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September 2026


Fall Round Table Member Presentations

Each fall, one of our general meetings is dedicated entirely to member-led mini-presentations. It's a wonderful opportunity for everyone to share their skills, tips, tricks, and favorite quilting discoveries, and is consistently one of our most popular meetings. You don’t need to be an expert; if you’ve learned something that made your quilting life easier, others will want to hear it!

Everyone has something to share.

Possible topics (some are actual past examples that remain talked about):

Using Legos to master a scant ΒΌ" seam; Mitered corners + binding tricks; App demos (EQ8, Inkscape, etc.); Stretches and ergonomic tips; Organization strategies; Using a new notion; Technique demos: FPP, EPP, fussy cutting; Identifying fabric substrates; Pressing techniques; Machine maintenance basics; Scrap-busting ideas; Quick project demos; Navigating Discord or the guild website; Playing a you tube video. The variety is part of the fun—every year brings new ideas.

How It Works

Over the course of an hour, presenters will give 10 - 15 minute demos as members rotate around the room in small groups. Expect 3 - 4 rounds, depending on the number of presenters. This format keeps things lively, interactive, and low-pressure. You don’t need slides or a formal setup, just show your technique, tool, or tip and chat with the group. Presentations may be broadcast to our members attending by zoom.

Want to Present?

Programs builds the presenter roster a few weeks before the Round Table meeting, but you’re welcome to reach out any time during the year if you’d like to volunteer. Whether your idea is tiny or technical, practical or playful, we’d love to include it.

Zoom attendees are encouraged to participate as presenters.

Contact Programs if you are interested.

Social Events (in person + virtual)

Event Host (1 person or 2 co-hosts), plus one additionakl for Zoom social event
Ideal for someone who enjoys logistics, planning, and behind-the-scenes coordination; comfortable delegating tasks and loves bringing people together.

Activity Leader(s) (1–4+ people)

This position is exceptionally flexible and can be what the activity leader wants it to be!

Setup & Teardown Team (5+ people; may include general member help)

Ideal for people who are able bodied- can lift/move/carry tables and chairs, can be on feet for 20 plus minutes at time. Can follow safety (electrical, space) guideline per the venue and think on the fly to make adjustments to the set up (eg, placement of irons, cutting stations, etc).

Welcome Committee (1–2 people)

Food/Snack Wrangler (2 + people)

Click here for detailed job descriptions!

    Workshop Assistant (in person + virtual)

    Our workshops run smoothly thanks to the help of one or two Workshop Assistants. This role supports both the instructor and participants. This role is ideal for someone auditing the class as a non-participant, or for a student who is flexible with occasional interruptions.

    Core Duties

    (Responsibilities may vary depending on the workshop and venue needs.)

    • Arrive at least 30 minutes early and plan to stay at least 30 minutes after the end of the workshop.
    • Welcome and check in attendees and contact anyone running late (call/text), offer name tags as needed to attendees. Offer a gracious welcome to new members or non-members.
    • Serve as the point person for member questions and basic venue troubleshooting, especially helpful when a Programs team member isn’t present.
    • Contact information will be shared with attendees and instructor for day of emergencies/needs
    • Support the instructor as needed: help set up demo areas or projectors, assist with ordering/picking up lunch, and provide general day-of help.
    In-person workshops:
      • Lead setup/teardown of the classroom space. Ensure the venue is returned to its original condition (tidying, resetting tables, etc.).
      • Follow venue setup guidelines, especially around electrical safety and aisle clearance.
      • Open and close the space according to venue rules.

    Zoom workshops:

      • Help with basic tech troubleshooting.
      • Host the Zoom meeting if the instructor requests the guild to provide the meeting link.

    Work with the Programs Director(s) on:

    • Promptly collecting and returning guild supplies.
    • Providing an attendance list at the end of the workshop.
    • Programs Director(s) handle administrative tasks such as registration, payment, pre-event venue communication, and pre-event member questions.

    Contact Programs if you are interested.


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