Just saw this announcement and thought I'd share:
Beadathon
Working in teams, 50 lampworking artisians will work for 24 hours at flaming torches to create one-of-a-kind glass beads to benefit children coping with serious illness.
Sept 12 & 13, 2008
Event will be held at the Sonoran Glass Art Academy (Tucson, AZ).
Details
http://www.sonoranglass.org/