October MMPC Meeting – October 1, 2025

The October MMPC meeting will be held on Wednesday October 1, 2025, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church 510 W. Ottawa St. Lansing, MI 49833. We will have a guest presentation by Jeff Boerger on his recently published book “The Perception of Doors.”

Save The Dates – Upcoming MMPC Meetings

The Mid-Michigan Photography Club planned meeting dates include:

• Wednesday October 1, 2025 – First Presbyterian Church 510 W. Ottawa St. Lansing, MI 49833
• Wednesday November 5, 2025 – First Presbyterian Church 510 W. Ottawa St. Lansing, MI 49833
• Wednesday December 3, 2025 – First Presbyterian Church 510 W. Ottawa St. Lansing, MI 49833

Big Cookie

Congratulations to all for participating in the September 2025 Big Cookie friendly photo competition with the theme Reflection(s) and Sports. The club will conduct the next Big Cookie friendly competitions in February 2026. The theme for the February 2026 Big Cookie is “Still Life (chiasauro).” Members are encouraged to bring a (only one) digital image the Big Cookie competitions at the February 2026 meeting.

MMPC Annual Dues

The Mid-Michigan Photography Club collects dues annually, for the year beginning in September. The cost of being a club member will be $25 for the 2025-26 year. If you need to pay MMPC dues, and can’t make the September meeting, send payments to:  Mid-Michigan Photography Club, PO Box 10031, Lansing, MI 48901.

MMPC Logo Clothing

MMPC clothing items are available to order. You can specify a hoodie as a pullover or zip-up or you can order a t-shirt. You can bring your order form to an MMPC meeting or you can send your order form to the address on the form. Delivery will be at a future MMPC meeting.

A limited number of club emblem patches are available for $15 each. The patches are 3½ inches square, embroidered, three color patches on heavy white cloth. See Glenn Dunn if you are interested.

MMPC Monthly Photo Challenge

Thanks to all who have contributed to the MMPC Photo Challenge. The September theme is Abandoned Beauty. It is great to see the submissions on the Facebook page. If you do not use the Facebook group, send your entry by email to mmpclansing@gmail.com so that we can post it to the Facebook page. Constructive discussion of the photos, beyond simply liking the picture, is encouraged. The current and upcoming monthly themes for the photo challenge are:

• September 2025 – Abandoned Beauty
• October 2025 – Stranger Things

The following list contains events that may be of interest to photographers:

September MMPC Meeting – September 3, 2025

The September MMPC meeting will be held on Wednesday September 3, 2025, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church 510 W. Ottawa St. Lansing, MI 49833. We will have TWO Big Cookie competitions and a presentation by lighthouse keeper and former MMPC member Ceil Heller.

Save The Dates – Upcoming MMPC Meetings

The Mid-Michigan Photography Club planned meeting dates include:

• Wednesday September 3, 2025 – First Presbyterian Church 510 W. Ottawa St. Lansing, MI 49833
  • Big Cookie and Special Guest Ceil Heller with Lighthouse Images
• Wednesday October 1, 2025 – First Presbyterian Church 510 W. Ottawa St. Lansing, MI 49833
• Wednesday November 5, 2025 – First Presbyterian Church 510 W. Ottawa St. Lansing, MI 49833

Big Cookie

Congratulations to Amy Pendell for participating in the December 2024 Big Cookie friendly photo competition with the theme Pets. The club will conduct TWO Big Cookie friendly competitions in September, which will be the next indoor MMPC meeting. The themes for the September Big Cookie are “Reflections” and “Sports.” Members are encouraged to bring a digital image either or both of the Big Cookie competitions at the September 2025 meeting.

MMPC Annual Dues

The Mid-Michigan Photography Club collects dues annually, for the year beginning in September. The cost of being a club member will be $25 for the 2025-26 year. If you need to pay MMPC dues, and can’t make the September meeting, send payments to:  Mid-Michigan Photography Club, PO Box 10031, Lansing, MI 48901.

MMPC Logo Clothing

MMPC clothing items are available to order. You can specify a hoodie as a pullover or zip-up or you can order a t-shirt. You can bring your order form to an MMPC meeting or you can send your order form to the address on the form. Delivery will be at a future MMPC meeting.

A limited number of club emblem patches are available for $15 each. The patches are 3½ inches square, embroidered, three color patches on heavy white cloth. See Glenn Dunn if you are interested.

