A Quilters’ Gathering 

NOVEMBER 1 - 4, 2012

 

At Our New Location Radisson – Manchester NH! 

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EXHIBITS                        LECTURES            WORKSHOPS                  VENDORS

 

SPECIAL EVENTS AND EXHIBITS

 Quilt Contest Theme:

Just By Chance

Unexpected Elements and Serendipitous Discoveries  

Entry Deadline September 15, 2011

 

2012 INVITATIONAL EXHIBIT:  

BOUNTIFUL EASTCOAST QUILT TRADITIONS

A Sampling of Treasures for Quilters to Find

 

Exhibits, Vendors Mall, Special Events – Open to the Public

Thursday, Friday & Saturday 10 to 6 and Sunday 10 to 3

Daily Admission $10.00 – Multi-Day $15.00

 

DAILY LECTURES & QUILTING WORKSHOPS

 

Presented by: Eastcoast Quilters Alliance 3, LLC

www.aquiltersgathering.com

When

Wednesday October 31, 2012 at 6:30 PM EDT
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Sunday November 4, 2012 at 5:00 PM EST


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Where

Radisson Hotel Manchester 
700 Elm Street
Manchester, NH 03101
 

 
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Contact

Sarah Glenfield & Kate Sussman 
Eastcoast Quilters Alliance 3, LLC 
sarah@aquiltersgathering.com 
603-714-8531 
 

A Quilters' Gathering 2012

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Below is Online Event Registration Information

WELCOME TO THE 24th Annual

A QUILTERS’ GATHERING™!

It gives us great pleasure to invite you to A Quilters’ Gathering™.  All workshops, lectures, and special events have been planned just for you.  We have gathered together a wonderful group of nationally known quilt makers to teach both the basics and the latest in quilting methods and techniques.  Our Special Events are a terrific mixture of pleasure and purpose.  A Quilters’ Gathering™ was founded in 1989 by Jeanne Glenfield & Marie Geary to provide you the opportunity of learning in an atmosphere of warmth and friendship with all the comforts of a warm quilt.  Please join us for our 24th year of A Quilters’ Gathering™ – 2012

 

INFORMATION ON FEES – REGISTRATION – ADMISSION

REGISTRATION FORMS ARE PROCESSED AS RECEIVED. CLASSES ARE FILLED ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED BASIS. Early registration is urged to assure enrollment in class of your choice.  Online Registration is available on the website in July.  Updates and Online Registration will be available online in July.   Watch for Newsletter updates.  No telephone registrations can be accepted. Registrations must be received by October 15, 2012 to assure processing before event.  Registrations received after this date will be held at the Registration Desk in the Atrium.  Please submit one registration form per person. Form may be duplicated for friends.  REMEMBER TO INDICATE A SECOND, THIRD, and FOURTH CHOICE FOR CLASSES and LECTURES.

 

BE SURE TO INCLUDE A $.90, THE GOVERNMENT RECOGNIZED AMOUNT FOR STANDARD POSTAGE. SELF ADDRESSED STAMPED ENVELOPE WITH REGISTRATION FOR YOUR CONFIRMATION AND SUPPLY LISTS.

PLEASE NOTE: SEND REGISTRATION FORM TO:  SARAH GLENFIELD, EASTCOAST QUILTERS ALLIANCE 3, LLC, 58A HARVEY ROAD, LONDONDERRY, NH 03053

 CONFERENCE PARTICIPANTS MUST CHECK IN AT REGISTRATION DESK UPON ARRIVAL-DESK OPEN:  

Thursday, Friday & Saturday – 8:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. & Sunday – 8:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M.

 REGISTRATION FEE - $20.00

MUST BE INCLUDED WITH REGISTRATION FORM. Fees can be paid by Check or Credit Card.  A $35.00 fee will be added for bounced checks. Registered participants receive a Gathering tote bag and daily admittance to all exhibits, events, vendor malls, and evening Quilters’ Gatherings.  Fee also covers all registration related costs.

