R. D. Zimmerman, author of Death Trance, a novel of hypnotic detection, along with other suspense novels, is interviewed by Eileen Cavanagh, Hennepin County Library.
Solveig Zempel, professor and editor/translator of a book of letters from Norwegian immigrants to their families back home, is interviewed by Solveig Nilsen.
Author of "Grand Avenue," a look at St. Paul's successful and well-known retail and cultural area, and "Mexican Odyssey," reflections on the author's experiences in running the Grand Avenue store of that name; interviewed by Edie Meissner.
John Yewell/Jan DeSirey /Chris Dodge, co-editors of Confronting Columbus, a collection of essays and documents which debunk some of the "myths" associated with the Columbus expeditions to the "new world," are ? interviewed by Sanford Berman.
A fascinating visit to Sumac Press, the world's longest-operating fine press, and an interview with 95-year old printer, publisher and literature teacher Emerson Wulling. At his home in LaCrosse, Emerson talks to Will Powers, Minnesota Historical Society Press, about his long career setting type by hand and printing books on his old hand-fed press.
Adina Wrobleski, author of Suicide: Why? and Suicide: Survivors, which answers questions on why people choose to end their lives, is interviewed by Eileen Cavanagh.
Daniel Wovcha, ecologist and author of "Minnesota's St. Croix River Valley and Anoka Sandplain," a guide to the region's native habitat; interviewed by Steve Benson.
The adventures of Elephant Huggy are documented in both Karen and English in a book for young readers. He rides his bike, drives his red car, rides the train and goes on hot air balloon rides.
Doug Wood, author of the book Old Turtle and composer and performer of "EarthSongs," a collection of environmental music, is interviewed by Julaine Heit.
Barbara Winter, author of "Making a Living Without a Job: Winning Ways for Creating Work That You Love," is interviewed by Kathleen Baxter, Anoka County Library.
A leaflet containing a list of Austin Willard Lord's paintings displayed during the exhibit at the Winona Public Library, along with some brief biographical information. The exhibit took place from November 9 - 20, 1916.
A leaflet containing a list of Adelaide Magner's paintings displayed during the exhibit at the Winona Public Library, along with some brief biographical information. The exhibit took place from April 30 to May 7, 1917.
A leaflet containing a list of paintings by Nicholas R. Brewer of New York, given under the auspices of the Ruskin Art Club, at the Winona Public Library. The exhibit was held from November 17 - 27, 1915.
Phil Willkie, the publisher of "The James White Review;' a quarterly gay literary magazine, and "The Gay Nineties," a short story anthology, is interviewed by journalist William Randall Beard.
Terence Williams, founder of the Hazelden Family Program and author of I Won't Wait Up Tonight, a guide to taking care of oneself when living with an alcoholic or addict, is interviewed by David Francis.
Dr. Stephen Wilbers, author of Writing for Business, a compilation of syndicated columns from the Star Tribune which help people improve their business writing skills, is interviewed by Eileen Cavanagh.
Variant titles: Typed note inserted: Sculptures by Mrs. Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney; Typed note inserted: Flower studies in water color by Miss Mabel Key; Catalogue of sculptures and flower studies in water color; Catalogue of sculptures and flower studies in watercolor. Typed note inserted: "Sculptures by Mrs. Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney & Flower studies in water color by Miss Mabel Key; date not available"; penciled on note: 10/2/17-10/30/17. Typescript (mimeographed). Includes artist biographical information. Prices included with Key's works. Exhibition catalog from the Minneapolis Institute of Art. 4 unnumbered leaves.
A poem celebrating the State of Minnesota by Boston-born sailor Captain Sam Whiting. Whiting was the editor of a Winona, Minnesota newspaper, The Winona Republican, in 1855-1856.
March 1944 Weaving Institute held at University of Minnesota. Foreground: Mrs. Lentz. Background (seated): Mrs. Montgomery. Background (standing): Mrs. Ina Bell Zell.
A catalogue of courses offered by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota for winter and spring of 1983, and including course descriptions, registration information, and teacher biographies.
Course summary of the first 3 Weaver's Guild Institutes held in in Minneapolis 1940-1944 at Walker Art Center and Dayton's Departments Store. Includes names of attendees, weaves offered, and fees paid.
Course summary of the first three Weaver's Guild Institutes held in Minneapolis 1940-1944 at Walker Art Center and Dayton's Departments Store. Includes names of instructors and attendees, and techniques taught.
Minutes for the monthly meetings of the Twin Cities Weaver's Guild, September 1952-July 1953, held at various locations in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area, Minnesota. Includes executive board minutes.
