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• SG-Intro Stained Glass Register Through GVR Class time 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM

  • Start
    01/05/2026
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  • End
    11/04/2026
  • Schedule
    18 sessions
  • Location
    Stained Glass Classroom

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• CL-Intro Fused Glass Register Through GVR 9:30 - 2:00 PM

  • Start
    01/05/2026
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  • End
    11/03/2026
  • Schedule
    18 sessions
  • Location
    Classroom

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• CL Mosaic Landscape Scene with Painted Grout 01/09 & 01/14 @ 10-1:00 PM

  • Start
    01/09/2026
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  • End
    01/14/2026
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  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Classroom
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    7 registrants

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  INTERMEDIATE LEVEL OR HIGHER - Able to design and create simple projects with minimum guidance.

  

  This is a two day workshop to complete a simple landscape scene on flagstone on day one, and on day two, after grouting, learn the technique used to hand paint the grout to compliment your mosaic scene.

  This is a continuation of the mesh workshop, but not a requirement.  

  Please bring your ideas for a small landscape scene, to be completed on an approximate 8-10” piece of flagstone or tile on the first day.

  Items needed:

  Day 1: Weldbond glue, small rag, tweezers, cutting and nipping tools, painters tape

  Day 2: Small container (cottage cheese or yogurt), mixing fork or palette knife, small rags, rubber gloves or finger cots, acrylic paint (if you have it), small paint brush and painters tape.

  $15.00 due to instructor to pay for club supplies (flagstone and glass)

  $3.00 to instructor for grout, misc. supplies and acrylic paint as needed.

  General supplies to bring to class:

  • Cutting glass tools
  • Glues: Wellbond
  • Writing Tools: Pencil
  • Other helpful items: Tweezers, Toothpicks
  • Safety Items: Band-aids

  Please contact your instructors for additional information:

  Instructor: Patricia Scopinich @ 310-592-9525

  Assistant: Patty Goodsell @ 520-989-1754

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• FR: Frit Room Reserved for SWAG Sorting - First Friday

  • Start
    01/09/2026
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  • End
    12/04/2026
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  • Schedule
    12 sessions
  • Location
    Frit Room at SRS

  This is a room reservation notice only.  Signups for this activity are done in a separate notice to SWAG-group participants only.

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• FR PUFFY SNOWMAN,01/12 & 01/13,

  • Start
    01/12/2026
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  • End
    01/13/2026
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  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Classroom / Frit Room
  • Spaces left
    5

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  Skill level:  Intermediate - must be experienced with ring saw Intermediate:  Able to design and create simple projects with minimal guidance; trained on all studio equipment. 

  Workshop in Frit Room. Note- different time for 2nd day

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  Each student will need:

  • Two 6" circles of clear or iridescent clear glass, previously cut & glued together - iridescent clear provides a nice frosty look which is perfect for the snowman when contour fuse is done
  • black dots for eyes, previously made
  • orange glass for carrot nose
  • black opal glass for hat
  • white opal glass for snowman head & body - some sections will be two layers
  • black stringer for eyebrows
  • black glassline paint for mouth - or curved black stringer if you have one
  • opal glass, color of your choice for mittens & hat band
  • either opal and/or transparent glass in two colors of your choice for scarf with stringers to match for fringe OR coordinating/contrasting colors noodles & stringers for scarf - if you look closely at pics provided you can see the difference in scarf detail
  • white stringer for snowflakes

  IMPORTANT - YOU WILL NEED A LOT OF FRIT - AT LEASE 2-4oz. you may want to use either or both sizes but that is your choice

  • white opal frit - FINE
  • white opal frit - POWDER

  Instructor will provide clear acrylic easel at cost for $4.00 - this is optional but works great with this size of clear glass if you want to display mounted.

