What is there to do in Round Top?

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Round Top and the surrounding areas offer so many things to do for the newcomer. You’ll quickly become a fan of the area and want to return time and time again. Want to know more about Round Top? Click <here>. Things to do in the Round Top area – Click <here>. Restaurants in the area – Click <here> Shopping in … Read More

What can I expect? Rain? Sunshine? Heat? Cold?

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Tucson weather ranges from daily highs of 70(ish) to overnight lows of 45 degrees. The extended forecast during our retreat looks beautiful! Picture Perfect! Here’s what Accu-Weather says about Tucson’s weather during our stay – It’s Chamber of Commerce perfect! Our classrooms are generally well-controlled, but that’s not to say it may appear a bit warm or somewhat chilly to … Read More

What’s there to do in and around our Valley of the Sun?

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We love our city and hope you will too! If you’re coming early or staying after our retreat ends, the “Valley of the Sun” offer so many things to do for you. You’ll quickly become a fan of the area and want to return time and time again. Here’s our shortlist of things to do in our fair city – … Read More

What’s there to do in and around Scottsdale?

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We love our city and hope you will too! If you’re coming early or staying after our retreat ends, Scottsdale and the surrounding areas offer so many things to do for the newcomer. You’ll quickly become a fan of the area and want to return time and time again. Here’s our shortlist of things to do in and around Scottsdale … Read More

What is there to do in Round Top?

Barb Solem2018, 2018, Rebel Heartistry, Shopping, things to do, Vivi Magoo LTD, Vivi Magoo Presents Art Retreats and Other Inspirations

Round Top and the surrounding areas offer so many things to do for the newcomer. You’ll quickly become a fan of the area and want to return time and time again. Want to know more about Round Top? Click <here>. Things to do in the Round Top area – Click <here>. Restaurants in the area – Click <here> Shopping in … Read More

What should I wear in Round Top?

Barb Solem2018, Rebel Heartistry, Vivi Magoo Presents Art Retreats and Other Inspirations, what to wear to class

Round Top weather in April ranges from daily highs of 80-85 degrees to overnight lows of 60-65 degrees. It tends to be one of their rainier months, so maybe toss an umbrella in your suitcase for those occasional rainy days. The weather is pretty crazy in that part of Texas, so we prepare for a variety of weather whenever we travel there. … Read More

Class Supplies

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I’m coming to The Desert and need a supply list that includes to what to bring. Thanks for your help. I’m really excited!  Hi – so good to hear from you! Class supplies lists are located on the website – part of each class description. Click on the class for which you are registered, and scroll down to find the … Read More

What’s there to do in and around Round Top?

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Tidbits about Round Top and The Prairie If you’re coming early or staying after our retreat ends, Round Top and the surrounding areas offer so many things to do for the newcomer. You’ll quickly become a fan of the area and want to return time and time again. Want to know more about Round Top? Click <here>. Things to do … Read More

Things to see and do in Coronado

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“Jump, and you will find out how to unfold your wings as you fall.” ~ Ray Bradbury Tidbits about Coronado Coronado and the surrounding area offer so many things to do; you’ll quickly become a fan and want to return time and time again. Want to know more about Coronado? Click <here>. Things to do in the Coronado area – … Read More

Pack your portable light for class

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Remember to bring your portable lighting! Our venue is beautiful but not always light enough to see the fine details of our projects. Please remember to bring task lighting and an extension cord. Or, better yet, bring a rechargeable USB or battery-operated light. No cords to trip over! Here are some ideas for task  lighting     0 Comments Please … Read More