Minutes for the monthly meetings of the Twin Cities Weaver's Guild, Septermber 1956-June 1957, held at the Y.W.C.A. and other locations in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area, Minnesota. Includes executive board minutes.
Minutes for the monthly meetings of the Twin Cities Weaver's Guild, Septermber 1955-June 1956, held at various locations in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area, Minnesota. Includes executive board minutes.
Minutes for the monthly meetings of the Twin Cities Weaver's Guild, October 1950-June 1951, held at the Walker Art Center and the homes of various guild members in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area, Minnesota. Includes treasurer's report and executive board minutes.
Minutes for the monthly meetings of the Twin Cities Weaver's Guild, October 1945-June 1946, held at various locations in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area, Minnesota. Includes a financial report.
Minutes for the monthly meetings of the Twin Cities Weaver's Guild, October 1947-May 1948, held at the homes of various guild members in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area, Minnesota.
Minutes for the monthly meetings of the Twin Cities Weaver's Guild, October 1951-June 1952, held at various locations in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area, Minnesota. Includes treasurer's report and executive board minutes.
Minutes for the monthly meetings of the Twin Cities Weaver's Guild, November 1949-July 1950, held at the homes of various guild members in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area, Minnesota. Includes treasurer's reports, executive board minutes, and information on a Weaving Institute held by the Guild at the University of Minnesota.
Minutes for the monthly meetings of the Twin Cities Weaver's Guild, October 1946-May 1947, held at various locations in Minneapolis/St. Paul area, Minnesota.
Annual report and monthly meeting notes for Twin Cities Weaver's Guild, October 1948-June 1949, held at various locations in Minneapolis/St. Paul area, Minnesota.
Minutes for the monthly meetings of the Twin Cities Weaver's Guild, October 1954-July 1955, held at various locations in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area, Minnesota. Includes executive board minutes.
Minutes for the monthly meetings of the Twin Cities Weaver's Guild, September 1953-June 1954, held at various locations in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area, Minnesota. Includes executive board minutes.
Course summary for the 1944 Institute in Weaving held by the Twin Cities Weavers' Guild at the University of Minnesota Center for Continuation Study, Minneapolis, Minnesota. Includes names of instructors, attendees, and techniques taught.
Second issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in 1969 and containing end-of-year thanks from the outgoing board president and education chair.
Third issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in 1969 and containing a discussion of library purchases, descriptions of upcoming workshops in weaving, macrame, dyeing, stitchery, and rug techniques, and a weaving draft for canvas weave.
Twentieth issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in September 1972 and containing descriptions of upcoming activities including Guild meetings, Faribault Woolen Mill trip, the Annual Arts and Crafts Fair, and workshops in double weave, bead making, finishing techniques, and drafting, a description of Guild volunteer opportunities, a flyer for the St. Anthony Park Annual Craft Fair, and a weaving draft and swatch for tabby check or stripe.
Thirty-seventh issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in June 1974 and containing a list of new officers; descriptions of the annual meeting, new staff meetings, and the financial policy; a reminder of annual dues; a report on the Midwest Weavers Conference, a list of conference award winners, and plans for the Guild to administer a national project for certification of handweavers; an announcement of a new building fund and a Guild group project; an upcoming workshop on basketry; and Guild news.
Tweny-first issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in October 1972 and containing descriptions of exhibits and upcoming activities including Guild meetings, the Lake Superior Craft Exhibit in Duluth, the Arts and Crafts Fair, and the Annual Open House, and workshops in drafting and needleweaving, and a list of new fiber-related books at the St. Paul Public Library.
Thirtieth issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in October 1973 and containing descriptions of the upcoming October meetings, workshops, 1974 Midwest Weavers Conference, Saint Anthony Park Craft Fair, and study groups; prize winners of the 1973 Midwest Weavers Conference; gifts to the Guild; new textile books at the St. Paul Public Library; community response to the Guild exhibit at the State Fair and the Rennaisance Fair; and biographies of new teachers.
Thirteenth issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in October 1971 and containing descriptions of the Guild's activities over the summer including demonstrations at the Minneapolis Institute of Art and the State Fair, workshops in Color and Design, and study groups, and listing upcoming workshops in batik and finishing touches, an announcement for the upcoming St. Anthony Park Craft Fair, and a weaving draft and swatch for Latvian warp-faced rosepath.
Fourth issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in October 1969 and containing a discussion of guild and library rules, descriptions of upcoming workshops in rug techniques, color, crochet, stitchery, and weaving garments, and a weaving draft for spaced huck with an attached sample.
Ninth issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in October 1970 and containing descriptions of an upcoming workshop in string art, a request from the guild president for volunteers, the 1970/1971 class schedule and registration fxrm, an announcement for the Sixteenth Annual St. Anthony Park Craft Fair, and a weaving draft for blanket weave with an attached sample.
