Randolph Center, VT. Traditional and contemporary rug hooking classes for all levels. One three-day and one five-day session, 16 classes, and a Rest and Rug Hooking Retreat option. Details at www.greenmountainhookedrugs.com. Contact: Stephanie Ashworth-Krauss, Green Mountain Hooked Rugs, (802) 223-1333, vtpansy@greenmountainhookedrugs.com.
Pennsylvania
Gatherings
Brandywine Rug Hooking Guild
Fourth Monday of each month, 6-9 p.m., Ashbridge Manor Senior Living, Lincoln Hwy., Downingtown, PA; and the third Thursday of each month, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Hankin Library, 215 Windgate Dr., Chester Springs, PA. Contact: Jeri Livingston, (610) 363-2557. Please check our website for details and directions: www.brandywinerughookingguild.org.
Pittsburgh Rug Hooking Guild
Second and fourth Mondays, 10:30 a.m.- 2p.m., Sept. through May, MemorialParkChurch, 8800 Peebles Rd., Allison Park, 15101. Sunday meetings, 2-4 p.m., various locations.nbsp;Contact: Fritz Mitnick, (412) 767-5698, fritzmitnick@comcast.net.
Southwestern PA Rug Hooking
Gathering: once a month on Saturdays, Washington, PA. Contact: Dona C. Hamilton, (724) 225–8560, srcare1@yahoo.com.
State College Rug Hookers
First Wednesday (3-5 p.m.) and third Saturday (1-5 p.m.) each month in Centre County, PA. Contact: Alice Kelsey, 637 Loveville Rd., Warriors Mark, PA 16877, (814) 692-4438, alice@alicekelsey.com.
The Woolwrights
Second Friday of each month, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., and fourth Tuesday of each month, 6-9 p.m., ZionLutheranChurch, 18 Quarry Rd., Leola, PA. Contact: Anne Stevens, (717) 656-2471, or maggie562@comcast.net.
The Old Barn Rug Hooking Guild, ATHA Chapter
Fourth Tuesday of the month, 1-4 p.m. at the Tunkhannock Library, Tunkhannock, PA. Contact: Janet Schleeter, (570) 928-9190, jschleet@epix.net.
Cumberland Valley Rug Hooking
Falling SpringEducationBuilding, Room 202, North Main St., Chambersburg, PA17203. Contact: Marion Lesher, (717) 264-5390, calesher@earthlink.net.
Cranberry Rug Hooking Gathering
First and third Wednesday of each month. Hooking and sociability. Contact: Shirley Engel, 222 Northfield Rd., Cranberry Twp., PA, (724) 776-5791, shirlet@zoominternet.net.
Scenery Hill Rug Hooking Guild
Newly formed group meets every Wednesday 10-3 at Two Olde Crows Primitive Shop on Route 40, National Pike in Scenery Hill. Newcomers and beginners welcome. Contact Patricia Anders (724) 945-6755.
Magdalena Rug Hookers
Meetings at the New Bloomfield Public Library, 7-9 p.m., fourth Monday of each month. Beginners welcome! Contact: Karen Larsen at crowsfootfarm@hotmail.com.
Events
Woolrights Rug Hooking Guild Hook-In, March 17, 2012
Farm and Home Center, 1351 Elm Ave., Lancaster, PA.Bring a rug for exhibit; enjoy our vendors. Contact: Anne Stevens, maggie562@comcast.net.
Brandywine Rug Hooking Guild Hook-In, October 27, 2012
Wagontown Firehall, Wagontown, PA. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Vendors, rug show, EuroSteam Iron raffle, door prizes. Advanced registration is encouraged. Contact: Jeri Livingston, (610) 363-2557, jeri_liv@verizon.net; www.brandywinerughookingguild.org.
Kutztown Folk Festival, June 30-July 8, 2012
Kutztown Fairgrounds, Kutztown, PA. Demonstrations of traditional crafts by 200 juried American craftsmen, folklife demonstrations, historical reenactments, antiques, traditional music, and more. For more information: www.kutztownfestival.com.
Connecticut
Gatherings
ATHA Goodwives Chapter
Region 1: third Wednesday, Sept.-May (except Dec.) at DarienCommunity Center, Darien, CT. Contact: Liz Alpert Fay, (203) 426-1845 or Martina Brunner, (914) 831-0688.
Second Sunday of every month, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Searsport Rug Studio, 396 E. Main St., Searsport, ME. Contact: Julie Mattson, (207) 548-6100, searsportrugs@aol.com.
First and third Mondays of each month, 9 a.m.-noon; in members’ homes. Contact: Linda, (207) 793-8404, islandlover@gwi.net or Norine, (207) 625-3927.
Seacoast Ruggers
Third Thursday of the month, Oct;-May, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the York Commons in York, ME. Contact: Jan Smith, rsjs5050@comcast.net, (603) 431-8894.
Artful Hands Fiber Studio Gathering
Artful Hands Fiber Studio: every Monday, 5:30-8:30 pm, Wednesday 1-5 pm. Meet new friends and have fun hooking in the new, larger studio at 316 Main Street, Norway, ME. Contact: Linda 207.739.2664, or artfulhandsfiberstudio@gmail.com.
Events
Spring Hook-In and Workshop, April 18-22, 2012
Franciscan Guest House, Kennebunk Beach, ME. Join teacher Jacqueline
Hansen or come and relax with your own project on the beautiful coast of
Maine. For registration information, please e-mail designs1840@main.rr.com, call (207) 883-5403, or visit www.rughookersnetwork.com
Instruction
1840 House 29th Annual Summer Workshop
1840 House, Scarborough, ME. Located one mile from sandy beaches on the beautiful coast of Maine. Instructions include all styles of rug hooking on any pattern of your choice. Contact: designs1840@maine.rr.com, www.rughookersnetwork.com.
Jackye Hansen Spring Workshop and Hook-in, April 18-22, 2012
Franciscan Guest House,26 Beach Ave, Kennebunk, Maine 04046. Send SASE for more information to Jackye Hansen, 237 Pine Point Rd., Scarborough, ME 04074, (207) 883-5403, designs1840@maine.rr.com, www.rughookersnetwork.com.
New Hampshire
Instruction
Rug Hooking Classes with Pam Bartlett
Day & evening classes at Red Horse Rugs, Loudon, NH . Contact: (603) 783-9848, redhorserugs@comcast.net.
Country Inn Rug School, September 9-14, 2012
Woodbound Inn, Rindge, NH. Teachers will be C. Lois Dugal, Sarah Guiliani, Betty McClentic, and Gail Walden. Both beginners and experienced hookers are welcome. Contact: Arline W. Bechtoldt-Apgar, (908) 757-5257, Bechtoldt@comcast.net.
Gatherings
ATHA White Mt. Woolen Magic Chapter
First Saturday of March, April, May, Sept., Oct., & Nov., 10 a.m.-2 p.m., in the Maxfield Library, 8 Route 129, Louden, NH. Contact: Pam Bartlett, (603) 783-9848, wmwm@comcast.net.
Second Wednesday of each month year round and third Wednesday Sept.-May, Ocean Pines Branch Library, Ocean Pines, MD, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Contact: Janice Russell, (410) 289–4110, ocrug@aol.com.
Forestheart Gathering
Forestheart Studio, Woodsboro, MD. Contact: Mary Klotz, 200 S. Main St., Woodsboro, MD21798, (301) 845-4447, www.forestheart.com.
ATHA Mason-Dixon Chapter
Third Tuesday of each month, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. First Evangelical Lutheran Church, 3604 Chatham Rd., Ellicott City, MD. Contact:Barbara Barton, barjack@juno.com.
ATHA Tidewater Chapter
First Saturday of each month, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Centreville Maryland Public Library, Centreville, MD. Contact: Betty Kerr, (410) 778-4939.
