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Originally Posted by tonyt57
The shop is clean because we keep it that way to be safe. People stand around and talk? Oh my. Maybe they were planning a project or helping someone out. The shop does special projects, makes thousands of toys to give away, and there are some extraordinarily talented people there who design and build furniture, make picture frames, etc. special projects includes helping non members with repairs, etc. It is not a custom shop providing free labor or materials “just because”. I would go back to the shop and speak to someone again, and get approval and an appointment to have your project evaluated again. Such projects have been on hold due to COVID, and I can’t speak to if and when they will start up again but try a little patience. And non members, take it easy with the bashing. The woodworkers club is a great resource with a lot of talented people perfectly willing to give their time to mentor and help others.
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Thank you, Tony,
I too am a member of the woodworking club and resent the implication this person has made about our entire membership. I am one of the persons that greet people at the front desk. (however, was NOT one of the people that did/did not help this person). I cannot tell you how many times I have been hung-up-on after only getting, "I am so sorry but. . . . " and "click" without having an opportunity to explain about the "covid-19 problem. Or greeting someone at the front door, (during the Covid pandemic) and trying to explain the position of SAFETY for ALL, only to have that person turn around in a huff and walking away without even trying to understand, let alone, listen to the rest of my explanation and the accompanying apology for not being able to help with their situation. And those of you that think it must have been my fault, or my attitude. I was in the service industry for a major manufacture for 37 years and yes, I know how to help and assist others, not to mention. . . . . Well enough of my venting. Hopefully, those of you that may read this entire string will understand that we must live within the SAFETY rules that our club holds in the highest regard, and those rules are in place to keep not just our members danger-free, but the general public as well. AND the vast majority of our members are just like everyone else when it comes to dealing with difficult customers. (everyone has a tipping point after being treated like trash by a potential customer)
