The April 2024 SPW meeting was held on April 16 at the Clearwater Arts Center and Studio with 21 attendees, including guests Dot and Ralph Green and Chip and Chris Scholz from Hickory, NC. Club President Phil Goodman opened the meeting with announcements and updates.
Club Business:
Annual dues of $55 are due, and members were reminded to submit payments promptly. SPW was invited to participate in events at Cannon School and Winecoff Elementary, emphasizing the need for turned tops for distribution. Officer elections will be held in July, with vacancies for Vice President and Treasurer, as both Ric Erkes and Cindy Boehrns plan to step down. Phil Goodman also announced his intent to step aside as President after seven years of service. The club is seeking volunteers for the roles of photographer, mentors for open turning sessions, and raffle item donors. SPW was represented by seven members at the Cabarrus Arts Council’s May 1 fundraising breakfast.
Tops for Kids Challenge:
Members are asked to make at least three tops per month to support upcoming school visits and events. One jar of tops is filled so far, with two more needed to meet demand for the year.
A/V Operations:
Gratitude was extended to Debra Joyce for taking over the A/V system and Zoom operations. Additional volunteers are needed for backup support.
Events and Announcements:
Debra also announced the Cabarrus Art Guild’s Spring/Summer Judged Art Show at SweetWater, open to 2-D and 3-D artists, including turners. Registration closed May 20. Additionally, members were encouraged to join the AAW International Woodturning Symposium (May 24–26, Portland, OR), with remote attendance and group discounts organized by Bill Joyce.
Demonstration:
The evening’s demo, “Dread Knot and Make Something!” was presented by Darryl Jones, a professional woodturner from Spartanburg, SC. Darryl demonstrated creating a hollow form with a finial, sharing expert tips on tool control, proportion, and technique. He encouraged beginners to start small and focus on learning through practice. His engaging, detailed presentation offered valuable insight into professional-level turning methods.
