Upcoming Events of MGVC

Upcoming Events

Markham Guild of Village Crafts
Bits and Pieces Sale

Saturday, May 26, 2012, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

PLACE: Markham Guild Building, 11 Church Street map

This is our annual “stash busting sale” and is stocked with craft and art supplies from our members studios, closets, work rooms and secret stashes. The items will be displayed for sale both within the Guild Hall and from our parking lot.

What: Our annual more than just a garage sale event! Huge sale of fabrics, craft books and magazines, wool, yarns and threads, buttons and trims, crafting supplies and equipment, and scrap booking supplies. All at incredible prices, so come early! Join us rain or shine at The Guild Hall on the corner of Church and George Street in the old town of Markham.

When: Saturday, May 26th, 8:00am-2:00pm

Admission: FREE

Contact: www.guidingstar.ca/MGVC, or markhamguild@rogers.com, 905-294-7421.

SEPTEMBER OPEN HOUSE AT THE GUILD

September 8, 2012

10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Meet the teachers and register for fall and/or winter classes.

Gallery show featuring Jubilee entries.

DOORS OPEN MARKHAM

September 22, 2012

10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Tour of the Guild and Gallery Show.

Check our website for further Doors Open Markham activities at the Guild.

WHAT’S AT THE GUILD

Come out and experience the fun at our monthly meetings! Crafters of all skill levels meet the second Tuesday (September to June) at 7:30 p.m. with a guest speaker most months. We always see wonderful items made by our members for inspiration in our own crafting. Call the Guild for details at (905) 294-7421. Membership fees are very reasonable and they have their benefits.

Are you interested in learning a new craft, or expanding your skills? Teachers at the Markham Guild offer a variety of classes beyond those listed here, including: Paper Arts – Quilling, Altered Books, Creating Albums, Crochet, Needlecrafts – Embroidery, Ribbon Embroidery, Tatting and Rug Hooking.

THE VILLAGE QUILTERS

Markham Guild of Village Crafts invites you to come out and join our Quilting Interest Group – “The Village Quilters”. Expand your quilting experience in a warm and friendly atmosphere Wednesday afternoons. Our Markham Guild of Village Crafts members who meet in this group share tips and projects with each other while working on their own and community charity quilting projects.