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22nd Annual K-W Woodworking Show March 12-14, 2010 Way to go Canada!!!!!!!!!
Program your GPS to 425 Bingemans Centre Drive Kitchener, ON N2B 3X7 Please note: Friday 12 to 6 Click here to listen to our commercial.
| | Central Ontario’s Largest Woodworking Show is Bigger and Better!!Your last chance to buy before the fall season! | See the latest and greatest woodworking tools and accessories in our 22nd annual big show | More vendors! More products! More to see! | | TOOLS! TOOLS! TOOLS! Woodworking at its Best | | Super Buys! Super Savings! A show and sale not to miss!Manufacturer Sales Reps in attendance. Your opportunity to test and compare...all under one roof and most importantly, talk to the folks who know the product!
| | Click here for directions | Entrance is directly across from sign for Brick Brewery on Bingeman Centre Drive
| Over 50,000 square feet featuring exhibits and demonstrations of the latest in Woodworking Equipment, Tools, Accessories, Carving and Turning Supplies, Carvings, Wood & Lumber, Educational & Club Displays and much, much more - Exhibitors from New Brunswick, B.C., Ontario and Quebec.
You don’t have to be a woodworker to enjoy the show –carvings, exotic gifts, artisans and more! Something for everyone! |
| We have added a number of new exhibitors to this year’s show that will be of special interest to the ladies attending the show. Be sure to stop by and see these interesting vendors.
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See all the big names ...and more!
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The educational component available at woodworking shows is of the utmost importance. Recognizing this, we have expanded our educational component and have added two mini seminar areas – or info zones. Professionals in their fields, Minwax of Canada’s Ralph Swan and Canadian Woodworking and Home Improvement Magazine editor Vic Tesolin will be hosting these info zones. Full details below.
Daily Attractions Hendrik Varju Fine Furniture Designer/Craftsman and Woodworking Instructor |  | Meet Hendrik Varju, Fine Furniture Designer/Craftsman and Woodworking Instructor. We are pleased to have Hendrik Varju at our show again this year. Hendrik is a fine furniture designer and builder who also provides woodworking instruction and seminars. His seminars are widely known for their quality and thoroughness, taking amateur woodworkers through all the issues and pitfalls required for successful results.
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Seminars FREE with admission.
In addition, Hendrik teaches intensive courses from 5 to 25 days in length, usually on a private, one-on-one basis. To find out more please go to www.passionforwood.com Or better yet, come out to the show to have a chat with him. Hendrik is a regular contributor to Fine Woodworking magazine, the most authoritative woodworking magazine in North America. You'll see his work on the front cover of FWW No. 208 (November/December 2009). He is also a Contributing Editor for Canadian Home Workshop magazine. In addition, Hendrik is the author of "Starting and Running a Woodworking Business". He has also produced four instructional woodworking DVDs: "Jointer and Planer Secrets", "Revelations on Table Saw Set-up & Safety", "Working with Plywood" and "Wood Science & Design" (see http://www.passionforwood.com/dvds.htm)." All will be available at the show. Equipment supplied by and 
Federated Tool Supply Co Ltd.. 1581 Oxford St. East, London. Phone - (519) 451-0100 Toll Free - 1-800-387-0608 |
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New! Meet Vic Tesolin 
Vic will be hosting a separate seminar area. Check seminar schedule for more info. Vic will also be available to answer your woodworking questions. For more info on Vic and his topics, please click here. Click here for his times.
New! Meet Ryan Shervill 
Seminars Friday and Saturday Click here to learn more about Ryan and his topic "Tricks for dealing with common woodworking problems". Click here for his seminar times. . |
Ralph Swan - Wood Care Authority  | . A seasoned interior and exterior wood finish expert, Ralph Swan has been working in the Do-It-Yourself industry for over 25 years, advising Canadians on wood maintenance and the many uses and techniques of wood finishing products. Ralph possesses a broad knowledge of wood finishing tips on projects from deck care to antique furniture. This includes project planning, colour selection, sanding, staining, cleaning and protecting the project. Ralph’s aim is to show people how easy it can be to enhance their living areas through simple projects. He generates enthusiasm amongst novices and experts alike to get out there and “make wood beautiful.” | | During his career Ralph has demonstrated his knowledge at many trade shows, demonstrations and seminars including the Canadian Home Workshop Show, Cottage Life Show, National Home Show, local wood shows from coast to coast, retail dealer grand openings, contractor events and countless consumer seminars.
