As of November 6, 2021 the UVWT meetings will once again be live and in-person in the Thetford Academy Shop. Due to continuing COVID-19 concerns, we require vaccinations for all attendees, and we will be wearing masks during the meetings. We hope this will provide the safest possible environment for our demonstrations, show and tell, and general discussion. Come join us.
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Protected: Al Stirt Video
Claremont Maker Space
Josh Bushueff came to our September meeting to give us an update on the Claremont maker space project. They have a beautiful old building with high ceilings and lots of natural light. They plan to have a full wood shop as well as a metal working area, fabric arts, electronics, classroom and office space, as well as some studio space for lease. The business model is that of a fitness club with different levels of monthly membership.
For more information, contact Josh –email: jbushueff@twinstatemakerspace.org
website: www.claremontmakerspace.org
603-504-4588
Lathe for Sale
J.G. Blount Wood Lathe – $500
A substantial cast iron lathe, built between 1900 and 1905. Bronze bearings. 14 inch swing. Included is an oil filled 4-speed Atlas gear box, 2 face plates for inboard and outboard turning, drive center, live center, MT3 extension to MT2, several banjos, tool rests. This is a heavy lathe that won’t walk with an unbalanced load. Exceptional restoration project or use as is. (Motor and chuck not included.) Lathe is currently disassembled and ready to move.
More pictures on Craigs List: https://vermont.craigslist.org/tls/6207304813.html
Contact David McWilliams (802) 765-4076
Remembering Bob Katz
It is with great fondness that we remember Bob Katz, one of our most active members, who passed away Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2017, at his home in Grantham.
Mike Heneghan wrote:
It’s very sad to hear of Bob’s passing. He was the first woodturner I met when moving to NH. He told me all about the Granite State Woodturners and our club.
Bob had so much energy and was always trying something different to improve his turning art. Bob was one of the founders and 1st president if the Upper Valley Woodturners. He will be missed by everyone.
Recently, Bob demonstrated a painted rim technique using moon paint. That video is available here.
The UVW club will be sending a memorial contribution in Bob’s name to the Grantham Community Crisis Fund, PO box 1192, Grantham, NH 03753.
Display at Tracy Memorial Library
Several members have work on display at the Tracy Memorial Library. Stop by if you are in the New London area.
Pittsfield Craft Fair Cancelled
Pittsfield Crafts on the Green May 28th, 2016
Cancelled due to lack of participation.
David Ellsworth Demo
3-9pm on Monday, May 2 at the Academy. Space is limited. Payments were due to Mike Foster by the March 12 meeting. If you haven’t signed up yet, you will have to check with Ed or Mike to see if there is any space left.
Good Deal on Lathes
From Dan’s Maxsaver . . .
Ladies and gentlemen .
Just scored a crazy deal on 22 Rikon 70-220vsr midi lathes new in the box , street price $ 649.99 while they last $ 429.99 and they are new not reconditioned
Thanks Dan
Dan’s Max Saver
P.O. box 1173
209-223 Main St.
Charlestown. N.H.03603
Phone/fax 603-826-5050
Grain pattern
here is a link to a pdf from Todd Hoyer on the grain pattern that results from different forms as they blanks are oriented in the log. Well worth a look even for experienced turners. You might try something new and different on your next piece.