This school is just ghetto and unprofessional. Everyone is all mixed up, from the administrator to…read morethe "teachers" who most only have a high school diploma. One person will tell you one thing and one will tell you another. Don't be pregnant or get sick, because they will hold medical emergencies against you. I know students who have been failed even though they had proof that they passed all the coursework. I regret even coming here, the only reason I'm staying is to finish what I started. I suggest anyone else screwed over by this "school" to report them.

Absolutely best school in the area. Here is a school where you can tell the teachers care. The…read morestudents seem to love it and the plays they put on are amazing. The cosmetology shop does an amazing job and afterwards going to the resturant is a wonderful treat the sweets are great and the meal is done very well. Everyone at this school works hard and does a great job!

This place is fantastic! I've been obsessed with reading about woodworking of all sorts whether it…read morebe magazines, books, you tube videos, etc. I have had a harder time time actually committing any of this newfound book knowledge to use because of the lack of tools. Unfortunately woodworking is one of those hobbies that by and large require a large assortment of tools to do various projects. While many of these tools can be useful for even the regular homeowner into DIY (router, band saw, table saw, palm sander, various hand tools) several other tools are needed depending on the project. While I own most of the tools mentioned above one I don't have is the lathe. It's also one of those tools that I couldn't justify buying without trying because a) Wood spinning at 1000rpm is a little scary b) I would prefer to have some instruction prior to purchase c) Why spend the money on a machine for it to collect dust because I'm just not that into it. Enter Easthampton School of Woodworking/The Workbench. Aside from offering an intensive 6 month cabinet building program they also offer several weeknight and weekend classes that cover various topics. I perused through their list of available classes and saw an introductory lathe class for $80 which accounted for the material for the mallet you would make and also the 6 hours of instruction. Not too shabby. Location/Amenities: This place is pretty flipping stellar Its housed in an old factory building with several different rooms setup with various workbenches for use with hand tools, large woodworking power machinery, and in the back is a room with their lathes available for classes and open shop time. Instructor: Our class was taught by Brian who attended the North Bennet Street School of Woodworking (pretty esteemed school). He did a great job of giving our class of 5 individual instruction when necessary and also partitioning out the group instruction in manageable pieces so as not to inundate us with information. Open Shop Time: While I haven't used this resource I can see where it would be amazing. Aside from having the wood necessary for the project, the amount of machines necessary to dimension rough cut lumber can be quite expensive and take up a lot of space in your workshop area. Many people can't justify the space or the expense to own these machines, or perhaps they're reluctant to buy any of the big power tools because of cost or safety hazards of the machines. The great thing about this place is on Thursdays from 6:30-9:30PM they have open shop where once you demonstrate you can safely use their machines you can log in to a computer that tracks your hours (~$10/hr), and use their machinery. Not only do you have access to their machines but you also can use the staff that is overseeing open shop to ask for help if you run into an issue. I personally don't own a jointer/planer (needed for dimensioning lumber), but I would certainly use theirs and save quite a bit of money buying the wood rough cut vice s4s (smooth on all sides) and finishing it myself. Overall: It was an awesome experience and I'm currently searching Craigslist and auctions for a quality vintage lathe (I'm a sucker for anything old). It's pretty amazing turning a straight piece of wood into a useable tool in the course of an hour. Highly recommended if you have an interest for woodworking, or would like access to larger tools that you may not own. This would also be a good gift for a spouse, sign them up for a class, who doesn't like a guy/girl that can create something with their own two hands.

Had an awesome time at Mark's Herb Chopper class! It was a very fun and relaxed space - perfect for…read morenewbies just learning how to swing a hammer. The instruction was excellent and I'm very happy with how the piece turned out. Would definitely go back for another round!

From the owner: We offer blacksmithing classes for everyone. Come and learn how to forge red hot steel in a working…read moreblacksmith shop. No experience necessary - we will provide everything for you and teach you this ancient art. We have classes that will teach you how to make hand forged items including fire pokers, towel rails, knives, and axes. We are real live Forged in Fire blacksmiths

I desired a high-quality family portrait to display for years to come, so we engaged Lisa's…read moreservices. She assisted us not only with styling but also made the process of capturing multiple excellent shots of my children effortless. Lisa provided a wealth of ideas for various poses and offered guidance on what looks appealing and when. Each photograph exceeded the previous one, making it challenging to select our favorite. Ultimately, she delivered a stunning set of family photos that we will proudly display on our walls for many years.

From the owner: Professional Photographer & Photo Stylist — 37 Years of Experience. Specializing in commercial…read moreproduct photography, modeling and acting portfolios, and real estate photography, with extensive experience in headshots, portraiture, and fine art imagery. After 15 years working as a commercial photographer in NYC, I bring not only technical expertise and creative vision, but also a deep understanding of branding, layout design, and effective visual storytelling. I can assist with descriptive advertising text and layout concepts to help your imagery work seamlessly in your marketing. My goal is simple: to collaborate closely with every client and deliver high-quality, unforgettable images — guiding you through the entire process from concept to final selections with professionalism and care. In addition, I offer comprehensive private and group photography lessons, drawing from 26 years of teaching at local colleges and trade schools. Whether you’re a beginner or a working professional looking to refine your craft, I provide clear, structured, and hands-on instruction. Questions? Call (845) 332-9484

Quality education is definitely worth it, especially for all the basics of culinary arts!…read moreDefinitely had a great system in place with the right staff. Unfortunately, I was part of the last class to go through the Cromwell campus. It was an awesome experience and definitely worth the price tag (which is about the same as ONE year at JWU.)!!!! Would I recommend Lincoln Culinary Institute? YES!!!