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DMWA Meeting

Making a Grain-wrapped Box & Celebrating 40 Years!

Thursday, September 18, 2025 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Learn the secrets to making a box where the grain wraps around all four corners. It takes some planning, careful stock prep, and a specific series of cuts, but most anyone can do it. Vince Ancona, formerly of Woodsmith and ShopNotes magazines, and now contributing editor at WOOD magazine will walk you through the process.

Join us for recognizing DMWA, Inc.’s 40th Anniversary! There will short recognition and cake and ice cream.

Meeting at the Fred Maytag II Scout Center, 6123 Scout Trail, Des Moines 50321.

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