Jubili Beads & Yarns® is a proud corporate member of the INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY of GLASS BEADMAKERS, or the ISGB. In addition, in January, 2006, we started one of the newest local chapters of the ISGB, "The Jersey Fire Devils". The group is enthusiastic, cordial, and its members boast flamework skills spanning from total beginners to nationally known experts! The meetings, which take place every other month on the 2nd Sunday of the month, are an opportunity for members to support each other. It is a forum to exchange ideas, learn new skills, and enjoy being with other people who love glass as much as you do! There is a business and planning session, with presentation of group member news. Members enjoy such things as a lively bead show-and-tell and bead exchange, and the meeting ends with a special on-torch demonstration in the glass studio. From professional to total newcomers, all interested flame work bead-making enthusiasts are cordially welcome to attend. You need NOT be an ISGB member to attend the meetings.
As an off-shoot to the national society, the group has close links to the National ISGB and other regional ISGB groups, both on the east coast and nationally. Members are encouraged to join the national parent organization, and attend the yearly glass conference called "THE GATHERING". Members are also informed of the many glass-related internet web sites for flame work enthusiasts, and the myriad of suppliers of equipment, glass, and other necessary flame work supplies.