  General supplies to bring to class:

  • Glass cutting tools: Toyo Cutter, Running Pliers, Grozers, Nippers, Cutting Surface (Quilt-type mats work best)
  • Glues: Elmer’s (clear or white), Needle nosed bottle with non-aerosol hairspray
  • Writing Tools: Black Sharpies (fine and regular), Pen & Pencil
  • Other helpful items:Tweezers, Toothpicks, A carrying box for projects
  • Safety Items: P-100 Mask, Safety glasses, Closed-toe shoes, Band-aids
  • Bring a firing ticket!

  For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructors:

  Instructor: Bev Lawless @ 612-202-8682

  Assistant Name: Mary Lou Hawks @ 509-979-1325

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• CL Overlapping 1" Squares Dish, 01/12 9:30-12:30

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    01/12/2026
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    9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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    Classroom
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  ALL LEVELS OF EXPERIENCE

  You will create a a small dish.  The base can be either 4x8 clear or 6x6 clear.  You will be cutting 1" squares of your color choices. If you are new to cutting glass, it is helpful to cut the 1" squares ahead of the class.  You will need approximately 30 !" squares to cover the base.

   

  We will then place them in an overlapping pattern.  You can use either opal, transparent, or a mix of both.

  Required glass:

   a clear base either 4 x 8 or 6x6

   enough glass to cut about 30 1" pieces (a few extra is great)

  general supplies to bring to class: 

  * Glass cutting tools: Toyo Cutter, Running Pliers, Grozers, Nippers, Cutting Surface (Quilt-type mats work best)

  * Glues: Elmer’s (clear or white), Needle nosed bottle with non-aerosol hairspray

  * Writing Tools: Black Sharpies (fine and regular), Pen & Pencil

  * Other helpful items:Tweezers, Toothpicks, A carrying box for projects

  * Safety Items:, Safety glasses, Closed-toe shoes, Band-aids

  * Bring a firing ticket!  This project will require 2 firings.

   

  For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructors: 

  Instructor Name Bobbi Watson @ 715-577-3521

  Assistant Name Jane Sieck @ 309-370-2238

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• CW Equipment Training: Ring Saw Session 01/12 @ 1:00 - 2:30 pm

  • When
    01/12/2026
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    1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
  • Location
    Cold Room
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  ALL LEVELS

  Whether you are a new member or a member who is a bit rusty and needs a refresher course, please join us for this training to learn all about the ring saw. We will discuss the various blades that are available and when and how to use them.

  You will learn to cut intricate patterns in glass for your art projects. We will discuss the difference between our various blades; regular, slim, diachroic, mega, and speed blades, as well as when and how to use them.

  (They may not all be in operation at the time of your training, but we will discuss and answer questions about the various ones.)

  This training will also include step-by-step instruction on how to clean the machines after you have used them.

  You may bring a project to practice your cutting. We will provide scrap glass and patterns for you to practice on.

  This equipment training does not count toward the one-workshop-per-month. 
  

  For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructor(s).

  Instructor: Kathy Garceau @ (575) 418-8022.

  
  

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• SG Stained Glass Flower with wire trim 01/13 & 01/14 9:30 - 12:30 pm

  • Start
    01/13/2026
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  • End
    01/14/2026
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  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Stained Glass Classroom
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  Workshop Level: Beginner: knows how to cut basic shapes and follow a line; familiar with foiling and soldering method.

  
  

  In this class you will continue to learn the copper foil method of stained glass. We will make a flower with wire trim. You will need to bring a sheet of glass in the color you want your flower to be. Wire will be provided.

  General supplies to bring to class:

  • Toyo cutter
  • Writing Tools: Black and silver Sharpie
    
  • Running pliers
  • Grozers
  • Work board and push pins
  • Solder 60/40
  • Classic Gel flux
  • Black patina for solder
  • 7/32 black backed copper foil or 1/4" your choice
  • Fid
  • Hand towel
  • Carrying box for projects
  • Band aids

  For further assistance or information text Martha Nicolas @ 574-789-1337 or Paula Bonacorsi @ 802-461-6238.

