Artist Woodturners
February 05 Newsletter

 

By now things have quieted down since Ivan, some resemblance of normal has arrived. If you are one of the homeowners still reeling from Ivan you have our thoughts and prayers. If you need some help please let the club know.

 

If you are not presently a member of AAW you are encouraged to join. With the membership comes a subscription to their quarterly magazine, receive a directory of AAW members, and are insured if you decide to do a demonstration for the club. The membership is just $35 per year.

 

We have planned a web sight demonstration by Danny Haggard, Sharpening Demo by Al McCoy, and George McClure will have a demo on making a stamp dispenser.

 

Members who have a problem with sharpening tools are encouraged to bring the tools they are having trouble sharpening. Al will have his sharpening rig set up to help you maintain your tools in top-notch condition. This demo is not just to bring your tools for sharpening, but also to help maintain the cutting edge at all time during the turning procedure while you are in your shop. A sharp tool is a must for efficient turning.

 

The Presidents challenge for the month of February will be "Turn something you have never turned" the committee wants the club to participate in this and all other challenges so that we all become better turners.

 

Do not forget about show and tell. Bring in your creations that you have turned since last we met. This is part of learning the art of turning. SHOW AND TELL.

 

 The panel will conduct "Question and answer"; the membership had a positive reaction to this segment. The committee decided that this was very instructive. Bring your questions for discussion and answers.

 

Please update your e-mail address or any other information for keeping you informed as to the happenings of the club.

 

The next turner scheduled for a demonstration is Donald Derry in April.