Presidents Message – July

Fellow Turners: The July meeting was very well attended and for those of you who were unable to attend, the mystery man, Hal Simmons, presented an enjoyable demonstration. He reminded us that things don’t always go as planned, but then, that is why I enjoy turning so much. If every piece turned out as [...]

July 25th, 2008 | Category: Presidents Message

AAW Board message to members

The 2008 Symposium in Richmond, Virginia, is now behind us – and what a great symposium it was! Were it possible for each member to be there, I’m sure everyone would have been excited about his or her experience. I find that just being with and talking to the fine people that make up the [...]

July 23rd, 2008 | Category: Presidents Message

Presidents Message – July

Fellow Turners: I hope you enjoyed the 4th. of July holiday and are ready to do some fun turning. This is just a friendly reminder to bring one of your pieces to our next meeting for show and tell. I plan on bringing a bowl which I just finished today. Remember, our meeting is Wednesday [...]

July 7th, 2008 | Category: Presidents Message

June 08 Meeting Notes

Our demonstration for June was Jack Morse. Jack opened the session with some very informative demonstrations of techniques and special purpose jigs he has developed over the years and followed with an off-center square-edged bowl.

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June 26th, 2008 | Category: Notes From Meetings

Grinding Wheels

Prior to the start of the June meeting a few of us were talking about the grinding wheels in stock at Woodcraft. There is so much new information out there that a little refresher is in order.

I am only going to be writing about wheels for woodturners. Since most of us use tools made [...]

June 23rd, 2008 | Category: Presidents Message

Presidents Message – May

Fellow Turners, I want to thank everyone for your continued support of our new club. And again a special thank you to Woodcraft for without their continued support we would not have a place to call home. Additionally, Woodcrafts’ donation of last evenings raffle prizes was very much appreciated. Last evenings demo by Joe Gettys [...]

May 30th, 2008 | Category: Presidents Message
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