The Wood Shop is a joint venture with the Village of Arlington Heights, The Senior Center, Inc. and Arlington Heights Park District.

All participants need to complete a free safety training prior to attending. Safety training is held Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 9 am-Noon.

Hours of Operation – Drop-in Shop Time

Fees - No membership charge

• $10 daily use fee
• $30 good for 6 Wood Shop visits.
• $50 good for 10 Wood Shop visits.

Equipment

• Jet Drum Sander
• Rikon mini-lathe
• Delta 10" Table Saw
• Delta 14" Band Saw
• Delta 16½" Variable Speed Drill Press
• Dewalt 12" Sliding Compound Miter Saw
• Grizzly 15" Planer
• Delta Belt Sander
• Delta 12" Abrasive Disk Sander
• Delta 12" Lathe
• Delta 6" Jointer
• Dewalt 20" Variable Speed Scroll Saw
• Delta Router
• Six Complete work stations with hand tools and dust collection features. 

Wood Shop Classes

View the Summer Program Guide for current class information.

Woodcarving

Learn to carve one-of-a-kind relief plaques, simple figures and other special projects. This specialized art form is both fun and relaxing. Instructor Mike Spilotro makes this a class you'll enjoy over and over again. A supply list is available at the first class. In-person registration only. Register early. Space is limited in this very popular class.

For more information call the Park District Office at the Senior Center at 847-797-5341.