Thirty-eighth issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in September 1974 and containing descriptions of the upcoming September meeting, and workshops on basketry, drafting, and fabric design; the workshop registration policy; a description of Fiber Fair policies and standards; and Guild news.
Thirty-first issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in November 1973 and containing descriptions of the upcoming November meetings, workshops, December Open House, community demonstrations, and Spinning Group meeting; updates for the 1974 Midwest Weavers Conference; board decisions; request for spinning wheel loans; a list of library rules; an update about the St. Paul Public Library, the Guild swatch library, sources for dyes; and other Guild news.
Twenty-second issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in November 1972 and containing an obituary of Hilma Berglund, and descriptions of upcoming activities including the Annual Open House, Midwest Weavers' Conference, exhibits, and workshops and classes in twining, beadmaking, weaving techniques, spinning, texturing, and rug techniques, and a draft and swatch for shadow weave.
Thirty-ninth issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in October 1974 and containing descriptions of the upcoming October meeting, and workshops on fabric design and sprang; a report from the Education Committee; information on the Fiber Fair; Guild news; a proposal for a long range plan; Board retreat note; and a draft for transparent hangings.
Twenty-seventh issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in May 1973 and containing an announcement about the 1974 Midwest Weavers' Conference, a brief history of the Guild, and a weaving draft and sample.
Forty-fifth issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in May 1975 and containing descriptions of the upcoming May meeting, proposed by-laws changes, a workshop on non-traditional uses of traditional techniques, a guild display at the Snoose Boulevard Festival, and the Christmas tree at the Minneapolis Institute of Art; announcements about a new lease agreement and a new zip code; reviews of new books in the guild library; and a "From Woods & Fields" column.
Twenty-fifth issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in March 1973 and containing descriptions of upcoming workshops, Guild meeting, and Highland Games Day; information about the 1973 and 1974 Midwest Weaver's Conferences, the annual Arts and Craft Fair, and changes in the guild board; a message from the president regarding voting proxies; library news; and a membership survey.
Thirty-fourth issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in March 1974 and containing descriptions of the upcoming March meeting, a Scandinavian Night at the Midwest Weavers Conference, classes, and workshops on coiled basketry, crackle weave, applique, and dollmaking; an announcement of the new Educational Coordinator; St. Paul Public Library news; Guild news; and a summary of the January Liturgical Design Workshop.
Forty-third issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in March 1975 and containing descriptions of the upcoming March meeting, guild birthday party, tour of the Textile and Tapestry Collection of the Minneapolis Institute of Arts, workshops on visualizing ideas and on color and weave, a bus trip to the White Bear Area Vocational School, and a traveling exhibit from the Twenty Weavers of Washington, D.D.; announcements of parking improvements and new classes; and a "From Woods & Fields" column.
Thirty-sixth issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in May 1974 and containing descriptions of the upcoming May meeting and annual meeting, classes, a contemporary craft exhibit, workshops in tapestry, Midwest Weavers Conference, and the Guild's move to 427 1/2 Cedar Avenue, Minneapolis; Guild news; a membership questionnaire; and a list of Post-Midwest Conference seminars and summer classes.
Twenty-eighth issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in June 1973 and containing descriptions of the upcoming June meeting, the annual meeting, and upcoming classes and workshops; information about the 1973 and 1974 Midwest Weavers Conference; a report on the Symposium on Technology and the Craftsman in Ames, Iowa; an obituary for Sue Cory; and a list of textile books at the St Paul Library.
Twelfth issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in June 1971 and listing new Guild officers, dues, library hours, and summer classes, and containing descriptions of an exhibit at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts and the upcoming State Fair, and a draft and swatch for curtain material.
Twenty-eighth issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in June 1973 and containing descriptions of the upcoming June meeting, the annual meeting, and upcoming classes and workshops; information about the 1973 and 1974 Midwest Weavers Conference; a report on the Symposium on Technology and the Craftsman in Ames, Iowa; an obituary for Sue Cory; and a list of textile books at the St Paul Library.
Forty-sixth issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in June 1975 and containing a list of board officers, a reminder to sign up for summer classes, letters from the newsletter editor and the board president, a contest to name the new newsletter, a list of new books at the St. Paul Public Library, and a "From Woods & Fields" column.
Twenty-third issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in January 1973 and containing descriptions of upcoming workshops, Guild meeting and the May 1973 Midwest Weaver's Conference; library news; and yarn samples from the Yarnery.