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• Frit Room reserved for Kiln Operators Meeting 01/14

  • When
    01/14/2026
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    9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Frit Room

  Frit Room reserved for Kiln Operators Meeting....

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• CW Using the Lap Grinder 01/14 @ 10:30 - 12:00 pm

  • When
    01/14/2026
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    10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Cold Work Room
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  INTERMEDIATE LEVEL

  Does your fired project have a wonky edge? Does your bowl wobble? Our lap grinder can help you. It uses ever finer grits to make your project smoother and more finished. In this training workshop, you will learn safety tips; how to set up the lap grinder; how to change wheels and clean them; and how to clean up the grinder at the end.

  Please bring 1-3 fired projects to work on.

  The lap grinder can be messy, especially the first time. Wear old clothes or an apron; and old closed toe shoes. I recommend you remove your rings, bracelets or watches; and tie back long hair.

  This equipment training does not count toward the one-workshop-per-month. 
  

  Please contact Jayne Becker @ 209-890-5774 with any questions.

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• ST Board Meeting 01/15 @ 10:00 am to noon

  • When
    01/15/2026
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    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Studio

  GVR Glass Art Club Board Meeting

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• RA, Blue Curved Stringers, 01/15 1:00 PM

  • When
    01/15/2026
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    1:00 PM
  • Location
    Ramada

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  ALL LEVELS
  

  Workshop Location:  Ramada

   

  Learn to use the vitrigraph kiln to make your own swiggle, wiggle, and curve stringers while using up some of your scrap glass.

  
  

    
  

  
  

  This class with make Blue stringers. Students supply 1/2 c. opaque Blue scrap glass, 1/2 c. transparent Blue scrap glass, and 1/2 c. clear scrap glass. All glass must be clean COE 96 and cut into approximately 1" pieces. Put your glass in a zip lock bag with your name on it and place it in the box marked "Vitrigraph Class" in the Ramada by noon THE DAY BEFORE CLASS. The box will be on the table to the left of the door into the Ramada. Class meets in the Ramada. 

   

  General supplies to bring to class: 

  Wear closed toe shoes, a long sleeve cotton shirt, long pants (jeans work best). If you have long hair, it must be tied back away from your face. Bring safety glasses, and a carry box to take your stringers home

   

  For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructors: 

  Instructor Name Sandy Stretcher 806-240-7525

  Assistant Name Leah Grant 206-660-4003

   

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• CL: OneDrive Training for Leaders - 1/16 11am

  • When
    01/16/2026
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    11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Classroom

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  This session is to help leaders get set up on OneDrive which is the central repository for Glass Artists Club forms and files.   

  If you are maintaining any club documentation on your personal device, you need to attend one of these sessions to learn how to use the club OneDrive to save your files to - this will ensure that if something happens to you, the club has access to the documents.

  This will be a hands-on session, so please bring your device with you (if possible - no desktop PCs though).  If you already have a OneDrive account, you will need to know your login/password.  If you don't have a OneDrive account, we'll set one up for you during the training.

  When you sign up, please sign up for either the  the Windows/PC option or the Mac/IPad option based on the device type you use.  This will allow us to balance the training.

  Instructors:  Coleen Astalos (719) 480-3055 & Carol Z.
  

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• CL NEW MEMBERS ONLY - Shatter Plate, 01/17 10:30-1:30

  • When
    01/17/2026
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    10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    Classroom
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  Workshop for NEW MEMBERS ONLY

  For new members who are six months or less who are familiar with basic tools and still learning to cut basic shapes and learning basic firing programs.

  You may have seen or heard about a popular project called a 
  "Shatter Plate".  This is your chance to learn how to make one!