Choptank Hookers
Second Tuesday of each month (Sept.-May), 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Caroline County Library, 100 Market St., Denton, MD. Contact: Toni Gillas, (410) 827-6507, tgillas@friend.ly.net.
Delmarva Friendship Rugcrafters, McGown Chapter 106: second Wednesday of each month year round and third Wednesday Sep.-May, Ocean Pines Library, Ocean Pines, MD, 10am-2pm. Contact Janice Russell, Please confirm. (410) 289-4110 or Ocrug@aol.com.
People and Places. Contact: Montpelier Arts Center, 9652 Muirkirk Rd., Laurel, MD 20708, (301) 807-6261.
New York
Gatherings
Bainbridge New York Gathering
Third Saturday of each month, Spinner’s Hill Shop, Bainbridge, NY. Contact: Lisa Merian, 1377 County Rd. 17, Bainbridge, NY13733, (607) 967-8325, www.spinnershill.com.
(McGown): Sept., Nov., Jan., April, and May, OldBethpageVillage Restoration. Contact: Sibby, tuppence68@hotmail.com.
Peconic Ruggers
Third Tuesday of every month, 7 p.m., Hallockville Museum Farm, Riverhead, NY. Hook-ins held Jan., Feb., July, Aug. Contact: Judy, (631) 294-2134, JudyL175@hotmail.com.
McGown Mark Twain Chapter
Fourth Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m., Grace Episcopal Church, Elmira, NY, Contact: Marian Rutty, (607) 734-0074 or Marge Dovi, (607) 734-6953.
Dutchess County Rug Hooking Guild
meets the third Tuesday of the month, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., September-June at the PleasantValleyTown Hall, 1554 Main St., Pleasant Valley, NY. Beginners welcome. Contact: Sarah Jones, President, (518) 398-7003.
Events
Rug Hookers of the Fingerlakes Spring Hook-In and Rug Show, May 5, 2012
Perinton Presbyterian Church, 6511 Pittsford-Palmyra Rd. (Rte. 31), Fairport, NY 14450. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Contact: Kim Bastian, (315) 986-3007, kimpbastian@yahoo.com.
Massachusetts
Gatherings
ATHA Cranberry Chapter
Third Saturdays in Sept., Nov., Jan., March, May, at the South DennisSeniorCenter onCape Cod. Contact: Patricia White, (508) 398-1355, patbobwhite@yahoo.com.
ATHA Quabbin Chapter
Rug Hooking Guild: fourth Saturday of each month (Sept.-June), 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Jones Library, Amherst, MA. Contact: Carol Ambrozy, (978) 249-7304.
Pioneer Primitive Rug Hooking Group
Every other Thursday, 7-9 p.m., BangsCommunity Center, Amherst, MA. Please call to verify meeting date. Contact: Linda Repasky, (413) 548-8040, lrepasky@forwild.umass.edu.
Second Friday, Sept-June. 10 a.m.,- 2 P.M. Eight Point Sportman's Club, Sterling, MA 01564. Contact: Carol Hoyle Ballard, samballard@comcast.net or (978) 733-1264.
Old Sturbridge Village McGown Chapter 10
First Saturday of the month (March, April, May), 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Sturbridge Public Library, Sturbridge, MA. Contact: Ellen Gould, (508) 478-5194.
ATHA Charles River Rug Guild
Boston area. Meets Fridays 10-2 in September, October, November, and January through June. Contact: Susan Barry, (508) 785-1755, sbarry5488@aol.com.
Events
ATHA Charles River Rug Guild Spring Fling Hook-In, April 28, 2012
Dover Church, 17 Springdale Ave., Dover, MA. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. $8 admission. Coffee, tea, and dessert provided. Please bring a bag lunch. Contact: Susan Barry, (508) 785-1755, sbarry5488@aol.com.
Galleries
Exhibit of Traditional Hand Hooked Rugs, April 22, 2012
Salem Cross Inn, Rt. 9, West Brookfield, MA. Presented by Jeanne Benjamin and students—the 17th exhibit since 1979. Rugs and small pieces on display. Hand-dyed wools, patterns, and other supplies available for purchase. Demonstrations all day. Contact: (508) 867-8114, jeanne@newearthdesigns.com, www.newearthdesigns.com. For lunch reservations, call (508) 867-2345; the Inn’s website is www.salemcrossinn.com.
New Jersey
Gatherings
Hunterdon Rug Guild
Second Friday of each month (Sept.-June), 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Hunterdon County Library Complex, Rt. 12, Flemington, NJ. Contact: Joyce Combs (609) 737-9281, fjcombs@verizon.net, or Dee Rosebrock (609) 771-0596, uncoolfred@aol.com.
Mercer County Rug Hookers
First Thursday of each month, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Hopewell Library, Pennington, NJ. Contact:Weezie Huntington, (609) 466-1882.
ATHA Alice Beatty Chapter
First Wednesday of each month (Sept.-June), 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Community Center, 614 Greenbrook Rd., N. Plainfield, NJ. Contact: Janet Bosshard, (732) 528-1125, j.bosshard@verizon.net.
ATHA Spring Lake NJ Chapter
Second Monday of each month (Sept.-May), 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. St. Andrew's Methodist Church, 907 4th Ave., Spring Lake, NJ. Contact: Janet Bosshard, (732) 528-1125, j.bosshard@verizon.net.
Rhode Island
Gatherings
Little Rhody Thrummers
One Saturday a month in Sept., Nov., Jan., March, May; various locations in Rhode Island. Contact: Dolores Bannister, (401) 783-7507.
Canada
British Columbia
Gatherings
Sidney Hookers
Third Tuesday of each month, 2-4 p.m. Sidney, BC. Contact: Dianne Cross, 9600 Third St., Sidney, BC, (250) 656-4201, spincros@shaw.ca.
Vancouver Rug Hookers
First Monday of each month, 7-10 p.m. Contact: Michelle Sirois-Silver, 1937 E. 3rd Ave., Vancouver, BCV5N 1H4, (604) 253–4372.
Gone Hooking Traditional Rug Hooking Group
Every Wednesday, 10:30-3 p.m., Maple Ridge, BC. Contact: Freda Jackson, (604) 463-0043.
Every Monday, 1-4 p.m., Studio 204, Rotary Centre for the Arts, 421 Cawston, Kelowna, BC. Contact: Angela Possak, (250) 767-0206, www.rughookingteacher.ca.
Blue Heron Rug Hooking Studio - Hook-in
4th Saturday of each month. Free instruction with purchase of a kit. 375 Sunset Ave., Victoria B.C., V8S 4L3; 250-595-6406. blueheronstudio@telus.net .
Dorchester Hotel, Nanaimo, BC. Have you ever wanted to have a vacation on the West Coast? Now is the time to have one and join 50+ rug hookers for three days of hooking, demos, visiting, sharing, and vendors. All only steps away from Nanaimo Harbour. Contact: Shirley Burns, (250) 248-2767, sgburns1@shaw.ca.
Ontario
Gatherings
Ottawa Olde Forge Rug Hooking Group
Second and fourth Thursdays and first Saturdays of each month (Sept.-June), Maki House. Contact: Helen, (613) 224-5229.
Rugs on the Rocks, Sudbury Ontario
Each Thursday from 1-4 p.m., Parkside/Older AdultsCenter, 140 Durham Street, Sudbury. Contact: Nancy Barber, (705) 692-3433. nkbarber@netspectrum.ca.
Simply Hooked
Third Tuesday of each month, 6-9 p.m., Hutton House, Oxford St., London, ON. Contact: Glee, (519) 473-5042.
The Monday Bunch
Every Monday at the home of Freda MacDonnell, RR 1, Meaford, ON N4L 1W5, (519) 538-2425.