MMPC Monthly Photo Challenge

Thanks to all who have contributed to the MMPC Photo Challenge. The August theme is Gardens. It is great to see the submissions on the Facebook page. If you do not use the Facebook group, send your entry by email to mmpclansing@gmail.com so that we can post it to the Facebook page. Constructive discussion of the photos, beyond simply liking the picture, is encouraged. The current and upcoming monthly themes for the photo challenge are:

• August 2025 – Gardens
• September 2025 – Abandoned Beauty

The following list contains events that may be of interest to photographers:

August MMPC Meeting – August 6, 2025

The August MMPC meeting will be held on Wednesday August 6, 2025, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. at Michigan State University Horticultural Gardens, East Lansing, MI. We will meet near the entrance to the Children’s Garden. Note that parking in the employee lot off of Farm Lane is free after 6 pm. In case of inclement weather, we will host an indoor program at First Presbyterian Church.

Save The Dates – Upcoming MMPC Meetings

The Mid-Michigan Photography Club planned meeting dates include:

• Wednesday, August 6, 2025 – MSU Gardens – Meet in front of the Children’s Graden.
• Wednesday September 3, 2025 – First Presbyterian Church 510 W. Ottawa St. Lansing, MI 49833
  • Big Cookie and Special Guest Ceil Heller with Lighthouse Images
• Wednesday October 1, 2025 – First Presbyterian Church 510 W. Ottawa St. Lansing, MI 49833

Big Cookie

Congratulations to Amy Pendell for participating in the December 2024 Big Cookie friendly photo competition with the theme Pets. The club will conduct TWO Big Cookie friendly competitions in September, which will be the next indoor MMPC meeting. The themes for the September Big Cookie are “Reflections” and “Sports.” Members are encouraged to bring a digital image either or both of the Big Cookie competitions at the September 2025 meeting.

 MMPC Logo Clothing

MMPC clothing items are available to order. You can specify a hoodie as a pullover or zip-up or you can order a t-shirt. You can bring your order form to an MMPC meeting or you can send your order form to the address on the form. Delivery will be at a future MMPC meeting.

A limited number of club emblem patches are available for $15 each. The patches are 3½ inches square, embroidered, three color patches on heavy white cloth. See Glenn Dunn if you are interested.

 MMPC Monthly Photo Challenge

Thanks to all who have contributed to the MMPC Photo Challenge. The June theme is Beach Life. It is great to see the submissions on the Facebook page. If you do not use the Facebook group, send your entry by email to mmpclansing@gmail.com so that we can post it to the Facebook page. Constructive discussion of the photos, beyond simply liking the picture, is encouraged. The current and upcoming monthly themes for the photo challenge are:

• July 2025 – Beach Life
• August 2025 – Gardens

The following list contains events that may be of interest to photographers:

Due to wet conditions and the forecast of rain, the meeting of the Mid-Michigan Photography Club scheduled for 6:30 pm will be held at First Presbyterian Church 510 W. Ottawa St. Lansing, MI 49833. The meeting will feature a Question and  Answer session. Bring your photography questions. We hope to see you there.

June MMPC Meeting – June 4, 2025
The June MMPC meeting will be held on Wednesday June 4, 2025, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. at Frances Park, 2701 Moores River Dr, Lansing, MI. The meeting will be the annual MMPC scavenger hunt. There are gardens and a river overlook in the park. We will meet near the shelter in front of the Rose Garden. In case of inclement weather, we will host an indoor program at First Presbyterian Church.

Save The Dates – Upcoming MMPC Meetings
The Mid-Michigan Photography Club planned meeting dates include:

• Wednesday, June 4, 2025 – Scavenger Hunt – Frances Park, 2701 Moores River Dr. Lansing, MI 48911
• Wednesday, August 6, 2025 – MSU Gardens – Meet in front of the Children’s Graden.
• Wednesday September 3, 2025 – First Presbyterian Church 510 W. Ottawa St. Lansing, MI 49833

MMPC Gallery Show Take-Down Date Wednesday, May 28, 2025
As announced at the April MMPC meeting, the Take-Down for the 2025 Gallery Show is planned for Wednesday, May 28, 2025 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Big Cookie
Congratulations to Amy Pendell for participating in the December 2024 Big Cookie friendly photo competition with the theme Pets. The club will conduct TWO Big Cookie friendly competitions in September, which will be the next indoor MMPC meeting. The themes for the September Big Cookie are “Reflections” and “Sports.” Members are encouraged to bring a digital image either or both of the Big Cookie competitions at the September 2025 meeting.

