The meeting started at 12:30 to accommodate the Anderson Valley Quilters. Molly Johnson Martinez showed a DVD “Los Hilos de la Vida”, or “Threads of Life”. She introduced 4 students of the “Even Start” adult education program, Angeles, Marina, Laura and Aurora. They had many quilts (colchas) displayed and offered DVD’s and books for sale. There was a table set up for PPQG members to display their quilts.

Business meeting was called to order by President Barbara Dunsmoor at 1:40 pm

There was a good turnout. Barbara Dunsmoor thanked the Anderson Valley Quilters for sharing their stories, then introduced new PPQG member, Kathryn Weiss and a guest from Canada, Maxine MacPhail.

Treasurers Report: We have a balance of 26,865.99.

The president asked that members take the time to read the meeting minutes on line so we can vote each month on the previous meeting’s minutes. She read the Final List of Officers and Committee Chairs for 2009-2010. Motion to approve was made by Claire McPherson, seconded by Donna Blum. There was unanimous approval.
There is still a need for chairpersons for the July picnic and December luncheon. We also need an Historian.

Committee reports:

Programs- Sue Arnold reminded us there are a few spots open for Rebecca Rohrkaste’s class “Circles Another Way” Thursday, March 19th. Sue showed a quilt she made after taking Rebecca’s class in the past. Anyone interested in Rosalie Dace’s June 2-4 class “Earth Wind and Fire” must sign up soon. Positions in the class will not be held much longer for locals to sign up. Once it is advertised to the public they expect the class to fill immediately. Ms Dace does not often come to the USA.

Membership- Gail Spencer reported there are still a few members that have not paid their dues for 2009. Please check to see that we have your correct contact info before the new roster comes out.

Newsletter- Janet Windsor said the deadline is for March is February 24th.

Library- Anna said some books were donated and will be considered for the library.

Hospitality: Marta Emmons, Sylvia Keller and Joyce Gaudet did the setup. Members who brought treats were thanked.

Retreat- A great time was had by all who attended. Donna Blum had pictures, which she taped to the door as we came in.

Challenge 2009- Gail Sims encouraged all to enter “It’s Easy Being Green: The Three R’s-- Rethink, Reuse Recycle” by Aril 3rd.

Art in the Redwoods- Janet Windsor and Gail Sims showed the completed top
Comfort Quilts- Polly encouraged all to continue working on our Quilts of Valor and to start our Challenge quilts.

Quilts of Valor- The delivery date was changed to May 7th, so you still have time. The contact person at the hospital is delighted we are again bringing quilts to Palo Alto. Quilts will be distributed to patients in their rooms instead of the dining area.

Fanny Basket- With the approval of those in attendance, some of our excess fabric was given to the Anderson Valley Quilters. They rely 100% on donated fabric.

Name tag raffle- Katherine Gyorfi won the name tag raffle

Show and Tell- over a dozen quilts were presented for Show and Tell

New Business- Carol Tackett demonstrated a sample block for Marilyn Limbaugh’s President’s block. Copies of instructions were available.

Donna Blum reported that Barbara Wendt and she completed the Archival History of Pacific Piecemakers Quilt Guild. This was a one-time labor of love.

Minutes taken by Gail Spencer for Karen Shanower