Photo by Christina Scanlon
From left, Carol Woolhiser, Helen Dwyer and Betty Stickney work on quilts during their Tuesday morning sessions.
NEWCOMB — Every Tuesday morning, Newcomb’s Mountain Quilters gather at the Newcomb Fire Hall.
They’ve been getting together since 1991, but don’t let the “quilters” in the name fool you.
“You can just come to visit,” said Helen Dwyer who leads the group.
There’s cross stitchers and crocheting, “really whatever they’d like to work on,” Dwyer said.
Those who participate usually bring their own sewing machines. Seasoned quilters are on hand to give help, so any level is welcome.
While the Tuesday mornings are working sessions, from 9 a.m. to noon, they also meet on the first Monday and third Thursday at 6:30 p.m. for regular meetings.
Starting July 8, a free six-week quilting class will be offered to all ages.
Dwyer will have projects available for all levels, from those who have never touched a needle, to those looking to improve techniques.
Attendants are asked to bring their own sewing machine. Materials for projects will be provided, though those that have their own projects may bring their own.
The classes will be held every Friday through Aug. 12 from 9 a.m. to noon.
The group is also gearing up for their annual Quilt Show Sept. 9-11.
Friday night, at the Adirondack Interpretive Center, Adirondack folk singer and song writer, Peggy Lynn will perform. The show continues Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. More information will follow as the event approaches.
For more information about the group, quilt show or classes, contact Helen Dwyer at thedwyers@frontiernet.net.
