Kelseyville >> The 74th quilt block on the Lake County Quilt Trail (LCQT) is “Dove in the Window.” Its design is inspired by the collaboration and cooperation of two congregations, the Kelseyville United Methodist Church and Unitarian Universalist Community of Lake County, who share this place of worship at 3810 Main St.
This design is a variation of a traditional quilt block called “friendship fan,” which appropriately represents the friendship of these two groups. The dove represents peace, and the rainbow colors represent inclusiveness of both congregations.
The Kelseyville United Methodists have met on the location of First and Main since 1854. The current sanctuary is the third church structure on this site and was constructed in 1948. The Kelseyville United Methodist Church, led by Pastor Voris Brumfield, meets at 9 on Sundays. Their slogan is, “Open Minds, Open Hearts, and Open Doors.”
The Unitarian Universalist Community of Lake County, which is lay led and has visiting ministers and speakers, meets on Sunday at 11. Their slogan is, “A religious home where all faiths are welcome, and spiritual growth is encouraged.”
These congregations collaborated to sponsor the 4-foot by 4-foot quilt block. They also work together on community projects such as the Kelseyville Food Pantry, along with the Presbyterian Church of Kelseyville.
The 75th quilt block on the LCQT is “KFD”. The 8’x 8’ quilt block is located at the Kelseyville Fire District 55 at 4020 Main St.
KFD is sponsored by the James (Jim) Alexander family- Janet, Michele and Eric. Jim moved his family to Kelseyville in 1972 to own and operate Jim’s Arco Station. The station was next door to the fire department. Jim became very involved with the fire department and served on the board of directors for many years. In 2006 the new modern fire house was built on the site of Jim’s station. KFD is intended to honor all volunteers- past, present and future. The Kelseyville Fire Protection District has served the community since 1925.
This quilt block’s design is inspired by the Maltese cross. The legend of the Maltese cross grew as it became associated with the admirable qualities of loyalty, bravery and defender of the weak. Today, firefighters across the country wear the time-honored Maltese cross on their uniform and apparatus.
The LCQT is an agricultural and tourism project designed to promote community pride. Both quilt blocks were drawn and painted by the Lake County Quilt Trail team, a group of dedicated quilters, graphic artists, painters, writers, carpenters, and a videographer. The installation of the quilt blocks was done by Glenn Mueller and Peter Trucks.
For information about the Lake County Quilt Trail, visit www.lakecountyquilttrail.com.
