Drop-In Beadwork Circle

Description

Create a unique and fun beaded object using left over beads from previous projects. Open to beaders of all skill levels. Materials provided.

Additional Information

Open to ages 13 and up. This is a drop-in program. Registration is not required.

Welcome to the drop-in beading circle! This space is open to all members of the community to converse and create. A facilitator will be in the circle to teach and guide you through projects. You are welcome to bring a project you're already working on or start something new. Materials provided.

Dates and Time: Thursday evenings in September and October, from 6:30pm to 7:30pm.

Location:

• Held in the Community Commons, located on the 1st Floor of Central Library on these dates: September 4, 11, 18, and October 2, 9, 16 and 30.
• On September 25 and October 23, the beadwork circle will be held in the CE-1 meeting room, located on the 2nd floor of Central Library.

Facilitator Bio: Courtney Kirkness is a mixed Nēhiyaw artist raised in Treaty 4 with maternal ties to Peguis First Nation, MB. Her beadwork journey began after taking an Indigenous Arts class at the First Nations University, followed by joining beadwork programs through Regina Public Library. Courtney has since started her own business focusing on a wide variety of projects including necklaces, medallions, earrings and more. Through beading, Courtney has been able to reconnect with culture which has been an important part of her healing journey. As she has grown in her practice, she strides to share her knowledge with anyone interested.

Part of Culture Days programming.