Other Upcoming Field Trips
• Peonies at Matthaei Botanical Gardens, Ann Arbor – May 31 – meet at 9 am
• Fireworks – date and location to be determined.

Peonies at Matthaei Botanical Gardens, Ann Arbor Field Trip
The peonies at Matthaei Botanical Gardens (https://mbgna.umich.edu/) are a spring highlight. Club members will meet at the Okemos Park and Ride (enter on Woodlake Drive behind Cracker Barrell) at 9:00 am on Saturday, May 31, 2025. A Facebook event is available to show your interest.

MMPC Logo Clothing
MMPC clothing items are available to order. You can specify a hoodie as a pullover or zip-up or you can order a t-shirt. You can bring your order form to an MMPC meeting or you can send your order form to the address on the form. Delivery will be at a future MMPC meeting.

A limited number of club emblem patches are available for $15 each. The patches are 3½ inches square, embroidered, three color patches on heavy white cloth. See Glenn Dunn if you are interested.

MMPC Monthly Photo Challenge
Thanks to all who have contributed to the MMPC Photo Challenge. The April theme is Benches. It is great to see the submissions on the Facebook page. If you do not use the Facebook group, send your entry by email to mmpclansing@gmail.com so that we can post it to the Facebook page. Constructive discussion of the photos, beyond simply liking the picture, is encouraged. The current and upcoming monthly themes for the photo challenge are:

• May 2025 – Road Signs (Golden Hour)
• June 2025 – Street Art (Perspective)

May MMPC Meeting – May 7, 2025

The May MMPC meeting will be held on Wednesday May 7, 2025, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. at Fenner Nature Center, 2020 E Mount Hope Ave, Lansing, MI. The meeting will provide MMPC members the opportunity to shoot at a popular local nature center. There are feeders, trails, and a photo blind in the area. In case of inclement weather, we will host an indoor program at First Presbyterian Church.

Save The Dates – Upcoming MMPC Meetings

The Mid-Michigan Photography Club planned meeting dates include:

• Wednesday May 7, 2025 – Fenner Nature Center, 2020 E Mount Hope Ave, Lansing, MI
• Wednesday, June 4, 2025 – Scavenger Hunt – Frances Park, 2701 Moores River Dr. Lansing, MI 48911
• Wednesday, August 6, 2025 – First Presbyterian Church 510 W. Ottawa St. Lansing, MI 49833

 MMPC Gallery Show Extended – New Take-Down Date Wednesday, May 28

As announced at the April MMPC meeting, the Take-Down for the 2025 Gallery Show is planned for Wednesday, May 28, 2025 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Big Cookie

Congratulations to Amy Pendell for participating in the December 2024 Big Cookie friendly photo competition with the theme Pets. The theme for the next big cookie is “Reflections.” Members are encouraged to bring a digital image for the Big Cookie competition at the June 2025 meeting.

Kate Palmer Trillium Field Trip

MMPC will sponsor a field trip to photograph the trillium wildflowers at the Kate Palmer Sanctuary near Jackson on Saturday, May 3, 2023. We will meet at the Park and Ride Lot at the Okemos Road exit off of I 96 at 8:30 a.m. The Okemos Part and Ride lot is behind the Cracker Barrell off of Westlake Drive. There is limited parking at the sanctuary. It is best if we fill cars as best as possible. Jim Leary will meet the group at the Kate Palmer Sanctuary at 9:00 a.m. An event has been created on Facebook.

 Other Upcoming Field Trips

• Trillium at Kate Palmer Sanctuary, Jackson – May 3 – 8:30 am
• Peonies at Matthaei Botanical Gardens, Ann Arbor – May 31 – meet at 9 am
• Fireworks at Delta Township – July 3 – meet at 9:00 pm

 MMPC Logo Clothing

MMPC clothing items are available to order. You can specify a hoodie as a pullover or zip-up or you can order a t-shirt. You can bring your order form to an MMPC meeting or you can send your order form to the address on the form. Delivery will be at a future MMPC meeting.