  
  

  We will be designing a 6"x6" plate using a hammer - yes, a hammer! This technique creates a unique design and gives you a chance to design with embellishments.  The Instructor will have embellishment materials (dots, stringers, scrap glass) available for you to use.  There will be two (2) firing fees.  Please bring $3.00 to cover this cost.  If you need help ordering your glass from SW Art Glass (SWAG), call Judy at 763-516-1769.  You need to order SWAG glass by Friday 12/26, or you can buy glass at Tucson Stained Glass on Grant Ave. Tucson.

  You must have the following supplies for this workshop:

  * A 6"x6" sheet of opalescent COE 96 glass to be the base color of your project.

  * A 6"x6" sheet (A complimentary color to your base) of opalescent COE 96 glass.

  * Embellishment materials, if you have them.

  General supplies to bring to class:

  Glass cutting tools: Toyo cutter, Running Pliers, Grozers, Nippers, Cutting Surface (Quilt-type mats work best). Glues- Elmers clear or white, Needle nosed bottle with non-aerosol hairspray Writing tools- Black Sharpies, Pen & Pencil.  Other helpful items: Tweezers, Toothpicks, A carrying box for projects. Safety items- P-100 Mask, Safety glasses, Closed toe shoes, Bandaids. Bring  a firing ticket-firing will cost $3.00. Please bring correct change.

  For further assistance or questions, please contact:

  Instructor: Judy Stodieck  763-516-1769

  Assistant: Helaine Prince

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• RA Tile Saw Cutting and Training 01/17 @ 1:00 to 2:30 pm in 15 min time slots Instructor: Anna Parker

  • When
    01/17/2026
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    1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
  • Location
    Ramada
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  WORKSHOP LEVELS

  Beginners: First time users! Learn how to safely cut thicker pieces of glass art such as “Pattern Bars” and “Scrap Boxes” (If you don’t know what these are, please ask a fellow member to let you take a look). Once you have created a pattern bar, scrap box, or other FUSED project that is thicker than 6mm (> 2 layers of glass), sign up for this training and BRING YOUR PROJECT with you to the training. No samples will be available.

  Intermediate/Advanced: If you have attended this training before and you have created more items that need cutting, please feel free to sign up for a time slot.

  Workshop location: Ramada

  Time Slot scheduling: Please schedule yourself in one of the 15-minute sessions.

  Learn to cut pattern bars (7 layers thick, fused glass bar) or scrap boxes (1/2” fused glass bar). **PLEASE DO NOT BRING UNFUSED SINGLE SHEETS OF GLASS OR FUSED GLASS THAT IS ONLY 2 LAYERS THICK.

  This class is considered both an “equipment training” class and an “equipment access” opportunity. Beginners will learn how to safely use the tile saw, discuss basic set up and clean up as well as what material is appropriate for its use.

  Please bring a magic marker for measuring and Vaseline to cover the lines before cutting.

  This equipment training does not count toward the one-workshop-per-month. 
  

  For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructors:

  Instructor: Anna Parker at 503-260-7166.

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• CL Mosaic 101 - 01/19 @ 9:30 - 12:30 pm & 01/22 @ noon - 3:00 pm

  • Start
    01/19/2026
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  • End
    01/22/2026
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  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Classroom
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  Beginner Level: This workshop is for those members who entered the Glass Club through Intro to Fusing or Intro to Stained Glass.

  
  

  In this workshop you will learn the basic techniques for cutting mosaic glass pieces or tesserae and assembling your first mosaic project. You will create a colorful mosaic on flagstone while learning how to use many other substrates and materials in the process. There will be an assortment of patterns to choose from.

  Glass and flagstone will be provided by the club. The club will also provide the tools to use in this workshop.

  Member cost is $15.00.

  Please contact the instructor for additional information:

  Instructor: Lynn Daniels-Anderson @ 541-729-7773

  Asst Instructor: Jim Owens @ 928-202-1623

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• CR Equipment Training: Drill Press Sessions 01/19 @ 10:00 - 11:30 am

  • When
    01/19/2026
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    10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Location
    Cold Room
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  ALL LEVELS

  Whether you are a new member or a member who needs a refresher session, please join us for this training to learn all about the drill press and how to use it for your glass art projects.

