VISUAL ARTS
All events are free unless otherwise noted.
Openings
"Shimmer" and "I'm So Surprised" miniatures — Desert Artisans' Gallery, 6536 E. Tanque Verde Road. Works of Geri Bringman, David Brown, Paddie Flaherty, Susan Libby, Kathy Robbins and Richard Rohrbough. Aug. 8-Nov. 5. Reception: 5-7 p.m. Aug. 11. 722-4412.
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Make 'n Take-Paper Bead Making with Mary Ellen Palmeri — Eckstrom Columbus Public Library, 4350 E. 22nd St. Creative way to make beads using everyday materials. Ages 18 and up. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Aug. 4. 594-5285.
Summer Sidewalk Sale — Madaras Gallery, 3035 N. Swan Road. Gallery merchandise from the warehouse, plus a Christmas bazaar. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Aug. 5; 11 a.m.-5 p..m. Aug. 6. 615-3001.
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Upcycled Washer Earrings — Upcycle Tucson, 924 W. Grant Road. You will learn basic wire wrapping and add beads, charms and findings to leave the class with a finished pair of earrings. Register online. Ages 16 and up. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Aug. 5. $15. 445-7694.
Saturday Art and Crafts Sale — Tubac Art and Gifts Gallery, 31 Tubac Road. Original and archival fine art pieces and handcrafted gifts. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays. 1-575-640-6569.
Sizzling Summer Art Sale — The Overlook, 10555 N. La Canada Drive, Oro Valley. Ceramics, photography, metal work, jewelry, textiles, glasswork, and more. Indoors, with food for purchase. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Aug. 6. 437-7820.
Mosaics 3-Using the Tapestry Method — Upcycle Tucson. Learn to use the tapestry mosaic method to create a wall hanging. Ages 16 and up. 2-4 p.m. Aug. 11 and 12. $59.
