Gabe Jaen opened the February meeting promptly at 7:30. He mentioned the website, which is being updated by Kevin Hanson and is now up and running. Check it out at http://www.liwoodworkers.org. He asked that members that have business cards give him a sample for general information.

The membership committee reported that there were 220 members, of whom only 175 have paid this year’s dues. Gabe reminded everyone that unpaid members would not be getting their monthly newsletter.

Activities for the night consisted of a show-and-tell by some of the membership. There was a nice variety of equipment and techniques. Some of the participants were the following: Kenny Lo Fink showed off his miter-cutting jig and a method of utilizing the quick release router collar. Ed and Flo Leitgeb exhibited their candy dishes, and Steve Costello demonstrated his assembly for a hall table, consisting of solid legs with veneered aprons and top.

Ed Dillon showed his painted mirrors in frames. He did the woodworking, and his wife did the artwork. Charlie James provided a demonstration of butterfly patches. He explained how they are used to repair shrinkage cracks in tabletops. Gabe Jaen brought in an old tool chest and indicated it may be raffled off in the future. Bob Urso demonstrated his turning techniques, and Charlie Felsen gave lessons and tips on the scroll saw.

John Balla discussed the pros and cons of the Dremel tool kit, and Gene Kelly displayed a collection of old wood planes and rulers. There was a spirited exchange of ideas from the floor. The question and answer session produced some good pointers. Both the novice and the experienced benefitted from this exchange.

Prizes were won by Joel Rachower, Bob Urso, and another winner who probably wanted to remain anonymous (tax problems?). New members were Joe Terranova, who is new to woodworking and hopes that he will find an outlet for his interest and Elaine Deazley who is interested in Arts and Crafts furniture.

So ended the night and another good meeting.