Get involved

Volunteer positions

The Guild runs entirely on member volunteers. These are the roles that keep it going — step into one for the year, or help out however you can.

President

Leads the board, sets the year’s direction, and runs the annual meeting.

Vice President

Supports the President, steps in when needed, and leads special projects.

Treasurer

Keeps the books — dues, expenses, deposits, and the annual budget.

Secretary

Takes minutes at meetings and keeps the Guild’s official records.

Events & Programs

Plans the year’s programs and guest speakers and books instructors.

Sunday Blast Editor

Writes and sends the weekly member email of reminders and news.

Advertising

Coordinates advertisers and sponsor listings, and spreads the word.

Website Manager

Keeps the website current — pages, events, and member info.

Website Communications

Gathers Guild news and turns it into content for the website.

Librarian

Cares for the lending library — checking books in and out.

Shop Manager

Runs the Guild shop — threads, kits, and supplies at meetings.

Retreat Chair

Organizes the annual retreat from start to finish, usually as a team.

Daytime Stitch-In Leader

Hosts the daytime Stitch-In — welcoming members and opening the space.

Evening Stitch-In Leader

Hosts the evening Stitch-In for members who stitch after hours.

Interested in stepping into a role, or lending a hand at meetings? Email ngmprograms@needleworkguildmn.org and we’ll help you find a fit.

Our people

Meet our leadership

The Guild is led by volunteer members who help organize meetings, events, communications, and programs throughout the year.

PresidentVivien Smith
president@needleworkguildmn.org
Vice PresidentCarrie Hancock
vicepresident@needleworkguildmn.org
TreasurerLinda Lundstrom
ngmtreasurer@needleworkguildmn.org
SecretaryKaren Hesse
secretary@needleworkguildmn.org
EventsLinda Tischer & Kym Duea
ngmprograms@needleworkguildmn.org
Sunday BlastMichelle Ingram
newseditor@needleworkguildmn.org
AdvertisingKym Duea
ngmadvertising@needleworkguildmn.org
Website Manager
website@needleworkguildmn.org
Website Communications
communications@needleworkguildmn.org
LibrarianJanet Rock & Jeanne Cur
librarian@needleworkguildmn.org
Shop ManagerTheresa Pietenpol
shopmanager@needleworkguildmn.org
Retreat ChairJane Tracy
retreatchairs@needleworkguildmn.org
Daytime Stitch-InLaura Ericksen
daytimestitchin@needleworkguildmn.org
Evening Stitch-InJulie Mafi
eveningstitchin@needleworkguildmn.org
Need a hand with your account or can't find something? Email admin@needleworkguildmn.org and a volunteer will help you out.
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