Tucson Events

Yesterday I went to a Tucson ASG meeting and was so inspired to go sew something when I got home that I didn't have the energy to blog yesterday. The Tucson group had a holiday luncheon at the Reid Park golf course. The setting was festive and the company a joy. I saw many of the people I met earlier at the neighborhood group meeting. They promised to keep me in the loop about what they are doing. I enjoyed seeing Yolanda, the chapter president again. Their chapter is facing many of the same issues as the Seattle Chapter. They are trying to save money and are faced with a slight decline in enrollment due to the economy. They have some good programs lined up for the coming year--Linda MacPhee is giving a workshop a couple of weeks before Expo, where she is speaking at the ASG banquet. I was pleased to hear that several Tucson ASG members are planning to come and will attend the banquet.

Today, Sunday, Larry and I went to the 4th Ave. Street Fair. It's held twice a year near the UA. It reminded me a lot of the University Street Fair in Seattle (although I haven't been to that one in over 20 years). It was fun to take in the local character. The weather was perfect for walking around. Larry had a good barbecue sandwich. I bought a few things. I noticed that tie dye was popular in several booths. I hope that means it's coming back. I haven't noticed much black and blue colors here, like in San Francisco. I prefer more vibrant colors. I bought a tie dyed rayon dress that was made locally and a t-shirt from the street fair organizers. All in all, it was a pleasant afternoon. I may want to return to 4th Ave. to look in more shops and check out some restaurants.