A limited number of club emblem patches are available for $15 each. The patches are 3½ inches square, embroidered, three color patches on heavy white cloth. See Glenn Dunn if you are interested.

 MMPC Monthly Photo Challenge

Thanks to all who have contributed to the MMPC Photo Challenge. The April theme is Benches. It is great to see the submissions on the Facebook page. If you do not use the Facebook group, send your entry by email to mmpclansing@gmail.com so that we can post it to the Facebook page. Constructive discussion of the photos, beyond simply liking the picture, is encouraged. The current and upcoming monthly themes for the photo challenge are:

• April 2025 – Benches (with an optional technique of Wide Angle or Telephoto)
• May 2025 – Road Signs (Golden Hour)

April MMPC Meeting – April 2, 2025

The April MMPC meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. at Riverview Church – Holt Venue, 3585 E Willoughby Rd, Holt, MI. The meeting and reception will provide MMPC members the opportunity to view the photographs on display in the Gallery Show and to interact with photographers whose work is shown. Please invite family members and others who may be interested in your images and or the images shown by the club members. Guests are encouraged to attend the event. Participants will gather at Gravity Smokehouse after the reception and meeting.

Save The Dates – Upcoming MMPC Meetings

The Mid-Michigan Photography Club planned meeting dates include:

• Wednesday, April 2, 2025 – Riverview Church, 3585 E Willoughby Rd, Holt, MI
• Wednesday May 7, 2025 – Fenner Nature Center, 2020 E Mount Hope Ave, Lansing, MI

MMPC Gallery Show

The club’s April 2025 meeting will be a Gallery Show Reception at Riverview Church – Holt Venue. At this time, the Take-Down for the 2025 Gallery Show is planned for Wednesday, April 30, 2025, 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. There is a possibility of keeping the Gallery Show up for an extended period. We will discuss this at the April MMPC meeting.

Big Cookie

Congratulations to Amy Pendell for participating in the December 2024 Big Cookie friendly photo competition with the theme Pets. The theme for the next big cookie is “Reflections.” Members are encouraged to bring a digital image for the Big Cookie competition at the May 2025 meeting.

Meijer Garden Butterflies Field Trip

MMPC will host a field trip to Butterflies are Blooming at Meijer Gardens on Saturday, March 29, 2025. We will meet at 8:00 a.m. to carpool from the Boot Barn/Michaels lot on Marketplace South of Saginaw near the Saginaw Exit on I-96. Information is available at https://www.meijergardens.org/butterflies-are-blooming/.

Other Upcoming Field Trips

• Trillium at Kate Palmer Sanctuary, Jackson – date tbd
• Peonies at Matthaei Botanical Gardens, Ann Arbor – May 31 – meet at 9 am
• Fireworks at Delta Township – July 3 – meet at 9:00 pm

MMPC Logo Clothing

MMPC clothing items are available to order. You can specify a hoodie as a pullover or zip-up or you can order a t-shirt. You can bring your order form to an MMPC meeting or you can send your order form to the address on the form. Delivery will be at a future MMPC meeting.

A limited number of club emblem patches are available for $15 each. The patches are 3½ inches square, embroidered, three color patches on heavy white cloth. See Glenn Dunn if you are interested.

MMPC Monthly Photo Challenge

Thanks to all who have contributed to the MMPC Photo Challenge. The March theme is Shadows. It is great to see the submissions on the Facebook page. If you do not use the Facebook group, send your entry by email to mmpclansing@gmail.com so that we can post it to the Facebook page. Constructive discussion of the photos, beyond simply liking the picture, is encouraged. The current and upcoming monthly themes for the photo challenge are:

• March 2025 – Shadows (with an optional technique of Texture)
• April 2025 – Benches (with an optional technique of Wide Angle or Telephoto)

The following list contains events that may be of interest to photographers:

March MMPC Meeting – March 5, 2025

An in-person meeting of the Mid-Michigan Photography Club is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday March 5, 2025. This will be a shooting event for Table Top Photography. Bring your camera, tripod, and interesting small things to photograph.