Ajax Rug Hookers
Meet first Monday of the month (except summer) and the third Monday of the month is an evening of social rug hooking at St. Andrew's Community Centre, Ajax, ON. Contact: Shelley Carroll, (905) 683-0017 or Pat Norwood, (905) 839-4964.
Saugeen Rug Hookers
Third Wednesday of each month, 10 a.m., at St John's Anglican Church, Mill Street, Port Elgin, ON. All welcome. Contact: Joan Rigby (519) 797-3262, jrigby@bmts.com.
New Brunswick
Gatherings
The Heritage Rug Hooking Guild of Fredericton
Every second Wednesday at St. Peter’s Anglican Church, Woodstock Rd., Fredericton, NB. Contact: Kimm Moore, (506) 474-2710.
Kent Hookers
Alternate Thursday mornings, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Club D-Age D’Or, Main St., Richibucto, NB. Contact: (506) 523-0896.
Quoddy Loopers of St. Andrews, NB
Meet every Wednesday, year-round, 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the Catholic parish center, 210 Parr St. Contact: Maureen McIlwain, (506) 529-4189, quoddyloopers.blogspot.com.
Events
Quoddy Loopers Hurricane Hook-In, November 5, 2011
Catholic Church hall, Parr and King Streets, St. Andrews, New Brunswick,
Canada. From 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., all are invited to hook, look, and visit.
Lunch and snacks provided. RSVP required, please! http://quoddyloopers.blogspot.com
or Mary at (506) 529-3790.
Saskatchewan
Gatherings
Heritage Rug Hooking of Saskatoon
Meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month, 7-9:30 p.m. at the Sherbrooke Community Centre. Contact: Rita Smith, (306) 997-2121, r.m.smith@sasktel.net.
Classes in: Design and Composition, Tanya Graham; Dye and Apply, Cec Caswell; First Nations Art, Wendy Halsall; Pictorials with Punch, Sara Judith; Wide Cut, Iris Simpson. Contact: Rita, r.m.smith@sasktel.net, (306) 997-2121.
Nova Scotia
Gatherings
Remsheg Rug Hookers
Every Thursday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., WallaceAreaMuseum on the Sunrise Trail, Wallace, NS. Contact: Sarah C. Ladd, RR 1, Pugwash Junction, NSB0K 1M0, (902) 257-2267.
Seaside Matters
Second Monday if each month, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., St. Timothy’s Church, Hatchet Lake, NS. Contact: Donna Gass, (902) 852-4794, d.gass@ns.sympatico.ca.
Spruce Top Rug Hooking Studio
Hook-ins the first Saturday of each month, The Gallery, 255 Main St. West, Mahone Bay, NS. Contact: Carol Harvey-Clark, RR 3, Bridgewater, NSB4V 2W2.
Town and Country Thrummers
every Wednesday (Sept.-May) 7-10 p.m., Amherst, NS. Contact: Vicky Comeau (902) 667-1438,vickycomeau@ns.sympatico.ca.
Smith's Cove Rug Hookers
Meet every Tuesday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at OakdeneSchool, Bear River, NS. Contact: Cris Murdock, (902) 467-0623, or Kathy Le Blanc, (902) 467-4154.
Fundy Group
First Wednesday of the month, Kingston Legion, NS. Contact: Gail McKay, (902) 847-9358.
Instruction
Nova Scotia Rug Hooking School, May 6-11, 2012
Truro, NS. Teachers: Jon Ciemiewicz, Anne Lockhart, Susie Stephenson, Barbie Baker-Dykens, Michele Micarelli, Donna Gass, Heather Ritchie, Celia Charlton, Iris Simpson, and Doris Norman. Contact: Marilyn Abramson, director, (902) 479-0857, mabramson@eastlink.ca, www.rhgns.com.
Galleries
The International Gallery of Hooked Rugs
19 Lawrence St., Amherst, NS. Open Wed., Thurs., Fri, and Sun., noon to 4 p.m. A unique gallery and market of new and antique hand-hooked rugs in a house from the 1870s. Rugs from many countries; free exhibit space. Plan your exhibit during Amhest's famous Nova Scotia Fibre Arts Festival in October! Contact: Avis Chapman, (902) 667-0988.
Alberta
Gatherings
Rug Group, Alberta Handicrafts Guild
Calgary Branch: every Thursday during school year, Rosscarrock Elementary School, Calgary, AB. Contact: Evelyn Brown, 3024–14th Ave. SW, Calgary, AB T3C 0X1, (403) 249-3603.
Edmonton Traditional Rug Hookers Guild
First Thursday of each month (except July and August), 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Pleasantview Community Hall, 109 St. and 58 Ave. McGown certified instructors, supplies, and workshops available with membership. Contact: Dianne Goodwin, (780) 464-9020, or good_one@telusplanet.net.Website: www.edmontonrughookersguild.com.
Edmonton Rug Hookers
Saturday Hooking at Woodvale Activity Centre, 5804-38 Ave. 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. (except holiday weekends). Contact: Janet, janet.mclean@shaw.ca.
Newfoundland and Labrador
Gatherings
Rug Hooking Guild of Newfoundland
Throughout the province all during the year in various locations. For more information visit the website at www.rhgnl.ca.
Instruction
The Rug Hooking Guild of Newfoundland and Labrador Rug School Twin Ponds Camp, August 16-19, 2012
August 16–19, 2012, central Newfoundland (near Gander). Contact: Marilyn Moore, moorem@nf.sympatico.ca.
Quebec
Gatherings
Montreal West Quebec
Hook-ins the third Thursday of each month. Contact: Nancy Lorimer (514) 482-3205.
Second and fourth Mondays of each month at home of Nancy Drake, Irvington, VA, (804) 435-8808.
Hookers, Strippers, & Co.
Second Saturday of each month, Sept.-June. Contact: Robin Hasty, 2359 Hwy. 58, Buffalo Jct., VA 24529, (804) 374–5830, robinsnest@kerrlake.com.
James River Rug Hookers
Second Saturday of each month, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Suffolk, VA. Contact: Mary Henck, (804) 740–6511, hookrug@comcast.net.
Williamsburg Rug Hookers
First and third Thursdays of each month, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., James City County Library, 7770 Croaker Rd., Williamsburg, VA. Contact: Nancy Norton, (757) 345-6439, nnorton4@cox.net.
Colonial Rug Hookersof Northern Virginia ATHA Chapter 49
Meeting monthly, Sept.-June, 12-4 p.m., SullyGovernmentalCenter, 4900 Stonecroft Blvd., Chantilly, VA20120. Visit http://crhnv.org for dates and more information, or inquire at colonialruggers@gmail.com.
Goose Creek Ruggers
Second Thursday of each month, 6:30-9 p.m. Northern VA. Contact: Kathy Hottenstein, (540) 338-6264, khotten@verizon.net.
Shockhoe Slip Rug Hookers
Fourth Saturday of each month, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. in Richmond, VA. Contact: Mary Henck, 2300 Bridgehaven Terr., Richmond, VA23233, (804) 740-6511, hookrug@comcast.net.
Notforgotten Farm Rug Hookers
First Saturday of each month, 3530 Tye River Rd., Amherst, VA24521, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Contact: Lori, (434) 263-6508, not4got@aol.com.
Fiber and Friends Salon
Fourth Wednesday of each month, 7-9 p.m., Walter Reed Community Center, 2909 16th St. South, Arlington, VA. Contact: sarah@linenconnection.com.
Blue Ridge Rug Hookers
Second Wednesdays of each month, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., and third Fridays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Charlottesville, VA. Contact: Pat Cross, (434) 244-5755, Dye4Wool@aol.com.
Traditional Rug Hookers of Yorktown, VA
First and third Tuesdays of each month, 10-2:30, Grace Church Parish Hall. Contact: Mary Beth Hawks, (757) 898-8021, or Jean Knowlton,jeank605@cox.net.
