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1
8:30 AM08:30
Upcoming events at unCommon Construction
Jul
16
5:30 PM17:30
DIY Leadership Camp Onboarding
Through a strategic partnership between unCommon Construction and the Devoted Dreamers Foundation, rising 9th and 10th graders across New Orleans will come together to learn basic construction and tool skills as part of their leadership development journey and experience moments of goal setting, reflection, and celebration of their growth.
This two day intensive will take place from 8:30-3:30 on 7/20/26 and 7/21/26 and there will me a mandatory onboarding that a parent or guardian must attend on 7/16 from 5:30-7 and a celebration on 7/24 from 5:30-6:30. Please only apply if you can attend all sessions.
Transportation and meals will be provided.
APPLY HERE!
Jul
20
to Jul 21
DIY Leadership Camp
Through a strategic partnership between unCommon Construction and the Devoted Dreamers Foundation, rising 9th and 10th graders across New Orleans will come together to learn basic construction and tool skills as part of their leadership development journey and experience moments of goal setting, reflection, and celebration of their growth.
This two day intensive will take place from 8:30-3:30 on 7/20/26 and 7/21/26 and there will me a mandatory onboarding that a parent or guardian must attend on 7/16 from 5:30-7 and a celebration on 7/24 from 5:30-6:30. Please only apply if you can attend all sessions.
Transportation and meals will be provided.
Apply HERE!
Jul
24
5:30 PM17:30
DIY Leadership Camp Celebration!
Through a strategic partnership between unCommon Construction and the Devoted Dreamers Foundation, rising 9th and 10th graders across New Orleans will come together to learn basic construction and tool skills as part of their leadership development journey and experience moments of goal setting, reflection, and celebration of their growth.
This two day intensive will take place from 8:30-3:30 on 7/20/26 and 7/21/26 and there will me a mandatory onboarding that a parent or guardian must attend on 7/16 from 5:30-7 and a celebration on 7/24 from 5:30-6:30. Please only apply if you can attend all sessions.
Transportation and meals will be provided.
APPLY HERE!
Jul
31
8:30 AM08:30
Aug
18
12:00 PM12:00
Building to Scale Webinar
Learn about the needs and strategy to expand uCC to your location. Register HERE.
Sep
26
5:00 PM17:00
Annual Birthday Bash
Mark your calendars! This high-energy 2026 gathering brings together hundreds of unCommon Construction apprentices, alumni, industry partners, and supporters for an unforgettable evening of inspiration, connection, and community impact. Enjoy live entertainment, food and drinks, a silent auction, and exclusive opportunities to engage with and support our mission.
Tickets & Sponsorships available at www.uncommonconstruction.org/birthday
Guests are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes.
Jun
16
12:00 PM12:00
Virtual unCommon 101 - Summer 2026!
This session is for anyone looking to learn more about unCommon’s mission, model, and current work and interested in thinking about how they could support unCommon’s mission in the future.
Jun
9
8:30 AM08:30
Energy & Bike Electrification Class with Matt Candler
Step into the future with hands-on training in one of the fastest-growing industries in the world- electrification! In this interactive and high-energy class, you’ll learn how electric bikes, vehicles, and everyday appliances actually work, and why they’re transforming the way we live, work, and build.
Work alongside others to build a fully functioning electric bike that’s ready to ride by the end of class! Whether you're curious about clean energy, love working with your hands, or want to explore new career skills, this is your chance to learn by doing.
Want more? Participants will get exclusive early access to register for our next advanced class, where you can build your very own electric bike from start to finish. Secure your spot and be first in line on June 9th!
May
27
11:00 AM11:00
Blood Drive
unCommon Construction is proud to partner with The Blood Center New Orleans to host another community Blood Drive focused on saving lives. Your donation can help ensure lifesaving blood is available when it’s needed most. Help us, help others and sign up TODAY!
May
14
4:00 PM16:00
Hard Hat Happy Hour
Join us for an afternoon happy hour and tour of unCommon’s new campus! Beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages will be served.
Please RSVP here!
