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MORE THAN AN EXHIBIT

Pictures from last years Event
2009 Quilt Show

The "Pieces of the Past" Quilt and Table Show sponsored by P.A.S.T. of Union County has evolved over the past eight years from a simple quilt display to a multi-faceted event.

The 2010 event is billed as "TABLE FABLES AND QUILT TALES" and is set for Saturday, April 17, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the C-Infinity Event Center in quaint Cobden, Illinois.

Far more than an artistic exhibit, the displays of treasured quilts and table settings feature stories of historical events, family generational highlights, and the emarkable cultural craftsmanship of area artisans.

The exhibit hall will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. for visitors to browse the quilt and table displays.

Many of the quilts are vintage collectibles, but others are recent creations featuring original designs. Each exhibit tells a story of its own ("quilt tales") to enhance the visual and cultural experience.

A special feature this year will be "friendship" quilts that carry numerous names and create an historical record of people of the past. A challenge to visitors is to dentify the stitched name of an ancestor or relative on one of the quilt blocks. Special recognition will be given to search winners.

The table settings will feature fine, vintage or collectible china, crystal, flatware and original-design centerpieces. Decorators are encouraged to be inspired by books ("table fables") to create the table settings and arrangements.

At noon, to luncheon ticket holders, C-Infinity will serve a gourmet luncheon at the beautifully appointed table settings. Plans are being made to recognize Best of Show exhibitors as a part of "story time" during the luncheon.

Admittance to the exhibits is $10. Admittance to the exhibits and a luncheon reservation is $25. (Call 618-833-3148) Proceeds from this fund raiser go to P.A.S.T.'s project to purchase and preserve The House Where Lincoln Stayed in Anna as a community historical site.

Cobden is a quaint little railroad town that boasts a very wide Main Street. (The Canadian National Railroad runs in the middle of the street.) There are art galleries, unique restaurants, antique and collectible shops, and the Union County Historical Museum.

P.A.S.T. or Union County seeks to "Promote Appreciation of Structural Treasures" and the stories of the people who live and work in them. See www.pastonline.org. Come to Cobden on April 17, 2010 to enjoy remarkable"pieces of the past".

2010 Events

Sat. April 17th
“Pieces of the P.A.S.T.” Annual Quilt Show and Table Settings. $10.00 for viewing or $25.00 if Luncheon included. C-Infinity Event Center, S. Front St., Cobden. Call 618-833-3228 for more info.

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