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Seeking information about the button hobby? Here are some
contacts. On the attached pages are photos and information from recent
events. Mouse click on the organization name and it will "take you there.
"Enjoy!
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NBS includes approximately 3000 individual members across the
United States. The Society publishes its "Bulletin" magazine quarterly
(May, July, October, and December). Subscription is included in the
annual membership dues. Membership categories include:
Junior; Adults; Dual (2 people at same address; only 1 Bulletin). Foreign memberships
are additional to cover extra postage fees.
For membership application and rates visit the website
www.nationalbuttonsociety.org.
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WRBA was established in 2003 -- the brain child of button dealer
and collector, Gilberte "Gil" Biggie. Gil had moved from the east
coast to Reno, Nevada. She enjoyed the camaraderie of the state clubs
and recognized that there was an opportunity to add to the hobby network.
All are
welcome to join; however, WRBA is intended especially for individuals living
in the following U.S. states and Canadian provinces: Washington,
Oregon, Idaho, Montana, California, Nevada, Wyoming, Utah, Colorado,
Arizona, New Mexico, Alaska, Hawaii, British Columbia, and Alberta.
Membership is $25 per year for adults; $5 per year for juniors, and
dual membership (2 people at the same address; only 1 newsletter) is $35.
Life Membership is $200.
To join, send your check and mailing information (including email and
phone) to:
WRBA
P O Box 8577
Bend, OR 97708-8577
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The California State Button Society was founded in 1941.
Today the membership is nearly 300. The Society publishes a quarter
newsletter, "The Brief" which is free to members. It includes
educational articles and photos as well as society updates. The group
meets annually for its convention that includes educational programs, button
display competitions, button sales, and social opportunities for attendees.
Member groups publicize their local and regional meetings and shows through C.S.B.S.
For current membership information visit the website:
www.CAbutton.org.
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Adult membership is $20 per year (January to December); Joint
membership is $25 (2 individuals at same address; one newsletter).
Junior membership is $2.50. The State's annual show is typically in
May. To join, send your check and mailing information (including email
and phone) to:
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O.S.B.S.
c/o Ilse Christensen
25061 Decker Rd.
Corvalis, OR 97333
      
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