Meet the Teachers Reception
June 9 • 8 – 10:30 p.m.
Wisconsin Center Ballroom
This is a great chance to meet our outstanding faculty in an informal setting and take a look at the classes being taught this year. Instructors will be selling kits during the reception; most accept cash or checks only. Food and beverage vendors, and cash bars are available in the foyer outside the reception beginning at 7 p.m. $10 admission tickets available at Registration.

Make 'N Takes
June 9 – 11
Bead&Jewelry Marketplace Booth #841
Look for Make 'N Take opportunities in the Bead&Jewelry Marketplace, Booth 841, throughout the weekend. Art Clay World USA, Antje Hornig/Potomac Beads, and Dakota Stones will be offering Make 'N Takes in this area.

BeadDreams
June 9 – 11
Wisconsin Center 3rd Floor
Bead&Jewelry Marketplace
BeadDreams is our juried international competition of exceptional jewelry artistry. The beautiful works by the 2017 finalists are on display in the Bead&Jewelry Marketplace. The category award winners, including Best in Show, will be awarded on Friday, June 9, in a live ceremony at noon. The People's Choice Award will be presented on Sunday, June 11, at noon. Be sure to vote for your favorite piece — and stop back on Sunday to find out who won!

Silent Auction
Saturday, June 10 • 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Wisconsin Center 3rd floor foyer
Peruse and bid on beautifully crafted beads, jewelry, and more. Proceeds benefit the Medical College of Wisconsin's Breast Cancer Research Program.

Special Exhibits
June 9 – 11
Wisconsin Center 3rd Floor
Check out stunning exhibits of bead artistry, extraordinary buttons, and even a Swarovski^® beaded Porche^®! Exhibits will be on display all weekend.

Big Bead & Jewelry Bash
June 10 • 7:30 – 10:30 p.m.
Wisconsin Center 1st floor
Play jewelry‑related games for prizes, meet old and new friends, and socialize with your fellow Show attendees. Celebrate with coffee, cake, a cash bar, special goody bags, and many door prizes. Enjoy a Make 'N Take with Impress Art, too! $15 admission tickets available at Registration.