Weather Forecast during our retreat

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Tucson weather ranges from daily highs of 70(ish) to overnight lows of 45 degrees. The extended forecast during our retreat looks beautiful! Picture Perfect! Here’s what Accu-Weather says about Tucson’s weather during our stay – It’s Chamber of Commerce perfect! Our classrooms are generally well-controlled, but that’s not to say it may appear a bit warm or somewhat chilly to … Read More

A quick guide to shopping the gem shows

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Wondering where to shop in Tucson? Wondering where all the gemstones are? Wondering how best to navigate Tucson gem shows? We have the answers and we’re here to share with you! __________________________________ If you want a concise online guide for many of the shows in Tucson, this is the one we recommend. <click here: Tucson Gem Shows> __________________________________ REMEMBER THERE … Read More

Did you know you can ship your tools and supplies ahead of time to the hotel?

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Some of our instructors have everything you need to create your project in their classes; others require you to bring your own tools and supplies. Read through each of your class descriptions and pay extra attention to the category titled, “Student Supplies.” <click here to be redirected to class descriptions> Those are the items you will be responsible for bringing … Read More

Your Health and Well-Being are Important to Us

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YOUR SAFETY AND HEALTH ARE OUR TOP PRIORITY To set your mind at ease, we want you to know we have been monitoring events associated with influenza, RSV and the Covid virus. We are planning to follow the CDC guidelines, and knowing the situation is constantly fluid, we will incorporate any new and updated measures as we approach our retreat … Read More

What should I pack to wear?

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The good news is our monsoon season will have ended by the time you arrive in the Phoenix metropolitan area in mid-September. The not-so-good-news is it’s still pretty warm for us in September. Temperatures can still range in the nineties (ahhh – but it’s a dry heat!), and the sun shines for an average of 11 hours each day. Our … Read More

Workshop Schedule of Events

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It’s a simple schedule no matter if you’re in Ace’s first or second session or Nicole’s one-and-only session. ARRIVAL AT STUDIO: 8:45 AM MORNING SESSION: 9:00 AM – NOON *LUNCH: NOON – 1 PM AFTERNOON SESSION: 1 PM – 4 PM DINNER OUTING: 4 PM – 6 PM Notes *We will choose a different local restaurant to order from each … Read More

If you have the questions, we have the answers!

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We would like to answer a few questions that have arisen by Vivi Magoo Metals Week students in hopes this helps you with anything you’ve been wondering about! What does the kit fee include?  The kit fee includes use of the instructor’s, Vivi Magoo’s and the studio’s equipment and tools. Can I bring these items myself? In order to keep … Read More

Your Health and Safety are Important to Us

Barb Solem2022, General Information, Metals Week

We take your physical health very seriously, and that is why we have adopted guidelines for keeping you as safe and sound as we possibly can while at Metals Week. YOUR SAFETY AND HEALTH ARE OUR TOP PRIORITY To set your mind at ease, we want you to know we constantly monitor events associated with Covid and its variants.  We … Read More