Just an update. Lots of things going on in the shop these days.
Training - We continue to teach two woodshop basics classes a week, but the demand is such that they fill up instantly as soon as they are posted. We’re discussing adding a third class, probably on a weeknight, and possibly a few daytime classes as well. Traditional woodcarving continues to be a very popular class, and Tom has also ramped up the Lathe Basics class, and we should be offering it more frequently soon, along with new Pen Turning classes as well. Tom is also working on several additional classes related to woodworking, and the Committee Chair is very focused on improving training opportunities for our members.
Tools - We’re in the process of replacing a major part in the Saw Stop cabinet saw, and it’s currently down pending completion of the work. We estimate that it should go back online Saturday morning. We also had a minor accident (dropped fob) cause an outage on the CNC Router, and it is currently down pending repairs. The smaller bandsaw is now back online and available. We’re still waiting for the Surface Planer to return from warranty service, and it is currently unavailable. Chuck zeroed in on the breakage with the large spindle sander, and we’re waiting on a part, but expect it to come back from the grave soon as well.
Please don’t forget - there will be a committee meeting on Tuesday, February 23 at 7:00. We will be formalizing rules for the committee, talking about new training, and discussing a variety of important topics.