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Arizona Woodturners Association<\/h1>\n

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The Arizona Woodturners Association (AWA) in Phoenix, Arizona is a proud chapter of the\u00a0<\/span>American Association of Woodturners (AAW).\u00a0<\/a> We are dedicated to training, preserving and inspiring the art of woodturning.\u00a0 We are excited about the revival interest in woodturning.\u00a0 People’s imaginations have shown the world that turning is a true and pure form of art.\u00a0 This organization is busy!\u00a0 All ages both men and women are actively having fun with woodturning!\u00a0 Come visit us at the next meeting.<\/span><\/p>\n

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176 Wig stands turned in at the March 21st meeting!\u00a0 Great job woodturners!!<\/span><\/p>\n

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April 18, 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Noon to 3:30pm<\/h1>\n

Demonstration by Paul Porter<\/span><\/h1>\n

Basic Bowl Turning<\/h4>\n
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Meeting Location:<\/h1>\n
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5757 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ<\/h4>\n

Map and Directions<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Check out this ABC article and video<\/a> <\/span>on Martin Nonhof and Beads of Courage.<\/h3>\n

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AWA BENEFITS<\/h1>\n

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AWA Members can watch demonstrations on hollowing, wand making, basketweave, tool making, spheres, sharpening, ring making, pen making and more!<\/p>\n

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AWA members – check out tips & techniques, club projects, safety, handouts, projects, newsletters and more!<\/p>\n

Club projects include Wig Stands for cancer patients, Beads of Courage boxes for children, Empty bowl projects.<\/p>\n

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Each month Instant Gallery and President Challenge pictures are taken at meetings.\u00a0 There are many years of pictures in the gallery for great inspiration.<\/p>\n

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Why become a member?<\/h2>\n

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Talk to other woodturners, ask questions, learn, develop your skills – this is a club that has lots of experienced woodturners who want to share their skills!<\/p>\n

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Come to our next meeting<\/a> – in person or on Zoom!.\u00a0 Instant Gallery and President Challenges at meetings.\u00a0 Come and view some amazing woodworking!\u00a0 Visitors are welcome to one meeting before being asked to join.<\/p>\n

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This is one hobby that everyone shares!\u00a0 If you ask an experienced woodturner – they say join a local club, talk, learn, get a mentor, take classes, go to demonstrations!\u00a0 AWA has all the above!\u00a0 This is a place to learn!<\/p>\n

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Blog<\/h4>\n

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sharing…<\/h2>\n

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Someone we won’t ever forget …<\/p>\n

Larry Jurgens passed on March 9, 2026.<\/p>\n

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