The future of woodworking: spending a day with Boston's finest students

  

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Playing the Saw -

Last week, Tom was invited to visit Harvard University to speak to a group of woodworking hobbyists at Eliot House. A man of unexpected talents, Tom surprises undergrads Raafi Alidina and Oliver Strand with a rendition of the Harvard Fight Song "Veritas," played on a crosscut hand saw!

A visit with the North Bennett Street School -

Earlier that day, Tom lectured at the North Bennett Street School (NBSS) in Boston. Tom addressed the students of cabinet and furniture making on the basic principles of starting a successful business. Well aware of the challenges presented in the current economy, the group was especially interested in the company's ability to survive, and to thrive, during the recent recession.

North Bennett Street School -

The North Bennett Street students at work in their woodshop.

Thanks to our fine hosts during this trip to Boston. It's great to see creative, young minds hard at work!