The Mill Hollow Heritage Association (MHHA) will be offering a demonstration of old woodworking skills at Chase’s Mill in Mill Hollow, 801 Rt 123, East Alstead.  Jason Breen of West Brattleboro will demonstrate the use of old molding planes to make moldings while Wade Smith of East Alstead will demonstrate “riving” or the splitting of wood for boards, fence rails, and shingles. This event is free however donations will be accepted.

Jason Breen builds custom furniture, wooden ware and timber frames at his studio in West Brattleboro, Vermont.  A member of the Guild of Vermont Furniture Makers and Brattleboro West Arts, Mr Breen has shown work around the state in group exhibits. Much of his work is inspired by the hand tools he inherited from family.

Wade Smith  is a 22-year veteran of the boatbuilding trade and is active in the design and implementation of experiential learning programs. One of three instructors of the WoodenBoat School's 2-week “flagship class”, Wade is a past Director of the John Gardner Boat Shop, at Mystic Seaport Museum.