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January 2019
Building Disneyland and Working with Walt Disney – featuring Bob Gurr
A Night with the extraordinary BOB GURRALSO: VIP MAKER DINNER EXPERIENCE & Conversation Come meet One of Disney's Greatest Builders Bob Gurr Bob Gurr is a talented and down to earth fellow held in high regard by Disney's greatest. Come hear how he started with Walt Disney and became one of the most respected imagineers in the business. Hear what is was like working with Walt Disney and some of the challenges they faced in creating so many things that had…
Find out more »March 2019
Lie-Nielsen Hand Tool Event 2019
Hand Tool Event Lie-Nielsen With Special Guest Artist Demos Quality Tools and Craftsmanship: Lie-Nielsen Toolworks Mission Statement:Our mission is to design and create beautiful, heirloom quality tools that inspire woodworkers and other artisans. Through exceptional support and education, our customers receive the same personal attention we put into our tools. Lie-Nielsen will be joining us for two full days of hand tool demos and q&a. We had the pleasure of working with them last year as well, and the event…
Find out more »Edgar Loudermilk Band – Featuring Jeff Autry
Bluegrass Concert: Edgar Loudermilk Band - Featuring Jeff Autry Come Join Us for a Fun Night of Bluegrass Music!Edgar Loudermilk and his band will be performing on our cabin stage, and we can't wait for you to hear them. This dynamic group is always fun to listen to. Our cabin from the 1700s in the showroom at Porter Barn Wood sets the perfect backdrop for this groups authentic sound. Seating is limited so be sure to get your tickets in…
Find out more »August 2019
David Parmley & Cardinal Tradition
Hey folks! We are pleased to announce that David Parmley & Cardinal Tradition will be joining us for a Cabin Concert at Porter Barn Wood in August. General admission tickets are only $15 and there is limited seating, so please order soon! We'll be hosting them for the night as they travel through and putting them up on the porch of our cabin for a wonderful bluegrass show. If you have not heard this band live yet (where have…
Find out more »November 2019
4th Annual Bluegrass Festival – Porter Barn Wood
FREE to the public, and one of the best bluegrass festivals in Arizona, the Porter Barn Wood 4th Annual Bluegrass Festival and Open House is a great time to enjoy quality music, great food, and meet the people that build at Porter Barn Wood. Thomas & Emy Porter would like to welcome you and your family to join us for a great time. We will have food trucks provided by Get Local Arizona Events, plenty of tables for dining and…
Find out more »January 2020
Barn Wood Wall Coverings Demo
WHEN: Saturday, January 11th. TIME: 10:00am WHERE: PORTER BARN WOOD SHOWROOM COST: FREE Come join us for an extensive demo on how to choose, mill, and install lumber for your wood wall project. These techniques will translate well to new materials as well as barn wood, so get ready to learn how to install like a pro. We'll cover the tools needed, industry pro tips and tricks and more. This demo is FREE to the public and no RSVP needed.…
Find out more »AZ Woodworkers Flag Case Building (Private)
The AZ Woodworkers will be building flag cases as a club activity on Saturday, January 18th. If you're interested in joining the AZ Fine Woodworkers and being a part of their workshops, please visit their website at http://azwoodworkers.com/ to find out more. This event is closed to the public and only available to embers of the AZ Woodworkers.
