answers to those tricky questions or just have some fun turning wood with your fellow club members.  Come join us!
  
  

  This session is open 9:00am - 12:00pm.  Check the website event calendar for the latest schedule and updates.

  In order to maintain a safe shop environment, only registered attendees and the two scheduled shop instructors are permitted in the club shop.  Visitors may come to review the shop but must receive permission from the onsite safety supervisor to enter the shop room.

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• Open Shop Day

  • When
    02/14/2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Riverside Community Center, East Door
  • Spaces left
    9

  Register

  Join us for our Saturday open turning session at our club shop.  We have plenty of tools and equipment available at the club.  Feel free to bring your own tools.  Occasionally we have wood to use however this is not a guarantee.   You are always encouraged to bring your own wood.  Basic woodturning instruction will be available for anyone who wants it.  
  
  This is a great opportunity to learn from experienced turners, get answers to those tricky questions or just have some fun turning wood with your fellow club members.  Come join us!
  
  

  This session is open 9:00am - 12:00pm.  Check the website event calendar for the latest schedule and updates.

  In order to maintain a safe shop environment, only registered attendees and the two scheduled shop instructors are permitted in the club shop.  Visitors may come to review the shop but must receive permission from the onsite safety supervisor to enter the shop room.

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• Monthly Club Meeting

  • When
    02/19/2026
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    3061 E Riverside Dr, Fort Myers FL 33916

  The monthly woodturning club meeting begins with Show-and-Tell at 6:00pm.  The regular meeting begins at 6:30pm and ends by 8:30pm. 

  Each meeting starts with a review of current club activities and discussion of various club matters.  We then hold a club demonstration.  Every demonstration is a different topic or technique.

  Show-and-Tell is your opportunity to bring and discuss your latest project or work-in-progress.  You can also chat and share woodturning experiences with other members before the regular meeting starts.  There is always something new to see and learn.

  Prospective members are welcome to come and see what we're all about.  Be sure to introduce yourself to one of our club officers.  We'll be happy to answer all of your questions.

  Demonstrator to be announced 

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• Open Shop Day

  • When
    02/28/2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Riverside Community Center, East Door
  • Spaces left
    9

  Register

  Join us for our Saturday open turning session at our club shop.  We have plenty of tools and equipment available at the club.  Feel free to bring your own tools.  Occasionally we have wood to use however this is not a guarantee.   You are always encouraged to bring your own wood.  Basic woodturning instruction will be available for anyone who wants it.  
  
  This is a great opportunity to learn from experienced turners, get answers to those tricky questions or just have some fun turning wood with your fellow club members.  Come join us!
  
  

  This session is open 9:00am - 12:00pm.  Check the website event calendar for the latest schedule and updates.

  In order to maintain a safe shop environment, only registered attendees and the two scheduled shop instructors are permitted in the club shop.  Visitors may come to review the shop but must receive permission from the onsite safety supervisor to enter the shop room.

  Show details
• Open Shop Day

  • When
    03/14/2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Riverside Community Center, East Door
  • Spaces left
    9

  Register

  Join us for our Saturday open turning session at our club shop.  We have plenty of tools and equipment available at the club.  Feel free to bring your own tools.  Occasionally we have wood to use however this is not a guarantee.   You are always encouraged to bring your own wood.  Basic woodturning instruction will be available for anyone who wants it.  
  
  This is a great opportunity to learn from experienced turners, get answers to those tricky questions or just have some fun turning wood with your fellow club members.  Come join us!
  
  

  This session is open 9:00am - 12:00pm.  Check the website event calendar for the latest schedule and updates.

  In order to maintain a safe shop environment, only registered attendees and the two scheduled shop instructors are permitted in the club shop.  Visitors may come to review the shop but must receive permission from the onsite safety supervisor to enter the shop room.

  Show details
• Monthly Club Meeting

  • When
    03/19/2026
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    3061 E Riverside Dr, Fort Myers FL 33916

  The monthly woodturning club meeting begins with Show-and-Tell at 6:00pm.  The regular meeting begins at 6:30pm and ends by 8:30pm. 

  Each meeting starts with a review of current club activities and discussion of various club matters.  We then hold a club demonstration.  Every demonstration is a different topic or technique.

  Show-and-Tell is your opportunity to bring and discuss your latest project or work-in-progress.  You can also chat and share woodturning experiences with other members before the regular meeting starts.  There is always something new to see and learn.

  Prospective members are welcome to come and see what we're all about.  Be sure to introduce yourself to one of our club officers.  We'll be happy to answer all of your questions.

  Demonstrator to be announced 

  Show details
• Open Shop Day

  • When
    03/28/2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Riverside Community Center, East Door
  • Spaces left
    9

  Register

  Join us for our Saturday open turning session at our club shop.  We have plenty of tools and equipment available at the club.  Feel free to bring your own tools.  Occasionally we have wood to use however this is not a guarantee.   You are always encouraged to bring your own wood.  Basic woodturning instruction will be available for anyone who wants it.  
  
  This is a great opportunity to learn from experienced turners, get answers to those tricky questions or just have some fun turning wood with your fellow club members.  Come join us!
  
  

  This session is open 9:00am - 12:00pm.  Check the website event calendar for the latest schedule and updates.

  In order to maintain a safe shop environment, only registered attendees and the two scheduled shop instructors are permitted in the club shop.  Visitors may come to review the shop but must receive permission from the onsite safety supervisor to enter the shop room.

  Show details