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From ancient Egypt to modern times, the skill and art of woodworking continues to hold a place in society. And as WXXI's Need to Know recently learned, if anything it's a craft with benefits that might far outweigh what you might expect. At least that's the case for one local woodworking program which has been teaching teens not only how to build furniture, but also character, personal value, and respect. Take a look. Aired 3/24/17.

Rochester, NY artist Amy Grigg has been an artist for many years, but it wasn't until she discovered wood working that she felt she had discovered her true passion. Watch as she turns a piece of a tree trunk into a functional work of art. Aired 9/2/16.