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Woodcarving Newsletter, October 2025
It highlights our recent achievements: Our members swept Best-of-Show awards at the Tri-Valley Show, wowed crowds at Maker Faire, and demonstrated woodcarving at Cars in the Park and Scout merit-badge workshops. New resources include a growing library of 100+ books, an expanded tool library, and basswood blanks. Upcoming events include workshops and our winter party.
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Woodcarving Newsletter, August 2025
The newsletter covers topics related to woodcarving, including upcoming events, membership updates, projects from club members, and group purchase of basswood. The president encourages participation in the Tri-Valley Carvers Woodcarving Show and invites new members to join. It also features a section on “Woodcarvings Spotted” where members share photos of woodcarvings found in public places.
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Woodcarving Newsletter, June 2025
This newsletter covers our participation in various events, including the Saratoga Blossom Festival, Scout-O-Rama, and a Woodcraft demonstration. With nine new members joining in April and May, the club is thriving and welcomes woodcarvers of all skill levels to join our weekly meetings and workshops, where we share knowledge, skills, and enthusiasm for woodcarving.
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Woodcarving Newsletter, April 2025
Summary: The Santa Clara Valley Carvers newsletter highlights the completed Woodcarving Merit Badge workshop for local Scouts and encourages readers to participate in upcoming events, member projects, and community activities. The club has also introduced a new section called “Woodcarvings Spotted,” where members can share photos and stories of woodcarvings they’ve discovered in everyday places.
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Woodcarving Newsletter, February 2025
Summary: The Santa Clara Valley Carvers have announced new officers and are preparing for upcoming events. The club also pays tribute to Alan Huntzinger, who passed away in January, by sharing his notable found-wood carvings. Members are showing their latest projects, featuring a range of techniques from intricate carvings and whittling to linoleum block printing.
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Woodcarving Newsletter, January 2025
Summary: We start 2025 with planning new projects and events, including voting on leadership, carving name tags, and collaborating with Scouts of America for scouts to earn Wood Carving Merit Badges. We showcase member talents by sharing pictures of woodcarvings. We’re sad Herb Robbins passed away, a long-time member. See photos from our winter holiday…