Medina Needlework Guild to host 42nd show Sept. 13-14

Event at Brunswick Public Library features judged and display-only entries across cross-stitch, knitting, quilting, embroidery and more; Entry Day is Thursday, Sept. 11.

The Medina Needlework Guild will host its 42nd annual Needle Art Show Sept. 13-14 at the Brunswick Public Library, featuring judged and display-only entries in a variety of needlework categories.

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Published September 9, 2025 - 5:00 a.m.

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The Medina Needlework Guild will host the 42nd annual Needle Art Show Sept. 13-14 at the Brunswick Public Library.

Entries are open to the public in multiple categories, including canvas work, cross-stitch, knitting, crocheting, quilting, embroidery and beadwork. Entry Day is Thursday, Sept. 11. Bring entries to the library with an entry form, available from Linda Hennis (forms will also be available that day). If you wish to have your entry judged, a $5 fee is due at that time. Entries for display only do not require a fee, but entry forms are still needed so items can be returned to their owners on Sunday, Sept. 14.

The show will be judged Friday and open to the public during library hours on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 13-14.

Come see the creative talent in our community and learn what the Medina Needlework Guild is all about.

For information, contact Linda Hennis at 330-220-6971 or 330-631-1981.

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