2011 Bead Challenge Winners!

The BSGC would like to congratulate the winners of this year's "Shades of Gray" Bead Challenge! All the entries were gorgeous and we thank each and every one of you for participating! Pics will be uploaded soon! First Place: Mary Ann Theis Second Place: Karen King Third Place: Jeanine N. Mielicki

We will miss you, Carol.

It is with great sadness that we share sad news of the passing of Carol Laureys, longtime BSGC member, talented bead artist, and dear friend to many. Carol passed away on October 11, 2011. We will miss her beautiful smile and presence at our monthly meetings. Obit: Caroline V. Laureys, nee Verri, 78, beloved wife of 55 years to William; loving mother of Laura (Chuck) Williams and Lynn (John) Gagne; devoted grandmother of Stephanie and Spencer Williams and William and Matthew Gagne; also honored friend of many. Memorial visitation Saturday, Oct. 15, 2011, at Colonial-Wojciechowski Funeral Home, 8025 W. Golf Rd., Niles from 1:30 to 5 p.m. Service at 3:30 p.m. Info 847-581-0536 or www.colonialfuneral.com The Memorial Visitation will be held on Sat. Oct. 15, from 1:30-5:00, with the service at 3:30. At Colonial-Wojciechowski Funeral Home, 8025 W. Golf Rd., Niles.