Tools 101: A Toolbox Event

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No Experience? No Judgement. Build Confidence with Hand & Power Tools!

Always wanted to feel confident using tools but didn’t know where to start?Tools 101 is a welcoming, hands-on workshop designed for women and anyone who wasn’t socialized to handle tools growing up. In this 4-hour class, you’ll get real, hands-on time with hand tools and power tools—including drills, impact drivers, saws, and sanders—in a space where all questions are welcome and no prior experience is needed. What You’ll LearnHand Tools — Hammers, screwdrivers, tape measures, levels, wrenches, and pliers. Learn correct handling and safety basics.Drills &amp; Impact Drivers — Drill holes, drive screws, change bits, and adjust torque settings for different materials.Power Saws — Safe operation of jigsaws, reciprocating saws, circular saws, and chop saws. Learn which saw to reach for and when.Sanding &amp; Finishing — Orbital and palm sanders, grit selection, and proper dust cleanup. This workshop is part of The Tool Box, BBR’s networking and community series for women and gender-diverse folks in the building trades. Come to learn, come to connect, and come ready to get your hands on some tools.****Photo/Video Consent and General ReleaseBy registering for this class, I hereby authorize Boston Building Resources to use pictures of me taken in a photograph, digital image, or video. I hereby release Boston Building Resources, its agents or employees, as well as any and all users and exhibitors of said pictures, from any and all claims, demands, accountings, and causes for which the aforesaid video, digital image, or photograph likeness may be used pursuant to this Consent and General Release. It is also my understanding that I will receive no compensation for my likeness or testimonial. If I opt out, I will inform staff at the registration desk before class stating that I do not want to be in photos.

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