WELCOME!
The San Fernando Valley Woodworkers (SFVW) was formed in 1988 for the purpose of enhancing skills, providing information and sharing the joys of working with wood. None of this group knows everything, but between the lot of us, we know a whole bunch.

Please help us build more toys. 

See below.

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Join us on Facebook:

(FOR MEMBERS ONLY)

https://www.facebook.com/groups/900205396765726

 

Toy Build 2024

 

 

Meetings

PLEASE NOTE: Our November 21st meeting will be held at the Encino Community Center.

 

Meetings are held on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 7 PM.  (Instead of a meeting in December, we get together for a meal with family and friends). 

Meeting Site

Balboa Sports Center

17015 Burbank Blvd. 

Encino, CA 91316

 

 

 

Membership

Our membership reflects a cross section of woodworking interests and skill levels – both hobbyist and professional. This is an open (not exclusive) club; anyone interested in woodworking is encouraged to attend, ask questions, become a member, join in discussions, and enjoy the experience.  Our members come from all around the Los Angeles area and, of course, all are very welcome. 

 

Become a Member

Please see our club flyer for more information on membership.  You can also fill out our membership form located on the “Club Flyer + Membership” pull down, to join our club.  If you have any questions regarding our group, please use our “Contact Us” form on this site, and someone will respond to your inquiry.

Upcoming Meeting Programs

Every meeting includes time for Show & Tell, sharing of the Monthly Challenge activity, and a Q & A session.  In addition, we provide programs with invited experts, as well as our own members, demonstrating their expertise, and describing their processes.

 

           January 18, 2024 – Glue Science and Techniques – Titebond Representative Presenting

           February 15, 2024 – Fuming

           March 21, 2024 – Stained Glass

           April 18, 2024 – Hand Tool Demo

           May 16, 2024 – Project Planning

           June 18, 2024 – Getting the most from your router

           July 18, 2024 – Fixing Joinery Mistakes

           August 15, 2024 – Off-center and Multi-center Turning

           September 19, 2024 – Jigs and Fixtures 

           October 17, 2024- CO2 Laser

           Oct. 19 – 20, 2024 – Toy Build Weekend 

           November 21, 2024 – Super Show-N-Tell (at the Encino Community Center)

           December 14, 2024 – Holiday Lunch 

Please visit our on-line store:

 https://www.bonfire.com/store/san-fernando-valley-woodworkers-store/