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Contacting EGA Headquarters and COVID-19:Update May 28, 2020
As Kentucky begins to reopen, EGA is also making plans to begin the journey towards normalcy. Beginning Monday, June 1st, the office will be staffed during the following hours: Monday – Wednesday, 9 AM to 5 PM ET; Thursday and Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM ET.
Due to an abundance of caution, there will still only be 1-2 people in the office on any given day, and the rest of the staff will continue to work from home. Please continue to be patient as we work to safely serve you, the members. We are hoping to resume full hours, staffing, and allow visitors beginning July 1st – please keep an eye on the website for further details. – Cynthia Welch, EGA Administrator(Link to share)
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Broadway Bound 2022: See Videos of the Classes, Winning Ways’ speakers and more
Our 2022 National Seminar, Broadway Bound, August 24 – 28, 2022, is now open and accepting registrations on a first come, first served basis. Videos of Seminar Classes We have added a new feature to our Seminar Central 2022 page – videos made by our teachers that can be viewed at your convenience on the […]
2 Great Embroidery Tools for Stitchers and Designers: RSN’s Stitch Bank and Stitchpoint’s Graph Paper Creator
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Calling all Needlework teachers: Submit your proposal for EGA’s South Central Region Seminar 2024
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5 Things to Know About Stumpwork Embroidery
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Sign up for our Virtual Lecture: The Garments of Salvation: exploring the world of Greek Orthodox liturgical vesture
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New Petite Project: Favorite Medallion #1, Combining Pulled Thread and Satin Work
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