Howard County Woodworkers Guild (HCWG)

The Guild creates, educates, and inspires woodworkers.
 
We provide a supportive community where woodworking enthusiasts of all skill levels come together to share knowledge, hone their craft, and promote the artistry of woodworking. Through workshops, educational opportunities, our well-equipped wood shop, monthly presentations and networking, and community outreach, we strive to cultivate creativity, craftsmanship, and camaraderie.

Whether your interest is in turning, fine woodworking, carving, finishing, lumber, trees, or camaraderie, all of the above, or you’re not sure; our Guild is for you.  Come to a meeting or two and get acquainted.

David Knipfer, President
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2025-11-01 November Monthly Meeting

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On November 1st, the FIRST Saturday, our monthly meeting will be in person at Bain Center (info link) and virtual using Zoom technology.

The demonstration for the meeting will be  “Wisdom in the Workshop: Veteran Tips for Buying and Restoring Older Machinery.”

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Ever come across a vintage power machine at a yard sale or online for a bargain, but passed it up because it looked too worn out? At our next meeting, you’ll see just how possible (and rewarding) restoration can be!

Three guild members will walk us through the techniques they used to bring older machines back to life. You’ll hear firsthand about the process—transporting, disassembling, cleaning, replacing parts, and even fixing motors. Whether you’re curious about tackling your first project or just love seeing old tools restored to their former glory, this session will give you inspiration and practical tips.

Presenters & Projects:

  • Bob Kahmer – Craftsman Table Saw
  • Brian Graham – Band Saw
  • Keith Frampton – Joiner

Join us and get inspired to give new life to old machines!

Meeting Details:

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AGENDA:

0830 – 0900 – Woodturners Subgroup meets in the shop
0900 – 0945 – Social, Raffle & Door Prize Ticket sales
0945 – 1005 – 20-minutes Call to Order, Welcome, Reports and Announcements
1005 – 1035 – 30-minutes Show-n-Tell
1035 – 1040 – Problems Looking for Solutions
1040 – 1050 – 10-minute Break
1050 – 1150 – 60-minute Presentation
1150 – 1200 – Raffle
1200 – Adjourn
1200 – 1225 – Restore room to pre-meeting condition

PROGRAM:

09:45 – Opening

New Members and Guests Welcome

Reports

Announcements – David K.

  • David Knipfer – Bylaws Revisions
  • Keith Frampton – Home Shop Tours

10:05 – Show-n-Tell – David K.

10:35 – Problems Looking for a Solution – David K.

10:40 – Break

Guests and New Members Are Invited to the Lobby to Meet the President, and join Jay (Workshop Coordinator) for a Shop Tour

10:50 – Presentation – Kathy P.

Wisdom in the Workshop: Veteran Tips for Buying and Restoring Older Machinery. Bob Kahmer- Craftsman table saw, Brian Graham- Bandsaw, Keith Frampton- Planer

11:50 – Raffle Prizes Results for In-Person Attendees

12:00 – Adjourn

12:00 – 12:25 – Restore room to pre-meeting condition

Next Meeting – December  – “Woodworking Without Pain: Managing Repetitive Stress and Motion Injuries. Candy Diamond, MS,OTR/L, CHT”

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