Old Dominion, McGown Chapter 30
Second Thursday of each month, except August. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Meet in members' homes. Contact: Anne Strahan, (703) 442-9390, annestra13@aol.com.
Events
Virginia Rugfest Rug Show and Hook-In, March 24, 2012
Coolspring Baptist Church, 9283 Atlee Station Road, Mechanicsville, VA 23116. 9-3:30. The Rugfest is a day-long event, featuring artist and speaker Norma Batastini, raffles, vendors, a beginner's class in traditional rug hooking, and of course a fabulous display of hand-hooked rugs. Contact: Mary Henck, (804) 740-6511, Linda Stewart, (804) 559-4960, or www.virginiarugfest.com.
Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival, February 23-26, 2012
Hampton Roads Convention Center, 1610 Coliseum Dr., Hampton, VA 23666. Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 10-6; Sunday 10-4. $14 admission, includes re-admission; Sunday admission is $12; under 16 free. Contact: www.quiltfest.com, (215) 862-5828, or mancuso@quiltfest.com.
Florida
Gatherings
Caloosa McGown Chapter #107
Fort Myers, FL: each Wednesday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., CypressLakeU.M.Church, year round. Contact: Marge Ciminelli, 1146 SE 32 St., Cape Coral, FL33904, (239) 542-6734..
Various times and places in Sarasota and Venice, FL. Contact: Anne Eastwood, 320 Greenwood Lake Dr., Venice, FL34292-4524, (941) 408-9315, idyewool2@comcast.net.
Pioneer Settlement Hooking Bee
Fourth Saturday of each month, Barberville, FL, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Contact: Bettina Drake Maraldo, 551 Johnson Lake Rd., DeLeon Springs, FL32130, (904) 985–5602.
Strawberry Hookers
Every Monday, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m., (Oct.-May) Lakeland, FL. (Contact for location). Contact: Joyce Frauenfelder, (863) 853-1947.
The Gator Group
Third Tuesday of each month, United Church of Sebastian, 1251 Fellsmere Rd., Sebastian FL. Contact: Dee Giel, (772) 388-5033.
Heritage Rug Hookers
Every Thursday, 9:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m., St. John’s Episcopal Church, Clearwater, FL. Contact: Mamie Adair, (727) 535-3218, madair_33764@yahoo.com.
Rug Parlour Hookers
Every Monday, 1-4 p.m. at the Rug Parlour Studio, Bayonet Pt., FL. Contact: Nancy Wood, (727) 863-8637.
Fourth Thursday of each month, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Ocala, FL. Educational programs and a guild project, Oct.-June. Join us, and bring your lunch and your hooking; coffee, tea and friendship provided! Contact: Karen Duncklee, (352) 861-6363, kduncklee@cfl.rr.com.
Instruction
Rug Hooking classes with Nancy Wood
The Rug Parlour, Bayonet Pt., FL 34667, (727) 863-8637.
Primitive Classes
Second and fourth Saturdays each month, 9 a.m.-noon at Hookers Haven, 4919 Allen Rd., Zephyrhills, FL33541. Contact: (813) 322-3803, www.picturetrail.com/homepage/hookershaven.
Central FL Rug Hooking Classes with Pat Gaufillet
Day or evening, Monday and Tuesday, Silver Springs, FL, (352) 236-6047, pattigo@cox.net.
Louisiana
Gatherings
Cajon Rug Hookers
Third Wednesday of each month, 4-7 p.m. Contact: Amzi Collins, 1500 Kirkman St., Lake Charles, LA 70601, (337) 437-3902, or Amzi's Rug Hooking Studio, amzi@att.net.
West Virginia
Gatherings
Morgantown WV Rug Hookers
For information about networking with Morgantown area rug hookers, contact: Melinda Russell, (304) 296-7842, mrussell306@comcast.net.
West Virginia Hookcrafters Guild
Second Tuesday and fourth Wednesday of each month (except July and August), 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Charleston area. Contact: Mary Jane Vredeveld, (304) 925-4687.
ATHA Mountain State Fiber Artists
Meet second Saturday of each month, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. in Morgan County Library, Berkeley Springs, WV and fourth Thursdays Jan.-Oct., 11 a.m.-3 p.m. in Capon Bridge Library, Capon Bridge, WV. Visit: www.MountainStateFiberArtists.org.
Every Monday, 2-4 p.m., ThomasvilleCountyPublic Library, Thomasville, GA. Contact: Jane Bussom, (229) 227-1504.
ATHA Crescent Lane Rug Hooking Guild
Hooking every Monday from 10:30 to 7:30 at Main Street Yarns & Fibers, 100 Barnett Shoals Road, Watkinsville, GA 30677; contact July Carter at (770) 725-2966 for further information.
Monthly Hook-in
Second Tuesday of each month, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Contact: Leslie Peck, Quilted Hearts, 2415 G Old Cornelia Hwy., Gainesville, GA30507, (770) 536-3959.
Forsyth County Rug Hookers
Meet twice a month on Fridays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Sharon Forks Library, Sharon Forks Rd., Cumming, GA. Bring your lunch. Contact: Carolyn Folsom, (770) 889-1019, or Karen Fuller, (770) 887-0747.
Events
Off The Hook Rug Exhibit, Workshops, and Hook-in, April 9-June 30, 2012
Exploring Our Rug Hooking Heritage. Gwinnett Environmental and Heritage Center. Sponsored by the Atlanta Dogwood ATHA Chapter. Hundreds of professionally exhibited rugs from 1850-2012. Southern hospitality and a whole lot of hooking! Workshops held throughout the show by Eric Sandberg (open class), Pris Buttler (Klimt-inspired designs), Gail Dufresne (geometrics), and Kathie Meyers (braiding as finishing). Hook-in April 14, 2012, 9-3, featuring Gail Dufresne, National ATHA President. Visit http://www.gwinnettehc.org/for more information, including area hotels, restaurants, and Atlanta attractions. There is an admission charge. Visitors will be able to see the rug exhibit with their paid admission to the center.
South Carolina
Gatherings
ATHA Carolina Wrens Chapter
North and South Carolina: Devenger Rd. Presbyterian Church, Greer, SC. Contact: Sharon Richmond in NC at (828) 697-8791.
North Carolina
Gatherings
ATHA Hornets Nest Chapter, Region 4
Second Monday of each month, 9:45-2 p.m., Providence Presbyterian Church, 10140 Providence Rd., Charlotte, NC. Contact: Mary Calder, (704) 849-9803.
ATHA Piedmont Rug Hookers
Chapel Hill, Raleigh, Durham, NC: third Saturday of each month, September through June. Contact: Mary L. Peterson, (919) 967-2846, www.piedmontrughookers.com.
If interested in attending a weekly hooking group, Contact: Laura Schnelker, (330) 231-5314 or got3bagswool@hotmail.com.
Tennessee
Gatherings
From Crook to Hook Wool Studio
Meeting most Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., 174 N. Crest Rd., Chattanooga, TN37404. All Rug Hookers welcome. Bring your hooking and lunch and join us. Contact: Sheri Bennett, (423) 622-3322, quilt_n_hook@yahoo.com.
Hixson Hookers (Chattanooga area)
Meet every Tues, 10:00 to 3:00, at North Rivers Civic Center, 1009 Executive Drive, Hixson, TN. Contact: Linda Rugina, (423) 870-8045.
By Hook or By Crook
Every third Wednesday of each month, 9am - 2pm, Crossville, TN. Contact Sharon Smith, (931) 456-6303, ssmith105@frontiernet.net
Events
Smoky Mountain Fiber Arts Festival, March 16-17, 2012
Townsend Visitors Center, Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center, and other locations, 7906 E. Lamar Alexander Parkway, Townsend, TN. The festival will include Border collie sheep-herding, sheep-shearing, classes, workshops, vendors, and art exhibits. Educational demonstrations of fiber arts processes, such as spinning, weaving, needlecrafts, and dyeing, will take place for all ages to enjoy. Contact: Smokey Mountain Convention and Visitors Bureau, (800) 525-6834, (865) 448-6134; Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center, (865) 448-0044; or www.townsendfiberarts.com.
