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Calendar of
Events, Programs
and Lectures
For beading classes click here.
October 2008
October 4, Saturday
Third Annual International Family Fun Day!
Free fun
for the whole family.
Check back for a
listing of artists.
This event is sponsored in part
by the Glendale Commission on the Arts and the Arizona Commission on
the Arts.
October 9, 6-8pm
Of Man
and Beast
Much
Naga adornment reflects the relationship and respect the Naga have
for other creatures that inhabit their world. Explore the animal
derived materials (horn, hair, feathers, claws, teeth, hair, etc.)
that make Naga adornment so powerful and make a necklace from
feathers, animal charms and glass beads.
$15 per
person for adults & children over 10 years
Space is limited, call to reserve yours!
October 16-19
Annual Members Appreciation Sale in The Bead Museum
Store
In
appreciation of our supportive members, The Bead Museum Store offers
a 40% discount on books, beads and more during this weekend.
(No discounts on consignment items.) Not a member?
Join today!
October 18,
10am-12pm
Naga
Identity Through Textiles
Textiles play an
important role in Naga ethnic identity as well as displaying
status. Discover how fabric designs are created and uncover the
unique meanings attached to different designs and materials.
Decorate a sash belt using paint, stamped designs and cowrie shells.
$15 per
person for adults & children over 10 years
Space is limited, call to reserve yours!
October 23, 6-8pm
Poker-Work Decoration Among the Nagas
Naga
tribes create stylized designs incorporating dots and geometric
figures in body tattoos and chank shell decoration. Learn about the
symbolism of the dot designs and make a necklace using glass beads
and decorated shell pendants.
$15 per
person for adults & children over 10 years
Space is limited, call to reserve yours!
November 2008
November 13, 6-8pm
Naga
Identity Through Textiles
Textiles play an
important role in Naga ethnic identity as well as displaying
status. Discover how fabric designs are created and uncover the
unique meanings attached to different designs and materials.
Decorate a sash belt using paint, stamped designs and cowrie shells.
$15 per
person for adults & children over 10 years
Space is limited, call to reserve yours!
November 20
Beads of Change Exhibition Opening
Beads
have played a major economic role in many cultures throughout
history. Today groups are using beads to increase their
standard of living and enhance their quality of life. An
exhibition in the Dorothy Chafin Gallery will explore several
groups.
November 22, 10am-12pm
Of Man
and Beast
Much
Naga adornment reflects the relationship and respect the Naga have
for other creatures that inhabit their world. Explore the animal
derived materials (horn, hair, feathers, claws, teeth, hair, etc.)
that make Naga adornment so powerful and make a necklace from
feathers, animal charms and glass beads.
$15 per
person for adults & children over 10 years
Space is limited, call to reserve yours!
December 2008
December 6, 10am-12pm
Poker-Work Decoration Among the Nagas
Naga
tribes create stylized designs incorporating dots and geometric
figures in body tattoos and chank shell decoration. Learn about the
symbolism of the dot designs and make a necklace using glass beads
and decorated shell pendants.
$15 per
person for adults & children over 10 years
Space is limited, call to reserve yours!
December 11, 6-8pm
Of Man
and Beast
Much
Naga adornment reflects the relationship and respect the Naga have
for other creatures that inhabit their world. Explore the animal
derived materials (horn, hair, feathers, claws, teeth, hair, etc.)
that make Naga adornment so powerful and make a necklace from
feathers, animal charms and glass beads.
$15 per
person for adults & children over 10 years
Space is limited, call to reserve yours!
December 20, 10am-12pm
Naga
Identity Through Textiles
Textiles play an
important role in Naga ethnic identity as well as displaying
status. Discover how fabric designs are created and uncover the
unique meanings attached to different designs and materials.
Decorate a sash belt using paint, stamped designs and cowrie shells.
$15 per
person for adults & children over 10 years
Space is limited, call to reserve yours!
Class Schedule -
Learn to Bead from Basic to Advanced
The June-August 2008
beading class schedule is now available. Click
here for a
PDF. Or click here for a listing.
We are working on a new searchable calendar with photos
of class samples. Please bear with us as we continue to develop this new
site.
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