May
12
8:30 AM08:30
Contractors, Coffee & Convos
Start your work week off with great energy and conversations among construction professionals! Sign up HERE.
May
7
12:00 PM12:00
Virtual unCommon 101 - Spring 2026
This session is for anyone looking to learn more about unCommon’s mission, model, and current work and interested in thinking about how they could support unCommon’s mission in the future.
Apr
22
11:30 AM11:30
H2BH: Intro to Hand Tools
Join unCommon Construction for an engaging beginner-friendly workshop. You’ll learn how to safely use essential hand tools like hand saws, chisels and hammers, squares, marking knives, miter boxes, and rasps to kick off your woodworking journey. Register HERE!
Apr
16
6:00 PM18:00
NCCER Core @ unCommon with ABC Bayou
Presented by unCommon Construction & ABC Bayou
NCCER Core is the foundational, industry-recognized curriculum required before advancing to any NCCER Level 1 craft specialization. It covers essential skills, including basic safety, construction math, hand/power tools, construction drawings, rigging, communication, and employability skills. Completion provides digital badges and prepares individuals for entry-level construction jobs.
April 13 - July 16, Mondays & Thursdays 6-9pm. Sign up with us today!
Apr
15
3:30 PM15:30
Spring Opportunity Fair
uCC’s Opportunity Fair is an opportunity for youth and partners to network and connect. Whether you have immediate job opportunities or not, your participation is critical to helping our youth gain valuable exposure to the jobs and careers that await after graduation. While there is no expectation that apprentices will be hired on the spot, our aim is to use this opportunity to find a good match for our youth and partners.
For more information or to register your company for the Opportunity Fair, click HERE.
Apr
15
1:00 PM13:00
Building to Scale
Learn about the needs and strategy to expand uCC to your location. Register HERE.
Apr
13
6:00 PM18:00
NCCER Core @ unCommon with ABC Bayou
Presented by unCommon Construction & ABC Bayou
NCCER Core is the foundational, industry-recognized curriculum required before advancing to any NCCER Level 1 craft specialization. It covers essential skills, including basic safety, construction math, hand/power tools, construction drawings, rigging, communication, and employability skills. Completion provides digital badges and prepares individuals for entry-level construction jobs.
April 13 - July 16, Mondays & Thursdays 6-9pm. Sign up with us today!
Apr
11
9:00 AM09:00
Community Build Day
Join uCC New Orleans apprentices for a day of hands-on learning and building at our Community Build Day! Learn skills from and alongside unCommon’s high school apprentices. Lunch will be provided.
Register HERE to volunteer for our Community Build Day. NOTE: Volunteers must be at least 18 years old and out of high school.
This build day is sponsored by Airbnb.
Mar
20
11:00 AM11:00
Open Studio
Open Studio offers apprentices and approved participants access to campus tools and workspace to practice skills and work on projects, with unCommon staff on site for safety and general support.
Come build your skills and join our next session!
To sign up, please email info@uncommonconstruction.org with the subject line “Open Studio”.
Suggested Donation: $20/hr
Mar
19
4:00 PM16:00
Hard Hat Happy Hour
Join us for an afternoon happy hour and tour of unCommon’s new campus! Beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages will be served.
Please RSVP here!
Mar
19
2:00 PM14:00
Open Studio
Open Studio offers apprentices and approved participants access to campus tools and workspace to practice skills and work on projects, with unCommon staff on site for safety and general support.
Come build your skills and join our next session!
To sign up, please email info@uncommonconstruction.org with the subject line “Open Studio”.
Suggested Donation: $20/hr
Mar
18
2:00 PM14:00
Open Studio
Open Studio offers apprentices and approved participants access to campus tools and workspace to practice skills and work on projects, with unCommon staff on site for safety and general support.
Come build your skills and join our next session!
To sign up, please email info@uncommonconstruction.org with the subject line “Open Studio”.
Suggested Donation: $20/hr
Mar
17
6:00 PM18:00
Handy to be Handy: How to Change a Tire and Fix a Flat
Join our hands-on, participatory training on fixing a flat tire. Learn how to find leaks and use the tools and techniques to repair and plug tires with confidence.
