Familiar sounds were heard again at Reimer Center — the buzz of a sander, the steady hum of a drill, and the laughter of boys who were focused yet full of enthusiasm as they worked in the workshop. Another boys’ workshop took place here, where they had the opportunity not only to create something with their hands, but also to feel like real men.
This time, the boys were once again learning basic but very important skills: sawing, drilling, sanding, and working with wood and tools. For some, it was their first time holding a drill, while others confidently showed how to properly secure a piece or sand it evenly. There was no rush — every step was explained, and every mistake was seen as part of the learning process.
A special atmosphere filled the workshop: support, teamwork, and genuine interest. Older boys helped the younger ones, someone gave advice, someone held the workpiece, someone simply encouraged others. In these simple moments, something more than a wooden product was being created — character was being shaped.
For the boys, this workshop was about more than just tools. It was about responsibility, attentiveness, patience, and self-confidence. About learning to work, to finish what you start, and not being afraid to take on new challenges. This is especially important today, when children are growing up in the difficult realities of war and so deeply need stability and positive role models.
Reimer Center continues to be a place where boys can be boys: learning, trying, making mistakes, and growing. Through these simple yet very valuable workshops, we help them gain not only practical skills, but also faith in themselves and in their future.