Find out more »February 2020
***Canceled *** Sliding Door Workshop Demo
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED (we will reschedule for a later date, sorry for the inconvenience) We are going to dive in to the world of door making for sliding doors. We will show some of our tips and tricks for creating great looking doors and install tips and tricks for those of you wanting to DIY. We'll start with wood selection, and door construction, and finish it off with hardware selection and install. We'll also cover some specialty solutions…
Find out more »Scott Grove – Working with Veneer (Paid Class)
AZ Fine Wood Workers is putting together a workshop class with Scott Grove. The class will be open to the public and discounted to members. Where: Porter Barn Wood Workshop/Showroom When: February 29th, 2020 Time: 2-7pm Cost: To Be Determined - AZ Woodworkers Club members receive discounts on all workshops. Scott Grove is a self-taught seasoned woodworker known for layers of artistic expression and unconventional techniques. He maintains his own studio in western New York and has worked as studio director…
Find out more »March 2020
Dining Tables Workshop Demo
We're going to dive in to a more intermediate demo, showing you how to laminate boards for a dining table top. We'll also cover basic design and the function and styles of different table bases. We'll dive in to tips and tricks for making your build easier and explain some of the services we offer as well for getting some of the large machine processes done here if you like. We'll cover wood selection and basic glue up techniques as…
Find out more »Industry Secret Patina and Freestyle Metal Canvas Workshop
Industry Secret Patinas and Paints Thomas Porter will be conducting a hands-on pro-patina class covering the following topics: Rocket Fast Rusty Patinas - Including textural rusty patterns Distressing / Blackening Antique Copper from Steel Artistic Distressed Paint Jobs Matte Clear Coat Finishes for Multiple Material Types There will be a 20"x30" galvanized steel canvas (plywood backed) provided for a freestyle art project that you will take home. This metal canvas will be used by you at the end of the…
Find out more »May 2020
Community Blood Drive Sponsored by: Porter Barn Wood
Community Blood Drive sponsored by Porter Barn Wood. Advanced appointments are required. To schedule an appointment visit BloodHero.com (Sponsor Code: PorterBW) We are looking forward to working with Vitalant to provide needed blood donations for Arizona. We need friends of PBW and the community to join us for a day of blood donations from our showroom. Set up an appointment and help us give back. How to set up an appointment: Visit www.bloodhero.com using sponsor code: PorterBW Download the PDF…
Find out more »November 2020
Merry Makings Live Wreath Workshop
Merry Makings Live Wreath Workshop The workshop will teach you, step-by-step how to create your one of a kind Christmas Wreath. Fresh evergreens, foliage, berries, pine cones, and an assortment of ribbons and other festive pretties.
Find out more »March 2021
Vitalant Blood Drive @ Porter Barn Wood
You are invited to Porter Barn Wood for a COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE Sponsored/Hosted by: Porter Barn Wood Thursday, March 4th, 2021 12:00pm - 4:00pm In Our Showroom: 901 S. 7th St. Phoenix, Az 85034 https://www.bloodhero.com/index.cfm?group=op&hlc=PorterBW&hostlookupcode=PorterBW
Find out more »Private Event – Branches Homeschool Mother/Son Night
Mother / Son fun night for Branches Biltmore Campus Homeschool group.
Find out more »April 2021
Wood Wall Demo Class – FREE
We will be hosting a FREE wood walls demo in the showroom at Porter Barn Wood. If you are interested in learning how to apply wood to a surface inside your home this is a great opportunity to learn about all the tricks and tools necessary to get the job done. We'll be providing seating. There will be plenty of time for Q&A as well as time to browse the yard for different materials. Participants in the wall demonstration will…
Find out more »Succulent Art Hands-on Class – Open to Public
We have brought in thousands of artificial succulents for you to choose from and build fun decorative wall hangings and other fun objects. Bring your imagination and build some crafts with us. Pay for only what you use. Make a small project. Build a big one! We'll have tables set up with stations to build your own project and select from various plant types. RSVP ahead of time, please, using the form below... More info to come.
Find out more »Our Block Co “Block Party” Luncheon for Architects/Designers
Our Block Co. is hosting a luncheon and open house to provide information and a hands on look at the current lineup of breeze blocks and wall tile offerings. RSVP is required to attend and you must be a licensed architect or professional designer. Block samples will be given to all attendees. RSVP using the form below. +1's are accepted. If you have any questions feel free to email us at sales@ourblockco.com
Find out more »May 2021
Vitalant Blood Drive – PBW Showroom
We set up blood drives right in the showroom at Porter Barn Wood. Join the staff in helping make sure that people's lives are saved by donating precious supplies of blood. You can sign up online and they can often take walk-ins. Help us make a huge difference and hang out in a cool environment while doing it. Snacks and good scenery are free. 🙂 Follow the link below to make an appointment today! LINK: CLICK HERE TO SCHEDULE AN…
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