Instruction
Townsend Visitors Center Workshops, January-March, 2012
This year's winter classes include rug hooking, basket making, wool applique, broom making, and photography. For information, dates and times, contact the Smoky Mountain Convention and Visitors Bureau, (800) 525-6834, (865) 448-6134, or http://www.smokymountains.org/classes-workshops.html.Registration is required.
Midwest
Wisconsin
Gatherings
Green Apple Ruggers
Third Wednesday of each month, 4-7 p.m., Brown County Library--Weyers Hillard Branch, 2680 Riverview Drive, Green Bay, WI. Contact: Peggy, (920) 826-2880, meno@new.rr.com.
Hooker's Wood & Wool Studio Hook-In
HOOKER’S WOOD & WOOL STUDIO, sponsors a “Hook-In†twice a month at 422 W. Central St., Chippewa Falls, WI 54729. Our afternoon group meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 2 – 5 P.M. and our evening group meets the 4th Tuesday of each month from 6 – 9 P.M. We welcome any and all visitors who wish to join us but encourage you to call the morning of our “Hook-In†to confirm that it hasn’t been cancelled. The coffee/tea pot is always on for your enjoyment as we gather. Contact: Caroline Dahlager @ 715-723-6875 or email @ rdahlager@charter.net.
Chippewa Valley Rug Hooker's Hook-in
CHIPPEWA VALLEY RUG HOOKER’S, meet for a “Hook-In†on the 4th Friday of each month from 9:30 – 12:30 P.M. at the Calico Shoppe, 214 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire, WI 54701. Coffee is available as we hook in the loft of this charming shoppe. We welcome all those passing through or anyone looking for a group to hook with on a regular basis. We encourage a phone call or email to one of the following to confirm that we have not cancelled a monthly meeting for any reason. Contacts: Mary Ellen @ 715-404-7003 or the Calico Shoppe @ 715-834-9990 or Email: www.calicoshoppe.com
Events
Cream City Rug Hookers Hook-In, April 26, 2012
Wisconsin State Fair, Tommy G. Thompson Youth Center, 640 S. 84th St., West Allis, WI. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Vendors, door prizes, silent auction, rug show, rug documentation available for donation. Breakfast, snack, box lunch, and refreshments. Reservations required. Contact: Hazel Rooker, hrooker@tds.net.
Indiana
Gatherings
ATHA Buffalo Trace Rug Hookers
Greater Louisville and Southern Indiana: first and third Thursdays of each month, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Cat House Rugs, 432 E. Fifth St., New Albany, IN. Contact: Ada Silva King, (812) 923-0406, adaofcourse@iglou.com.
By Hook or Crook
Second Wednesday of each month, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., ChestertonArtGallery, Chesterton, IN. Contact: Barbara Coulter, (219) 462-0335,coulterbann@intergate.com.
Hoosier Hills Rug Hooking Guild
Second Saturday of each month, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Carnegie Public Library, 300 W. Main St., Washington, IN. Contact: Colleen Schmidt, (812) 897-8161, cschmidt01297@adelphia.net.
Tuesday Group
Every Tuesday, Community Room of Bank, Morristown, IN. Contact: Mary Wicker, 4864E 350N, Shelbyville, IN46176, (317) 392-3326; lessons Wed., 7-9 p.m.
Puckihuddlers Rug Hooking Group
Second Monday of each month, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Fisher’s Library, Fisher, IN. Contacts: Patsy Jones, (317) 849-4098, or Jan Hammond, (317) 284-1022.
House on the Hill Rug Hooking
Monday afternoons, 1:30-3:30 p.m., 8055 Caldwell Rd., Connersville, IN. Wednesday evenings, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 1505 E. St. Rd. 44, Connersville, IN. Contact: Tracy Burns, (765) 478-9539.
Red Saltbox Rug Hookers
Now located in Attica, IN. If interested in joining a hooking group here at the studio, contact Wendy Miller, (765) 762-6292, wendy@theredsaltbox.com.
White River Ruggers
Every Tuesday, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m., sack lunch, LutheranChurch of the Cross, 4401 N. Wheeling Ave., Muncie, IN. Contact: Dana Davis, (765) 358-3911, or Arline Johnstone, (765) 759-3872.
The Woolkeepers
Each Monday, 9-11 a.m. at Bev Stewart’s home, 6583 So. Co Rd. 400 East, Clayton, IN 46118. All are welcome. Contact: Bev, (317) 839-3612, cas13ie@aol.com.
Events
Winter Woolen Workshop, February 25-26, 2012
Historic Seiberling Mansion and Elliott House, 1200 W. Sycamore, Kokomo, IN 46901. Saturday 9–6, Sunday 11–5. Two-day admission is $10; all proceeds benefit the Howard County Historical Society. All-day workshops, classes, and demonstrations in traditional, primitive, and artsy rug hooking; Oxford needle punch; wool applique; spinning; weaving; drop spindle; needle felting; punch needle embroidery; early sampler stitches; silk ribbon embroidery; tatting; hand “crazy†quilting; knitting; crocheting; and colonial floor cloth painting. More than 40 artisans selling their wares. Featured artisan: Ali Strebel of Ali Strebel Designs for Kindred Spirits. Contact: Beth Notaro, (765) 236-1000, bethsmnsfolkart@aol.com, www.picturetrail.com/bethsmainstreet, http://bethsmnstfolkart.blogspot.com
Ohio
Gatherings
Northwest Ohio Rug Hookers
First Thursday of the month at the Maumee Senior Center. Third Thursday of the month at the Sylvania Senior Center. We are a very informal group and all levels of experience are welcome. For more information, visit www.cindygayrughooking.com or call Cindi at 419-287-3884.
The Emerald Chapter 5 Group of the McGown Guild
Fourth Friday of each month, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Middleburg Heights Library, Middleburg Heights, OH. Contact: Kay Forbush, (216) 676-0783, kitcrug@juno.com.
Ladies of the Wool
First Saturday of each month, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Columbus, OH area (various locations). Contact: Phyllis Rees, (740) 943-2646, mailto:madre43344@gmail.com.
ATHA Miami Valley Chapter
Dayton, OH area: fourth Thursday of each month, 6:30-9 p.m., Beavercreek School Board office, 3040 Kemp Rd., Beavercreek, OH. Contact: Cindy Trick, (937) 429-2535, dftclt@aol.comand Linda Green, (937) 431-1737, lsgreen@att.net.
Fox Cottage Hookers
First Wednesday of each month, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 150 Lyons Dr., Centerville, OH. Contact: Sue Fox, (937) 433-0172, foxcottage@sbcglobal.net.
Old Crow Ruggers
Meet 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month,10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Lima, Ohio. Contact: Janis Betts, (419) 221-0633, daisyb@wcoil.com.
Western Reserve Rug Hookers
First Thursday of each month, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Sept.-Dec. and Feb.-June, Bainbridge Community Church, 17751 Chillicothe Road, Chagrin Falls, OH 44023. Contact: Jill Welsh, (440) 338-1739.
Kindred Hooking Club
Second Monday of each month, 6-9 p.m., 1524 Bowman Ave., Kettering, OH. Contact: Alice Strebel, (937) 299-6388, ali@alistrebeldesigns.com.
Brighton Wool Gatherings at That'll Do Farm
Sit-N-Hook the last Thursday of every month, 6-9 p.m., and the first Monday of every month, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Brighton Wool Gatherings at That'll Do Farm, 34634 State Route 303, Grafton, OH 44044, (440) 829-3644, www.thatlldofarm.com, brightonwool@aol.com.
