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.
Meetings
Meetings are held on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 7 PM, at the Balboa Park Sports Complex, Gym Building, at 17015 Burbank Blvd, Encino, CA (just west of Balboa Blvd).
Click here for a Google map.
Click here for a Google map.
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.
Our members come from all around the Los Angeles area and, of course, all are very welcome.
Become a Member
Please download our flyer for more information on membership. Contact our Treasurer, Wayne Thiele, regarding membership inquiries.
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 15, 2015 - Using Backsaws and Handsaws
- February 19, 2015 - Upholstering for Woodworkers
- March 19, 2015 - Fine Art Carving
- April 16, 2015 - Making, and Using, Ebony Buttons and Splines
- May 18, 2015 - Book Binding
- August 20, 2015 - Metal Working for the Woodworker
- September 17, 2015 - Jigs and Fixtures
- November 19, 2015 - Toy Contest