About the Guild

Established in 1970 following a series of needlepoint classes taught by two volunteers, Ann Heslop and Marge Wheeler, the Stan Hywet Needlework Guild is the result of the keen interest displayed during the first needlework show. Today the Needlework Guild boasts more than 200 members who meet six times each year.

The purpose of the Guild shall be:

At the 2005 Showcase judges dinner

A. To educate the members in various facets of stitchery techniques;
B. To sponsor a needlework show for the benefit of Stan Hywet by contributing leadership and volunteer service;
C. To stimulate interest in and support of restoration projects for Stan Hywet, all of which shall be done in conjunction with Stan Hywet;
D. To promote fellowship among needleworkers in Akron and surrounding communities.

Stitchery Showcase is an annual, judged show of needlework that is held at Stan Hywet in the Manor Auditorium as a part of Ohio Mart. A fundraising raffle is part of the annual event.

Membership is limited to 225 members. Prospective members must hold a membership in Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens, must attend at least two regular meetings each year, and must be involved in two guild activities. See more about the membership requirements.

Join Us!

Interested in becoming a member? Please contact the Membership Chair, Zella Stemple, at 330-848-4655 or by e-mail at zstemple@neo.rr.com.

General meetings are held on the second Tuesday of the month in March, April, May, August and November, at 9:30 a.m. in the Manor Hall Auditorium of Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens, 714 N. Portage Path, Akron, OH 44303-1399, 330-836-5533. Two evening general meetings are on the second Tuesday evening at 6:00 p.m. in June and September. Also, an Adult-Child class is offered on the second Tuesday of July at 9:30 a.m., and a public workshop in November is presented on the second Tuesday and the preceding Saturday, both at 9:30 am. Check the calendar for registration deadlines.

Exceptions will be noted in The Needleworker.

Current Member Renewal Form

Membership in the Needlework Guild must be renewed in the fall of each year. The DUES and MEMBERSHIP REPORT (rtf format that can be opened by any word processor) must be filled out and returned with membership dues to the Membership Chair by November 30th. For further information, contact the Membership Chair listed above.

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