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Meetings:

Meetings are held at 6:30 PM on the second Monday of each month, but check the calendar for scheduled changes. The location alternates between Millworks in Bloomington Illinois, and James Pearce's shop, who graciously provide us with facilities and tools to use at the meetings.

Most meetings include a short discussion of any business items, such as planning future events, followed by show-and-tell of works recently made by members, and then in-depth discussion and demonstration on one or more aspects of woodturning.

 

In odd-numbered months we meet at Millworks on South Main in Bloomington, IL. [Directions]   (bring a chair with you.)

In even-numbered months we meet at James Pearce's Shop at 1101 SW Washington in Peoria, IL, which is the SW corner of SW Washington St. and Persimmon in Peoria, IL. More detailed directions can be obtained by calling James at 309-303-6885. (bring a chair with you.) map

Membership Information:


Benefits include:
  • Learn from and help out the other members. Swap ideas, tools, woods, and more.
  • Access to the chapter's growing library of videos and books on turning.
  • Participate in workshops by (inter)nationally known woodturners.
  • Receive our monthly newsletter CIW Turnings.
  • Receive the bi-monthly journal of the AAW, American Woodturner and more.
Cost:
  • CIW Chapter Dues ($20/year)
  • American Association of Woodturners ($45/year)
Both Chapter and AAW annual dues are required. Chapter membership fees support our Chapter's activities and library.
Mail Chapter Dues to: Dave Carroll
10198 N. Point Rd.
Tremont, IL
61568

Chapter History:

In May 1998, a group of woodturners in our region formed a chapter of the American Association of Woodturners. Several of the original members are still active participants, but new members join each year. CIW currently has over 50 members. We have novice and highly accomplished turners, professional craftspeople and instructors, of many ages.

If you would like a copy of our latest newsletter, send your email request to the club's newsletter editor Keith Zimmerman .



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