See firsthand what’s new in the industry. New products are launching again, and AWFS®Fair is the guaranteed place to see them. A New Product Showcase and special industry awards spotlight the best new ideas and give you a complete look at what’s available now to help you stay current and competitive. Click here to view the floor plan and exhibitor list.
Community
Everything else:
- Art exhibitions featuring furniture and woodworking
- Conferences and Seminars
- Woodworking Hobby and Industry Trade Shows
Note: Events in this category are not sponsored by the Des Moines Woodworkers Association. These listings are provided as a convenience and should not be considered an endorsement by DMWA unless otherwise noted.
AWFS stands for the Association on Woodworking & Furnishings Suppliers. The AWFS Fair is held every two years, and is one of the largest trade shows in the world for the woodworking and furniture industries.
From the AWFS website:
The 2021 AWFS Fair will feature North America's largest gathering of woodworking equipment and technology, as well as the largest selection of hardware, tooling, components, power tools, manufacturing software, lumber, panel and construction material as well as an endless array of supplies for furniture, cabinet, millwork manufacturers and custom woodworking shops of all sizes.
Get smart—and stay that way. AWFS®Fair delivers relevant industry information and education to advance your business—and your career. Attend the College of Woodworking Knowledge (CWWK) seminars, including the early morning technical “SMART” sessions. Click here to see the seminar program. (Seminars will be published in Spring 2019.)
Expand your network and strengthen your connections. Take advantage of valuable networking opportunities to meet with other woodworking pros and share ideas, advice and connections that can help improve your operations—and your profits.
Cost is $30 to all attendees who pre-register by June 27, 2019. After this date and onsite the registration fee is $50. This is for exhibit hall pass only. College of Woodworking Knowledge (CWWK) educational seminars are $75 a la carte by June 27, or $95 each after June 27 and onsite. A CWWK seminar “day pass” is also available. Learn more information about the CWWK program pricing here, and the Woodworking Network Symposia here.
| Event Date | July 21, 2021, 9:00 am |
| Event End Date | July 21, 2021, 5:00 pm |
| Categories | Community |
AWFS stands for the Association on Woodworking & Furnishings Suppliers. The AWFS Fair is held every two years, and is one of the largest trade shows in the world for the woodworking and furniture industries.
From the AWFS website:
The 2021 AWFS Fair will feature North America's largest gathering of woodworking equipment and technology, as well as the largest selection of hardware, tooling, components, power tools, manufacturing software, lumber, panel and construction material as well as an endless array of supplies for furniture, cabinet, millwork manufacturers and custom woodworking shops of all sizes.
See firsthand what’s new in the industry. New products are launching again, and AWFS®Fair is the guaranteed place to see them. A New Product Showcase and special industry awards spotlight the best new ideas and give you a complete look at what’s available now to help you stay current and competitive. Click here to view the floor plan and exhibitor list.
Get smart—and stay that way. AWFS®Fair delivers relevant industry information and education to advance your business—and your career. Attend the College of Woodworking Knowledge (CWWK) seminars, including the early morning technical “SMART” sessions. Click here to see the seminar program. (Seminars will be published in Spring 2019.)
Expand your network and strengthen your connections. Take advantage of valuable networking opportunities to meet with other woodworking pros and share ideas, advice and connections that can help improve your operations—and your profits.
Cost is $30 to all attendees who pre-register by June 27, 2019. After this date and onsite the registration fee is $50. This is for exhibit hall pass only. College of Woodworking Knowledge (CWWK) educational seminars are $75 a la carte by June 27, or $95 each after June 27 and onsite. A CWWK seminar “day pass” is also available. Learn more information about the CWWK program pricing here, and the Woodworking Network Symposia here.
| Event Date | July 22, 2021, 9:00 am |
| Event End Date | July 22, 2021, 5:00 pm |
| Categories | Community |
AWFS stands for the Association on Woodworking & Furnishings Suppliers. The AWFS Fair is held every two years, and is one of the largest trade shows in the world for the woodworking and furniture industries.
