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Gene has been on a roll on the wood lathe lately — experimenting with new shapes, testing different woods, and dialing in his turning technique. The results speak for themselves.

Already know how to turn? Come hang out at Open Lathe every Thursday from 6–9pm through 7/2 and keep growing your skills alongside makers like Gene.

New to the lathe? We’ve got upcoming Intro to Turning classes: • June 3rd, June 17th, July 1st and July 15th from 6–9pm Come learn the basics and start making your own turned pieces.

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The Baker Web Academy students just wrapped up their Adirondack chair projects at the Cave, and they absolutely crushed it. Their instructor shared how incredible the experience was, and we couldn’t agree more.

We loved having this crew in the shop, watching their confidence grow with every cut, clamp, and assembly step was such a joy. They put real heart into these builds, and it shows in every finished chair.

The students should be proud. These chairs look fantastic and ready to soak up the summer sun.

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Jack’s van is officially DONE and ready for the road just in time for the long weekend and the story behind it is one for the books.

After his previous van was destroyed in a freak accident (thankfully no one was inside), he found himself reluctantly starting over with a bare shell and no idea what would come next. But like every great hero’s path, the right mentor appeared. Steve, along with a whole cast of colorful Cave helpers guided him through each step.

Over two months, Jack picked up new skills, pushed through mistakes, frustrations, breakthroughs, and joy… and built something incredible.

Now the van is finished, he’s equipped for adventure, and life is richer for the journey through the Cave.

Swipe to see the transformation!

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