Community Center Quilts
The building that houses the library where I do a lot of my hanging out is also home to the community center, senior center and Chamber of Commerce. I’m not sure what kinds of things are available through the community center or senior center but I do know they serve a rather lovely-smelling lunch at least once a week. They also seem to have some craft classes and they have a sign that directs visitors to the therapy pool. Sounds neat. The first time I explored the halls of the center outside of the library, I discovered a beautiful display of quilts. Except for one (my favorite) that had an Asian theme, all of the quilts had butterflies incorporated into them. They were all quite lovely and I kept meaning to take pictures of them. Well, earlier this week I went back down the hallway and the quilts had been changed. My favorite Asian one was still there but all of the butterfly ones were gone. The new quilts had handwritten signs next to them identifying what style of pattern the quilt represented. One of my favorites was made with vintage cloth pieces from the 40’s and 50’s. I took pictures of the new quilts so I wouldn’t regret it later and I took close-ups of some of my favorite parts. The photos didn’t come out as good as I had hoped but they give you an idea of what they look like. I couldn’t find anybody who knew much about them so I don’t know who the makers are. Click on the thumbnails to view the quilts larger. Sewing is one of those crafts that I wish I could do but know I will never take the time to get good at. Or even mediocre at. I definitely respect those who have the patience and talent.
Added on 2/22: I found out today that all of the quilts displayed, now and before, were created by one woman. Wow. Her name is Sharon Kidd and I wanted to make sure she got credited. Very impressive.
I think she was my 5th grade teacher at Bohemia elementary. She was a great teacher from what I remember all the kids really liked her and she taught some after school classes for those of us nerds who were interested. We learned Apple Basic programming for computers! I remember having pages of code hand written in my notebook so that I could input it into the computer after school. She was a terrific teacher thinking back….
You really were a nerd.
I hope Sharon Kidd reads this. I’m sure it will make her feel really good.
She was my 5th grade teacher at Bohemia. Amazing woman.