The Remodeling Corner – February 2015

Janet Cook Each year the largest social media site for home remodeling and construction, Houzz, conducts a national survey on what is trending with homeowners. Houzz facilitates the gathering of photos of projects that can be copied to an individual’s idea book, to help define what one wants their home to look like. Here are…

Karaoke and dancing planned

Enjoy karaoke and dancing with Mr. B. & The Blonde – double the fun at Sun Lakes Country Club Pro Shop Lounge on Saturday, February 14 from 7:00-? p.m.; and Saturday, February 28 from 7:00-? p.m. The lounge will be serving food. Mark your calendar for a another fun evening of singing and dancing. If…

Agave Quilters news – February 2015

Education Assistant Laura Alexander and Agave Education Director Marti French show a sample from an upcoming workshop.

The Agave Quilters got off to a fantastic start in 2015 with a wonderful Trunk Show in January by Barbara Polston of Phoenix. Barbara introduced Agave members to her newest book, Quilting with Doilies: Inspirations, Techniques, and Projects published by Schiffer, and now available on Amazon. Included in the January trunk show were all the fabulous…

Spirit of the Desert Gourd Club – February 2015

Christmas ornaments made from gourds. Photographs taken by Joan Borkovec.

Nancy Zier On Thursday, January 15 new officers for the year 2015 were presented to members; President Vicki McKenna; Vice-Presisdent Lorraine Longpre; Treasurer Carol Reese; Secretary Phyllis Mills; Editor Nancy Zier; Historian Joan Berkovec; and Events Coordinator Terri Pate. Many members worked diligently to present a large number of gourds for display and sale at…

Savvy Travelers to meet February 12th

Ray Rajamaki with Paula and George Jauch on January 1 in Cabo San Lucas

The next Savvy Travelers meeting is a cruise night February 12 in the San Tan Ballroom of Cottonwood Country Club at 6:30 pm. Come join us – Viking River Cruises will be presenting their new Ocean voyages and exciting itineraries for 2015 and 2016. Viking has nearly sold out every sailing for the 2015 year…

Cottonwood Clay Sculpture Class – February 2015

Evelyn Shea Looking for fun? This class is designed for crafters and anyone interested in elevating their craft or artistic skills to an art form. The first thing you notice about the Cottonwood Clay Sculpture class is the relaxed and fun atmosphere – whether we’re creating gifts, portraits of grandchildren or whatever else appeals to…