From the AWFS website:
The 2021 AWFS Fair will feature North America's largest gathering of woodworking equipment and technology, as well as the largest selection of hardware, tooling, components, power tools, manufacturing software, lumber, panel and construction material as well as an endless array of supplies for furniture, cabinet, millwork manufacturers and custom woodworking shops of all sizes.
See firsthand what’s new in the industry. New products are launching again, and AWFS®Fair is the guaranteed place to see them. A New Product Showcase and special industry awards spotlight the best new ideas and give you a complete look at what’s available now to help you stay current and competitive. Click here to view the floor plan and exhibitor list.
Get smart—and stay that way. AWFS®Fair delivers relevant industry information and education to advance your business—and your career. Attend the College of Woodworking Knowledge (CWWK) seminars, including the early morning technical “SMART” sessions. Click here to see the seminar program. (Seminars will be published in Spring 2019.)
Expand your network and strengthen your connections. Take advantage of valuable networking opportunities to meet with other woodworking pros and share ideas, advice and connections that can help improve your operations—and your profits.
Cost is $30 to all attendees who pre-register by June 27, 2019. After this date and onsite the registration fee is $50. This is for exhibit hall pass only. College of Woodworking Knowledge (CWWK) educational seminars are $75 a la carte by June 27, or $95 each after June 27 and onsite. A CWWK seminar “day pass” is also available. Learn more information about the CWWK program pricing here, and the Woodworking Network Symposia here.
| Event Date | July 23, 2021, 9:00 am |
| Event End Date | July 23, 2021, 5:00 pm |
| Categories | Community |
The Mid-Iowa Woodcarvers (Facebook link) return for their one-day Adventures in Wood show! View carving contest entries, watch carving demonstrations, and participate in a hands-on lesson in whittling.
No preregistration required.
Admission is free for Reiman Gardens members and ISU students.
* Members of the Des Moines Botanical Center receive two free general admissions per visit to Reiman Gardens.
Price of admission to Reiman Gardens for the general public.
(Des Moines Woodworkers Association is not a sponsor of this event, and we present this listing as a courtesy to our friends at Mid-Iowa Wood Carvers)
| Event Date | March 19, 2022, 10:00 am |
| Event End Date | March 19, 2022, 4:00 pm |
| Categories | Community |
The Furniture Society's annual conference is being held virtually again this year. Normally held in a furniture- or craft-focussed city in the US, the conference draws studio furniture makers and instructors from across the US for presentations, workshops and community. The closest the conference has been held to Des Moines was in Kansas City and Milwaukee, so this is a great chance to check them out without the added cost of travel and hotels.
Events will run Wednesday-Saturday June 8th-11th. Note that times on their website are Eastern time zone, one hour ahead of Iowa.
More information can be found at https://furnsoc.org/fs22/ and we will feature their daily schedule on our calendar.
Today’s schedule (converted to Central Daylight Time):
11:00 AM - 12:30 CDT : Professional Development
1:00 PM - 2:00 CDT : Portfolio Reviews
2:30 PM - 3:30 CDT : Mentoring Sessions
4:00 PM - 4:30 CDT : Object Study at North Bennet St. School E/ Claire Fruitman, Miguel Gómez-Ibáñez, Sarah Turner
4:30 PM - 5:00 CDT : Studio visit - Tour of Nakashima Workshop w/ Mira Nakashima
6:30 PM - 8:00 CDT : Evening Program - Working Together: Shaping Our Field For The Future w/ Bruce Pepich, Sylvie Rosenthal, Tom Loeser, Evan Snyderman
Registration for the entire conference is $45 for students, $75 for members, and $100 for non-members. Individual days are $10 to $40 depending on membership and the day. There are also mentoring sessions and portfolio review spots available.
