The Las Vegas Crafters Guild!
Come join us and make some crafty friends!
Monthly meetings are held the 4th Tuesday of each month (except for December) at the Flamingo Library 1401 E. Flamingo Road, Las Vegas, NV 89119. Meetings start at 7:00p.m. and are free and open to the public. Upcoming 2009 speakers are:
June 23 - Judi Palumbo, producer of the "Crafters and Gift Gallery" Shows to talk to us about selling crafts in this tough market environment
July 28 - Char Reeves from the U.S. Postal Service, will provide information on shipping options to get our crafts safely, swiftly, and economically to our customers
August 25 - Janis Stevenson, from Nevada Small Business Development Center at UNLV, will provide some important tips for small business start-ups
September 22 - MiniWorkshops by 3 of our talented members
October 27 - MiniWorkshops by 2 of our talented members
MANY, MANY thanks to the speakers of our past 2009 meetings: Della Boyd from Clark County Parks & Recreation
Joan Lolmaugh from Metro Arts Council of Southern Nevada
Lisa Pavelka, Polymer Clay Artist and Author
Adrienne Griffin, Dragonfly Portrait Design
Informal craft workshops are held on the second Tuesday of the month at the Enterprise Library (corner of Las Vegas Boulevard South and Shelbourne) in the conference room from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bring your favorite craft to work on, demonstrate or teach. Next 2009 workshop dates: July 14, August 11, September 8, October 13. Don't miss them. It is a great way to exchange ideas and inspiration! All meetings are free and open to the public.
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One of our goals is to present information or programs that will benefit members at each of our meetings.
We encourage crafters of all levels and mediums to attend a couple of meetings and join as a member. Some of the benefits and opportunities of the Las Vegas Crafters Guild include:
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Monthly meetings,
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Monthly newsletters
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Fun workshops
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A guild website with member links
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Ongoing advice and information for members and the public in a wide range of crafts.
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Practical business information for crafters
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Networking with other crafters
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Volunteer and service opportunities.
Las Vegas Crafters Guild Mission Statement:
- Develop a fellowship among craftspeople.
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Develop and facilitate a market for crafts.
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Support the 'Art of Craft' through exhibitions, education and public awareness.
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Promote the development and appreciation of craftspeople and their work.
Hope to craft with you very soon.
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