You can pick your friends. You can pick your beer. But can you pick . . . a lock? 

Join us on May 15th from 7:00 - 9:00 PM as we embark on an ancient mechanical adventure to explore the inner workings of a modern lock, first developed by the Mesopotamians and Egyptians over 4,000 years ago. Led by lockpickers Eric Michaud and Jamie Schwettmann, this workshop will cover – soup to nuts – everything you need to know about how common locks work . . . and how to pick them open. Whether you're a complete novice curious to find out what "pin-tumbler" really means, a homeowner protecting your family's treasures, or a veteran lockpicker with questions about advanced locks and techniques, this event is for you! 

With two solid hours of history, mechanical diagrams ("lock pr0n") and hands-on lockpicking instruction, first we'll open your minds, and then we'll open some locks! To properly learn this ancient art, you'll need the proper tools. By registering for a ticket with a lockpick set, this guarantees you a seat at the workshop, and reserves – all for you – a brand-new 10-piece custom lockpick set by Southern Specialties, hand-picked by Eric and Jamie to maximize utility for beginners and locksport enthusiasts alike, and offered for only $30. If you already have some picks you're itching to practice with, you can bring them along, and your workshop cost is only $50! 

BONUS: TechShop members get $20 off a ticket! Contact TechShop San Jose to get the discount code. 

P.S. Visit the College of Lockpicking School Store at http://shop.collegeoflockpicking.com to pick up custom lockpicking accessories and limited edition goodies as they become available! Don't forget to Like our Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/CollegeOfLockpicking ) and follow @lockpickcollege on Twitter, to get updates about this and future lockpicking events across the country and around the world!  

Space is limited, so make sure to register today!