Men's Community Shed of Ruston, Inc.

Ruston Community Men’s Shed is a welcoming, inclusive space where people of all ages and backgrounds can come together to connect, create, and support one another. Inspired by the global Men’s Shed movement, our organization promotes fellowship, skill-sharing, and community service through hands-on projects and meaningful social interaction.

Our members work on personal projects, as well as working collaboratively on woodworking, repair, and service projects that benefit local organizations, veterans, and community initiatives.  Beyond building projects, we focus on building friendships, reducing social isolation, and fostering a sense of purpose and belonging.

Ruston Community Men’s Shed is open to anyone who enjoys learning, mentoring, creating, and giving back to the community in a supportive and friendly environment.

Our Moto: "Shoulder-to-Shoulder" 

Testimonials

"Men's Sheds are designed as a place for retired men to gather, make new friendships, laugh, talk, and feel more productive by completing projects for themselves and others. The main goal is to overcome loneliness, isolation and depression. But Ms. Beulah's dream went even farther-she envisioned a place where men and women of all ages could be involved. And so, the Ruston Community Men's Shed was born and has grown into one of the fastest growing Men's Sheds."

"The Ruston Community Men's Shed has a solid core of members who want to share this gift with other men and women in the Ruston area. As we reflect on the events of the past seven years, we realize that a lot of friendships have developed because of the Men's Shed.  Our membership has truly become the community of Beulah's dreams."

"I personally met so many new friends thru the Ruston Community Men's Shed. Allowing the women to be a part of this organization has been such a benefit."

"I have my own woodworking shop, but enjoy going to the Men's Shed for the comradery and social interaction with other craftsmen and women. It's nice to be able to ask for suggestions or guidance on how to do something or learn to use a new tool. I also enjoy sharing my skills with others. The relationships we build are more important and longer lasting than the project being constructed. The Men's Shed has been a great addition to our community."