Scandinavian Festival April 19 & 20, 2008, 10 am - 5 pm California Lutheran University 60 W. Olsen Road, Thousand Oaks We will be demonstrating outside in the Norwegian area of the Festival. This will be a hands-on demonstration, showing children and adults how to card wool and make yarn. Washed wool will be provided; bring hand-carders and drop spindles. Food will be available to purchase. Bring chair and rug or blanket to put your wheel on. Tables will be available. Signups for demonstrating will be taken during the February and March meetings. Contact Rose Mary Schaefer for further details at 805-484-6446 (w) or 805-485-4202 (h) (after 7pm).
Topanga Banjo, Fiddle Contest and Folk Festival Sunday, May 18, 2008, 9 am - 6 pm Paramount Ranch, Agoura Hills We will be demonstrating on the porch (short section) of Old Town, across from Huckeby's Feed & Grain Store and Brays Mercantile. Maps will be provided. You will need to bring your own chairs, water, sunscreen, and blankets or mats for your wheel. Tables will not be available. If you drive into Old Town (before 9 am) to drop off equipment, you can't drive out until the festival is over, approximately 7 pm. I recommend you bring a cart to haul wheels, etc. to the site. The road to Old Town is a rutted dirt road so wear comfortable shoes. You will receive free admission to the Festival. Lunch will be available from catering trucks. Signups for demonstrating spinning and weaving will be taken during the March and April meetings. Contact Rose Mary Schaefer for further details at 805-484-6446 (w) or 805-485-4202 (h) (after 7pm).
Cowboys, Heros, and Outlaws: Passport to the American West Saturday, June 7, 2008, 10 am - 4 pm Olivas Adobe, 4200 Olivas Park Drive, Ventura We will be demonstrating in the inner courtyard. Shade will be provided. Food will be available. This will be a hands-on demonstration of hand-carding, drop-spindles, weaving, or any 19th century skills. This demonstration must be interactive with children. Participants are encouraged to make something to take home, i.e., yarn, carded wool, bracelets, etc. Demonstrators should wear the following clothing: long skirts, blouses, jeans, or western attire. Bring chair and rug or blanket to put your wheel on. Tables will be available for looms. Signups for demonstrating spinning and weaving will be taken during the March, April and May meetings. Contact Rose Mary Schaefer for further details at 805-484-6446 (w) or 805-485-4202 (h) (after 7pm).
Pioneer Jamboree Saturday, June 7, 2008, 10 am - 4 pm Stagecoach Inn, 51 S. Ventu Park Road, Newbury Park We will be demonstrating on the porch of the museum. Tables will be provided. Signups for demonstrating spinning and weaving will be taken during the April and May meetings. Contact Rose Mary Schaefer for further details at 805-484-6446 (w) or 805-485-4202 (h) (after 7pm). If you have any questions regarding the Stagecoach Inn, contact Lou Kirby at 805-497-3364.
Huntington Library Sunday, June 8, 2008, 9:00 am - 4:30 pm San Marino (near Pasadena) We will demonstrate in the Herb Garden, under the trees. You will need to bring your own chairs; tables will be available for looms and to display fibers/skeins/knitted or woven articles. You will also receive free admission to the Library buildings. Lunch will be available from the cafeteria. Maps are available. Signups for demonstrating spinning and weaving will be taken during the April and May meetings. Contact Rose Mary Schaefer for further details at 805-484-6446 (w) or 805-485-4202 (h) (after 7pm). If you have any questions regarding the Huntington, contact Shirley Kerins at 626-405-3571.
Ventura County Fair July 30 - August 10, 2008 Seaside Park, Ventura Fair Theme: "Meet Me at the Fair" Friday, August 1 - "Sheep to Shawl" at Large Livestock Sunday, August 3 - Spinning Exhibition (12:30 pm) Contact Silvia Leidig to volunteer. Every Day, 12:00 - 4:00 pm - Demos at Guild Booth Contact Nona Hummel to volunteer.
updated 8 March 2008
Past Events
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Reyes Adobe Days Saturday, October 13, 2007, 10 am - 4 pm Historic Reyes Adobe 5464 Reyes Adobe Road, Agoura Hills We will be demonstrating in the parking lot next to the park. The parade is at 10 am so plan on setting up before 9 am. Shade will be provided. You can sell items if you wish. Bring chair and rug or blanket to put your wheel on. Tables will be available for looms and to display items. Signups for demonstrating spinning and weaving will be taken during the August and September meetings. Contact Rose Mary Schaefer for further details at 805-484-6446 (w) or 805-485-4202 (h) (after 7pm), or Randy Paller, City of Agoura Hills Recreation Department, 818-707-7788.
Seaside Highland Games October 13 & 14, 2007, 10 am - 5 pm 2008 Dates: October 11 & 12 Seaside Park, Ventura We will be demonstrating outside, in the area between the two large buildings (Fair / Commercial & Youth). No costume is necessary. Food will be available to purchase. Bring chair and rug or blanket to put your wheel on. Tables will be available for looms. Signups for demonstrating spinning and weaving will be taken during the August and September meetings. Contact Rose Mary Schaefer for further details at 805-484-6446 (w) or 805-485-4202 (h) (after 7pm).
Guild Open House Saturday, October 20, 2007 2008 Date: October 18 Studio Channel Islands Art Center Please plan to join us for the Guild's annual Open House, Sale and Show. We have a new venue this year: the beautiful outdoor sculpture garden at Studio Channel Islands Art Center. We'll have demos, fibery goodies for sale, a silent auction and more. Come to spin, weave, braid, knit, or crochet on the grounds with us. Spend the day and enjoy the advent of fall and the holiday season.
Vendor space is available for $35 per space or for Guild members at 10% of sales. You will need to provide your own tables and chairs.
Camarillo Ranch House Holiday Nights Wednesdays, December 5, 12, & 19, 2007, 7 pm - 9 pm Historic Camarillo Ranch House 201 Camarillo Ranch Road, Camarillo Members may demonstrate on the front porch or in the living room. Signups for demonstrating spinning and weaving will be taken during the December meeting. Contact Rose Mary Schaefer for further details at 805-484-6446 (w) or 805-485-4202 (h) (after 7pm) or Toni Amper at 805-389-1607.
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