  Drill Press: You will learn to use the large and small drill presses. We will provide glass for you to make your own template to use as you practice drilling holes, or you may bring your own art piece to practice on.

  We will use both the 1/8” & 1/4” size bits. **PLEASE REMEMBER TO BRING YOUR OWN DRILL BITS TO THE CLASS. Both the 1/8” and 1/4” can be purchased in the store.

  This equipment training does not count toward the one-workshop-per-month. 
  

  For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructor(s).

  Instructors: Kathy Garceau @ (575)418-8022.

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• CL-Intro to Mosaics Register Through GVR Class time 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM

  • Start
    01/20/2026
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  • End
    11/07/2026
  • Schedule
    18 sessions
  • Location
    Classroom

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• SG Stained Glass Lamp with Overlays - 01/20 & 01/21 @ 9:30 - 12:30 pm

  • Start
    01/20/2026
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  • End
    01/21/2026
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  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Stained Glass Classroom
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  Workshop level - Intermediate: must know how to complete a project. Don’t be afraid of this class! As long as you know how to do the stained glass process you can make a lamp. We will make six identical panels and then add overlays of a deer, bear and moose.

  
  

  In this class you will make a 6 sided lamp shade with copper foil overlays. Each panel is 9 3/4” tall and 7 1/2 “ across at the bottom. You will need at least 2 sheets of glass for the sky, 1 sheet for the mountains, 1 sheet for the upper ground, 1 sheet for the base ground, and a 2” x 12” strip for the sun. I will provide 2 12” sheets of copper foil and a 6 sided vase cap.

  Please pay the instructor $20 on the first day of class for these supplies. Patterns will also be provided by the instructor.

  We will start out with two days of class and then meet later to continue putting the lamp together.

  General supplies to bring to class:

  • Must have a board and the metal side strips to hold the pattern.
  • Toyo cutter
  • Writing Tools: Black and silver Sharpie
    
  • Running pliers
  • Grozers
  • Work board and push pins
  • Solder 6/40
  • Classic Gel flux
  • Black patina for solder
  • 7/32 black backed copper foil or 1/4" your choice
  • Fid
  • Hand towel
  • Carrying box for projects
  • Band aids

  For further assistance or information text Martha Nicolas 574-789-1337.

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• FR Fossil Vitra, 01/20, 10-12,& 01/24,10-11

  • Start
    01/20/2026
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  • End
    01/24/2026
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  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Frit Room
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  INTERMEDIATE LEVEL

  Intermediate: Able to design and create simple projects with minimal guidance; trained on all studio equipment. Fusers are learning about special firing programs. 

  Fossil Vitra is the process of layering powdered frit on a dried leaf, fern or flower, and firing until the organic matter burns away and a frit impression is left on the glass.  It is helpful if you have had experience using powdered frit.

  
  

  On a 9x12 tile, you will make one 6x6 piece.  Optional: you may also fit one 4x6 or 4x8 project on the same tile.

  In preparation, choose a leaf, fern or flower; flatten it and dry it between paper towels for at least a week before the workshop.  The flatter the leaf, the easier it will be for the frit to stay in place.

  Choose your base glass and frit colors in contrasting colors for greatest effect.

  You Must wear a P100 mask--no substitutes!  You may bring your own powdered frit, or you may use the Instructors' frit for a $2 charge.  In addition, please bring:

  ·         white or off-white glass, 6x6 and 4x8 (optional)

  ·         clear glass the same size

  ·         9x12 tile and papyros to cover the tile

  ·         Dried flat ferns, leaves, or flowers

  ·         Powdered frit, if you have it; or use the instructors for $2 cash.

