Minutes from October 2025

 Minutes, Crescent Quilters’ Meeting October 20, 2025

Location : Brella

Time: 6:30 to 9:30

Minutes: taken and distributed by Linda C-B

Attendance: 31

Guests: 4 – Diane Barone, Berene Campbell, Cosmo Campbell, Julie Hansen, Bill and Larry

Meeting:

The president, Karen D. opened the meeting by welcoming all members and introducing the new members – Sherri V., Paula H. (absent), and returning member – Lynne J.

The president reminded people to check the members’ list for errors. It is hoped that the members’ list will go out with the minutes.

Caroyln S. reported via the president that the Afghan women received the sewing donations which were very much appreciated.

Christmas Party is on December 8th at Karen B’s home. A vote was taken concerning 3 choices for food with most members voting for Greek Food consisting of Greek Salad, Rice, Roasted Potatoes, Chicken Skewers, Pita Bread and Dip. Cost $16 per person with the guild paying $6 per person. Members pay $10 and may pay by cash, cheque to our treasurer, Susan, or e-transfer to: crescentquilterpayments@gmail.co

Please sign up for the party at the next meeting in order to give the organizers a ballpark figure of the amount of food that needs to be ordered. Payment also preferred before the party.

Xmas Party – a committee is needed to organize the event. Please contact Karen D. if you are able to assist.

Purdy’s Fundraiser – books were handed out to members. Proceeds raised go towards guest speakers, Xmas party etc. Last year $706 was raised. Orders may be placed online or on the order form in book and given to Karen D.

Draws: Sharzee – Linda Lee $21

Name Tag – Linda C-B, Jean H, Linda Lee

Show n’ Tell – 11 people presented and told their stories: Karen B, Wendy W., Gloria, Marette, Lynne D, Diane, Susan, Roz, Elaine, Linda C-B and Jean. Jean took pictures of all the quilts/books which will be on the website for viewing.

Donna received 12 community quilts with 6 coming from guest Diane Barone. Donna thanks all members.

Program:

Bill Stearman spoke and gave a video presentation of his journey as quilt maker, storyteller, and social activist living and working in Pickton, Ontario.

His quilts address topics of depression, death, abuse, Queer issues, social justice etc. His hope is that folks will see his work as true and honest; something that matters; something that will make a difference. This journey takes him across Canada and into the North interviewing people for their stories . To add to his video presentation, Bill brought 25 of his quilts to share with us.

Bill told the guild about the True Colours Quilt Along. As part of his tour, he has gifted eleven fat quarters for our group to participate in the Quilt Canada 2025 True Colours Quilt Along. Lisa Slutsken has the fabrics and will be looking for 10-12 volunteers at the November meeting to help assemble the blocks and the quilt. More information about the Quilt Along can be found at https://canadian quilter.com/truecolourssqal/

His deeply moving and meaningful presentation was given a standing ovation.

Next Meeting – Monday, November 17th with guest speaker via Zoom