Using beeswax and pine pitch, they apply glass beads to a broad range of objects, particularly wooden animals. These pieces are usually combined to create sacred symbols or colorful animal mosaics, representing everything from eagles and deer to corn, flowers and snakes. You can observe this signature style in the making during the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show. The exhibit includes some 80 artists, with pieces ranging from masks and animals to gourd bowls. Today's exhibit and demonstration run from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the Days Inn, Room 152, at 222 S. Freeway.
Admission is free.
For information, call 791-7511. Ti dish up this juicy stew for romance, with free dance lessons provided throughout the evening. You can also do a little shopping in La Tienda del Amor , compete for prizes on the wheel of love, serenade your sweetie with karaoke, or indulge in an ornery bout of Twister. If you happen to be lacking significant others, matchmaker extraordinaire Ted Stryker will be on hand to host dating games. Call 622-8848 for details.