IU Bloomington Continuing Studies and BEAD Partner on Cultural Exploration Opportunity

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

September 14, 2009

Life in the Crafts Lane

Discover the growing downtown arts and entertainment district with a behind-the-scenes look at world-class craft and the craftspeople who create it by visiting three downtown galleries that make showcasing craft artisans their focus: By Hand Gallery, the John Waldron Arts Center Gallery Shop and The Venue Gallery and Gifts. Learn more about these galleries, the types of work produced locally, the process, and get a behind-the-scenes look at the life three different craft artisans - one at each gallery. The course will be offered Friday, October 2 from 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. and begins at Fountain Square Mall.

There is a participation fee for the class. To register and take advantage of a BEAD discount, call 855-9335.

IU Bloomington's Continuing Studies offers Lifelong Learning and Professional Development courses for adults at convenient community locations in Bloomington, including downtown at Fountain Square Mall. Career-oriented courses include Basics of Accounting, How to Start Your Own Business, Building Your Portfolio and numerous digital and website design offerings. For a complete listing, go to continue.indiana.edu on the Web or call 855-9335. To register using the BEAD discount, call 855-9335.

About BEAD

The Bloomington Entertainment and Arts District seeks to bring the business and creative sectors together to advance commerce and culture, build community and spur economic development. For more information contact Miah Michaelsen, the Assistant Economic Development Director for the Arts at the City of Bloomington at michaelm@bloomington.in.gov or visit www.bloomington.in.gov/bead.