The Southern Piedmont Woodturners Association leases a large space here at ClearWater Arts Center & Studios (Studio 122), and has about 65-70 members. See their Artist Page on this website, for images; and/or their own website for more info. Southern Piedmont Woodturners (SPW) has changed its regular monthly meeting schedule for the New Year (2026), from 3rd Tuesday evening to 4th Saturday morning. Non-members are welcome to attend the first time for free. “Open Turning” and Workshop events for members occur regularly. Any participation in turning activities, unless advertised as a Public Workshop, is only allowed after joining the club and taking appropriate training.
February 2026 Monthly Meeting Demonstration: TBA (please check back to see February Program. This space will be updated)
Southern Piedmont Woodturners January Regular Meeting + Workshop:
Date: Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026
Following the meeting, SPW aims to hold a workshop (at 1:00) on making the same form as that presented in the demonstration at the meeting.
Workshops are open to SPW members only at this time.
Membership in the SPW can be gained online, via their club website, https://spwoodturners.com/
For more info on the group and the venue, see ClearWaterArtists.com
SPW has two large overhead screens for showing a demonstrator’s hands up close
Safe turning methods are taught and various turning days held for members monthly!
The Southern Piedmont Woodturners meet for fellowship and technical demonstrations at our studio (#122) at ClearWater Arts Center & Studios, 223 Crowell Drive NW, Concord, NC 28025.
Members bring items to demonstrate how previous demonstrators have influenced their work. We also have a raffle of items to raise funds for the club.
In addition to ClearWater Arts Center & Studios, the SPW is associated with the Cabarrus County Arts Council (CCAC), the American Association of Woodturners (AAW), and the North Carolina Woodturners Association (NCWA).
To inquire about club activities, see the club website. Or, you may call the ClearWater Arts Center and speak with ClearWater Coordinator, Sarah Gay at 704-920-6600 who can help direct your call.
A typical monthly meeting with demonstrator showing a technique of interest.