Over the years, Ralph has shared his knowledge with a wide selection of wood workers from first timers to experts. He has also taught seminars and hands on workshops to vocational schools, carving clubs, and of course family and friends.
He has appeared on many news, talk and lifestyle television programs including Good Morning Canada, Canada AM, Breakfast TV, The Steven and Chris Show on CBC and Kitchen Equipped on HGTV. Ralph has also been a guest on numerous call-in radio shows and has been featured in the Toronto Star newspaper, Canadian Living and Home at Home magazines.
Ralph has enjoyed renovating his homes over the years. He now lives in a 1920s home he has turned into a Bed and Breakfast with his wife Gail. Ralph continually helps family and friends with their home projects and he is always willing to share his extensive experience and lend a helping hand. See Ralph’s how-to video for a perfect wood finish on YouTube. or search www.YouTube.com for “Ralph Swan Minwax” Click here for his seminar times. |
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Also, don't miss the 2010 line-up of top notch seminar presenters...experts in their fields.
Meet Jim Shaver (Hall A) Booth #406 This project by Jim offers gratitude and support to the many Canadian Armed Forces Men and Women around the world who wear the Maple Leaf, not only on their shoulder, but also in their hearts. Please visit www.pensforcanadianpeacekeepers.ca to learn more about this great project.
Please sign the Pens for Canadian Peacekeepers banner. 
* Due to a last minute emergency, Jim will not be at the show but please still come and sign his banner. * . |
. . | The Canadian National Wildfowl Carving ChampionshipClick here for further information | | After 20+ years the CANADIAN NATIONAL WILDFOWL CARVING Championship has evolved into Canada’s largest and most prestigious bird carving competition, attracting over 250 entries. Many carvers appearing have won at the annual WORLD’S Competition in Ocean City, Maryland and many of this year’s entries will compete at the WORLD’S this April. | | Judging is of the highest level and performed by carvers that have all won major awards at the WORLD’S and other North American competitions.
Prizes totaling approximately $15,000 will be awarded in 15 different categories. For further info please visit The Canadian National Wildfowl Carving Championship | 
| This year’s outstanding bird sculptures will provide a visual treat to carvers, naturalists, birders and artists alike. Judging begins Saturday 9 AM Awards Presentation: Sunday 3:30 PM |
New! Special Carver's Seminars. Click here for times. Click here to learn more about Uta. Seminar Topic: "A Carving Medly" -- brief talk on symmetrical and asymmetrical balance & use of negative space.
Gilles Prud’homme
Click here to learn more about Gilles. Seminar Topic: Techniques for Creating Soft Breast and Belly Feathers.
. | Owl’s Nest | | The Owls Nest Wood Carvers Club began life in 1988 when 12 founding members met with the aim of promoting woodcarving in the Region of Waterloo as well as within the new Club. Maintaining a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere where members can carve, chat and exchange help and ideas has always been a priority. Today the Club is a thriving and vibrant group of over 50 men and women who meet each Thursday at the Adult Recreation Centre in Waterloo to continue the tradition. | | From 1993 to the present, the Club has presented its annual Owls Nest Wood Carving Competition at the Kitchener Waterloo Woodworking Show. Scheduled for March 13-15, 2009 this year's competition welcomes entries in the Professional, Intermediate, Novice and Open categories. For further information please contact barbfrank.kaminski@sympatico.ca. Click here for 2010 entry form | Judging begins Saturday 9 AM Awards Presentation: Sunday 3 PM |
. Guest Artisans & Outstanding Displays | | Be sure to visit the many guest artisans and clubs in attendance. The beauty, creativity and quality of their creations are amazing. The show provides you an ideal opportunity to visit these talented artisans…up close and personal!
Peter Findlay . .Click here to learn more about Peter
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Click on thumbnails for larger images. Fred’s specialty is figurative woodcarving but beside original carved sculptures, offers one of a kind, custom designed relief, ornamental, and architectural wood carving. His portfolio includes carved railings, banisters, fireplace mantels, corbels, capitals, ornamental moldings, furniture and also offers antique restorations.
