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GETTING THE MOST FROM YOUR ALOHA COMMUNITY SHED 

March 22, 2022

Congratulations on joining the Aloha Community Shed…what next?  As you know the Men’s Shed concept began in Australia and has grown quickly internationally.  We’re the second established Shed in Hawaii so let’s talk about how to get the most from it.  

        The activities that go on in the Aloha Community Shed are determined by the members.  If you have an idea, from carpentry to leathercraft…from computer education to wood turning…it’s all driven by you the member.

        So here are some options you need to be aware of, and remember you come and go at the convenience of your schedule.

You can come and work on any Shed on-going activity as much or as little as you desire.

You can start a new activity of interest to you or a group of your friends.

You can bring in your own project and use the Shed’s resources i.e. tools and space (including fellow Shedders who may have some expertise in your project).

You can just come and hang out, talk story and enjoy the company.

You can do any combination of or all of the above. 

        Just as a teaser, here are some on-going activities at one of our brother Shed’s in Australia:  Community Projects, Sketching, Stained Glass, Wood Carving, Woodwork, Wood Turning, Gardening (landscape and vegetables), Metalwork, Computers, Leatherwork, Upholstery, Library, Book Group, Music Group, Singles Group, Bicycle Repair and Maintenance, French Polishing and Toy Makers.    

        So that’s how your Aloha Community Shed works.  It’s always member driven and your level of involvement is determined by you.  

        Bottom Line:  Aloha Community Shed is ready to go and waiting for you to get involved.    

C U at the Shed!

~ News Guy Mick McAndrews

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Translate this Irish Road Sign


From Roving Reporter "News Guy" Mick McAndrews.  (June 2022)

We came across this unusual road sign posted along a narrow Irish road (seems all roads here are narrow).  What do you think it means?

Answer:   Low hanging power wire