Join us for spring in New York City
for the
1st Annual Sirius International Henna Conference
featuring classes by the world-renowned
henna historian, Catherine Cartwright-Jones

 
Dates:

Friday - Monday, March 22-25, 2002
Cost: $100*
Location:

Off-Soho Suites
11 Rivington Street (two blocks South of Houston between Bowery and Allen Sts.)

SEE MAP BELOW
   
*this fee covers only the conference fee; it does not cover transportation to and from New York or around New York, lodging or meals

 

  Comments:

Friday, March 22, 2002
3:00 - 7:00 pm

Informal workshop on henna chemistry and techniques
Demonstrations and discussions on the subject of henna chemistry; testing various essential oil recipes to find the best recipe for your needs; demonstrations of different application techniques, as well as mixing, straining, sealing and wrapping

Also to be discussed: Avoiding Repetitive Stress Injuries While Hennaing

Friday, March 22, 2002
8:00-??

Henna Soiree - details to be announced, but in general, henna, music, food, dancing, drumming and more henna

Saturday, March 23, 2002
10:30 am - 2:20 PM
(coffee, tea, juice, doughnuts and bagels will be served in the morning; we will order in lunch)

 

The History of Henna from 7000 BCE to present

a class by Catherine Cartwright Jones

Saturday, March 23, 2002
3:00 - 7:00 PM

Field Trip to Jackson Heights, Queens- shopping, eating, exploring

Jackson Heights, Queens, is one of the most ethnically diverse neighborhoods in the world; we will be exploring the South Asian section, visiting sari shops, spice shops, hindi film and music shops, a henna salon, jewelry stores, book store, restaurants etc.

This will not be a guided tour bur rather an opportunity to explore as your curiosity guides you; we will provide you with an annotated map of the 4 sq. block area to help you get the most out of your visit; bring an open mind and wallet

Saturday, March 23, 2002
8:00-??

Henna Soiree - details to be announced, but in general, henna, music, food, dancing, drumming and more henna
Sunday, March 24, 2002
10:00 am - 11:30 PM
(coffee, tea, juice, doughnuts and bagels will be served in the morning)

Marketing the Art of Henna

a group discussion facilitated by Lisa of Maison Kenzi Henna
Sunday, March 24, 2002
11:30 am - 1:00 PM

Harquus: the history, traditions, patterns and techniques

a class by Catherine Cartwright Jones
Sunday, March 24, 2002
1:00 - 4:00 PM

Informal classes:

- Deciphering Celtic Desigs - Anne Kirkham of NYC Henna
- Arabic Calligraphy for Henna - Lisa of Maison Kenzi Henna
- Chinese for Henna Artists - Lezard Cheung of Singapore
- Mauritanian Tape Resist Henna - Nick Cartier of Sacred Sun Body Arts

Sunday, March 24, 2002
4:00 - 8:00 PM

Free Time/Impromptu Field Trips
There will be a group going to some museums; you can also use this time to go back to Jackson Heights, do shopping in the area around the hotel (a henna-enthusiasts' shopping guide and map will be provided); other small field trips can be arranged (Arab neighborhoods, Chinatown, World Trade Center etc.)

Sunday, March 24, 2002
8:00-??

Henna Soiree - details to be announced, but in general, henna, music, food, dancing, drumming and more henna
Monday, March 25, 2002
11:00 am - 2:00 PM
(coffee, tea, juice, doughnuts and bagels will be served in the morning)

Henna: Circumcision and Sacrifice Traditions

a class by Catherine Cartwright Jones

Monday, March 25, 2002
2:00 PM - ?

Free time or packing/departure
Please contact us if you would be interested in teaching a short informal class or leading a discussion group on a particular topic; because of time constraints, we may not be able to take everyone up on their offers to teach  

contact us to be added to the mailing list

  

 

Map to Off-Soho Suites Hotel at 11 Rivington Street
 

Subway Map to Hotel

take the F or V to 2nd Ave and walk south, or take the F to Delancey St. and walk north and west

Information on lodging options in NYC

Information on transportation to and from NYC and within NYC

 

Contact information: sirius_nyc@kenzi.com


Copyright © 2002 Maison Kenzi
This page last updated March 2002