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This schedule valid through March 12 
My favorite part of the Intermediate Woodworking class was learning different techniques and problem solving in woodworking. I enjoyed discovering my creative side and now appreciate fine furniture and what really goes into making it. After taking this class, I will be making MANY new things! Harry Kline
Corporate Attorney
There is nothing that I would change in the Intermediate Woodworking class - it's perfect. I really enjoyed learning about dado cuts, mortise and tenons, and bandsaw basics! The class is great and I am using my new skills for other projects. Chris McGuinness
Physics graduate student
My first class in Woodworking was at Palo Alto Adult School a few years ago. Having access to all of their specialized woodworking tools really spurred my interest in pursuing this new hobby. I found woodworking an extremely creative activity – as creative as writing a book or designing a circuit. To date, I’ve completed a trundle bed out of 30-year old oak, a customized TV cabinet and a master bathroom vanity and pine wood floor. Next on my list is completion of my kitchen cabinetry and a pull-out pantry made out of Brazilian wood. Ben Warren
Semiconductor Business Development Consultant
Woodworking
- WOODWORKING: Beginning— Build a Shelf
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10 wks · January 12–March 15
Thursday · 6:30–9:30 p.m.
Palo Alto HS Woodshop · $195
Instructor: Rayan Ghazal, rayan@stanford.eduFULL
Develop woodworking skills while building a shelf, using the jointer, planer, table saw and more. The class will focus on safety, project planning and understanding the medium of wood. You will provide your own wood. Storage space is available for projects during the quarter. Please contact the instructor prior to class via email for course material before the first class.
- WOODWORKING: Intermediate— Joinery for Furniture
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10 wks · Jan 10–March 13
Tuesday · 6:30–9:30 p.m.
Palo Alto HS Woodshop · $195
Instructor: Marcus Miller, wmmiller2@yahoo.comFULL
Prerequisite: One Quarter of Beginning Woodworking skills
You will explore joinery through the use of power tools and hand tools as you advance your understanding of furniture construction. A choice of projects will include table, bookcase or bench. Students will work from preset plans but will be able to personalize and adapt the project to expand personal development. Please contact the instructor prior to class via email for course materials before the first class.
- WOODWORKING: MIXED LEVELS
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10 wks · Jan 11–March 14
Wednesday · 6:30–9:30 p.m.
Palo Alto HS Woodshop · $195 Instructors: Roy Williams, Rayan Ghazal, rayan@stanford.eduFULL
Prerequisite: Two quarters of Beginning Woodworking skills.
Work at your own pace with access to instruction, equipment and advice when you need it. A skills test will be given at the first class. Students supply their own materials. Storage space is available for projects during the quarter.
- WOODWORKING: Advanced
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8 wks · Jan 9–March 12
Monday · 6:30–9:30 p.m.
Palo Alto HS Woodshop · $160 Instructors: Roy Williams, Rayan Ghazal, rayan@stanford.edu, Marcus Miller wmmiller2@yahoo.com Register Now »Prerequisite: Four quarters of Woodworking classes.
Work at your own pace with access to instruction, equipment and advice when you need it. Students supply their
own materials. Storage space is available for projects during
the quarter. Please e-mail instructor before enrolling. No class
January 16 and February 20.
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