If you're considering a full conference pass, a one-year membership is $35 for students or $65 for individuals. Membership information available at https://furnsoc.org/members/join
| Event Date | June 8, 2022, 11:00 am |
| Event End Date | June 8, 2022, 8:00 pm |
| Categories | Community |
The Furniture Society's annual conference is being held virtually again this year. Normally held in a furniture- or craft-focussed city in the US, the conference draws studio furniture makers and instructors from across the US for presentations, workshops and community. The closest the conference has been held to Des Moines was in Kansas City and Milwaukee, so this is a great chance to check them out without the added cost of travel and hotels.
More information can be found at https://furnsoc.org/fs22/ and we will feature their daily schedule on our calendar.
Events will run Wednesday-Saturday June 8th-11th. Note that times on their website are Eastern time zone, one hour ahead of Iowa.
Today’s schedule (converted to Central Daylight Time):
11:00 AM - 12:30 CDT : Professional Development
1:00 PM - 2:00 CDT : Portfolio Reviews
2:30 PM - 3:30 CDT : Mentoring Sessions
4:00 PM - 4:30 CDT : Object Study: Exhibition Tour - Tommy Simpson at Momentum Gallery w/ Jordan Ahlers, Tommy Simpson
4:30 PM - 5:00 CDT : The Steffi Dotson Service Award
6:30 PM - 8:00 CDT : Evening Program - Working Together: Shaping Our Field For The Future w/ Bruce Pepich, Sylvie Rosenthal, Tom Loeser, Evan Snyderman
Registration for the entire conference is $45 for students, $75 for members, and $100 for non-members. Individual days are $10 to $40 depending on membership and the day. There are also mentoring sessions and portfolio review spots available.
If you're considering a full conference pass, a one-year membership is $35 for students or $65 for individuals. Membership information available at https://furnsoc.org/members/join
| Event Date | June 9, 2022, 11:00 am |
| Event End Date | June 9, 2022, 8:00 pm |
| Categories | Community |
The Furniture Society's annual conference is being held virtually again this year. Normally held in a furniture- or craft-focussed city in the US, the conference draws studio furniture makers and instructors from across the US for presentations, workshops and community. The closest the conference has been held to Des Moines was in Kansas City and Milwaukee, so this is a great chance to check them out without the added cost of travel and hotels.
Events will run Wednesday-Saturday June 8th-11th. Note that times on their website are Eastern time zone, one hour ahead of Iowa.
More information can be found at https://furnsoc.org/fs22/ and we will feature their daily schedule on our calendar.
Today’s schedule (converted to Central Daylight Time):
(Full schedule at https://furnsoc.org/fs22/schedule )
11:00 AM - 12:30 CDT : Professional Development
1:00 PM - 2:00 CDT : Portfolio Reviews
2:30 PM - 3:30 CDT : Mentoring Sessions
4:00 PM - 5:00 CDT : Award of Distinction Celebration w/ Ronald D. Abramson, Miguel Gómez-Ibáñez, Mira Nakashima
6:30 PM - 8:00 CDT : Evening Program - Combating Erasure w/ Robell Awake, Charlie Ryland, Dr. Tiffany Momon
Registration for the entire conference is $45 for students, $75 for members, and $100 for non-members. Individual days are $10 to $40 depending on membership and the day. There are also mentoring sessions and portfolio review spots available.
If you're considering a full conference pass, a one-year membership is $35 for students or $65 for individuals. Membership information available at https://furnsoc.org/members/join
| Event Date | June 10, 2022, 11:00 am |
| Event End Date | June 10, 2022, 8:00 pm |
| Categories | Community |
The Furniture Society's annual conference is being held virtually again this year. Normally held in a furniture- or craft-focussed city in the US, the conference draws studio furniture makers and instructors from across the US for presentations, workshops and community. The closest the conference has been held to Des Moines was in Kansas City and Milwaukee, so this is a great chance to check them out without the added cost of travel and hotels.
