By Len Preece*
The opening night of Berwick District Woodworker’s Club’s display and expo was cold and as a result was very low in attending numbers – both members and the public.
The expo was opened by Narre Warren North MP Luke Donnellan, with Gembrook MP Brad Battin in attendance, who both praised the club for their involvement in the community.
The Saturday and the Sunday – both days were well attended by the public.
We had a good number of people from various areas in Victoria ( from Leongatha, Morwell, Warragul and a good number of other Men’s Sheds throughout the state and local).
Many of the public wanting to know about the club, and how they can join.
The chainsaw artist drew plenty of attention on Saturday and Sunday as he carved out an owl on a perch which will be located within the grounds of the Old Cheese Factory.
We had far better weather on the Sunday with marginally more visitors.
I think the visitors were impressed by the quality of the items displayed.
A good number of member’s items were also sold.
Many thanks must go to the Old Cheese Factory staff for their cooperation in the staging of this event.
The club this year will have almost 1000 toys to donate to under privileged children again this year.
A fundraising raffle was held over the weekend, the winners being Joe Svaganovic (Rocking Horse), Dale Smith (Turned Lidded Bowl), Wendy Capper (Platter), Jan Cronin (Jewellery Box), and Graeme Weatherley (Turned Bowl). Thank you to everyone who bought tickets.
*Len Preece is president of Berwick District Woodworkers Club.