 CLASS and EVENT FEES

HALF DAY (3 HR) - $35.00

FULL DAY (6 HR) - $65.00

Two Day Workshops - $130.00      

LUNCH & LECTURE - $20.00

STUDIO SPACE - $5.00

EVENING LECTURE - $10.00

OPENING NIGHT DINNER & PROGRAM - $35.00

 No Registration Fee is required if purchasing tickets for only Opening Night event and/or any Lectures.  Purchase of these tickets however, without Registration, does not include Daily Admission to show, Vendors Mall, etc.  Any additional fees for supplies provided by teachers will be indicated in program and on supply lists.

 EXHIBITS, VENDORS MALL, and SPECIAL EVENTS ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AS FOLLOWS: THURSDAY, FRIDAY and SATURDAY 10:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. and on SUNDAY FROM 10:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.

ONE DAY ADMISSION - $10.00

MULTIPLE DAY ADMISSION - $15.00

GROUP FEES and FULL-SHOW PASSES - Groups coming for the day may pre-pay admission, reserve lecture seats, etc. Group contact should write to Sarah Anne Glenfield, Eastcoast Quilters Alliance 3, LLC, 58A Harvey Road, Londonderry, NH 03053 or email sarah@aquiltersgathering.com for arrangements.

Full-Show passes may be obtained by registering as a Conference Participant for the $20.00 registration fee. This gives you a conference tote bag, daily admission, and admission to the evening Gatherings.  The multiple-day pass for $15.00 gives you daily admission only.

 Daily Visitors may also purchase tickets for any Lecture if seating is available.  Lecture tickets may be purchased at the Conference Registration Desk. No Registration Fee is required for Lecture $10 for tickets only.  

 PAYMENTS and REFUNDS - We are now accepting Visa, Master Card and PayPal! And, online registrations are available (starting in July).  Personal checks or Money Orders covering all fees must be included with registration. Make payable to: Eastcoast Quilters Alliance 3, LLC. Figure all costs on first choices. If placed in an alternate choice, any necessary adjustments will be made. You may add classes, events, etc. at any time by sending a duplicate registration form and any additional fees. No Additional Registration Fee Is Required. Write “Addition” and your Registration Number on this form.

 $20.00 REGISTRATION FEE IS NON-REFUNDABLE. ALL OTHER FEES WILL ONLY BE REFUNDED WHEN, AND IF, SPACE IS FILLED.  HOWEVER, NO REFUNDS OF ANY FEES OR COSTS WILL BE MADE FOR ANY CANCELLATIONS AFTER OCTOBER 1, 2011. BY REGISTERING YOU AGREE WITH THE GUIDELINES IN THIS POLICY.

 TRANSPORTATION – The Radisson, Manchester is at Exit 5 Granite Street Exit off the Everett Turnpike and easily reached by all major highways.  Shuttle services operate regularly out of Boston’s Logan Airport and the Manchester-Boston Regional Airport in New Hampshire. Free transportation to the hotel is available from Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (MHT). Call (603) 625-1000 to arrange pickup.  Your travel agent can assist with flight information and/or car routes.  You may also check our website for additional driving instructions.

 HOUSING – The Radisson Hotel Manchester Downtown, has reserved a block of rooms for A Quilters’ Gathering at a special rate: Single/Double at $111+ tax /Triple at $121+ tax or Quadruple at $131+ tax. To make reservations, call (603) 206-4109 or Radisson Worldwide at 1-800-333-3333 and indicate you are with Eastcoast Quilters Alliance 3, LLC or A Quilters’ Gathering 2012. Online reservations can be made by using PROMTIONAL CODE : AQUILT at www.radisson.com/manchesternh. In the event you have problems making reservation through this number please contact Kate Sussman for help. It is recommended to make reservations early.

 QUESTIONS? Call or Email: 

Sarah Glenfield at sarah@aquiltersgathering.com 603.714.8531 or Kate Sussman at kate@aquiltersgathering.com 603.714.8871