{"id":129,"date":"2015-03-19T16:39:41","date_gmt":"2015-03-19T16:39:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.dmwoodturners.com\/?page_id=129"},"modified":"2026-01-11T21:47:54","modified_gmt":"2026-01-12T03:47:54","slug":"iowa-wood-clubs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.dmwoodturners.com\/?page_id=129","title":{"rendered":"Iowa Wood Clubs"},"content":{"rendered":"

Des Moines Woodturners Inc. – AAW Chapter #158
\nAn IRS approved 501(c)(3) Non-profit organization<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

A group of central Iowa woodturners providing programming and educational opportunities for woodturners of all skill levels and interests.\u00a0 Monthly demonstration meetings are held from Sept through May on the 2nd Saturday of the month at our location at Valley West Mall in West Des Moines.\u00a0 Supplier discounts are available to members.<\/p>\n

On the 4th Wednesday morning of the month, an informal member networking gathering is facilitated at our Valley West Mall location.\u00a0 Here, members and guests can exchange information and purchase donated harvested turning wood – all in an informal atmosphere.\u00a0 These gatherings are held 12 months a year unless the 4th Wednesday falls on a holiday.<\/p>\n

Basic Woodturning classes are also offered and occasional special demonstrations and hands-on workshops are available.\u00a0 New members and guests welcomed at all regular monthly meetings.<\/p>\n

See our Upcoming Meetings & Events<\/a> page.<\/p>\n

You can also see us at the Iowa State Fair on the 2nd floor North in the wood carving, woodturning and woodworking area of the three-story Cultural Center located just east of the KCCI Stage and across from the Mid-American Energy building and wind generator.
\nOur members provide interactive woodturning demonstrations throughout the day and our Chapter sells donated practical day-to-day items our members have created from re-purposed, fallen trees.\u00a0 Stop by and say “HI”.<\/p>\n

Ames Area Woodturners, AAW Chapter<\/a><\/p>\n

Corridor Woodturners, AAW Chapter<\/a><\/p>\n

Omaha Woodturners Club, AAW Chapter<\/a><\/p>\n

Quad Cities Woodturners Club, AAW Chapter<\/a>
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\nMid Iowa Woodcarvers<\/a>
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\nAmes Woodworkers Club<\/a><\/p>\n

Des Moines Woodworkers Association, Inc.<\/a>
\nDes Moines Woodworkers Club was established in 1985.\u00a0 Whether you\u2019re a novice or a pro, improve your woodworking skill and creativity by joining the Des Moines Woodworkers Club. The Club offers:
\n– Instructional programs
\n– Shared knowledge
\n– Community service
\n– Tool & Supply Discounts
\nGeneral meetings are the third Thursday of the month, September through May, at the Fred Maytag II Scout Center, 6123 Scout Trail, Des Moines, IA.\u00a0 Meetings consist of: update on Club events & activities, woodworking Q&A, time to get to know other members, educational presentation and member project show & tell, plus great cookies and coffee. Guests are always welcome. Check out the Clubs website at www.dmwoodworkers.org<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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