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2023
Tuesdays (ongoing); 4pm Pacific
Mini Cyber Club (MCC) Hosts Escape from Quarantine Meeting (Zoom)
Join other miniaturists in conversation while working on minis.
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Wednesdays (ongoing); 4pm Pacific
Round TUIT Roundtable Work Sessions (Zoom)
These sessions meet online every Wednesday and are hosted by a Create.Miniatures.org team member. Participants work on roundtable kits acquired over the years, share the roundtables they have recently completed, pick up assembly tips, and visit while working.
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Fridays – every other (ongoing); 10am – 1pm Pacific
Create Unfinished Objects (UFO) Zoom
Online via Zoom
Join Debbie Colombo as she hosts a bi-weekly meeting to work on UFO’s. If you don’t have any to work on don’t worry…you can work on any project you would like to…or join us just to chat. This is just a few hours to visit with others while working on miniatures.
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March 4, 2023; 9am Pacific
Create.Miniatures.org: Workshop – Annabelle Goes to Paris with Ginger Landon-Siegel
Online via Zoom
Create an ensemble of black and white faux leather luggage and accessories.
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March 18, 2023; 10am
MiniCals hosts Spring Fling miniature sale
18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA
$6 buys admission and a table to sell.
Contact Ruth Heisch for more info.
March 18, 2023; 10am Pacific
Create.Miniatures.org: Workshop – St. Patrick’s Day Dinner with Carolyn Eiche
Online via Zoom
Make a platter of corned beef with parsley potatoes, a bowl of baby carrots, a bowl of cabbage chunks, a basket of Irish soda bread and a mint frosted chocolate cake.
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March 26, 2023; 11am Pacific
Create.Miniatures.org: Workshop – Rainbow Bridge with Alician Pearce
Online via Zoom
This little Rainbow Bridge scene comes with 3 dogs, 3 cats, a rabbit, a ferret, and a guinea pig. This is a great piece for you to remember those fur babies that you have lost.
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April 1, 2023; 9am – 3pm
Inside Parking Lot Miniatures Sale
Elks Lodge #2248, 3000 Brady Lane, Roseville, CA
Have you been cleaning out and downsizing your miniatures? Wondering what to do with it all? You could donate it to Region N2 or Name for auctions, sales and grab bags! However, maybe some of them are salable and this will be your big chance! There will be regular miniature vendors as well as folks who are downsizing. So whether you are shopping or selling, we hope to see you there. No fee to attend, only to have a sales table. For table rental info, contact Pattie Hong 530-432-3271. $20.00 per table (Tables will be provided).
April 1, 2023; 11am Pacific
Create.Miniatures.org Shares: Retrofitting Your Dollhouse with LED Lighting
A free Zoom session with Luci Hanson
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April 2, 2023; 11am Pacific
Create.Miniatures.org Shares with Amy Rauch
Join Amy as she shows you her extensive micromini collection. A free Zoom session.
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April 14 – 15 2023
Create.Miniatures.org Workshop: Create an Easter Bunny with Cat Wingler
A 2-day class taught via Zoom.
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April 22, 2023; 10am
MiniCals workshop: Doll/Steamer Trunk
18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA
This trunk can be for a doll or maybe a 1/4 inch scene inside. Complete with travel stickers, wallpaper and drawers to fill. Bring a basic toolbox, jig, and a lunch.
Contact Ruth Heisch for more info.
April 22-23, 2023
Create.Miniatures.org Workshop: Art Deco Roombox with Samantha Murray
A 2-day class taught via Zoom.
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April 29, 2023; 9am Pacific
Create.Miniatures.org Workshop: Getting Ready for Easter Table with Mindy Yates
Online via Zoom
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May 6, 2023; 10am Pacific
Create.Miniatures.org Shares with Cynthia Treen
Join miniature designer, teacher, and author Cynthia Treen for a Zoom talk about her new book Wind in the Willows Felt Friends where she shares sewing pint-sized felt animals and teaching the joyful craft of hand-stitching.
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May 13, 2032; 10am
MiniCals workshop: Jelly Cupboard and Vegetable Bin
18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA
Two items for your country kitchen will be made of alderwood. A vegetable bin will have a wire screen front, and the jelly cupboard will have shelving. Bring a basic toolbox, jig, and a lunch.
Contact Ruth Heisch for more info.
May 14, 2023; 9am – 5pm
11th Annual Miniatures on the Waterfront Show & Sale
2 locations: Eagles Hall, 217 E Lockeford St., Lodi, CA 95240; 1024 Industrial Way, Suite A, Lodi, CA 95240
$5 admission gets you into both shows. Free raffles for door prizes and gift baskets. Real Estate Row – find a new mini home! If you want to sell a home on Real Estate Row and are not a contracted vendor, the fee is $20.00. Contact Debbie for more info or visit the show website. Dealers and individuals who would like to sell their merchandise, please contact Debbie.
May 20, 2023; 10am
MiniCals Workshop: Jelly Cupboard and Vegetable Bin
18665 Madrone Parkway, Morgan Hill, CA
Two, small kitchen pieces made of beautiful alder wood. The vegetable bin has the traditional wire/screen drawer fronts. The jelly cupboard has a plain front. Bring a basic toolbox, jig, and a lunch.
Contact Ruth Heisch for more info.
May 20, 2023; 10am Pacific
Create.Miniatures.org Workshop: Fountain Grass with Pamela Ridgley
Online via Zoom
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August 12, 2023
Summer at Tahoe State Day Workshop: La Petite Cafe
Lake Tahoe Presbyterian Church, 2733 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, CA
Join us as we travel the world. This year—Paris, France. You will receive a unique roombox complete with a sidewalk cafe. Breakfast, lunch, supplies, beverages and gifts are included. Participation is limited so sign up now. Payment arrangements are available. Fee: $75.00 plus a large self-addressed envelope. Must provide a phone number. Deadline: July 1, 2023. Make check payable to: M.A. Van Buskirk, PO Box 14091, South Lake Tahoe, CA 95615

August 17-20, 2023
NAME National Convention in Cape Cod, MA
The theme is “From Sea to Shining Sea”
Every Summer, NAME holds a national convention. The official start of the convention is on Thursday, and ends on Sunday, but other activities begin on Monday. More info
2024

August 1-4, 2024
NAME National Convention in Franklin, TN
The theme is “Old Southern Charm”
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