Events will run Wednesday-Saturday June 8th-11th. Note that times on their website are Eastern time zone, one hour ahead of Iowa.
More information can be found at https://furnsoc.org/fs22/ and we will feature their daily schedule on our calendar.
Today’s schedule (converted to Central Daylight Time):
(Full schedule at https://furnsoc.org/fs22/schedule )
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM CDT : National Day of Making : Regional in-person events in AR, CA, NC, PA, SC, WI : https://furnsoc.org/fs22/sessions/national-day-of-making
4:30 PM - 5:00 CDT : Making Home: Craft For a Greater Good Synopsis w/ Ellie Richards, Amy Cantrell
Registration for the entire conference is $45 for students, $75 for members, and $100 for non-members. Individual days are $10 to $40 depending on membership and the day. There are also mentoring sessions and portfolio review spots available.
If you're considering a full conference pass, a one-year membership is $35 for students or $65 for individuals. Membership information available at https://furnsoc.org/members/join
| Event Date | June 11, 2022, 10:00 am |
| Event End Date | June 11, 2022, 9:00 pm |
| Categories | Community |
The Des Moines Arts Festival® is one of the world’s most respected juried art shows hosting 190 of the nation’s top artists on June 24-26, 2022 in a beautiful urban street setting surrounding the 4.4 acre John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and the newly-constructed Krause Gentle Center designed by Renzo Piano Building Workshop.
The festival includes free live music & this year the headliners include Moon Taxi, G. Love & Special Sauce & the 2022 Grammy winner, Cedric Burnside, plus Chicago Farmer & Sarah Shook & the Disarmers. Other performers include James Tutson & the Rollback, The Sara Routh Band, Dustin Smith, Buckmiller/Schwager Band, Joel Sires, Andre Davis & Abbie Sawyer.
Thirteen-time winner of the coveted Grand Pinnacle Award from the International Festivals and Events Association, the outdoor festival celebrating arts and culture attracts more than 200,000 people each year to its downtown location in Iowa’s capital city and largest metropolitan area. The Festival is a show dedicated to the highest standards of excellence that works diligently to maintain a progressive environment for artists and their clients.
The Festival is a non-profit organization with any proceeds earned going to support the advancement and advocacy of working professional and emerging artists, continuation of the Festival, and keeping artist fees low.
For more information, entertainment schedules, volunteer opportunities and more, visit https://www.desmoinesartsfestival.org
| Event Date | June 24, 2022, 11:00 am |
| Event End Date | June 24, 2022, 10:00 pm |
| Categories | Community |
The Des Moines Arts Festival® is one of the world’s most respected juried art shows hosting 190 of the nation’s top artists on June 24-26, 2022 in a beautiful urban street setting surrounding the 4.4 acre John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and the newly-constructed Krause Gentle Center designed by Renzo Piano Building Workshop.
The festival includes free live music & this year the headliners include Moon Taxi, G. Love & Special Sauce & the 2022 Grammy winner, Cedric Burnside, plus Chicago Farmer & Sarah Shook & the Disarmers. Other performers include James Tutson & the Rollback, The Sara Routh Band, Dustin Smith, Buckmiller/Schwager Band, Joel Sires, Andre Davis & Abbie Sawyer.
Thirteen-time winner of the coveted Grand Pinnacle Award from the International Festivals and Events Association, the outdoor festival celebrating arts and culture attracts more than 200,000 people each year to its downtown location in Iowa’s capital city and largest metropolitan area. The Festival is a show dedicated to the highest standards of excellence that works diligently to maintain a progressive environment for artists and their clients.
The Festival is a non-profit organization with any proceeds earned going to support the advancement and advocacy of working professional and emerging artists, continuation of the Festival, and keeping artist fees low.
For more information, entertainment schedules, volunteer opportunities and more, visit https://www.desmoinesartsfestival.org
| Event Date | June 25, 2022, 11:00 am |
| Event End Date | June 25, 2022, 10:00 pm |
| Categories | Community |