The Monthly Newsletter of Yellowstone Woodturners
Billings, Montana

January 2008                          Vol. 9, No.1

 Think About Turning Today!

   Greetings at the start of another year. I wish all our club members a great 2008.
   First a "big" thank you from all the Yellowstone Woodturners' officers for your election vote ( and vote of confidence ) We feel this is going to be a year of continued learning for each member; and some new directions for those that like to tackle different
challenges.
   Next I need members to call me if they have an interest in attending the demo by David Nittmann  this coming Tuesday, Jan. 8th. My Phone number is 348-3499. So far two members plan to attend.
   A re-cap of the previous notice about David Nittmann.Tom Robinson from the Bozeman club has invited us to attend the evening session (1-1/2 to 2 hours) They will only charge us $10 per person.  This will give us a first hand report back to our
club so that we can make a decision as to consider having him for our own club later in Jan.  Tom said Mr. Nittmann is quite good and his work was recently featured on the back cover of "Woodturner's Journal".   Call me if you care to go to Bozeman for this next Tuesday.
   Ray Curtis has informed me that pending any last minutes changes needed from member input he will mail the application for an AAW grant this Friday.
   I will have some "Badlands" Cedar for sale at the meeting on the 9th.
   We have three $10 Merchandise Certificates from Craft Supplies to be raffled on the 9th along with any other donated wood.
   I am working on the West High class that we will run this next Wednesday afternoon. A report will be made that evening.
  

                        Stan Lambert, Pres.

Minutes

President Stan Lambert opened the meeting at 7:00 pm sharp on Wednesday Dec. 12, 2007 at Ron’s shop. There were 25 members present and one guest, Ernie McKensie, Ed’s guest.

Thank you Dewaine Beckman for the cookies. You’re a good turner and a good baker.

A motion was made, seconded and passed that the minutes be accepted as printed in the newsletter.

Stan called on Jane for the treasurer’s report.

Correspondence

No correspondence this month.

Old Business

Don Busksa proposed to keep all the officers for one more year. It was voted on and passed. Thank you Don for your hard work on that project.

It was reported that 8 people had signed up for the West High Club meeting. 7 showed. There were 12 students and the group covered pens, sharpening chisels, safety and watched a bowl be turned. The plan is to go monthly with 2 people, the next date is Jan. 9 at 3 pm.

New Business:

Going to the Boys Ranch was discussed. The message from them is that they want to do the program but are not really ready. We will keep the door open for future opportunities.

Stan reported on getting Badland Cedar and thought he might be there over Christmas and that he might be able to bring some home soon.

A raffle was held and Rick Orr, John, Bob, and Les were the big winners.

Program

The program was to vote on favorite Christmas ornaments. Paul was the winner, Ralph Torrence second, and Marge third. Gifts were given to each.

Thank you and see you in 2008!!!

Joke of the Month

AMAZINGLY SIMPLE HOME REMEDIES

1. When choking on an ice cube, simply pour a cup of boiling water down your throat. Presto! The blockage will instantly remove itself.
2. Avoid cutting yourself slicing vegetables by getting someone else to hold while you chop.
3. Avoid arguments with the Mrs. about lifting the toilet seat by using the sink.
4. To treat high blood pressure: simply cut yourself ( the table saw works great for this) and bleed for a few minutes, thus reducing the pressure in your veins. Remember to use a timer.
5. A mouse trap, placed on top of your alarm clock, will prevent you from rolling over and going back to sleep after you hit the snooze button.
6. If you have a bad cough, take a large dose of laxatives, then you will be afraid to cough.
7. You only need two tools in life - WD-40 and Duct Tape. If it doesn't move and should, use the WD-40. If it shouldn't move and does, use the duct tape.
8. When confused remember.....everyone seems normal until you get to know them.
9.  SOME PEOPLE ARE LIKE SLINKIES. NOT REALLY GOOD FOR ANYTHING BUT THEY BRING A SMILE TO YOUR FACE WHEN PUSHED DOWN THE STAIRS.
 

Calendar of Events

January

Jan. 9th Meeting At Ron Musgrave's Shop.  Jigs!  Bring your favorite.

February

Feb. 13th Meeting At Ron Musgrave's Shop.  Lathe Maintenance