Events

Dear Sheddies, Please be advised that having recently returned to Perth and carrying a currently unknown illness, out guest speaker for tomorrow has had to pull out of the proposed talk on iPhone matters. We wish Mario and his wife a speedy recovery, and we will try to reschedule his talk for later in the year. So, this week’s talk will take on a different format, a bit more of an informal meeting. A chance to come along and enjoy the company of your fellow Sheddies and express your views. The idea is to hear from members of the Shed on a number of topics which we have been considering, and we are seeking your input. The potential topics to discuss can include the following, or any other topic, which our members wish to raise. Would our Sheddies like to establish a Discussion group regarding Travel related matters. Our Sheddies are often well travelled and can pass along hints, tips, and recommendations on places to travel and experiences. How about a Technology Group which could encompass all things from smart phones to solar batteries to e Vehicles to ….. What about a Finance Group which could look at investments, Superannuation, stocks, and bonds. Would our members like to see an “Open Mike Night/Speakers Corner format where we encourage members to raise any particular topic of interest for discussion and debate? Other ideas from this meeting Sheddies should be aware that the Shed has a procedure for establishing any New Group and some of the requirements for any new group is for it to have a core of potential members who wish to be involved with the group, but more importantly any new group is required to have a Leadership Team consisting of up to 5 members who enthusiastically will drive the new group to arrange events, guest speakers, regular meetings, excursions etc. Just wishing to attend a group is insufficient to getting any new group up and running and to have the support of the Shed. So please consider which Group you would like to support by being a part of the Leadership team. Our very own David Beard, who is part of the Wellbeing Group Leadership Team, and is an Exercise Physiologist, Metabolic Health Specialist will also be available to discuss matters which our members might like to raise. From David’s web site profile “David has been working in chronic disease management, ageing and preventive health for over 40 years.  His expertise is now focused on improving the metabolic health of people of all ages to help them with diabetes, pre-diabetes, fatty liver, chronic inflammatory conditions, weight loss, PCOS and optimal ageing.” So, come along, express your ideas and contribute to the Wellbeing of yourself and fellow Sheddies.      

All Members who intend to be part of the Woodworking Group will need to complete this Power Tools Induction Training. There is a once off Cost of $10 for this Training Course, which can be paid when you purchase a ticket. Note: Members are required to complete the 'Yellow Dot' Shed Introduction session before taking part in a Red Dot training session. There will be a maximum of 3 persons for each Training Session.  If after booking, for some reason you cannot attend the training, please advise the Red Dot coordinator, Jeremy Wallace, on 0406927650 (SMS please), or email (jeremywallace5@outlook.com) as soon as possible, so we can arrange another session for you.  If you have trouble booking please contact Jeremy by SMS. The successful completion of the Red Dot Training is a pre-requisite to booking the Blue Dot Woodwork Machinery Course. Once you have completed this Training, your Membership Badge will updated to show a Red Dot and enable you to undertake any projects in the Main Workshop that utilise only Power Tools. 

Something erudite to get you going: In Xanadu did Man A stately pleasure-dome decree: Where vineyards, in sacred land, run Through forests timeless to man Down to a sunny sea. From a place where few are aware Comes the wine that we came to know They called it Xanadu And now, open your eyes and taste What they have made is real It’s called Xanadu Having critically reviewed the above lines I am sure you're ready for the main event.   Our next meeting is July 21st and be hosted by Leigh Gerreyn our consulting wine expert.  He has collected a vertical tasting of Carbernet Sauvignons from Chateau Xanadu for us the sample, analyse and enjoy.  The tasting includes the most recent release which won Champion Wine of Show at the National Wine Show and was named Best Red at the International Wine & Spirit (2023).  This is sure to be a popular event so act quickly to secure your place.  As normal 20 places at $25. WAC Stephen, Chris and Mark

Reminder for members who haven't already booked: Join members of the Garden Group with a mid-Winter warmer delicious bacon and egg roll featuring the best of local agricultural products. The cost of the rolls is $5.50 each with free self-service bottomless tea and coffee. No need to suffer through lectures or speeches but all attendees are welcome to raise any gardening questions with the gurus of the Garden Group while munching on your brunch.

This is an event worthy of fireworks - but there will be none!   This will be three celebrations rolled into one- 🏛️ Firstly, we will be celebrating the opening of the East Wing (formerly known as the verandah). 🚲 Second on the agenda will be a celebration of our Bike group and their contribution to Bicycles 4 Humanity 🧁 Thirdly, throughout the morning tea we will be celebrating the fantastic scones produced by our kitchen team. We are inviting some VIP's to assist us in all three of these endeavours. There is no need to book, but maybe come along and help out with a job around the shed and get into the coffee queue early - the machines will be in high demand at 10:30am!! Finally, just a reminder that Spare Parts Puppet Theatre is currently operating in the Centenary Pavilion next door to the Shed, so please drive observe speed limits and only park in MARKED PARKING BAYS.

Our Kitchen Team will run an 'Artisan Bread' baking workshop over 2 days (Wednesday arvo and Thursday morning). This time, Chef Patissiere Mario Properzi will be teaching us to make some delicious 'Turkish Croissants (Simit)'. For those who want to attend this workshop, please register via taking a free ticket. The maximum number of attendees is 10 - first come, first served! For those who miss out, you will be able to smell and sample the 'spoils' of this effort if you visit the SCMS Kitchen on Thursday at lunchtime. Regards, Werner.