Events
Amish Country Ohio 4-Day Hooking Retreat, April 18-21, 2012
Vendors, hooking, friends and food. For more information, contact Laura at got3bagswool@hotmail.com or (330) 231-5314.
Amish Country Wool Artisans Hook-In, April 21, 2012
Walnut Creek Mennonite Church, Walnut Creek, OH. Saturday 10–3:30. Featured guest Kris Miller of Spruce Ridge Studios. Contact: Laura Coblentz, (330) 231-1351, laura953@yahoo.com;orMel, (330) 893-2554.
Woolfest and the Western Reserve Rug Hookers' Rug Show, June 23-24, 2012
Lake Metroparks Farm Park, 8800 Euclid Chardon Rd., Kirtland, OH. Rug show with over 100 rugs, fiber art classes, fiber art vendors, children's activities, entertainment, farm animals. www.lakemetroparks.com
Michigan
Gatherings
Everlasting Stitches
First Thursday of each month, 6-9 p.m., Holt, MI. Contact: Pam Henrys, 2040 N. Aurelius Rd., Holt, MI48842, (517) 699-1120.
Lakeshore Rug Hookers
Every Monday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., St. Joseph Public Library, 500 Market St., St. Joseph, MI. Contact: Marlene Kuypers, (269) 465-0125, marlenekuypers@comcast.net.
ATHA Heirloom Hookers Guild
Northville, MI: every fourth Monday (except Dec.) at MillRaceVillage, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Contact: Gail Tuller, (248) 348-8144.
Thrums and Chums
Second Saturday of each month, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., First National Bank of Brighton, Challis Rd., Brighton, MI. Contact: Kris Miller, (517) 546-7732, kris@spruceridgestudios.com.
Michigan Rugg Artistes
Second Monday September through June. 10-2. McFaddee-Ross House, 915 Brady, Dearborn, MI. Contact: Marie Johnson, (734) 671-6502, mariewarrenj@yahoo.com.
Great Lakes Rug Hooking Guild
Meets at the WashingtonTownshipSeniorCenter, 57900 Van Dyke, Washington Township, MI, every second and fourth Wednesday from 9:30 a.m.- 4 p.m. Contact: Shirley Dusky, (586) 752-7484, shirleydusky@sbcglobal.net.
Middle of the Mitt Rug Hookers, Midland, MI
First Friday of each month (Sept.-June). Contact: Jill Lorden, jblorden@gmail.com, (989) 631-7054.
Illinois
Gatherings
Illinois Rug Hooking Gathering
Third Saturday of each month, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Edward Jones, 1005 Washington St., Highland, IL62249. Contact: Susan Pollard, 1320 8th St., Highland, IL62249, (618) 654-6273.
Rockford Chapter of ATHA
(Divas by the Dam): third Monday of each month, Sept.-May, times and locations vary. Contact: Sally Charnley, (616) 866-3725.
ATHA Foxy Lady Rug Hookers Guild
West suburban Chicago area: second Saturday of each month, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Lisle Station Park in Beau Bien Tavern, 921 School St., (3 Blocks E. of Main) Lisle, IL. Contact: Beth Morris, (630) 420-2276, cahbam@sbcglobal.net.
Bloomington-Normal Rug Hooking Guild
Fourth Tuesday of each month, 6:30- 8:30 p.m. at HeartlandCommunity College, Workforce Development Bldg., Rm. 1401. Contact: Jean Ann Dargatz, (309) 452-8528 or Kay Kjeldgaard, (309) 663-5497.
Hooking in the City
First and third Monday of each month, from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Old Irving Park, Chicago, IL. Please contact Dawn Walczak at 773-842-7667 or email at: msdawnww@att.net.
Events
Prairie Arts Center Hook-In, April 21, 2012
Old Colony School, Historic Bishop Hill, IL. 9–3 p.m. Registration and deposit required as seating is limited. The Rug Hooking Store at Black Horse Antiques of Valley, Nebraska, will be the vendor. Contact: Prairie Arts Center, (309) 927-3008.
Iowa
Gatherings
Between the Rivers Rug Hookers
Iowa Chapter of ATHA: second Thursday of each month, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Buchanan Co. Extension Office meeting room, Independence, IA. Contact: Wendy Goins, (319) 334-4550, wgoins@indytel.com.
Events
Decorah Rug School, June 10-15, 2012
Held on the Luther College Campus, Decorah, IA. Contact: Ann Duder, (563) 382-5728, annduder@msn.com.
Arkansas
Gatherings
Arkansas Hot Springs Village Rug Hookers
Every Tuesday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., at the McAuleySeniorCenter. Contact: Aileen Anderson, (501) 915-0696, badger2573@aol.com.
Central Arkansas Rug Hookers
One Saturday a month at the Jacksonville, AR, Main Library. Contact: Aileen Anderson, (501) 915-0696, badger2573@aol.com.
Happy Hookers
Third Thursday of each month, 10 a.m., Winslow, AR. Contact: Connie Wright, (479) 634-7011, evenings.
Springdale Rug Hookers
Springdale Senior Center, John Powell Annex, 610 Grove (corner of Grove and Cleveland), Springdale, AR 72764. First and third Mondays of each month, September through April. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bring a lunch if you wish, or you can buy one from the Senior Center next door. Contact: Laura Thompson, (870) 428-5923, thompson04@ritternet.com; or Paula Wentz, (501) 530-4504, esprainman@gmail.com.
Texas
Gatherings
Kirby Hooking Circle
Third Saturday of every month except holidays, 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., casual hook-in, Bethany Christian Church, 3223 Westheimer Rd., Houston, TX. Contact: Lurie McAdow, Luriemcadow@aol.com or April DeConick, adeconick@rice.edu.
Hill Country Rug Hooking Guild
Second Monday of each month, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., EMSBuilding, 221 Friendship Lane, Fredericksburg, TX. Contact: Linda Gartner (830) 990-6676.
Kerrville Rug Hookers
First Monday of each month, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Activities Bldg. of First United Methodist Church, 321 Thompson Dr., Kerrville, TX. Contact: Karen Maddox, (830) 257-3741.
Lone Star Rug Hooking Guild
Second Saturday in February, April, September, and November, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Dallas area. Contact: Martha Reynolds, (214) 697-5141, collectivepast@sbcglobal.net.
ATHA, The Stash Sisters Chapter, Region 9
First Saturday, second and fourth Thursday at 10 a.m., Octavia Fields Branch Library, 1503 S. Houston, Humble, TX.Third Thursday at 10 a.m., The Hen House, 5702 Louetta Rd, Spring, TX.Contact: P.D. Hankamer, (409) 374-2258, heartspd1@yahoo.com.
Fourth Monday of each month at the Garden and ArtsCenter, Lubbock, TX. Contact: Teresa, (806) 794-3332.
Minnesota
Gatherings
Bear Rug Hookers
Every Wednesday, 9:30 a.m.; third Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. Contact: Bear Patch Quilting Co., 2199 4th St., White Bear Lake, MN 55110, (651) 429-1039.
The Lake Nokomis Rug Hookers
Second and fourth Tuesdays of each month, LakeNokomisCommunity Center, Minneapolis, MN. Contact: Kathy Morton, 9860 Crestwood Terrace, Eden Prairie, MN55347, (612) 934–0966.
Arrowhead Hookcrafters Guild
First Monday of each month, ChristLutheranChurch, Duluth, MN. Contact: Sandy Krumwiede,sanjimk@hotmail.com, or Kay Despard, (763) 242-1704.
Pine Country Rug Hookers
Every Wednesday of each month, 10 a.m., at Rosebud’s Cottage, 2580 7th Ave. E, No. St. Paul, MN, (651) 426-1885.
The Wooly Red Rug
Second Saturday of each month, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; 4630 Wentworth Avenue., Minn., MN. Contact: Laurie Lausen, (612) 964-1165.
