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Crafting a Fulfilling Retirement:

Inside the Miramichi Senior Sawdustmakers

Miramichi Senior Sawdustmakers Inc was created to Sale on Saturday, June 10 at the centre. Some of the articles
provide both experienced and novice retired seniors with a you might find for sale would be bird houses, bat houses,
safe, organized woodworking environment where they can serving trays, cutting boards, bowls, band saw boxes and
pursue mentally, physically, and socially stimulating much more. Watch for more information on this great event
activities while working with wood. We maintain a workshop in the coming months at www.facebook.com/sawdustmakers
with space and tools to carry out activities, such as carving,
turning, marquetry, and carpentry. From birdhouses to fine
furniture, novice to expert, learning to teaching, we share our
knowledge and skills with the goal of enriching the lives of
all participants.
We were established in 2014 and are working out of the
carriage house behind the Loggie House at 222 Wellington
Street. Stop in and visit us. Someone will be happy to show
you around and answer any question you have. Also, check
out our Facebook page for further information and to see
some of the projects created in the shop.
Membership is limited to seniors, 55 and older, residing
in the Greater Miramichi area. We operate from 9am to 4pm,
Monday to Friday, from September to June and have a
membership fee of $100 for the year. Supervisors are on hand A few projects made by members of the
at all times and are trained in first aid and CPR should the Miramichi Senior Sawdustmakers Inc.
need arise. Consultations on projects and advice are abundant
and free. Shop safety is always a priority.
Members are always able to work on personal projects
and are encouraged to contribute some time and effort to
community projects that the Sawdustmakers take on from
time to time through the year. Some of the projects we’ve
done for the community are picture frames, shelving units,
louvered panels, shadow boxes, garden boxes and a garden
shed.
Fundraising Craft/Yard Sale - June 10
The Miramichi Senior Sawdustmakers Inc. in
conjunction with the historical WS Loggie House Cultural
Center, 222 Wellington Street, will be holding a Craft/Yard

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