The January 2026 issue of Plane Talk kicks off the new year with a warm recap of our December holiday gathering in Santa Paula, where members and spouses celebrated another year of woodworking, friendship, and service to the club Plane Talk-01-2026. In his first President’s message, Eitan Ginsburg reflects on the joy of sharing our “woodworking obsession” with people who truly get it, from finish debates to tool discoveries and shop-made jigs.
Looking ahead, the January 15 program features a live scroll saw demonstration by Jim McGuire, who will walk us through pattern setup, blade techniques, and finishing details Plane Talk-01-2026. The issue also includes curated tips and how-tos from around the web, resources for woodturners, scroll saw pattern sources, and a detailed member project spotlight on handmade holiday gifts for grandchildren.
It’s a strong start to 2026, grounded in gratitude, learning, and the simple pleasure of working with wood together.
