At the start of the "bench with through tenons) I had some knowledge of how to use a table saw and…read moreband saw. I've always been a just figure it out kinda guy but wanted more concrete skills. Ed and Randy definitely helped me with that. They are both very skilled and patient. We used a variety of techniques a various tools to complete the project. I left with a much better understanding of how to execute ideas and cuts.

Google is not letting me write this review, so I will post it here:…read more Ed and Randy offer something that is hard to find anywhere else - a unique, hands-on learning experience where you are introduced to various woodworking tools, techniques, and principles, all while crafting your own furniture piece from scratch. Ed is a true master - one of the first graduates of the world-renowned Krenov School of Fine Woodworking. It's under his close supervision and attention you will learn and build in a spacious, fully equipped shop. I walked into the beginner furniture and cabinet making class with a simple expectation to build something out of wood, but I walked out with a new mindset, a sense of great accomplishment and courage to continue pursuing learning this amazing craft...and I made beautiful oak bench. Thank you Ed and Randy. I hope to be back in the near future to continue learning from you.

I've been participating in Main Line School Night for years and have attended a wide variety of…read moreclasses from cooking to crafting to fitness to lectures on various topics. I've also attended some of their bus trips, although the most recent one I'd signed up for to the Brooklyn Museum was cancelled due to low enrollment, which was disappointing. They have a great variety of offerings, and the teachers I've had have all been friendly and knowledgeable. While many of their sessions are during evenings and weekends, there are also quite a few that take place mid-day during the week. If you have a Monday-Friday 9-5 day job, they're not really accessible, which is unfortunate.

I thought Main Line School was for the community. Under the new Director we now must be a member to…read moreregister for classes unlike before when we could take classes as a nonmember. Membership substantially increases the fee to take a class when all one may want to take and can only afford one class per year. This is bad policy.

I took two courses at PFW and they were well worth it. I didn't know anything about woodworking…read moreexcept for what I learned in shop class in 7th grade, basic stuff. Here, they show you how to use each tool, with safety in mind. You are explained the details about wood grain and how it warps, and you get thorough answers to questions you may have. If you are a woman considering taking a course here, you will not get that 'I don't belong here' feeling, you know what I'm talking about ladies. The two instructors are pleasant and professional. The only thing I felt a little iffy about was walking to my car in that neighborhood after class, because you have to park in the street or take public transit, I'm not familiar with the area and it seems a little shady at first glance. I'm from a different ghetto, maybe if I knew this neighborhood better it wouldn't be so bad. Look it up on street view, it's in a residential area, no restaurants in short walking distance to get lunch so bring your own, but the instructors usually have lunch for the students. Unless you're vegetarian, definitely bring your own or you'll be taking a chance. They also have a pot of coffee and a snack to munch on at breakfast.

I recently finished the Total Beginner's class. Before this, I had no woodworking experience…read morewhatsoever. After a series of evening courses, I'm now much more confident in using tools, thinking about setting up a small home woodshop, and I have a new, beautiful bookcase in my house. The class had a mix of younger and older people, men and women, folks with all sorts of backgrounds, income levels, city v. suburbs. The instructors, Mario and Alan, give a good balance between keeping the class going overall and individual attention while working on each phase of the project. I can attest that they are both very patient and personable. Both Alan and Mario love woodworking and you learn as much from talking through tools or a particular project you might be thinking about for your house as you do from the more formal elements of the course. If you're thinking about woodworking as a hobby or want to see how furniture really comes together, I highly recommend this course.

I got to sit in with my partner for her initial interview with Fortis and had a great experience…read more Although I myself won't be attending, I would recommend a program at Fortis for anyone looking to enter one of the many programs they have solely based on the experience I had. We spoke with great advisors (Kasey, Aaron, Jany) who were thorough and answered every question and showed their clean and bright facility. My partner will be starting her journey there and I'm happy to see her finish because Fortis is focused not only on enrollment but the completion rate of their students which is admirable. 10/10

great school very nice people teac are nice a lot of space very clean you can learn a lot form this…read moreschool

Not only all of the above/below, they not only…read more a)annoy me constantly w/automated surveys w/ridiculously framed wording about whether "blah blah blah marriage should only be between one man and one woman" b)cast their ridiculous survey results in further doubt, given their repeated calls to my identical number in rapid succession (same hour today, in fact) with the exact same question. to put on my silly conspiracy hat for a sec - is the software set up to keep calling back until ppl "answer" the way they want (for poorly constructed survey purposes) by yelling and hanging up? Thankfully, these clowns are their own worst enemy...

Terrific peer learning group for retirees. You'll learn a lot and meet bright engaged people.read more

I just joined; hence my 4 of 5…read more So far, I am impressed by the purpose of the group, the two lectures I have heard (on gender and choreography and on symbolism in Baltic painting), the friendliness of members, the wonderful and easy-to-reach indoor location, and the fact that so many women are active in Quest.

I am happy to say, new management has been working to improve the organization. This area was hit…read morehard during Covid. However, the programs that are provided are amazing. GED, CNA, CDA, forklift operator, CDL and enrichment programs. This area is a historic location near the underground railway. can't wait to see this.

From the owner: Montgomery County OIC specializes in adult literacy programs such as Pre-Apprenticeship Program,…read moreGED, ESL and adult basic education. Throughout the year, we offer many programs to the community including our spring break college tour in Virginia, Camp Xtreme STEM program, and Before/After School Care. Our community outreach program, The Norristown Project, focuses on improving conditions in the community through volunteer and community service projects.