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UTAH WOODTURNING SYMPOSIUM
The Utah Woodturning Symposium, the longest running woodturning symposium, holds its 34th conference, May 16-18, at Utah Valley University in Orem, UT. Over 90 demos by more than 23 international woodturners, offers something for everyone—from beginner to professional. Featured demonstrators are Nick Arnull (UK), Mark Baker (UK), Clinton Biggs (Canada), Kip Christensen (UT), Andy Cole (HI), David Drescher (Australia), J. Paul Fennell (AZ), Cynthia Gibson (GA), Steve Hagen (UT), Mick Hanbury (UK), Tim Heil (MN), Joe Herrmann (OH), Kurt Hertzog (NY), Alan Lacer (WI), Mary Lacer (WI), Dennis Liggett (MO), Mike Mahoney (UT), Dale Nish (UT), Jerry Sambrook (MA), Mark Supik (MD), John Wessels (South Africa), Vic Wood (Australia), and Ken Wraight (Australia). Pre-registration deadline is May 8. For more info, visit the web site: www.utahwoodturning.com.
AAW SYMPOSIUM IN tampa, fl
The American Association of Woodturners will hold its 27th annual symposium, June 28-30, in Tampa, FL. This event consists of rotations of more than 100 classroom-type demonstrations and panel discussions, covering topics for the beginner to advanced turner. Exhibitions include the juried Currents (see pages 40-41); the Chapter Collaborative Challenge; Empty Bowls community fund-raiser; and the always popular Instant Gallery. In addition, there will be machinery and wood venders, auctions, and the banquet. The early registration deadline is May 15. For info, visit the web site: www.woodturner.org or call: (651) 484-9094.
rocky mountain SYMPOSIUM
The Rocky Mountain Woodturners will hold their 15th Annual Rocky Mountain Woodturning Symposium, Sept. 13-15, at the Ranch/ Larimer County Fairgrounds in Loveland, CO. Participants can select from over 42 rotations, with featured demonstrators David Ellsworth, Binh Pho, Kip Christensen, Kirk DeHeer, Jason Schneider, Michael Blankenship, Rick Orr, John Giem, Ashley Harwood, and Dale Bonertz. There will also be vendors and a hands-on woodturning area. For info, visit the website: www.rmwoodturningsymposium.com or contact Allen Jensen, (970) 663-1868.
CRAFT SUPPLIES USA
Craft Supplies USA in Provo, UT hosts its annual Super Wednesday on May 15, preceding the Utah Woodturning Symposium. The event features 20 free demonstrations, clearance sale on woodturning tools and supplies, door prizes, and BBQ lunch. For info, visit the website: www.woodturnerscatalog.com or call: (800) 551-8876.
PACIFIC HOME BUILDERS’ SHOW
PCBC 2013, the premier West Coast homebuilding show, takes place June 5-6, at the Moscone Center in San Francisco, CA. For info, visit the web site: www.pcbc.com or call: (800) 956-7469.
LEGACY WOODWORKING OPEN HOUSE
Legacy Woodworking Machinery hosts an Open House, May 1518, coinciding with the Utah Woodturning Symposium. Their 5-axis CNC machines will be showcased, with ornamental turning demonstrations and instruction. The Open House will take place, 2-7pm, each day. Legacy is located at 435 W. 1000 N. in Springville, UT. For info, visit the web site: www.legacywoodworking.com or call: (801) 491-0010.
PENTURNERS RENDEZVOUS
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