American Carvers
For the month of May, members are encouraged to bring in pipes carved by their favorite American artisans. There are many talented Yankee carvers and we would like to see your favorites (Try to limit yourself to two or three examples from two or three of your favorites). The club has been lucky to have had acquaintance with some very talented people including Joel Shapiro, Jeff Gracik (pictured at left), Darius Dah, our own Bobby McBride and some other talented club member carvers.
Drugstore Pipes
April was Drugstore pipe month for the Fresno Pipe Club. It was absolutely amazing how many members had a collection of Yello Boles, Medicos and Dr. Grabows. Drugstore tobacco was also plentiful and on hand. It got to the point that Dennis’ collection of Amphora pipes was a natural consequence of that tobacco’s mail-in program (See below). Various and sundry accessories were also on display.
Proposed Schedule of Programs For 2011 – Up For Discussion At This Month’s Meeting
May 15 American Pipe Night
June 19 Meerschaum Night
July 17 Pipe Smoking Contest
Aug 21 Italian Pipe Night
Sept 18 Pipe Carving Contest
Oct 16 Annual Picnic
Nov 20 Pipe Swap & Show
Dec 18 Christmas Party
Next Meeting Sunday, May 15th at 6:00 P.M. at Cigars Ltd., Fresno
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