February 2, Red Rock Quilters
Love quilting? Got questions? Members of the Red Rock Quilters will be the featured guests for “Monday at the Museum” on February 02, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Perhaps bring a small project to work on and enjoy the fellowship of quilting by getting your questions answered or just talking about the joy of quilting. They welcome all levels of quilters, fabric lovers, guests, and traveling quilters. There is no charge for this demonstration.
February 9, Verde Valley Wood Carvers
If you have a piece of wood and a wood carving knife, come to “Monday at the Museum” at Sedona Heritage Museum on February 09, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and join the Verde Valley Woodcarvers. Hundreds of people have tried their hand at carving with this group since its founding in 1997 by Norm Knight. The group consists of carvers ranging from beginners to master carvers. Come by with your own equipment or just come to watch these artisans do relief carving, chip carving, and bark carving. There is no fee for this demonstration.
February 16, Irish Soda Bread Baking
Just in time for St. Partick’s Day, Clancy Sage will offer a “Monday at the Museum” bread-baking workshop on February 16, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00. Participants will enjoy a delightful and authentic experience creating traditional Irish Soda Bread from scratch. At the end of the class, each person will take some bread home, so you should plan your schedule accordingly. The fee is $10 per person and requires an RSVP. Call the Museum at (928) 282-7038 to reserve your spot!
February 23, Verde Valley Spinners and Weavers
Members of the Verde Valley Weavers and Spinners Guild will have their spinning wheels humming for “Monday at the Museum” at the Sedona Heritage Museum on February 23, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The spinners’ guild was formed over 35 years ago by Mary Pendleton of the Pendleton Weaving studio in Sedona along with a few weavers in the Verde Valley. The guild continues today with some 40 to 50 members actively pursuing Fiber Arts such as weaving, spinning, basket-making, dyeing and knitting. They would be happy to share their art with you, and to answer any questions you might have. There is no fee for this demonstration.
“Monday at the Museum” is a demonstration conducted every Monday. Please call for a current schedule. The Museum is always looking for participants who are willing to share their knowledge and skills. For details call 928-282-7038.
The Sedona Historical Society operates the Sedona Heritage Museum located in Jordan Historical Park, 735 Jordan Road in Uptown Sedona, Arizona. Open daily 11 am – 3 pm. For more information call 928-282-7038 or visit www.sedonamuseum.org.