RECAP OF DWC MEETING JAN 19, 2026
INTRO: Aaron A; Safety exits reviewed, Defib unit upstairs.
* other ww clubs are being contacted to see what they do regarding safety and training of members…results to follow
* our practice of club build nights promotes skill development and safety
* Executive developments: Kent T is new VP, Matt P Stepped into treasurer, Aaron may be appointed president, Gord T stepping into Director at Large, Gene H is Community director, Bruce C is staying on as maintenance director. Need a secretary still. Specific duties/roles are being adjusted.
* This writer may be decreasing his communication role in coming weeks and months.
* We have been getting about 1 or 2 new members most weeks.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
- Gene H: photos continue… this time from ornament build night in DEC.
* Kub Kars upcoming!!! sign up by emailing Gene
DATES: Feb 3, 9, 11, 24, Mar 4.
- Pyrography with Vicky happens this week Jan 22nd. Contact is Don Mc.
- SHOP CLEANUP is this Saturday, Jan 24 10:00 a.m.
- 50-50 DRAW… winner – Leah
- OUR DWC ‘KUBKARS’ competition night will likely be in March…we need 8 teams of 2 or 3 designers/builders
- PLEASE WEAR your name badge at meetings... it helps newer members get to know people, and it really helps other members too!!!
SHOW AND TELL:
- Chris L: Turned and burned “BOX of SHIT” produced with aid of grandson, may become a big seller?!
- Mike B: whittled and painted ‘VIKING’. Good whittling class this past week.
- Jeff B: an oven rack SQUIRREL !!!, and a peg game for kids of all ages!
- Matt P: Toy pick-up truck, expectations and skills evolved.
- Annie F: various turned and carved ornaments/creatures.
- Rod L: Pen and pen box, discussion about shellac. Sofa Arm Table dovetailed walnut
PRESENTATION -Chris L on the oscillating belt sander at DWC
* how to avoid catches and tears
* proper careful introduction of the work piece to the moving belt
* be aware of end grain orientation and do not lead with end grain corner into the belt. Do side grain edges and trailing corners, then flip piece over and repeat carefully.
* use a smooth sweeping motion on curved pieces, do not force the work, let the belt do its job gently. CLEAN the belt before, during and after use using the crepe block
* Be SURE that Dust collector is on and up to speed, correct gates open and closed!
* ABSOLUTELY WOOD ONLY… NEVER NEVER METAL – that is a big FIRE HAZARD
* Square up belt to the table!. Adjust table angle and height as needed!
NEXT DWC Meeting MONDAY JAN 26th, features a special guest speaker on “Dementia Friendly Communities” We all can learn from this excellent presentation!!!