Treasurer Alicia Lauth (np), secretary Elaine Cline, VP Lucy Browne, President T Kurtz, board members Gayle Havercroft and Diane Lindblade.

As I ease myself out the door (leaving it open a crack) I wanted to say thank you for giving me the opportunity to remain active in my 70s and 80s. I've enjoyed doing the website for a while, (thanks Katie for taking over) and the publicity for a decade (thanks Bari for stepping up). The last couple of meetings, you've surprised me with your gifts of art and the additional designation (Honorary Member). So now I guess I'm Charles W. Harmon, OSM, HM.....Hmmmm. Not really

Our Christmas/holiday party is set for December 17! Members and guests should arrive a little before 11am, especially if you're bringing an auction item or a potluck dish. The party will be in our regular meeting room. We'll install the new officers and board members for 2026 at 11, and then the festivities begin! Good food and drink will be interspersed with auction banter... Speaking of the auction, as most of you know, we donate art supplies and a gift card from Spokane

Exhibits to be aware of: Nancy Huck and Diane Lindblade will unveil a new show at Indaba , Friday, August 1st. Another place to visit...

Helen Hansen picked up all the lightly used art supplies brought in by the members. She delivered them to our three youth art groups. ...