Hopkins Rug Artists
Every Wednesday, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at the HopkinsActivityCenter, 33 N. 14th Ave., Hopkins, MN55343. Contact: Cindy, (952) 933-1642, or Bette, (952) 888-3916.
West Enders Hooking Group
Fourth Tuesday of each month, 5-8 p.m., Delano Public Library, 160 Railroad Ave. E., Delano, MN. Contact: Jan Johnson (763) 972-2494, jannixa@frontiernet.net.
Hookin at the Farm
Third Wednesday of the month, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., and 6-9 p.m. Contact: Sally Kallin, Pine Island Primitives, (507) 356-2908, rugs@pitel.net (Please RSVP to make sure we are meeting).
Instruction
Northern Lights Rug Hooking School, July 24-27, 2012
Crosslake, MN. Featured instructors include Sally Kallin of Pine Island Primitives, Kathy Morton of Oak Ridge Cottage Rugs, and Mary Johnson of Designs in Wool. Contact: Carol Dunn, carolrae.dunn@gmail.com, (218) 675-5524.
North House Folk School, June 19-21, 2012
Old Fashioned Rug Hooking, Grand Marais, MN. This class is right on the shore of Lake Superior at the harbor. Instructor: Carol Dunn. Contact: (888) 387-9762, info@northhouse.org, www.northhouse.org.
Kansas
Gatherings
Blue Valley Rug Hookers
First Wednesday of each month, Marysville, KS. Contact: Arvila Wolfe, 900 N. Kansas, Frankfort, KS66427, (913) 292-4492.
The Little Apple Rug Crafters
Manhattan, KS: second Thursday of each month in members’ homes. Contact: Cecelia Clement, 1728 Westbank Way, Manhattan, KS66503 (785) 539-8949, or Deb McGlashon, 2905 Dickens, Manhattan, KS66502 (785) 776-6829.
Missouri
Gatherings
Great River Rug Hookers
Anyone in the area of Northeast Missouri or Hannibal. Day or evening instruction for beginners. Contact: Bonnie Johnson (573) 439-5854, ronj@marktwain.net.
Wooly Hookers
Second Wednesday of each month, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Daniel Boone Library, 100 W. Broadway, Columbia, MO. Contact: Beth Jacobs, bethjacobs@centurytel.net.
Aux Arcs Rug Ladys Gathering
Every second Thursday of each month, 4-8 p.m., Boonslick Regional Library, Warsaw, MO. Contact: Nelda Johnson (660) 438-7145, cndk@iland.net.
Naomi Miller St. Louis Guild of Rug Hookcrafters
First Thursday of each month, Webster Groves Christian Church, Webster Groves, MO. Contact: Linda Burke, (314) 961-4314, cleftstone@aol.com.
Events
Hook-In St. Louis and Rug Show, April 28, 2012
111 S. Geyer Rd., Kirkwood, MO 63122.10–4:30. The Wooly Loft and M&N Creations invite you to the first annual Hook-In St. Louis. Join us for a fun-filled day of hooking, shopping, door prizes, and rug show. Box lunch available with preregistration. Visit www.thewoolyloft.com for more information, including vendor list and registration form. Contact: Donna, (314) 422-7771, donna@mrlogo.com.
Kentucky
Gatherings
Valley Hill Rug Hookers
Second Wednesday of each month, Noon-8 p.m., Springfield, KY. Traditional and primitive punch needle for arthritic hands demonstrated. Contact: Rosemary Gillum Bailey, (606) 336-0255.
South Dakota
Gatherings
Black Hills Rug Hookers
Usually fourth Saturday of each month, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., RockervilleCommunity Center. Contact: Dolores Mattson, Keystone, SD, (605) 666-4316.
Nebraska
Gatherings
Log Cabin Woolkeepers
Every month at Prairie Woolworks (South Lincoln, NE) Roca, NE. Contact: Twila, (402) 792-3178.
Oklahoma
Gatherings
Tulsa Rug Hookers
First Thursday of each month, 7-9 p.m., and second Wednesday of each month, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Hardesty Regional Library, Tulsa, OK. Contact: Mitzi Thomas, (918) 299-4797 or stitziandmyron@hotmail.com.
West
Arizona
Gatherings
Javelina Hookers
First and third Wednesdays of each month, Pauite Neighborhood Center, 6535 E. Osborn, Scottsdale, AZ. Contact: Mary Kelly, (480) 945–0926.
Old Pueblo Rughookers
First Tuesday of each month, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., and third Tuesday, 1 p.m.-4 p.m. at Bella Quiltworks on Broadway between Craycroft and Wilmot. Contact: Kathryn Kovaric, (520) 207-3453, booklady246@hotmail.com, OPRH_Guild@comcast.net.
Wild and Wooly Hookers
Second Saturday of each month, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Scottsdale, AZ. Contact: Diane Eaton, (602) 920-3800, dianeeaton@cox.net.
Hassayampa Rug Hookers
Second Wednesday of the month, 10 a.m. Prescott AZ. Contact: Ginger Carlson (928) 445-1226, ganddcarlson@cableone.net.
Green Valley Rug Hookers, Green Valley, Arizona
Every Monday (December through May) at various recreation centers. Contact: Rosemary Strube, (520) 260-1293 (cell) or (520) 625-3708 (home).
Instruction
Old Pueblo Rug Hookers 2012 Workshop, March 5-7 and March 8-10, 2012
Michelle Micarelli is the teacher. Monday through Wednesday and Thursday through Saturday. Bella Quiltworks, Tucson, AZ. Contact: Kathy Kovaric, booklady246@hotmail.com
Wooly Garden Rug Hooking Workshops: Elizabeth Black, February 20-23, 2012
4-Day Workshop with Elizabeth Black, Country Inn and Suites, 20221 North 29th Ave., Phoneix, AZ 85027,$315.00. Contact: Diane Eaton, dianeeaton@cox.net, 602-920-3800, for more details.
Wooly Garden Rug Hooking Workshops: Diane Stoffel, April 11-14, 2012
4-Day Workshop withDiane Stoffel, Country Inn and Suites, 20221 North 29th Ave., Phoneix, AZ 85027,$315.00. Contact: Diane Eaton, dianeeaton@cox.net, 602-920-3800, for more details.
Wooly Garden Rug Hooking Workshops: Carrie Martin, April 11-14, 2012
4-Day Workshop withCarrie Martin, Country Inn and Suites, 20221 North 29th Ave., Phoneix, AZ 85027,$315.00. Contact: Diane Eaton, dianeeaton@cox.net, 602-920-3800, for more details.
California
Gatherings
The Camellia City Rug Hookers Guild
Second Saturday of each month, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sacramento Friends Meeting Hall, 890 57th St., Sacramento. Contact: Shelly Lencioni, (916) 765-7165, lakesiderugs@surewest.net.
Central California Traditional Rug Hookers
Last Saturday of February, April, June, and August, 9 a.m.-noon, Fresno, CA. Contact: Katie Ude, (559) 255-5545, ktude@sbcglobal.net.
North Country Woolgatherers
Last Saturday of each month (January-October), 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Fallbrook Public Utilities District Offices, 990 E. Mission Rd., Fallbrook, CA. Contact: Marjorie Chretien, (858) 530-2203, lachretien@aol.com.
Orange Coast Classics Rug Hookers
Every Tuesday, 9:30 a.m.-noon, The Colony, Newport Beach, CA. Contact: Jean Coon, (949) 706–1393. Everyone welcome, including beginners.
Peninsula Rug Makers Guild
Third Thursday of each month, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., (except Sept. and Dec.), San Jose Rose Garden Library. Contact: Wendy Brannan, (831) 438-6628, wbran438@sbcglobal.net; or Susan Kleidon, (925) 371-6035, skleidon@sbcglobal.net.
