The Grand Valley Woodcarvers Club was established in the spring of 1988 by a small group of enthusiastic carvers dedicated to promoting wood carvings as an art. The club operates under a constitution and regulations carried out under the aegis of a Board of Directors.

While the Grand Valley Woodcarvers provides numerous benefits for its members, none is more obvious than the fellowship experienced as carvers meet each Thursday evening. Here beginners and experienced carvers sit elbow to elbow learning and sharing skills. Carvers have access to an excellent, growing reference library which contains illustrated books, reference books, demonstration videos, study bills, patterns, and general reference materials.

Senior carvers provide guidance and assistance to beginners. Formalized presentations on carving, texturing, painting and related topics are scheduled throughout the season. Shows/exhibitions, carving classes and excursions enhance our overall program.

The Grand Valley Woodcarvers Club welcomes individuals interested in woodcarving to visit the club on scheduled meeting nights.

The meetings are held on Thursday evenings from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. with carving instruction beginning at 7:00 pm., at the Mannheim Community Centre in the village of Mannheim, just west of Kitchener.