activities · 7
what they do
direct service · 5
- Facilitate member access to studio space and tools Studio Access & Glass/Clay Arts EducationProvides "open" club time and studio access, including Metal Clay Open Studio and Dichroic Glass Workshops, where members can work on personal projects with instructor support and use of club tools and equipment.
- Operate dedicated lapidary and jewelry-making facilitiesOperates three well-equipped facilities at the West Center, East Center, and Desert Hills in Green Valley, AZ, including the East Center Studio and Workroom, with specialized equipment such as rock-cutting saws, polishing wheels, and a kiln room for member use.
- Operate retail sales outlets for member-made crafts Artisan Craft Sales and ExhibitionsMaintains retail sales display areas in each lapidary shop and operates a Gift Shop where hand-crafted jewelry and other items made by members are sold to members and the public.
- Organize annual Artisan Festival Community Festival & Event OrganizationPlans and manages an annual Artisans Festival every November, featuring work from over 100 artisans, through a dedicated committee, continuing a tradition of more than 50 years.
- Provide lapidary and jewelry-making instruction and workshops Studio Access & Glass/Clay Arts EducationOffers a wide range of low-cost classes and workshops for all skill levels, including beginning lapidary, wire wrapping, silversmithing, metal clay, dichroic glass fusing, soldering, patina application, and chain maille, taught by experienced members with hands-on project completion.
capacity building · 2
- Coordinate member social and educational activities Geological and Mineral Enthusiast ProgrammingOrganizes social functions for members through a dedicated committee and promotes education in lapidary, silversmith, and jewelry crafts as part of ongoing club programming.
- Manage club governance and operationsOrganizes club activities through a nine-member Board of Directors and member-led committees responsible for instruction, events, and facility management.
strategies · 4
how they think
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- Member-led governance and volunteer-driven operations volunteer-driven_modelThe club distributes leadership and operational responsibilities through member-led committees and a volunteer-driven model, requiring member participation in teaching, event support, and governance to sustain activities and foster ownership.
- Membership-based access and community partnership membership_for_accessAccess to equipment and studio facilities is granted through club membership, while operations are supported through a partnership with Green Valley Recreation (GVR), which provides infrastructure and central location advantages.
- Program diversification to expand engagement program_diversificationThe club broadens member interest and retention by offering a diverse range of jewelry-making disciplines, including Dichroic Glass, Precious Metal Clay, and Kumihimo, beyond traditional lapidary arts.
- Structured skill development through tiered education tiered_educationThe club uses a tiered educational approach where beginner classes serve as prerequisites for advanced workshops, enabling ongoing skill development and deeper member engagement in lapidary and jewelry-making crafts.
named programs · 4
what they call their work
Artisans Festival
An annual event sponsored by the club for over 50 years, featuring the work of more than 100 artisans from across the GVR community.
Instruction and Workshops
Offers classes and workshops in various jewelry-making techniques, including Basic Chain Maille Bracelet, Basic Wire Wrapping for Jewelry, and Dichroic Glass Jewelry, to develop and expand members' talents.
Lapidary and Silversmith Facilities
Provides well-equipped workshops for GVR members interested in lapidary, silversmithing, and other jewelry crafts at three locations: West Center, East Center, and Desert Hills.
Retail Sales Outlet
Operates a retail sales display area in each lapidary shop for members to sell their handcrafted jewelry to GVR members and the public.
relationships · 4
who they work with
- Green Valley Recreation Partner — The club is administratively joined with Green Valley Recreation and operates facilities within GVR centers.
- Green Valley Recreation (GVR) Partner — Cooperates with GVR to provide facilities and coordinate operations.
- Green Valley Recreation (GVR) Partner — Offers classes to the GVR community and GVR offers beginning lapidary classes.
- Lapidary/Silversmithing/Gift Shop Partner — Co-located facility providing shared access to tools and retail space.