Minutes for Sewrority Sisters Quilting Guild meeting-August 31, 2024
Meeting was called to order by President, Linda Brown at 10:32 a.m.
Lu Enloe introduced visitors and Gail McLain pinned new members and welcomed them to the Guild. She then pulled the winning ticket for the door prize.
Linda Brown made announcements:
- Make sure to take items from the free table home with you if they were not taken already.
- Suggestion Box is being used and Board is considering all suggestions.
- Community Service would love more help with making quilts.
- Mini-Retreat is coming soon. Sept 12-14. Deadline to sign up is today!
- Cathy Poyner is taking payments on the October and May retreats.
- Quilt for 2025 raffle has a sew day on Oct 19th at Cornerstone.
- WIP #4 is due next month. See Vicky G
- We must have a signed photo release from each and every member. Please see someone at the sign-in table.
Brenda Bannister gave an update on the Community Service Committee.
Cathy Poyner gave an update on the Retreat Committee.
A 15 minute break was called so everyone could get raffle tickets, visit tables, and use facilities.
Karen Moore introduced our guest speaker, Candace Hassan from Porterdale, GA. She showed us many beautiful quilts she’d made and told the stories behind each quilt.
Show & Tell had several participants who showed their beautiful handiwork. Each participant received a ticket for the monthly drawing. Debbie Sutton hosted the monthly drawing.
Karen Friberg conducted the birthday basket raffles. Everyone was thrilled with the baskets won.