Wine Country Rug Hookers
Second Saturday of each month, except August, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., 684 Benicia Dr., Commons B, Santa Rosa, CA. Contact: Judy Cortez, (707) 545-1811, jmcortez@aol.com.
Central California Traditional Rug Hookers
Second Saturday of Feb., May, Aug., and Nov., Clovis/Fresno area. Contact: Sharon, (559) 297-5156.
East Bay Guild
First Friday of each month, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m., in Walnut Creek, CA, and members' homes.Contact: Carol Bagot, (925) 932-5159.
The Oceanside Rug Hookers
Second and fourth Fridays of each month, SeniorCenter, Oceanside, CA. Contact: Alice Taylor, 3929 San Lorenzo Ct., Oceanside, CA92057, (760) 433-3175.
San Fernando Valley Rug Hookers
Each Monday, 7-9 p.m., Pasadena; each Tuesday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Burbank or Northridge; each Thursday, 7-9 p.m., North Hollywood; alternate Saturdays, 12-4 p.m., Agoura Hills. Contact: Carla Fortney (818) 502-2156.
Schaberg Ruggers
Every Friday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Schaberg Library, Redwood City, CA. Contact: Merle Lovell, (650) 593-3671.
North County Wool Gatherers (ATHA chapter)
Last Saturday of each month, Fallbrook (CA) Public Utilities District offices, 990 E. Mission Rd., 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. New members welcome. Contact: Marjorie Chretien, (858) 530-2203, lachretien@aol.com.
Loopy Ladies of La Quinta
Every Monday, 9 a.m.-noon. La Quinta, CA. Contact: Janelle Leslie, (760) 777-0916, jleslie914@yahoo.com.
The Merry Hooker Woolens Hook-Ins
Last Saturday of each month, Oakland, CA. Jack London Square studio of The Merry Hooker Woolens. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Contact: Marita, themerryhooker@themerryhookerwoolens.com.
Cameron Park Rug Hookers, Cameron Park, California
The Cameron Park Rug Hookers meet weekly in Cameron Park, California. Contact: Rosemary Strube, (520) 260-1293.
Colorado
Gatherings
Florissant Mountainnaire Rug Hookers
Third Monday of each month, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Contact: Nancy Schell (719) 687-2110, ricnan@netscape.com.
Third Saturday of each month, 12-3:30 p.m., Lakewood, CO. Contact: Cheri Talbot, (303) 986-9360, beezer6636@comcast.net.
Mile High Rug Hooking Guild
Third Friday of each month 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Koelbel Library, 5955 S. Holly St., Centennial, CO. Contact: Lynda Miller, (720) 870-6417, linda.miller1@comcast.net.
ATHA Colorado Rug and Fiber Guild
Every fourth Saturday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Consolidated Mutual Water Board, 12700 W. 27th Ave., Lakewood, CO. Bring your project and come play! Contact: Cheryl Bollenbach, (303) 216-2424, cdboll@msn.com.
Washington
Gatherings
Inland Empire Rug Club
First and third Wednesdays of each month, 1-4 p.m., So. HillSeniorCenter, 27th and Ray St., Spokane, WA. Contact: Lorraine Owens, (509) 456-5668, llskylandia@msn.com.
Willapabay Wool Gatherers
First and third Friday afternoons each month, OceanParkMethodistChurch, Ocean Park, WA. Contact: Joanne Schuky, (360) 665-5572, lavlady@centurytel.net.
Class E Hooking Artists Guild
Fourth Tuesday of each month, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., GraceLutheranChurch, Vancouver, WA, Contact: Gina Conway, (360) 887-4665, teatimeGMC@juno.com.
Gig Harbor (WA) Ruggers
Hookers and Braiders meet the 3rd Tuesday of each month, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Peninsula Library. Contact: Donna McKeever, (253) 853-4583, pdmckeever4@aol.com.
Lady Bug Rug Hookers
Each Tuesday in members’ homes. Contact: Sonja Flarety, (360) 424-9881 or Joyce Sorensen, (425) 252-6053.
Ocean Park Rug Club
Second and fourth Fridays of each month, IlwacoHeritageMuseum, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Contact: Jerre McDaneld, 21707Pacific Way, Ocean Park, WA98640, (360) 665-4127.
Ocean Park Rug Club
Second and fourth Fridays of each month, Columbia Heritage Museum, Ilwaco, WA,10 a.m.-2 p.m. Bring your lunch and have fun hooking! Contact: Jerre McDaneld, (360) 665-4127, gabygirl@centurytel.net.
Seattle/Bellevue
Every Tuesday, 6:30-8 p.m. and the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month (excludes summer), 9:30 a.m.-1p.m. Visitors/beginners WELCOME! Contact: Bridget Todderud, (425) 442-5609, jtodderud@yahoo.com.
Events
National Rug Braiders Conference, October 4-6, 2012
The Inn at Gig Harbor, Gig Harbor, WA. Join experienced and beginner rug braiders from across the country for this unique event. Welcome gathering on evening of Oct. 3, followed by three full days of structured classes, workshops, and informal discussion groups. Contact: Donna McKeever, (253) 853-4583, pkmckeever4@aol.com, www.rugbraiders.com.
Oregon
Gatherings
Kind-hearted Woman Rug Hooking Group
Most Mondays in members’ homes, 1:30-4:30 p.m. Contact: Carol McDuffie, (541) 753-9242 or Janet Cline, (541) 928-5921.
Ocean Breeze Rugkrafters
Second and fourth Friday of each month, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Garibaldi, OR. Contact: Jo Stoltenberg, (503) 368-5274.
The Olney Rug Club
First Wednesday of each month, 10 a.m. Contact: Florence Lindgren, Rte. 1, Box 593, Astoria, OR97103.
Heart of the Valley Rug Hookers (Corvallis/Albany OR area)
Second and fourth Tuesdays of each month, 7-9 p.m. Contact: Patti Stephens, (541) 929-5116, ayntbee@comcast.net.
Heritage Rug Hookers
Most Tuesday afternoons, Salem, OR. Contact: Anne Jeter, 6765 Continental Circle, Salem, OR97306, (503) 371-6982 or Marge Christianson, (503) 588-1273.
The High Desert Rug Hookers
Every Tuesday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Bend Senior Center, Bend, OR. Contact: Louise Yoshihara, (541) 318-8345 or Jean Vogel, (541) 318-0819.
Rogue Valley Rug Hookers
First and third Tuesdays of each month. Call for location. Contact: Maureen Lowrey, Grants Pass, OR, (541) 476-1628, moandchardy@yahoo.com.
Idaho
Gatherings
Treasure Valley Rug Hookers
Several times a month in Boise, ID. Contact: Mary Helen Ferguson, (208) 383-9659, fergumary@aol.com.
Montana
Gatherings
Grizzly Country Hookers
First and third Thursdays, noon-4 p.m., Timeless Quilts, 2412 River Rd., Missoula, MT. Contact: Peggy Bloom, (406) 728-4375 or Vervian Stephenson, (406) 549-8426.
Sweet Pea Ruggers Guild
Second Thursday of each month, 5:30-7 p.m, at Sturdy Stitching Upholstery, 608 W. Beall St., Bozeman, MT, (406) 587-9848. Contact: Kathy Stephens, (406) 585-3555.
Utah
Gatherings
In the Loop Group
Third Tuesday of each month, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Village Dry Goods, Brigham City. Contact: Victoria Rogers, (435) 725-3546.
Utah Ruggers
Second Wednesday of each month, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Mormon Handicraft, Salt Lake City, UT. Contact: Nancy Raybould, (801) 364-8005.
Alaska
Instruction
Rug Hooking Cruise to Alaska, September 22-29, 2012
With Doris Eaton and Heather Horsfall. Hooking at sea with workshops, demonstrations, and classes. Contact: Melanie Furlong, melanie@cruiseholidays.com, (800) 870-0078.
Lady in Water by Betsy Archer