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The New England Bead Society

We have another great Lecture and Discussion  coming up in May. Please join us!  ~~~      Program Meeting on  Wed May 23, 2012 at 7PM     Selling Online in 2012 with Presentation:    "Social Media for Artists" by Lori Magno, Guest Speaker and Sheila Checkoway, Moderator     Lori Magno is co-author of three books on Social Media. The third volume of the “Age of Conversation” was published in March 2010 and features Lori’s chapter on social media marketing and artists. Trained in filmmaking and marketing, Lori’s career has included motion picture production, music videos and cable specials as well as government work and advertising. Lori has designed and created jewelry since 1995, beginning with semi-precious stone beaded jewelry and quickly moving into sterling silver and metal clay. She has practiced her art for more than ten years and taken classes with noted artists including Chris Darway, Sarah Doremus, Sherri Haab, Terry Kovalcik and Barbara Becker Simon. Lori is a certified PMC instructor and enjoys teaching as well as making unique art jewelry.   Please join us in this informative lecture and discussion about the use of social media in promoting your artwork.    ~~~    The May meeting is the time when BDI members elect new Officers for 2012-2013. Please contact us at info@beadesignerintl.org  if you would like more information about becoming a member and joining the Board.  ~~~     Please see the Events page for a calendar of events.  ---------------------------------------------------------------------     The program meeting will be held at the Lexington Arts and Crafts Society 130 Waltham St Lexington, MA 02421   Directions to the Lexington Arts and Crafts Society   WE WELCOME GUESTS AT OUR PROGRAM MEETINGS. THERE IS A FEE OF $5 FOR NON-MEMBERS THAT MAY BE APPLIED TOWARD MEMBERSHIP.