Save The Dates – Upcoming MMPC Meetings

The Mid-Michigan Photography Club planned meeting dates include:

• Wednesday, March 5, 2025– Table Top Photography – First Presbyterian Church 510 W. Ottawa St. Lansing, MI 49833
• Wednesday, April 2, 2025 – Riverview Church, 3585 E Willoughby Rd, Holt, MI

 Gallery Show Planning

The annual MMPC Gallery Show will be held again at the Riverview Church – Holt Venue. The dates will be March 12, 2025 – April 30, 2025. All MMPC members are encouraged to display their images. The pricing will be $10 for up to three images. All prints must be matted, framed, and ready to hang (with wire on the back of the frame). The maximum outside dimensions are 28 X 32 inches. Minimum print size is 8 X 10 inches. Members may offer their prints for sale, or they may choose to have it on display only. There will be two forms that must be submitted to participate. There is the Riverview Church Artists’ Agreement, and the Application for MMPC’s Riverview Gallery Show.

The following are the dates for the 2025 Gallery Show, to be held at Riverview Church, 3585 E Willoughby Rd, Holt, MI

Setup – Wednesday, March 12, 2025 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Take-Down – Wednesday, April 30, 2025 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.

The club’s April 2025 meeting will be a Gallery Show Reception at Riverview Church – Holt Venue.

Big Cookie

Congratulations to Sunny Nayak and Glenn S. Dunn for participating in the December 2024 Big Cookie friendly photo competition with the theme Action. The theme for the next big cookie is “Pets.” Members are encouraged to bring a digital image for the Big Cookie competition at the March 2025 meeting.

 Meijer Garden Butterflies Field Trip

MMPC will host a field trip to Butterflies are Blooming at Meijer Gardens on Saturday March 29, 2025. We will meet at 8:00 a.m. to carpool from the Boot Barn/Michaels lot on Marketplace South of Saginaw near the Saginaw Exit on I-96.Information is available at https://www.meijergardens.org/butterflies-are-blooming/.

 MMPC Logo Clothing

MMPC clothing items are available to order. You can specify a hoodie as a pullover or zip-up or you can order a t-shirt. You can bring your order form to an MMPC meeting or you can send your order form to the address on the form. Delivery will be at a future MMPC meeting.

A limited number of club emblem patches are available for $15 each. The patches are 3½ inches square, embroidered, three color patches on heavy white cloth. See Glenn Dunn if you are interested.

 MMPC Monthly Photo Challenge

Thanks to all who have contributed to the MMPC Photo Challenge. The February theme is Doors. It is great to see the submissions on the Facebook page. If you do not use the Facebook group, send your entry by email to mmpclansing@gmail.com so that we can post it to the Facebook page. Constructive discussion of the photos, beyond simply liking the picture, is encouraged. The current and upcoming monthly themes for the photo challenge are:

• February 2025 – Door(s) (with a suggested technique of Texture)
• March 2025 – Shadows

The following list contains events that may be of interest to photographers:

February MMPC Meeting – February 5, 2025

An in-person meeting of the Mid-Michigan Photography Club is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday February 5, 2025. This meeting will focus on preparing your images for the annual MMPC Gallery Show. We will talk about images that work well in a gallery show and tips for selecting and preparing your image for printing.

Save The Dates – Upcoming MMPC Meetings

The Mid-Michigan Photography Club planned meeting dates include:

• Wednesday, February 5, 2025– First Presbyterian Church 510 W. Ottawa St. Lansing, MI 49833
• Wednesday, March 5, 2025– Table Top Photography – First Presbyterian Church 510 W. Ottawa St. Lansing, MI 49833
• Wednesday, April 2, 2025 – Riverview Church, 3585 E Willoughby Rd, Holt, MI

Gallery Show Planning

The annual MMPC Gallery Show will be held again at the Riverview Church – Holt Venue. The dates will be March 12, 2025 – April 30, 2025. All MMPC members are encouraged to display their images. The pricing will be $10 for up to three images. All prints must be matted, framed, and ready to hang (with wire on the back of the frame). The maximum outside dimensions are 28 X 32 inches. Minimum print size is 8 X 10 inches. Members may offer their prints for sale, or they may choose to have it on display only. There will be two forms that must be submitted to participate. There is the Riverview Church Artists’ Agreement, and the Application for MMPC’s Riverview Gallery Show.

The following are the dates for the 2025 Gallery Show, to be held at Riverview Church, 3585 E Willoughby Rd, Holt, MI

Setup – Wednesday, March 12, 2025 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Take-Down – Wednesday, April 30, 2025 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.

