Thank you to Green Valley Arborists for your generous donation of Bark Chippings and Plants for our garden at the centre, it will make a great difference come Spring. Tel: 01422 737044 Email: info@gva-trees.com
Author: David Greenwood
CALDER QUILTERS HELP MACMILLAN NURSES.
The group were given fabric books that had curtain and furnishings samples. After much thought ,this waste was turned into something useful, bags for the MacMillan Nurses Personal Effects Bags appeal. Well done the Calder Quilters .
DECEMBER MEETING GIFT EXCHANGE
Calder Quilters enjoyed their December Meeting ..mince pies and gift exchanges are always a delight. The Annual Show and Tell of quilts and Christmas decorations was stunning ..it was a true reflection of members skills. The members also brought their quilts that had been made for local charities. These quilts have been delivered to Lighthouse ( aimed at babies and children)and Homeinstead ( the elderly).
The members of the group send Seasons Greetings to who attend the wonderful MJCentre.
Calder Quilters Display in Central Library
Calder quilters have a display in the Central Library in Halifax. It is to recognise Culturedale 2024.
There are Three Split Quilts/ wall hangings on Shibden Hall, The Bridge in Hebden and a Yorkshire Scene. The members also made Minature Quilts as part of this years project.
The exhibition will be on until Friday 29th November.
New Payment Structure:
Monthly payments of £5 per class can now be made in advance with no refund for non attendance. Alternatively payment can be made for individual sessions at a rate of £7 per class. People can mix and match as they wish ie: advance payment for months in which they expect to attend all classes, weekly rate where they know in advance they will be missing some classes. People who know in advance that they will be missing for 4 weeks or more will not be charged for that period as long as they have informed us.
NOTE: “A Short AGM at 2.00pm before the talk at 2.15pm
Saturday 22nd February 2025 at Maurice Jagger Centre, Halifax. 1.45pm for 2.15pm start.
ROBERT ADAM, ARCHITECT TO THE NOBILITY:
A talk by Tony Burkitt on the life and work of Robert Adam, covering his family background and Grand Tour and development of his own style. It finishes with the scheme which was nearly the downfall of him and his brothers.
After considering architecture as a career, Tony worked in banking all his life, re-kindling his interest in architecture after retirement.
Saturday 22nd March at Maurice Jagger Centre, Halifax. 1.45pm for 2.15pm start.
ANCIENT TREES AND WOODLAND IN YORKSHIRE.
A talk by Alan Hunton: The work of the Trust includes the creation of tree planting initiatives and the restoration of damaged sites. He discusses the importance of trees for wildlife and the important ancient trees and woodland sites in Yorkshire with an illustrated talk on a selection of these.
Alan trained as a chemist and decided to volunteer for the Trust as he approached retirement. He has a particular interest in ancient trees and is now, 15years on, the lead Verifier for the Ancient Tree Inventory in the North of England, checking additional records that are made by the public into the inventory, and visiting ancient trees on a regular basis with other volunteers.
Both Talks:
H & C members £4.00, non-members £5.00, includes refreshments. All welcome Tickets on the door. Enquiries, including if bad weather 07779 233 048
On Saturday 31st August Calder Quilters went on their Annual Trip. This year The Great Northern Quilt Show was held at Doncaster Racecourse. After a straightforward journey the members alighted the coach to a day of viewing quilts, browsing useful sewing items, purchasing needed fabric ,reconsidering the next Project and coffee…with the odd cake.
The added bonus this year was hunting down and finding the seven quilts exhibited by our own members. They included titles such as “ Love is a Work of Heart “ and “Pennies from Heaven”.
An enjoyable day all round….we will be planning next year’s trip ….for our members and their friends .
B. Horrocks chairperson
The Centre has acquired a number of items. If you would like to make a donation for one please contact the office. We would be looking for £40 for a wheelchair and £20 for a walker.