The Dallas Area Woodturners (DAW) is a club dedicated to advancing woodturning for turners at all levels and promoting wood art for everyone. Established in 1996, DAW's mission is to provide education, guidance, and creativity stimulation for members, including beginners and professionals. The club focuses on sharing information and techniques to help novices learn and grow in woodturning. DAW is actively involved in community service through woodturning, supporting initiatives like Beads of Courage and The North Texas Food Bank’s Empty Bowls Fundraiser. Meetings include demonstrations by well-known woodturners, fostering a collaborative learning environment for members.