Woodworking 101: An Introduction to Tablemaking
In this 6 week workshop, participants will learn how to design a table, purchase wood, use woodworking tools and equipment, and finishing techniques to make a beautiful table of their own. No woodworking experience required. This class is open to all.
Lasercutting Basics: Acrylic Earrings
Join Community Workshop NOLA for a crash course on designing files to use with the laser cutter and make a pair of acrylic earrings.
Circle Side Table Workshop
Join Community Workshop NOLA to learn basic woodworking and upholstery skills while making a unique upholstered bench.
Cutting Board Workshop (BYOB)
This holiday season, learn some basic woodworking skills while making a beautiful cutting board of mixed hardwoods for yourself or someone you love.
Triangle Shelf Workshop
Learn some basic woodworking skills and make a decorative shelf. This workshop is open to all. No experience required.
CNC Training
learn how to use the software associated with the CNC and how to operate a CNC machine
Build: Bike Rack Workshop
In this workshop, participants will learn the safety and use of the chopsaw, drill press, router table and brad nail guns to make a sleek and modern hanging bike rack with storage tray. This class is open to all! No woodworking experience required.
Upholstered Bench Workshop (March)
Join Community Workshop NOLA to learn basic woodworking and upholstery skills while making a unique upholstered bench.
Triangle Shelf Workshop
Learn some basic woodworking skills and make a decorative shelf. This workshop is open to all. No experience required.
Cutting Board Workshop (BYOB)
This holiday season, learn some basic woodworking skills while making a beautiful cutting board of mixed hardwoods for yourself or someone you love.
Mardi Gras Door Hanger (BYOB)
Learn some basic woodworking skills and make a cute Mardi Gras door hanger.
Wooden Earring Workshop (BYOB)
Learn to use the bandsaw, drill press, and hand tools to make a beautiful pair of earrings out of hardwood.
CWN Hosted Workshops At Beanlandia
The Community Workshop NOLA hosts a variety of ongoing workshops and classes for all ages at Beanlandia Cultural Center for Beanlandia members. Membership to Beanlandia is “pay what you want” starting at $5/month and all workshops are free to Beanlandia members, you only pay for the cost of materials. Click “Sign up here” for the full calendar of events and more information on becoming a Beanlandia member.
Christmas Tree Workshop
Celebrate the holidays by creating a one-of-a-kind, wooden Christmas tree!
Abstract Sculptural Candle Stick Forms on the Bandsaw
Learn to use the bandsaw and drill press to make abstract candlesticks. This class is open to all! No woodworking experience required.
Cutting Board Workshop (BYOB)
This holiday season, learn some basic woodworking skills while making a beautiful cutting board of mixed hardwoods for yourself or someone you love.
Wood Veneer Panel Workshop
Learn the basics of veneer in the beginner level workshop to make a unique piece of veneer art.
Mid-Century Modern Plant Stand
In this workshop, participants will learn to use the miter saw and drills to build a sleek plant stand for your home. This class is open to all! No woodworking experience required.
Lasercutting Basics: Acrylic Earrings
Join Community Workshop NOLA for a crash course on designing files to use with the laser cutter and make a pair of acrylic earrings.
Upholstered Bench Workshop
Join Community Workshop NOLA to learn basic woodworking and upholstery skills while making a unique upholstered bench.
Serving Tray Workshop
In this workshop, participants will learn the safety and use of the miter saw, brad nail guns and drills to make a beautiful and unique serving tray out of wood. No experience required. This workshop is open to all!
Abstract Sculptural Candle Stick Forms on the Bandsaw
Learn to use the bandsaw and drill press to make abstract candlesticks. This class is open to all! No woodworking experience required.
Build: Bike Rack Workshop
In this workshop, participants will learn the safety and use of the chopsaw, drill press, router table and brad nail guns to make a sleek and modern hanging bike rack with storage tray. This class is open to all! No woodworking experience required.
Laser Cutter Basics - Entryway Sign
Learn to use orbital sanders and a Glowforge laser cutter to make an Entryway sign. This class is open to all! No woodworking experience required.
Keepsake Box Workshop
Learn woodworking skills while making a beautiful box with sliding lid. This class is open to all! No woodworking experience required.
Planter Box Workshop
In this workshop, participants will learn the safety and use of the miter saw and drills to make a planter box out of wood. This class is open to all! No woodworking experience required.
Wooden Earring Workshop (BYOB)
Learn to use the bandsaw, drill press, and hand tools to make a beautiful pair of earrings out of hardwood.
Cutting Board Workshop (BYOB)
$80 per person
Upcoming workshops:
In this workshop, participants will choose from a selection of pre-glued boards and learn the safety and use of the drill press, router table, bandsaw, and sanders to get their boards shaped and smoothed to perfection. Then you will apply a food safe oil to protect the wood for years to come. All materials are included in the cost of the class. This class is open to all! No woodworking experience required. Come enjoy our shop and tools, make friends, and learn a new skill.
Did we mention this workshop is BYOB? Once the tools are down, enjoy a glass of wine or beer and cheers with your classmates to a job well done! Participants enjoying alcoholic beverages must be 21+
Community Workshop NOLA 3142 Calhoun Street New Orleans, LA 70125
Wooden Earring Workshop (BYOB)
In this workshop, participants will learn to use the bandsaw, drill press, and hand tools to make a beautiful pair of earrings out of hardwood. You will be able to choose from a variety of hardwood species and decide on the shape and design of your earrings. Earrings will be sanded to perfection and finished with Danish oil. This class is open to all! No woodworking experience required. Come enjoy our shop and tools, make friends, and learn a new skill.
Did we mention this workshop is BYOB? Once the tools are down, enjoy a glass of wine or beer and cheers with your classmates to a job well done! Participants enjoying alcoholic beverages must be 21+
Making a Birdhouse
$60 per person
Calling all bird lovers! Decorate your yard while providing shelter for the local birds. Come learn some basic woodworking skills while making a unique birdhouse for you and your feathered friends. In this workshop you will learn how to use the miter saw, drills, and orbital sanders to make the house. All materials are included in the cost of the class. This class is open to all! No woodworking experience required. Come enjoy our shop and tools, make friends, and learn a new skill.
Community Workshop NOLA 3142 Calhoun Street New Orleans, LA 70125
Pridelandia Fest
We are excited to announce we will be holding our first annual Pride event at Beanlandia this year on Saturday, June 3 from 12-5pm! This event will include food vendors, free drinks, music, drag show, drag bingo, burlesque dancers, face painting, glitter stations, and games! Free and family friendly! RSVP encouraged but not required.
Build: Bike Rack (ages 16+)
$80 per person
Upcoming workshops:
In this workshop, participants will learn the safety and use of the chopsaw, drill press, router table and brad nail guns to make a sleek and modern hanging bike rack with storage tray. Participants will also learn about “finishing” techniques (sanding, staining, painting, polyurthaning, etc.) to personalize and enhance the look of the bike rack and protect the wood over time. (finishing will be done on the participants own time after the class). All materials included in the class. This class is open to all! No woodworking experience required.
Community Workshop NOLA 3142 Calhoun Street New Orleans, LA 70125
Let’s Make a Plant Stand
$125 per person
In this workshop, participants will learn to use the
Community Workshop NOLA 3142 Calhoun Street New Orleans, LA 70125