A Members Request

6/6/2015

Member Margaret Taffi posted a thought on June 4th under the April 2015 Meeting entry. I thought it was important and I reposted it here so it wouldn't get lost. Here is Margaret's post:

Margaret Taffi said:
I read where we are playing Quilto for the July meeting! I'd love to see a vote on how many folks really asked for this. Its ok for a special meeting but not a regular one. There must be something more productive than this. Love the meetings and have not missed one since I joined but that may start happening! What has happened to the life of the guild and the fun?

Here was my reply to Margaret:

While I can’t speak on behalf of the guild’s decision makers, I do believe they try and do their very best to accommodate the needs of membership. I do know they have been trying very hard to get feedback from members so then can provide what members want and expect from the guild. I agree with you that although Quilto can be a fun activity on occasion there surely are other fun activities and lessons that are sure to satisfy our mutual quilty cravings.

We have a tremendous amount of talented members. My hope is that they will not be bashful and come forth when asked or just come forth on their own to share their knowledge on those few occasions we don’t have a quest speaker. It would also be great if they would do the same for Skills Day.

The guild needs more input from members; I’m so glad you shared your thoughts Margaret. I’ll be sure to pass it on to the powers at be. I hope you don’t get too discouraged. Hang in there and don’t stop coming to the meetings. I’ll miss your smiling face!

Okay, I have a little question not just for you but for the entire guild….

Who or what would you like to personally see at an upcoming meeting?

Could be a public figure or one of our very own members. Post your comments to the blog and I’ll pass them on.

Connie Cracraft
Website & Blog Editor

2 Comments

Valerie Vinzant, Program Chair

6/7/2015 01:41:29 am

Hi there, I want to address the concerns members have voiced about programs. The membership has been asked what they want to do... Not much in the way of positive suggestion has been given. It would be helpful if more members would step up and volunteer their time. Those of us who have taken initiative are doing the very best we know how. Without help, it is difficult to provide programs that everyone will enjoy. Some members suggested a talented presenter recently and all attempts to contact her were futile. So sometimes, we have to fall back on what is available. Know that in September, some members will be giving a trunk show. Another issue is funding. Without money, it becomes impossible to provide outside education. It costs an average of $1000 per presenter; pleas to the general membership for solutions have gone unanswered until this post. Thank you for your suggestions as to fund raising. The idea of a flea market was also well received by a member. Who would like to help put that together for next year? Ladies, you cannot count on the Board and Committee Chairs to do all the work for you. Thanks to a few, there are Skills Day and new member groups forming. If I have left anyone out, I apologize - your help is invaluable. Please let's look to see where we can be useful, and let those who are working so hard know they are appreciated. And in that spirit, thanks to all for showing up, paying dues, and helping out. You have all taught me about the magical world of Guilds, and I am grateful.

Connie Cracraft

6/8/2015 03:09:28 am

Thanks for your valuable input Valerie. Members may innocently not be aware of how things work in the background and what's involved. All the hard work and time the board and committees put in doesn't go unnoticed and is appreciated!

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