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Introduction to Working a Lathe
You will try your hand at on spindle turning to produce a wooden Scottish tool used to stir porridge and soups, known as a "spurtle". This workshop has very limited space to ensure each participant can refine their skills.
Topics covered include: safety, lathes, mounting wood on a lathe, as well as various tools and their use. |
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Workspace Safety 101 & 201 Workshops
Introduction to different power tools, including the band saw, mitre saw, drill, table saw, planer, and more! Taking an OTL Safety course is a requirement for anyone who wants to use certain tools in our WorkSpace. You don't have to take Safety 101 to take the 201 course, the main differences between courses is the tools you learn. |
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Demo Night:
Introduction to 3D Printing
This demo night will give an introduction to how 3D printing works and give participants the basic skills needed to borrow the 3D printer from the library. Covering machine maintenance, setup, filament, modelling software, applications, and more! |
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Bike Maintenance with OTL + OOGL
Bring your bike, put it on one of our bike stands, and learn how to assess its road safety. We will go over basic tune-up tasks and clean off the cobwebs. We have two bike maintenance workshops on June 13th and 27th. Our June 27th workshop is in collaboration with the Ottawa Outdoor Gear Library (OOGL). |
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Make Your Own Keepsake Box
During this beginner friendly workshop you will learn about; cutting, gluing, sanding, and applying finish to wood items by using a bandsaw, drills, and sanders, while giving you a solid introduction to tool safety. Both workshops will be taught by Stephanie (she/her/elle), with our June 13th workshop for Women+. |
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Intro to Power Tools: Make a Triangular Shelf
This workshop is back to celebrate the amazing workshop instructors we've had over our 10 year history. Come and learn with Jake, from Morgan Quality Homes, whose skills and teaching capacity is renowned. You'll learn how to safely use basic power tools, discover their uses, and leave with a beautiful triangular shelf. |
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The Latest Buzz
at the Tool Library |
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OTL Members get a discount at the OFS!
Our partner, the Ottawa Fastener Supply, is providing OTL members with contractor pricing on select products!
To apply your discount at the OFS checkout, show proof of your active OTL membership, give your name and phone number, and provide the account number: #372794. |
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