Posted in Presidents Message on Oct 2nd, 2009 Comments Off
October President’s Message
From: Robert F. Greenberg To: Atlanta Woodturners Guild
Subject: Atlanta Woodturners Guild
Fellow Turners: Some of you have already signed up for our first beginner turning workshop on Saturday November 28th. at Woodcraft. Since this is over Thanksgiving weekend and we are aware that some of you may be away, Woodcraft has [...]
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Posted in Presidents Message on Sep 29th, 2009 Comments Off
From: Robert F. Greenberg
Sent: Tuesday, September 29, 2009 9:52 AM
Subject: AAW Trailer and Equipment Stolen
Fellow Members, I received an e-mail from AAW. Their trailer with 6 jet 1220 mini lathes, modified to hold snap on Moffitt lights, grinder and tools was stolen. If anyone approaches you about purchasing any of this equipment please cantact me [...]
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Posted in Meeting Notes, Presidents Message on Nov 9th, 2008 Comments Off
Fellow Turners: I know I don’t have thank each of you individually who participated in the President’s Challenge because I know the children who get your lovingly made work will be overjoyed. My truest wish would be that come next year Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta at Scottish Rite would no longer need to exist. But [...]
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Posted in Presidents Message on Oct 19th, 2008 Comments Off
Fellow turners, Just a few brief comments are in order. As expected the demonstration last Wednesday evening was just plain fun. The demonstrator, a delightful Englishman, had a different word for everything, a wonderful sense of humor and his skill level certainly made it look easy. I know those who attended truly enjoyed the evening.
For [...]
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Posted in Challenge, Presidents Message on Aug 22nd, 2008 Comments Off
Our chapter of AAW was officially formed one year ago ( July 25th,2007 ) and I am so very proud of all the hard work that has gone into making our club a success. Our membership has grown steadily all due to your individual support. We exist in no small [...]
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Posted in Presidents Message on Aug 11th, 2008 Comments Off
Fellow turners: Just a brief reminder about our next meeting, Wednesday, August 20,2008, 7 PM at Woodcraft. This will be a very important meeting to attend as we will be reviewing our Community Education Project and I will be announcing the next President’s Challenge.
If at all possible please attend.
//Bob, Robert F. [...]
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Posted in Presidents Message on Aug 6th, 2008 Comments Off
Our demonstrator for July was the elusive Hal Simmons. Hal is a well known turner in the Atlanta area who often demonstrates and teaches turning classes at Highland Woodworking. He also works for the Red Cross and has repeatedly had to cancel appointments to demonstrate for us due to inconsiderate disasters which demanded his attention.
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Posted in Meeting Notes, Presidents Message on Jul 25th, 2008 Comments Off
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 [...]
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Posted in Presidents Message on Jul 23rd, 2008 Comments Off
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 [...]
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Posted in Presidents Message on Jul 7th, 2008 Comments Off
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 [...]
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