In 1981, several ladies who enjoyed quilting put an ad in the local newspaper inviting all interested quilters to meet in a small room above one of the local banks. To their surprise several dozen women showed up eager to be part of a local quilting organization, and Quilters Etc. was born!
Through the years, our group has grown to the point where finding a meeting place large enough for our members has become a challenge. The Guild meets monthly, January through October, and hosts a quilt show every other year. We also enjoy friendship groups, donating quilts to local causes, quilting retreats and sew-ins, quilt challenges, block of the month, and others.
How can I contact you?
In Person: Visit us at a meeting!
Mail: P.O. Box 2507, Lompoc, California 93438-2507
Email: QuiltersEtcGuild@gmail.com
When do you meet?
Quilters Etc. meets on the 4th Thursday of each month at 6:30 pm for social time before getting down to business at 7:00 pm. Check the calendar page for specific meeting dates.
Exceptions:
- We meet on the 3rd Thursday in June to avoid conflicting with the Lompoc Flower Festival activities.
- Since life is crazy busy for the holidays, we don’t meet in November or December.
Where do you meet?
Quilters Etc. meets at the DeWees Community Center, 1120 W Ocean Avenue Lompoc, California.
What happens at a typical meeting?
Our regular meetings include a guest speaker or special event plus show and tell, door prizes, reports from our various committees, fabric bonanza drawing, and the block of the month.
How much does it cost to attend a meeting?
First time (and second-time) visitors are free and always welcome. After that, there is a nominal $3.00 charge for non-members.
How much does it cost to become a member?
Dues are $30.00 per year (half price if joining after May). Members receive free admission to the meetings and a subscription to our monthly newsletter. In addition, members have the opportunity to participate in Guild activities such as retreats, workshops, etc. Membership for those who are 80 and over at the first of the year is free!