September

Seizing the last of Summer's warm weather and prolonged daylight, the material culture community gathered at Prof. Ann Smart Martin's home for a "welcome-back" potluck dinner. In addition to our signature dishes, we all brought forms of outdoor lighting so we could enjoy the patio scene after the sun had set.

Lots of candles, tiki torches, and battery operated lanterns enabled us to banish the darkness; while a single carved watermelon with its ambient red glow served as a beautiful and fragrant centerpiece.