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A Piece from Time Gone By
As America’s economy began it’s move from agriculture to being a major industrial engine, there were many opportunities for inventors and entrepreneurs. Ideas for new things to make, as well as ideas of better ways to make and sell things found fertile ground in America of the early 19th century. With more complex interactions, it […]
Detroit Tigers Like Us!
We are again the fortunate recipients of the Detroit Tigers’ generosity. The Tigers have donated several very collectible baseballs from some of their top players over the years. This year we have a baseball signed by JUSTIN VERLANDER, No. 35, Tiger starting pitcher and one the top 5 MLB pitchers of the past 5 years. Verlander has recorded […]
Names of A Color Challenge
Names can tell it all, or they can be an intriguing mystery. Titles of art in quilting are no exception. Try these… Just Fishing, He Loves Me, If I Were a Butterfly, Blessings of Spring , Journey of Life, Happy Stars, Garden Girls, Twister, Cactus Star, Softened Angularity, Baskets of Flowers, Grandma’s Bouquet, Bunnies Blossoms ‘n Butterflies, […]
Tools Old and New
Tools are often referred to as Big Boy’s Toys. There is great pleasure to be found in the shape, feel, and appearance of well designed and well made tools. Of course, the greatest pleasure is the enjoyment of using a good tool. Included in the General Auction and Silent Auction for the 2013 Relief Sale, there are several interesting donations. Some […]
Classic Car Collection
One of the biggest demographics in the USA is the generation known as Baby Boomers. This large portion of the population, born after the end of WWII, became old enough to drive cars, or long to drive cars, in the 1960’s. US automobile manufacturers expanded their lineups beyond the standard size sedans and coupes that […]
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 […]