  ·         Tweezers, paint brush, plastic spoons

  *            Frit tools, if you have them: red frit sifters, funnel, vacuum

  ·         Aerosol hair spray (unscented)

  On Day One, you will create your design and fuse it.  On Day Two, you will apply clear powder to the fired piece, cap it with clear glass and full fuse. You will pay for the first firing on the 9x12 tile, after Day 1. The second firing will be based on the size of your project(s), paid separately after Day 2. A third firing to slump is optional.

  General supplies to bring to class: 

  * Glass cutting tools: Toyo Cutter, Running Pliers, Grozers, Nippers, Cutting Surface (Quilt-type mats work best)

  * Glues: Elmer’s (clear or white), Needle nosed bottle with non-aerosol hairspray

  * Writing Tools: Black Sharpies (fine and regular), Pen & Pencil

  * Other helpful items:Tweezers, Toothpicks, A carrying box for projects

  * Safety Items: P-100 Mask, Safety glasses, Closed-toe shoes, Band-aids

  * Bring a firing ticket!

   

  For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructors: 

  Instructor Name Jayne Becker at 209-890-5774

  Assistant Name Peggy Cermak at  612-916-3311

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• CL Three Easy Plant Stakes, 01/21 12:30-2:30

  • When
    01/21/2026
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    12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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    Classroom
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  Beginner Level 

  Have  fun making 3 easy plant stakes.
  

    
  

  The instructor will provide each student with 3 metal stakes that can hold an approximately 4 x 6 " insert. These "seed packet" inserts will be cut from clear glass and embellished with glass, dots, cutouts and frit provided by the student.

  Each student should bring one 3mm 12 x 12" sheet of clear glass of your choosing. The student should plan on bringing opal or translucent glass scraps to create a design of their choosing. 

  The student will be responsible for the firing fees and will reimburse the instructor for the $12 cost of the plant stakes.

  Supplies to have readily available for all workshops to be fully prepared:Cutting tools, Running pliers, Grozers, Nippers, Elmer's (clear or white), Needle nosed bottle with non-aerosol hairspray, Black Sharpies (fine and regular), Tweezers , Toothpicks, Pen and Pencil, P-100 mask, Cutting Surface (Quilt-type mats work best). Carrying box for projects, Band-aids, Safety glasses and closed toe shoes.

  * Toyo Cutter

  * Running Pliers

  * Grozers

  * Nippers

  GLUES

  * Elmer’s (clear or white)

  * a carrying box for projects

  Instructor:  Trudie Layton 719-322-7622.    Assistant:  Julie Howard

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• RA Yellow/Orange Curved Stringers Vitrigraph Kiln, 1/22 1 PM

  • When
    01/22/2026
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    1:00 PM
  • Location
    Ramada

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  Workshop Level: All
  

  Workshop Location:  Ramada

   

  Learn to use the vitrigraph kiln to make your own swiggle, wiggle, and curve stringers while using up some of your scrap glass.

  
  

  This class with make Yellow/Orange stringers. Students supply 1/2 c. opaque Yellow/Orange scrap glass, 1/2 c. transparent Yellow/Orange scrap glass, and 1/2 c. clear scrap glass. All glass must be clean COE 96 and cut into approximately 1" pieces. Put your glass in a zip lock bag with your name on it and place it in the box marked "Vitrigraph Class" in the Ramada by noon THE DAY BEFORE CLASS. The box will be on the table to the left of the door into the Ramada. Class meets in the Ramada. 

   

  General supplies to bring to class: 

  Wear closed toe shoes, a long sleeve cotton shirt, long pants (jeans work best). If you have long hair, it must be tied back away from your face. Bring safety glasses, and a carry box to take your stringers home

   

  For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructors: 

  Instructor Name Peggy Cermak at 612-916-3311

  Assistant Name Judy Willette a t612-987-7266

   

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• FR Let's Do A Roadrunner, 01/23 9:30-1:30 pm

  • When
    01/23/2026
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    9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    Frit room
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  Workshop Level: Intermediate:  

  Able to design and create simple projects with minimal guidance; trained on all studio equipment.  Fusers are learning about special firing programs. Workshop Location: Main Studio We will make a Roadrunner.

