Des Moines Woodworkers Association

Home
United States
Urbandale, IA
Des Moines Woodworkers Association

Connect
Learn
Build
We are a community of woodworkers, dedicated to education, building skills, and community service. Join us.

Guests are welcome at our monthly meetings!

11/05/2026

DMWA member Tex brought a flag case for Show and Tell at Septembers Monthly Meeting!

10/30/2026

Check out what DMWA members brought to the October monthly meeting!
1 - Marble-drop tower
2 - Chip carving
3 - Pizza peel
4 - Credenza
5 - China cabinet
6 - Cross-box
7 - Side table
8 - Custom hand saw
9 - Flower vase stand
10 - Vintage jointer plane
11 - Chip Carving

10/10/2026

Join DMWA on Thursday, October 15, for our monthly meeting, “Buying, Selling, and Restoring Hand Planes” with club member Greg Livingston!

Hand planes can be tricky at first - Greg will share how to find them at bargain prices, restore them, and fine-tune them so they’re a joy to use in your shop.

Thursday, October 15, 2026
7:00–8:30 p.m.
Student Campus, Chapel/Gym Building
6800 Townsend Avenue, Urbandale

09/28/2026

Last month at the Iowa State Fair, DMWA member Todd Olstad showcased the scroll saw! A few helping hands got to try it out.

09/28/2026

🪚 Build your skills—and a tool tote to carry them!
DMWA members: Ready to get started in woodworking? Join instructor Ron Knapper for Basic Woodworking: Build a Tool Tote, a hands-on class designed for beginners.
Using a small set of everyday tools, you’ll practice measuring and marking, making square cuts, drilling and countersinking, and assembling with glue and screws. Leave with a useful wooden tote and skills you can bring to your next project!
📅 Class 1: Saturday, October 3 | 8 a.m.–noon
📅 Class 2: Thursday AND Friday, October 8–9 | 6–8 p.m. each evening
📍 Valley Junction area (Address shared after registration)
💵 $55 total: $20 registration + $35 materials
Tools and materials are provided. Please bring your own hearing, eye, and breathing protection.
Sign up here: https://www.dmwoodworkers.org/2025-classes
🔒 Open to current Des Moines Woodworkers Association members only. Not a member? Not a problem! Sign up today at https://www.dmwoodworkers.org/membership

09/26/2026

🪚 Curious about woodworking but not sure where to start?

Join the Des Moines Woodworkers Association for Getting Started in Woodworking, a free educational class for anyone interested in picking up a rewarding, creative hobby!

Whether you have a project in mind or are just exploring, come ask questions, meet local woodworkers, and take your first step toward making something of your own.

✅ Free and open to everyone—no membership needed
✅ No experience necessary
✅ No registration required

We’re offering the same introductory class on three dates. Choose the one that works best for you!

Tuesday September 29th at 6:30pm, West Des Moines Public Library
Saturday October 10th at 2pm, Ankeny Public Library
Saturday October 17th at 2pm, Urbandale Public Library

📅 Find dates and locations in the event links below:
https://www.facebook.com/share/1HrRu9L1Mq/
https://www.facebook.com/share/19GhgXWoFi/
https://www.facebook.com/share/19NdYQesUu/

09/25/2026

Bob shows the pushblock he brought for the DMWA May '26 Show and Tell!
Interested in becoming a member? Sign up today to get access to monthly meetings, store discounts, and more! All skill levels are welcome. Visit our website to learn more:
https://www.dmwoodworkers.org/

09/20/2026

Jon shows the ukelele he brought for the DMWA May '26 Show and Tell!
Interested in becoming a member? Sign up today to get access to monthly meetings, store discounts, and more! All skill levels are welcome. Visit our website to learn more:
https://www.dmwoodworkers.org/

09/18/2026

Mike shows the crib he brought for the DMWA May '26 Show and Tell!
Interested in becoming a member? Sign up today to get access to monthly meetings, store discounts, and more! All skill levels are welcome. Visit our website to learn more:
https://www.dmwoodworkers.org/

09/13/2026

John shows the keepsake boxes he brought for the DMWA May '26 Show and Tell!
Interested in becoming a member? Sign up today to get access to monthly meetings, store discounts, and more! All skill levels are welcome. Visit our website to learn more:
https://www.dmwoodworkers.org/

Address

Urbandale, IA

Telephone

+15156506559

Website

https://www.dmwoodworkers.org/, https://www.dmwoodworkers.org/membership

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Des Moines Woodworkers Association posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.