LAS VEGAS-Besides viewing product introductions, attendees have a slew of educational and social events to take advantage of today at Las Vegas Market. Here are a few events on tap:
11 a.m.: Designer Thom Filicia will discuss his new book, “American Beauty,” with Sustainable Furniture Council’s Susan Inglis. C-176
12 p.m.: Safavieh will host a book signing with designer Thom Filicia as well as offer lunch. A-101
2 p.m.: Surya will host a Designer Spotlight meet and greet with Beth Lacefield. B-370
3 p.m.: Rizzy Home will host a ribbon cutting and party for its new showroom. A-444
3-4 p.m.: Loloi’s Cyrus Loloi will present “Rugs 101: What Everybody Ought to Know About Modern Day Rugs.” Bldg. B, World Forum, 16th Floor
3-6 p.m.: Feizy Rugs will celebrate its 40th anniversary with a 1940s-themed cocktail party. Designer Tracy Porter will also be on hand. C-399
4 p.m. on: Surya will have an Absolute ‘80s party, will include 1980s music, cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, as well as special market promotions and giveaways. B-370
4 p.m. on: Jaipur will host its Roaring ‘20s Bash, with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, music and the opportunity have “mug shots” taken. B-424