2025-2026 Early Learning Preschool classes at the Central Early Learning Center.
We offer Early Childhood Screenings at the Central Early Learning Center.
Kids Place provides exceptional child care options for working families. As part of St. Louis Park Public Schools, we share the district’s commitment to provide children a safe, nurturing environment that energizes and enhances the spirit.
Discover the art and craft of woodturning using the wood lathe—a tool that transforms raw wood into beautiful, functional, or decorative objects like spindles, bowls, and more. This hands-on class introduces you to essential woodturning tools such as gouges, chisels, and scrapers, and shows you how to shape wood by cutting or scraping to match your own design or replicate an existing one.
We'll begin with a brief overview of the history of woodturning and explore inspiring examples. After a demonstration of basic techniques, each student will be given individual time on the lathe to create a simple spindle project to take home, options include a bud vase, salt shaker, or candle holder.
If time allows, a bowl-turning demonstration will also be included. The class will cover wood selection and grain orientation, an overview of sharpening basics, tool techniques from rough shaping to fine detailing, and how to choose and apply a protective finish to complete your piece.
No prior experience is necessary, just bring your curiosity and creativity.
Note: All class participants will be required to fill out an emergency form and sign a waiver of liability on the first night of class.
George Effrem is an artist trained at Bethel University and mentored under Chris Effrem. George has been teaching since 1980 and carving since childhood, he even owned his own Woodshop right here in St. Louis Park up until 2022.
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