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Registration is closed! Please email laci@uncommonconstruction.org to join the wait list.
Mar
13
12:00 PM12:00
Building to Scale
Learn about the needs and strategy to expand uCC to your location. Register HERE.
Mar
12
10:00 AM10:00
Handy to be Handy: How to Change a Tire and Fix a Flat
Join our hands-on, participatory training on fixing a flat tire. Learn how to find leaks and use the tools and techniques to repair and plug tires with confidence.
Sign up HERE! Course Fee: $25
Mar
2
5:30 PM17:30
unCommon 101 - Spring 2025
This session is for anyone looking to learn more about unCommon’s mission, model, and current work and interested in thinking about how they could support unCommon’s mission in the future.
Feb
20
12:00 PM12:00
Building to Scale
Learn about the needs and strategy to expand uCC to your location. Register HERE.
Jan
27
10:00 AM10:00
An unCommon Blood Drive
This National Blood Donor Month, unCommon Construction is proud to partner with The Blood Center New Orleans to host a community Blood Drive focused on saving lives. Your donation can help ensure lifesaving blood is available when it’s needed most. Help us, help others and sign up TODAY!
Don't see an open slot? No worries, just drop by. Walk-ins are welcome!
Donors will receive TWO complimentary t-shirts from The Blood Center and unCommon Construction.
Jan
16
11:00 AM11:00
Open Studio
Open Studio is a designated time for apprentices and approved participants to use the Campus’s tools and space for projects and learning. unCommon staff will be present to monitor safety and provide general support for participants to practice skills, work on personal projects, and access equipment.
To sign up, please email info@uncommonconstruction.org with the subject line “Open Studio”.
Suggested Donation: $20/hr
Jan
15
2:00 PM14:00
Open Studio
Open Studio is a designated time for apprentices and approved participants to use the Campus’s tools and space for projects and learning. unCommon staff will be present to monitor safety and provide general support for participants to practice skills, work on personal projects, and access equipment.
To sign up, please email info@uncommonconstruction.org with the subject line “Open Studio”.
Suggested Donation: $20/hr
Jan
14
2:00 PM14:00
Open Studio
Open Studio is a designated time for apprentices and approved participants to use the Campus’s tools and space for projects and learning. unCommon staff will be present to monitor safety and provide general support for participants to practice skills, work on personal projects, and access equipment.
To sign up, please email info@uncommonconstruction.org with the subject line “Open Studio”.
Suggested Donation: $20/hr
Jan
8
6:00 PM18:00
Mardi Gras Ladder Box Seats 1/8 PM
In this participatory, hands-on workshop you will build your own Mardi Gras ladder seat. Participants will cut, assemble, and paint their own project and get practice with a handful of skills and tools that are useful in many projects. Ladder not included.
Jan
8
10:00 AM10:00
Mardi Gras Ladder Box Seats 1/8
In this participatory, hands-on workshop you will build your own Mardi Gras ladder seat. Participants will cut, assemble, and paint their own project and get practice with a handful of skills and tools that are useful in many projects. Ladder not included.
Dec
18
6:00 PM18:00
Behold the Tape Measure 12/18 6PM
Fraction math got you intimidated? Don’t trust your own measurements? This is a hands-on, participatory workshop practicing accuracy in measuring and marking and applying some of the lesser-known uses and tricks of this common job site tool.
Dec
18
1:00 PM13:00
Behold the Tape Measure 12/18 1PM
Fraction math got you intimidated? Don’t trust your own measurements? This is a hands-on, participatory workshop practicing accuracy in measuring and marking and applying some of the lesser-known uses and tricks of this common job site tool.
Dec
18
10:00 AM10:00
Behold the Hammer 12/18
Ever been too nervous to try a project? Tired of bent nails all over the floor? In this hands-on workshop, we’ll demystify the hammer, practice driving nails with perfection, and learn more of the lesser-known uses of...The Hammer!
