A better way to celebrate Father’s Day
Join us at Manor Mill with your dad (or child!) for a hands-on workshop, demo, or to try out our portable sawmill.
Morning Workshops
Register for a workshop and make a gift for dad or work together to create a unique piece of art!
Pre-registration is required for the workshops below.
Beginner Woodturning:
Turn a gift for dad!
with Jim Prinkey
Sunday, June 16, 8:30-11:30am
Make something with your dad that he will use and love for years to come! Turn a handle for either a bottle opener, ice cream scoop, pizza cutter, or a campfire roasting fork.
Minors 14+ allowed if accompanied by an adult.
Parent & Child Welding
with Michael Guarraia
Sunday, June 16, 9:00 - 12:00pm
Interested in some parent/child "bonding" time!? In this class, you and a child learn the fundamentals and safety associated with MIG welding and will take home a welded sculpture that you collaboratively make using old silverware.
One child and one adult per ticket.
For ages 10+.
Dad and Me Try-It
Pottery Wheel Class
with Teresa Stecher
Sunday, June 16, 10:00 - 12:00pm
Spend Father's Day morning learning to make pottery on the wheel! You will take turns using a pottery wheel and have the opportunity to make 3 to 4 pieces total. Choose your glaze colors - we take care of the rest. We'll provide everything you need to create something you can take home!
One child and one adult per ticket.
For ages 10+.
Afternoon Demonstrations (1:00-3:00 PM)
We will have several afternoon demonstrations running at The Barn. Learn about woodworking with Adam Melfa, power carving with artist David Hyme and chat with Jim Prinkey about the ins-and-outs of woodturning all while they demonstrate their craft!
Sawmill Slabbing at Shepperd Road
We will be slabbing black walnut, cherry and/or sassafrass logs throughout the day using this Woodland Mills 32” portable sawmill. Cut your own live edge slab and take it with you! Dimensions will vary between 12” and 24” x 6’ and up to 2” thick. Perfect for a console table or woodworking project!
*Pricing will vary by wood size.
sawmill Open Hours and location
2013 Shepperd Road (across from Manor Mill)