It’s a shame you got that impression. It’s also a shame that some other commenters think that members “work” there. Folks in the club are fellow Villagers who are dues paying members of The Villagers Woodworking Club. Most of what they accomplish in that Woodshop is not necessarily “work.” They create masterpieces for themselves and mentor other members to learn woodworking skills. Their “special projects team” is a group of member VOLUNTEERS to help anyone with a woodworking need. As volunteers, their time may be limited and their space to store is DEFINITELY limited. But helping restore broken wood pieces is not all the volunteering that goes on at that shop. Members VOLUNTEER to make toys for children, thousands of them each and every year.
Oh, and the folks at the front desk? They are also members who are volunteering their time to help the shop run smoothly. They are trained to help both visitors and club members. I’m sorry to hear that some of you may have had experienced some issues re: your special project requests, but please keep in mind that the special projects team had been on hiatus during COVID. Of course, thanks to COVID, some confusion is inevitable.
So... if you have a woodworking issue, come by the shop, cross your fingers that someone from the special projects team is in the shop, and maybe join the club yourself, while you’re there! But please know that everyone I have ever met in the shop is very friendly, willing to share expertise, and is a fellow Villager. Oh, and a smile can’t hurt...
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