What is the Woodworker’s Club of Houston?
The Woodworker’s Club of Houston is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting
woodworking through education, skill-sharing, and community outreach. We provide a platform
for members and the public to exchange ideas, improve their woodworking techniques, and
foster safer woodworking practices.
Our educational programs take place during Club meetings and through community outreach
initiatives. Additionally, we create woodworking projects—primarily handmade toys—which we
donate to charitable organizations.
When and Where Do You Meet?
We typically meet on the second Saturday of each month from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at:
St. Stephen’s United Methodist Church
2003 West 43rd St., Houston, TX 77018
Meeting dates and times may occasionally change due to special events, seminars, or holidays.
Any updates will be published in our newsletter, posted on our website (www.wwch.org), or
emailed to members.
How Do I Join?
Joining is simple! Attend any meeting and pay the annual membership dues of $48.00. If you
join mid-year, dues are prorated accordingly. Alternatively, you can fill out the membership application online and pay dues either at a meeting or online.
What Happens at Club Meetings?
Club meetings offer a mix of socializing, knowledge-sharing, and hands-on learning. Here’s what
to expect:
- Woodworking Discussions – Members share challenges, seek advice, and exchange
ideas. - Guest Presentations – We invite experts, manufacturers, and experienced Club members
to present on various woodworking topics. - Project Show & Tell – Members showcase their recent projects, discuss their creative
process, and share insights on techniques and materials.
Whether you’re a seasoned woodworker or just starting out, there’s always something new to
learn!
Do You Have Smaller Group Meetings?
Yes! We host “Splinter Groups”—smaller, focused groups that meet separately in members’
personal workshops to explore specialized woodworking interests. Current splinter groups
include:
- CNC woodworking
- Furniture building & finishing
- Scroll saw techniques
- Hand tools & traditional woodworking
- Sawmill operations
- Toy-making group (dedicated to producing handmade wooden toys for charitable
donations, especially around the holidays)
Each splinter group sets its own meeting schedule.
Do You Host Raffles or Sell Merchandise?
Yes, we organize various fundraising events, including:
- Annual BBQ Luncheon Raffle – Our biggest fundraiser, featuring woodworking tools
and items donated by local businesses or purchased by the Club. - Monthly Meeting Raffles – Smaller raffles held during our regular meetings.
- Club Merchandise – We sell shirts and caps featuring the Club logo.
Can I Sell or Donate My Tools at a Meeting?
- Selling Tools? Yes! Feel free to bring any unused or old woodworking tools to sell at our meetings.
- Selling Handmade Items? Yes! If you make and sell woodworking products (e.g., pens, carvings), you’re welcome to bring them.
Can Club Members Help Me Build My Workshop
Absolutely! You’re welcome to invite other members to assist you with any woodworking project, whether it’s setting up a workshop or tackling a specific build.
What If I Need Help Improving My Skills?
Many of our members are professional woodworkers or highly experienced hobbyists. You’ll
have plenty of opportunities to seek advice before and after meetings or during breaks. Some
members even offer formal woodworking classes in their shops.
Will My Amateur Projects Be Welcome?
Yes! Every project, whether beginner or advanced, is valued. The Club is a supportive
environment where creativity is encouraged, and projects are never judged or criticized.
Does the Club Publish a Newsletter?
Yes, we publish a monthly newsletter that is available on our website.
Do You Organize Field Trips?
Yes! We arrange annual field trips to locations such as sawmills, furniture-making shops, and
professional woodworking facilities.
Do I Have to Present a Project?
No, presenting a project is optional. However, we always enjoy seeing what members are
working on!
What Special Events Do You Host?
In addition to our monthly meetings, we sponsor:
- Annual BBQ Luncheon (October) – Includes an auction and raffle of woodworking items.
- All-Day Seminar – Features a nationally recognized woodworking expert presenting an in-depth topic.
- Toy-Making Workdays – Members gather to produce toys for charitable distribution.
Can My Spouse Join If They Have a Different Woodworking Interest?
Of course! Many of our members also belong to organizations like the Gulf Coast Woodturners
Association and the Houston Area Woodcarvers Club, and they participate in multiple
woodworking communities.
I Only Do Traditional Woodworking—Will I Fit In?
Absolutely! Whether you use power tools or prefer hand tools, the Club embraces all forms of
woodworking.
If you love woodworking and want to learn, share, and connect with fellow enthusiasts, we’d
love to have you join us!