The first snow of the season was tolerated pretty well--Judy and Marcy donned their mittens and boots and had the shop opened by 10:00 and a number of you made your way to shop. As I have mentioned before, it is always best to call and see if we are in. Even though we follow the Berkeley School system guidelines, sometimes we are able to get in well before school is back in session.

We are busy working on the Blocks of the Month and Saturday Sampler block for January, 2006. We are keeping a list of names for those of you who are planning on participating. So if you were not in on Saturday, call or stop by to get your name of the list of your choices.

We are also taking payment for all clubs now. These will all be listed in detail in the newsletter but you can call or stop by and reserve your space now. We are happy to take your credit card by phone if that is more convenient.

I am busy working on the newsletter and have it about half finished. Kathy will begin working on it by Wednesday and it will be one the web by the end of the week if all goes well. I will give you a better timeline during the Wednesday update. I will tell you that we have an unbelievable lineup of classes. All of the teachers have new and exciting things on the schedule. The samples will be on the wall by Saturday for your perusale.

Time is geting close for the jolly red elf to make his annual visit. I hope that you have your Christmas plans well in hand--stay warm. Barbara