MVQ
Quilter of the Year 2012
Each year, as you probably know, MVQ selects from its membership a quilter to be recognized as Quilter of the Year by the guild for their outstanding accomplishments and contributions both in and beyond the quilting world.
As the quilter selected last year, it is my responsibility (with the aid of my trusty advisers) to select this year’s candidate. And tonight is the night that both the torch and the tiara get passed on to that selected member.
This year our honoree has been an MVQ member in good standing for about 8 years. She meets weekly with fellow quilters at the Red Barn to work on a variety of projects and attends their Quilt Retreat Weekend. She’s been active in the guild since first setting foot in the door, but mostly flying under the radar. She has volunteered not only her own time, but that of her entire family. About 3 years ago, she took over the Kitchen duties for our annual quilt show, and has been running a tight ship ever since. Her husband and 2 children are drafted as part of the team each year as well, and do a fantastic job. I can tell you from experience, as a quilt show co-chair, that the Kitchen is one area that runs itself without supervision and without drama. So by now I’m sure you’ve figured it out, and will join me in congratulating the 2012 MVQ Quilter of the Year, Deb Zukas.
Congratulations, Deb, on this well-deserved recognition.
Mary Ginn
2011 Quilter of the Year
Condolences to Guild Member
Richard Tyler, “Dick”, husband of MVQ member Dot Tyler, passed away on June 20th. He died peacefully with Dot at his side. Dick had been ill for the past five years and although the outcome was certain, he always maintained a cheerful attitude. He will be missed by all. Services are scheduled for Saturday. For more information please see the Eagle Tribune or speak with Deb Kelso or Mariane Karp.
Welcome to our 2012-2013 Officers
At the May meeting the Guild voted in a new slate of officers for 2012-2013:
Bev Valle- President
Lyn Caiado – Vice President
Barbara Black – Secretary
Janet Gillis [not Janice] and Jody Pellecchia- Treasurers.
Welcome and thank you for volunteering for these important positions!
Wow! What a Show
We did it! The Quilt Show was terrific! Karen Malio and her minions came through and produced a very professional exhibition of the works of an extremely talented group of women who make up the Merrimack Valley Quilting Guild.
From the Rust exhibit to the Round Robin, from Terry Gelinas and her beautiful quilting to Angie hawking the White Elephant Table goodies, from Best in Show to Judge’s Choice, we should all be proud of what we accomplished.
Thanks to all who gave their efforts to make this a successful show!
Mystery Bus Trip Memories
As seen in these two photos folks on the bus trip had a great time. We went to Maine this year to Cottonweeds in Freeport, Alewives in Nobleboro and Main-ly Sewing also in Nobleboro.
If your travels take you nearby these shops, stop in, I don’t think you will be disappointed.
Hope you will join us next year on our spring mystery bus trip.
Gail Wozniak
Merrimack Valley Quilters 