TRI COUNTY WOODTURNERS
Monthly Meeting
March 2, 2011
Rudy brought meeting to order at 7:05 pm.
79 people in attendance.
Welcome – Guests
Rudy made several comments and announcements that are described below:
Old Business –
Recognized numerous people would provide their time and talents to support wood turning and club activities – Ed Bice, Bob Winter, Bob Varner, to name a few.
Member donations ($20) can be paid to Sandra or on the website via PayPal.
The Southern States Symposium will be in April.
Wood Show is March 18, 19 and 20
Ellsworth Demo – March 26th -- $20 per person
New Business –
Rudy described the need for club brochures and business cards. He proposed we purchase 1000 brochures and 1000 cards – the cost would be about $700. The motion was made and passed. Jim Smith and Rudy are working on the materials.
Rudy described Ruth Ireland’s national turning project and asked that we donate $100 to the cause – the motion was made and passed.
Buy-Sell –
Don Avery mentioned that a friend had passed and that he had many tools for sale. Those interested should contact Don.
Bob Winter has rosewood available.
Don Doyle has a bandsaw for sale, and is interested in building a rose engine lathe.
Minutes from Last Meeting – The minutes are available in the book at Tim’s desk and online.
Treasurer’s Report – Sandra was note in attendance.
Raffle – Several items were awarded during the raffle.
Show & Tell – Several members brought items to display and discuss.
Demonstration
Richard Joyner did a demonstration of his “Pendant Jig.” It was a great demonstration and we all enjoyed the project.