Fifteenth issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in January 1972 and containing a summary of Guild Board activities, and descriptions of upcoming activities in quilting, Ukranian egg dyeing, and inkle loom weaving, and a weaving draft and swatch for drapes.
Tenth issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in February 1971 and containing a review of an open house, an announcement of gallery shows, work study groups, a weaver's clinic, and an upcoming workshop in embroidery, and a weaving draft for three harness twill with an attached sample.
Twenty-fourth issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in January 1973 and containing descriptions of upcoming workshops, Guild meeting, and the May 1973 Midwest Weaver's Conference; library news; and a membership survey.
Thirty-third issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in February 1974 and containing descriptions of the upcoming February meeting, Midwest Weavers Conference, classes, and workshops on weaving of beaded bands, Navajo rug techniques, and crackle weave; reports on the December Open House and the Guild fiber slide library; workshop leader biographies; other Guild news; and a draft and swatch for weft face barleycorn.
Sixteenth issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in February 1972 and containing descriptions of an Evening Division Committee, additions to the library, and a symposium in Los Angeles, a schedule of upcoming Guild meetings and workshops in tapestry and finishing, and a weaving draft, instructions, and a swatch for a variation on double corduroy rug technique.
Sixth issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in February 1970 and containing descriptions of upcoming workshops in frame loom, dyeing, and macrame, and a weaving draft for padded double weave with an attached sample.
Forty-second issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in February 1975 and containing descriptions of the upcoming February meeting, Fiber Fair, and workshops on costume, religious art, weaving tubular clothing, color and weave effect, and sectional warping; exhibits; classes; a "From Woods and Fields" article; Guild news; an 8-shaft draft; and a schedule of spring classes.
Thirty-second issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in December 1973 and containing descriptions of the upcoming January meeting, workshops, and December Open House; class schedule changes; an announcement of a fiber slide library; library news; workshop leader biographies; other Guild news; and a draft and swatch for the Rambler rose pattern.
First issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in December 1968 and containing descriptions of upcoming workshops in macrame, embroidery, backstrap, color and composition, tapestry, color and weave, rya rugs, tailoring, dressmaking, and beginning and intermediate weaving.
Fourteenth issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in December 1971 and containing descriptions of a demonstration day at the Guild, local and national press coverage of the Guild, upcoming workshops in inkle loom weaving and TENT needlepoint stitch, and a weaving draft and sample for a seven-harness Finnish design.
Fifth issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in December 1969 and containing a summary of the February 1970 board meeting, descriptions of upcoming workshops in dyeing, macrame, and solving weaving problems, and a weaving draft for spaced weave with an attached sample.
Fortieth issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in November 1974 and containing descriptions of the upcoming November meeting, workshops, Annual Christmas Open House, and Fiber Fair; an announcement of a Building Fund and; a column on Natural dyeing; a report from the Duluth Fiber Handcrafters' Guild; an exhibition of students' work; and Guild news.
Forty-first issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in December 1974/January 1975 and containing descriptions of the upcoming annual Open House, talks on batik, history of costume, and on patterns and techniques, courses including eight harness block designs, and workshops on applique and tubular double weave; announcements of the summer course schedule, college credit for guild classes, and an Andersen Foundation grant received by the guild; a "From Woods & Fields" column; and an insert of the winter class schedule.
Eighth issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in August 1970 and containing descriptions of an upcoming workshops in string art and Christmas gift ideas, library rules and hours, a review of the Midwest Weavers Conference, and a weaving draft for cannele with an attached sample.
Ninetheenth issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in August 1972 and containing a list of new Guild officers and descriptions of upcoming activities including State Fiar, a traveling exhibit of handspun yarns, a guild trip to the Faribault Woolen Mill, the Annual Craft Fair, and a workshop in double weave.
Seventh issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in April 1970 and containing descriptions of an upcoming workshops in macrame and the Midwest Conference, and a weaving draft for a warp face reversible weave with an attached sample.
Eighteenth issue of the "Threadbenders" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in April 1972 and containing thanks from the outgoing president and descriptions of upcoming activities including a member's exhibit, classes in frame loom and primitive weaving, group projects, and wool dyeing, a description of new library books, and a weaving draft and swatch for a warp-faced weave.
Twenty-sixth issue of the "Threadbender" newsletter by the Weavers Guild of Minnesota published in April 1973 and containing descriptions of the upcoming Guild meetings, member show, workshop on spinning, spring class changes, Highland Games Day, and the Renaissance Fair; Guild business including proposed amendments to the constitution, a list of nominated officers, a reminder of voting proxies, and the President's Report; and information about the 1973 and 1974 Midwest Weaver's Conferences.