Ontario Wood Carvers Click here to find out more.
| Richard Davis - Taxidermist See works and displays (up close and personal) of one of North America's most renown taxidermists...Richard Davis. 
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| Plus… · FREE Seminars & Demos - Learn tips and tricks from the experts –See seminar schedule for topics and times. |
| · New vendors! New products! · Manufacturer’s sales reps in attendance · Ongoing in-booth demos. Be sure to visit each booth for new products and ideas | - Ongoing demos by carving clubs: Guelph Carving Club, Niagara Carving Club, Halton Carving Club, Burlington Art Centre Sculptures and Wood Carvers and Ontario Wood Carvers. | | K-W Flying Dutchmen Click here to find out more. · 
· . Golden Triangle Marine Modelers Click here for more info. 
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Southwestern Ontario Model Engineers (SOME)
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Extreme Birdhouses John Looser from Belgrave Ontario - background includes home building, contracting, woodworking, etc. John's passion for woodworking developed into building the most unusual birdhouses you have ever seen! John will be exhibiting at this year's KW Woodworking Show. Drop by and view his extreme birdhouses in Exhibit Hall "A". Click here for more info. Click here for interesting article. 
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Chain Saw Carver - Peter Mogensen Demos and finished product sales.
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| | · Lots of wood and lumber -- Exotic Woods, The Wood Shed and more! |
| | Canadian Woodworking Magazine  Meet Publisher Paul Fulcher

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Enter to win! Courtesy of  
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Be sure to visit every booth for new products and ideas. Woodworkers, Hobbyists, Contractors, Renovators: If you don't attend the woodworking show --- look at what you are missing!! New products, products you will not see at your local retailer, free seminars and demonstrations. Save time and save $$$ - super deals and most importantly, talk to the folks who know what they are talking about! And, it's all under one roof! | Bosch | Freud | | Milwaukee | General International | | Steel City | Carving Competitions | World's Safest TableSaw | Kreg Tools | | Carvewright | Fein | | Cut-n-Crown | Books! Books! Books! | | Delta | Creams & waxes | | King Canada | Lee Valley | | Jessem | Duragrit | | Festool | "Info Zone" Seminars | | Bessey Clamps | Thompson Waterseal | | Irwin Tools | Artisans, carving demos | | Porter-Cable | Wood sources | | Clock parts | Hitachi | | Gorilla CNC Router | Makita Canada | | Carving supplies | Woodline Products | | RipLine Fences & Accessories | Boeshield | | Bandsaw Blades & Accessories | Taxidermy | | Sprayers | Table legs | | Dimar products | Sanding Supplies | | Canadian Woodworking & Home Improvement Magazine | "Info Zones" Seminars | | Black and Decker | Router Bits | | Sanding Mops | Hand & Power Tools | | Pens, pen turning supplies & demos | Carving competition | | V-Drum Sanders | Router Tables | | Excalibur | Incra Products | | Marine Modelers | | | Canada's #1 Wildfowl Carving Championship | ...and much more! |
... PLUS a continous schedule of seminar speakers...
| Please visit Oscar's Family Restaurant after the show 835 Victoria Street N. (519) 570-3559 Kitchener, Ont. $1 off admission coupons (with purchase) available at Oscar's. and $1 off admission coupons available (with 20L. purchase) at Pioneer, Shantz Station Road, Breslau (between Kitchener and Guelph on Hwy 7)
| Host Hotel:
Victoria Motel 1-866-662-7900 1175 Victoria St N, Kitchener, ON | Friday 12 to 6 Saturday 10 to 6 Sunday 10 to 5 Site of Interest: The Windsor Wood Carving Museum: Exhibiting skilled craftsmanship through the medium of wood. Click here for more info.
As Canadians, we owe our Veterans a debt of gratitude we can never repay. For this reason, it is important for Canadians to show their support and gratitude -- not just on November 11, but every opportunity that comes along -- to the courageous men and women who risked everything and to those who continue to do so that we may continue to enjoy our freedom and peaceful way of life.
The management and staff of the K-W Woodworking Show would like to say "Thank You" for what you have done and continue to do. 
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