March Meeting Enjoyed by Sew-N-Sews

Ellen Brittingham Sew-N-Sews members have been busy working on charity items for pets and for children, as well as meeting in groups to learn new sewing projects and generally enjoying the company of each other. Our scheduled days in the Sewing Room at the Arts and Crafts building at Oakwood are usually filled with members…

Cheryl’s Swingin’ Dixie Variety Band

Helen Daley The Arizona Classic Jazz Society (ACJS) will be celebrating Cheryl Thurston’s birthday on Sunday, May 21, in the San Tan Room at the Crowne Plaza Phoenix – Chandler Golf Resort in Downtown Chandler from 1 to 4 p.m. This celebration has become a yearly tradition for ACJS. It is a pleasure to honor…

Desert Threads Participates in Annual AQG Quilt Show

Eleven Desert Threads members exhibited quilts in Canyon of Colors Quilt Show held by Arizona Quilters Guild (AQG) at the Mesa Convention Center on March 24 and 25. Two members won awards. Katy Clements’ “Crystal Lane” quilt won a third place ribbon in the Kit Quilt – Solo category for her excellent applique, piecing, and…

Cheers Social Group Activities

Cheers Trip Opportunities: Several members recently took a cruise to Mexico, while others enjoyed our spring weather at home. Opportunities for day trips in the coming months include Bearizona and Williams, Ariz., on May 23 and Tonto Bridge and Pine Creek Lavender Farm on June 12. Come and enjoy the cool Northern Country with us! Two…

Chess Anyone?

Looking for a friendly chess game? Or maybe just looking for help learning how to play? Serious players are welcome, too. We play chess on Saturdays from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Cottonwood Ceramics Room (A-8). There is no formal commitment. Come when you can, and leave when you want. Feel free to…