Connecticut Public19h
'Feels just like home’: At Hartford center, blind artisans weave – and form community
The Hartford Artisans Weaving Center offers hand-weaving classes and an artisan program for the blind, visually impaired, and those over 55.
Inquirer and Mirror1d
The legacy of Nantucket Looms
Nearly 60 years of history is woven into every item sold at Nantucket Looms. It’s why the island’s iconic cottage style and ...
'No income now, looking for internships': The post-exit story of Loom co-founder Vinay Hiremath, who studies physics 5-8 hours daily
Despite his wealth, Hiremath turned down a lucrative retention offer, citing his disinterest in staying at the acquiring ...
The Daily Texan1d
Beads of separation, unification: UT professor’s latest exhibition highlights complex African history
Shining under the lights of Austin Public Library, panels of colorful beaded glass twist and flatten to reveal a patchwork of ...
Cherokee Phoenix3d
‘Threads of Untold History’ exhibit features Freedmen beaded portraits
Mother-daughter beading duo and Cherokee Nation citizens Jennifer Saenz and Vicky Watson, along with designer Debbie Franklin Richard, will have their work showcased in “Threads of Untold History,” a ...
Financial Post18d
Carney gets down to work as Canada election speculation grows
Mark Carney laid the groundwork to take over as Canada’s prime minister as soon as this week, appointing a chief of staff and promising a speedy transition to a new cabinet that he says will be ...
The Daily News Online20d
DOCCS, NYSCOPBA reach agreement; Monday return to work deadline looms
The New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision said Saturday evening it has reached “a mutual agreement” that will return striking corrections officers to work on Monday.
Times Union22d
Clutched by the global faithful and draped on candles and statues, rosaries abound for Pope Francis
Dating to the Middle Ages and popularized in the 16th century, the chain of beads that comprises a rosary is one of the most visible symbols of Christianity — handheld by young and old ...
The Star22d
Retired photographer finds renewed passion, purpose in new hobbies
An unassuming, simplistic seven-bead rosary was all it took to spark ... he makes time to showcase his work at bazaars and galleries, including at Central Market, Amcorp Mall, and Galeri Shah ...
The Art Newspaper24d
Jaune Quick-to-See Smith’s final curatorial project honours Indigenous community she championed for decades
Paired with nearly every artwork is a statement by the artist about their own work, elucidating their engagement with historical narrative, material significance or personal reflection.
Yahoo25d
Sunny Sunday in North Texas as storm threat looms early in work week
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CBC.ca26d
Indigenous education conference in Yukon explores culture and curriculum
A workshop participant uses a beading loom to represent climate data ... though Biela said they work closely with Indigenous stakeholders. Outside the Yukon, Indigenous perspectives on math ...