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June Already ?
Is it really June already? Where did the time go? It hasn’t really seemed like it is that time of year to me. But the calendar is right in front of me telling it is true. So….. You know what that means! Time to get plans in gear for the Northern Michigan Relief Sale. August […]
A Relief Sale Christmas
I know. It’s Christmas. So why am I talking about the Relief Sale? Think about it. What is the purpose of the Northern Michigan Relief Sale? To help those in need, right. What is the message of Christ, the reason for our Christmas celebrations? To help those in need. If we truly follow Jesus, we […]
2012 Fall Meeting for NMRS
The fall meeting will be held on 6 October 2012 at Fairview Mennonite Church. It will begin at noon with a simple lunch, followed by the meeting from 1:00 to 2:30 pm. We will review the results of the sale and celebrate what God was able to accomplish through the 2012 sale. Discussions will cover […]
Thankful
Thankful almost seems too mild a word to use, but I don’t really know a better one. We are truly thankful in many ways. Thankful for good weather (even though it was hot.) Thankful for the many people who gave uncounted hours to set up the grounds and buildings for the sale. Thankful for the hours put into […]
Those Crafty People in the Creative Corner
One of the five buildings used to house the Northern Michigan Relief Sale is devoted to “crafty” things. That’s not saying that quilts, baked goods, potted plants, jellies, and other such items don’t require a fair amount of craft to make. No, I’m just talking about those unique items, made from readily available materials such as wood, […]
It’s a Silent Auction
SHHHH! It’s a silent auction. Don’t say a thing. I mean don’t tell anyone what you are bidding. Go ahead and tell everyone about the Silent Auction at the Northern Michigan Relief Sale. Friday afternoon is the time for the Silent Auction. If you have never been involved in a Silent Auction here is how […]
What is a Sand Dam?
The funds gathered at the 2012 Northern Michigan Relief Sale through Penny Power, the Traveling Water Quilt, Kid’s World, and other children’s activities are all being directed toward the construction of sand dams and related technologies in Africa. The idea behind Sand Dams is very simple. It draws from generations of knowledge that water can be found in the […]
I Challenge You
A challenge has been issued. A few intrepid souls have answered. Here are the terms. You will be given five fat quarters. You must use all five. You may add five additional fabrics. You may make more than one entry. The size is up to you not to exceed 40×40. Please submit it to the Quilt […]