The club’s April 2024 meeting will be a Gallery Show Reception at Riverview Church – Holt Venue.

Big Cookie

Congratulations to Sunny Nayak and Glenn S. Dunn for participating in the December 2024 Big Cookie friendly photo competition with the theme Action. The theme for the next big cookie is “Pets.” Members are encouraged to bring a digital image for the Big Cookie competition at the March 2025 meeting.

Lansing Orchid Show

The Greater Lansing Orchid Society Show and Sale is an annual event held the last weekend of February. The event will be held at Van Atta’s Greenhouse and Flower Shop, 9008 Old M-78, Haslett, MI. They hold Photo Hour from 9-11 am on Sunday, February 23, 2025. The use of tripods is allowed during this time. Backgrounds have been challenging in the past. Many displays had black backgrounds in 2024. The use of tripods is allowed. This is a fun event. MMPC photographers are encouraged to participate. Information is available at https://greaterlansingorchidsociety.info/GLOSShow.html.

Meijer Garden Butterflies Field Trip

MMPC will host a field trip to Butterflies are Blooming at Meijer Gardens on Saturday March 29, 2025. We will meet at 8:00 a.m. to carpool from the Boot Barn/Michaels lot on Marketplace South of Saginaw near the Saginaw Exit on I-96. Information is available at https://www.meijergardens.org/butterflies-are-blooming/.

MMPC Logo Clothing

MMPC clothing items are available to order. You can specify a hoodie as a pullover or zip-up or you can order a t-shirt. You can bring your order form to an MMPC meeting or you can send your order form to the address on the form. Delivery will be at a future MMPC meeting.

A limited number of club emblem patches are available for $15 each. The patches are 3½ inches square, embroidered, three color patches on heavy white cloth. See Glenn Dunn if you are interested.

MMPC Monthly Photo Challenge

Thanks to all who have contributed to the MMPC Photo Challenge. The January theme is Pattern. It is great to see the submissions on the Facebook page. If you do not use the Facebook group, send your entry by email to mmpclansing@gmail.com so that we can post it to the Facebook page. Constructive discussion of the photos, beyond simply liking the picture, is encouraged. The current and upcoming monthly themes for the photo challenge are:

• January 2025 – Pattern(s)
• February 2025 – Door(s) (with a suggested technique of Texture)

The following list contains events that may be of interest to photographers:

Annual MMPC Photo Clinic – Wednesday, January 8, 2025

MMPC traditionally holds an open house and clinic on January to attract new members. All MMPC members are invited to attend on Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. Please note the start time and encourage attendance by all that may be interested. Please help us to publicize this event by sharing information through social media and other means. To encourage you to bring a guest, we will hold a raffle open to MMPC members that bring a guest to award a free annual membership for 2024-25.

Save The Dates – Upcoming MMPC Meetings

The Mid-Michigan Photography Club planned meeting dates include:

• Wednesday, January 8, 2025 – Annual Clinic – First Presbyterian Church 510 W. Ottawa St. Lansing, MI 49833
• Wednesday, February 5, 2025– First Presbyterian Church 510 W. Ottawa St. Lansing, MI 49833
• Wednesday, March 5, 2025– First Presbyterian Church 510 W. Ottawa St. Lansing, MI 49833

 MMPC Logo Clothing

MMPC clothing items are available to order. You can specify a hoodie as a pullover or zip-up or you can order a t-shirt. You can bring your order form to an MMPC meeting or you can send your order form to the address on the form. Delivery will be at a future MMPC meeting.

A limited number of club emblem patches are available for $15 each. The patches are 3½ inches square, embroidered, three color patches on heavy white cloth. See Glenn Dunn if you are interested.

 MMPC Monthly Photo Challenge

Thanks to all who have contributed to the MMPC Photo Challenge. The December theme is Winter Wonderland — no snow required. It is great to see the submissions on the Facebook page. If you do not use the Facebook group, send your entry by email to mmpclansing@gmail.com so that we can post it to the Facebook page. Constructive discussion of the photos, beyond simply liking the picture, is encouraged. The current and upcoming monthly themes for the photo challenge are:

• December 2024 – Holiday Winter Wonderland (no snow required) with a suggested technique of bokeh
• January 2025 – Pattern

The following list contains events that may be of interest to photographers: