Schedule of Activities

Friday

Saturday, June 8

· 2:00 pm - Registration [Lobby, Bricker Residence]

· 4:00 pm – Displays and Competitions, Consignment items and Stash Exchange receiving, Fleece Auction – 111 Bricker Academic]

· 3:30 pm - Salesroom opens in the Bricker Science Building Atrium [Atrium]

· 6:00 pm – Dinner [Atrium]

· 7:00 pm – Spin-In [Atrium]. Optional Choose-Your-Own-Adventure game begins at 7:30 (with a prize for the winner).

Saturday

· 7:00 am – Breakfast [Atrium]

· 9:00 am -- Welcome [Atrium]

· 10:00 am – Morning Workshops [Bricker Academic Building]

· 12:30 pm – Lunch [Atrium].

· Displays and Fleece Auction are open Bricker Academic 111

· 12:45 pm – Consignment Sale begins – 111 Bricker Academic

· 2:00 pm -- Afternoon Workshops [Bricker Academic Building]

· 5:30 pm – Stash and book Exchange (Atrium, Fleece Auction continues)

· 6:00 pm – Banquet (cash bar opens 5:30) [Atrium]

· 7:30 pm – Keynote, OHS Spinning Certificate presentation, Fashion Sho

Sunday

· 7:00 am – Breakfast [Atrium]

· 9:00 am – Keynote [N1001 Bricker Science Building]

· 10:00 am – Activity, Awards [Atrium]

Activities

Salesroom

The Salesroom will be open on Friday from 3:30 to 9:30 pm. This year we have 15 vendors from across Ontario. The Salesroom will be located in the Science Building Atrium. Non-registrants can purchase a $5 voucher to enter the Salesroom - spread the word!

Friday Evening Spin-In

This portion of the seminar is open to all starting at 7:00 pm in the Atrium. An optional Choose-Your-Own-Adventure game (Trade Winds Blow) will begin at 7:30. Join the game for a chance at a prize and then spin the night away as you spin with friends old and new.

Saturday Welcome and Announcements

Welcoming and Opening Announcement from 9:00 am to 9:45 am in the Bricker Science Building Atrium.

Saturday Evening Spin-In

The Saturday Spin-in is an unstructured opportunity to spin, practice skills you learned in the workshops, play a pick-up game of Trade Winds Blow, or just sit and chat. Takes place in the Atrium starting at 9:15 pm.

Sunday SPIN-O-THON RELAY

Join us on Sunday morning with either your wheel or spindle and about 25 grams of your favourite fibre in a baggie. There will be fun and laughs as we continue our adventure through the world of fibre. Using the variety of fibres each of us bring we will spin for about 3 minutes then pass fibre along to our neighbours. Over the course of an hour, each of us will produce a bobbin of colour and contrast to take home. Journey with us on this spinning exploration to discover new possibilities and meet new friends. We’d love to see your finished skein next year!

**Please note that neither the Ontario Hand Spinning Seminar nor Wilfrid Laurier University are responsible for loss or damage to your property**

Other Important Information

Parking

If you are not staying in Residence, you can pay and display in the WLU Parking 4 located off University Ave/Mid-Campus Drive. Parking fees will apply on Friday prior to 5 pm; however, Saturday and Sunday are free.

Did you Volunteer?

If you volunteered to assist at the Seminar, thank you! We will be in touch with a volunteer schedule and duties. If you didn’t sign up and are available, send a note to Pat Shaver at pat.shaver@gmail.com

Registration Desk

On Friday, registration will be open from 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the Bricker Residence (44 Bricker Ave, Waterloo, ON). Additionally, on Saturday, registration will be available from 8:00 am to 9:00 am in the Bricker Academic Building lobby. Workshops are also in the Bricker Academic Building.

The Stash & Book Exchange

Do you have an unwanted item in your stash which someone else may love? Are you looking for a special fibre or book to add to your stash?

The Stash & Book Exchange is the place to bring your past loved fibre(s) and browse for new items. For a loonie, bring your item(s) to share and look for something new to add to your collection. You may donate your stash in the Bricker Academic Room 111. The Stash & Book Exchange begins at 5:30 pm for stash donors and opens to everyone at 6 pm.

· Label your donation with the fibre type, source if known, and approximate weight.

· $1 for each item donated or taken.

· Funds collected will be donated to a local charity

Intake for Displays, Competition, Fashion Show Cards, Tools & Consignment and Stash Exchange

All intakes will be at Bricker Academic Room 111, Friday from 4:00 to 9:00 pm.

Here is the link to the Competition and Displays , we are encouraging you to submit your hand spinning items and share your skills with others.

Stash and Consignment intake is also available on Saturday before noon, Bricker Academic Room 111.

Please complete any intake forms before arriving.