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At the 2011 convention in Anaheim, a plan to hold an educational event in the spring of 2013 in Region 1 was announced.  The Board of Directors is beginning to focus on the details for this event, and needs the input of SAGA members

For some, this seminar will seem to be a revival of the “Regionals” that SAGA held in the 1980’s and 1990’s.  These members will recall plusses and minuses of these events.  Newer members, unfamiliar with the Regionals, will have other ideas.

While the initial event will be held in the northeastern US, we hope it will be followed by similar events in other regions.  To that end, we need input from all our members, not just those who might attend this first program

Please take ten minutes and fill out our survey here.  The survey will be available until February 29. 

Look for announcements about the seminar in the late summer. 

Help promote SAGA and our upcoming annual convention during the Original Sewing & Quilt Expo, March 8-10 in Duluth Ga. SAGA will have a booth which will display the WeeCare trunk show, copies of SAGANews, and examples of some of our program offerings along with a fabulous raffle basket.  The show is attended by hundreds of stitchers from throughout the southeast.

An 18" designer doll has been donated by Karin Eveland [Region One Rep] which we plan to raffle with a wardrobe of exquisite smocked and heirloom clothing contributed by our members. SAGA members who contribute an outfit--smocked, heirloom sewn, or featuring hand embroidery or other sewing artistry--will receive $5 worth of raffle tickets for the doll.

While donations of any other simple handmade (sewn or knitted) garments will be appreciated along with purchased accessories (shoes, jewelry, hats, tights, and the like) no raffle tickets will be issued for these items.  Displaying the doll clothes will give expo visitors a chance to see the fine needlework executed by SAGA members.

Please send items to Liz Perch, 330 Goebel Avenue, Savannah, GA 31404, to arrive by March 2, 2012.  Don't forget to include address stickers for your raffle tickets!  Look for photographs of the donated items here and on our facebook page.  Raffle tickets ($1 each/6 for $5) will be available in early February, as well.  Proceeds from the raffle will cover the expenses of participating in the expo; excess proceeds will be used for additional convention promotion and will contribute to the SAGA general fund. 

SAGA Board members will be arriving early for their midyear board meeting in order to staff the booth for most of the expo.  They will be covering their own added travel, accommodation, and meal expenses.  SAGA members from nearby chapters are encouraged to volunteer, especially on Saturday, March 10.  Chapter members who staff the booth at least two hours will receive free admission to the expo and $5 of raffle tickets.
 

You'll find the latest info about upcoming events and programs including Education Programs, Grant Workshops, and more.

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SAGA Board of Directors 2011-2012

Liz Perch President Susanne Brisach President Elect Education Lisa Reidland Vice President Evaluations Erna Fenchel Secretary Beverly Crowley Treasurer

Karin Eveland Region I Rep Region Rep Coordinator Cathy Reinhardt Region II Rep Carol Evans Region III Rep Kristen Benjamin Region IV Rep Tawn Hunka Region V Rep