Members gather to share quilt interests, renew friendships and greet newcomers.

Friends and admirers gathered to honor Charter member Joyce Gross during the opening Welcome Event held at the San Jose Museum of Quilts and Textiles.  We enjoyed the remarkable display of quilts from Joyce’s exceptional collection and were treated to a dazzling reception featuring true “California” cuisine.

Our appreciation goes to Seminar 2009 Co-Chairs Helen Hodack and Penny Tucker, and the exceptionally  talented team of local volunteers.  Thank you!

Noted fabric and quilt artist, teacher and author Jean Ray Laury,
our 2009 Keynote Speaker signed books  for Debby Cooney
and others at the author’s book signing.

Sandi Fox gave a Special Presentation about her landmark exhibits.

Roundtable discussions provide a time for members to explore topics in-depth.

On display throughout Seminar were the Itty Bitty Quilt tops assembled by members of the Endowment Committee who have been hard at work piecing together the 4 “ blocks donated by members during the Itty Bitty Quilt Block Challenge this summer.  The on-line auction of the
finished Itty Bitty Quilts begins November 30th on e-Bay.

Members ponder over possibilities at the Silent Auction.

Auctioneer Julie Silber and “the Juliettes” provided
great fun during the Live Auction. 

l-r Trish Herr, Sandra Starley, Dawn Heefner, Marcia Kaylacki, Lisa Portwood,
Julie Silber, Carmel Reitman, Pam Weeks

l-r Kim Baird and Alice Kinsler enjoy dinner with authors and Paper Presenters Linda McShannock and Peggy Derrick.

Joyce Gross enjoying our book sale.