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One of many annual events
A Christmas Party hosted at Peachtree Woodworkers Supply -
The GWA Classroom
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Recent Demonstration
A Saturday class demonstrating use of a portable sawmill held at a member's shop -
Woodworker's Eye-Candy
Great results from our portable sawmill demonstration -
Scroll Sawing for Everyone
Our scrollsaw group meets monthly via Zoom
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Saturday Recap: Bandsaw & Drill Press Setup and Safety with Walt Walters
At the April 11 Saturday class, Walt Walters led a clear, practical walkthrough of two machines every woodworker relies on: the band saw and the drill press. The focus was on proper setup, safe operation, and the adjustments that make these tools perform consistently.
Walt demonstrated how to tune a band saw for accurate cuts, covering blade choice, tensioning, tracking, and alignment, and followed with a detailed look at drill press setup, bit selection, and safe workholding. His explanations emphasized repeatable processes and the small checks that prevent common mistakes.
The interactive format gave attendees a chance to ask questions, compare approaches, and get clarity on techniques that are often glossed over in manuals or online videos. The session offered value for every skill level: newer members gained confidence with two essential tools, and experienced woodworkers picked up refinements that improve accuracy and safety.
If you missed this one, it was a solid example of how much practical knowledge these Saturday classes pack into a short session. We hope to see you at an upcoming event - they’re one of the best ways to build skills and stay connected with the club.