  

  You will need to bring an 8x12 or 12x12 piece of clear or a transparent glass that you can see through easily. There will be two different styles, 1 uses some medium frit the other does not, your choice.

  Bring lots of scrap pieces, stringers, noodles, dots, vitro, dichro, if using medium frit have it ready before class. Instructor will provide a print of the road runner to put under your clear or transparent glass. Grinding is discouraged.

  General supplies to bring to class:

  * Glass cutting tools: Toyo Cutter, Running Pliers, Grozers, Nippers, Cutting Surface (Quilt-type mats work best)

  * Glues: Elmer’s (clear or white), Needle nosed bottle with non-aerosol hairspray

  * Writing Tools: Black Sharpies (fine and regular), Pen & Pencil

  * Other helpful items:Tweezers, Toothpicks, A carrying box for projects * Safety Items: P-100 Mask, Safety glasses, Closed-toe shoes, Band-aids

  * Bring a firing ticket!

  For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructors: Instructor Name Gene Parejko  214-287-0685
  Assistant Name Sandy Thompson 410-409-1433

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• CL Designing Lantern Panels, 01/24-10:30-1:30 & 01/31-10:30-11:30

  • Start
    01/24/2026
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  • End
    01/31/2026
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  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Classroom

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  AVAILABLE FOR ALL LEVELS

  Join us in the classroom to design four lantern panels for an 11 inch white lantern (see pictures - mine are black lanterns - yours will be white). We will provide each member with the lantern at a cost of $16 payable to the instructors at the beginning of the workshop. (Please bring the exact amount.)

    

  In this workshop you will be removing the original (non-fusible) glass from your lantern first. Then you will be using those four panels as your templates to mark on a 12”x12” sheet of clear COE 96 glass, and then we will be using the Beetle Bits or Morton cutting systems to cut your panels. The rest of the workshop time will be devoted to creating designs for each panel. Your designs can follow a theme: holiday, seasonal, floral, abstract, etc. if you’d like. You can get some great ideas from Pinterest. The instructors will have limited embellishment materials available for a small fee ($1-$2).

  YOU MUST BRING THE FOLLOWING SUPPLIES FOR THIS WORKSHOP:

     * one 12”x12” sheet of clear COE 96 glass for the panels

     * embellishment materials to use for your designs (scrap glass, dots, stringers, frit, etc.)

     * a flat-head screw driver to remove the original lantern glass panels

     * and the general supplies listed below

  General supplies to bring to class: 

  * Glass cutting tools: Toyo Cutter, Running Pliers, Grozers, Nippers, Cutting Surface (Quilt-type mats work best)

  * Glues: Elmer’s (clear or white), Needle nosed bottle with non-aerosol hairspray

  * Writing Tools: Black Sharpies (fine and regular), Pen & Pencil

  * Other helpful items:Tweezers, Toothpicks, A carrying box for projects

  * Safety Items: P-100 Mask, Safety glasses, Closed-toe shoes, Band-aids

  * Bring a firing ticket - firing fee will be $5.50 ( please bring exact amount) - tack fuse.

   

  For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructors: 

  Judy Stodieck 763-516-1769

  Assistant - Nora Mena 360-790-6517

   

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• CL COLORFUL 6" HANGING PINWHEELS, 01/26 9:30-12:30

  • When
    01/26/2026
  •  
    9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Classroom
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  INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED LEVELS

  Intermediate:  Able to design and create simple projects with minimal guidance; trained on all studio equipment.  Fusers are learning about special firing programs. Advanced:  Able to design and create complex projects independently; familiar with specialized tools and supplies. Fusers are familiar with all firing programs. Join us in the classroom to make a colorful 6” pinwheel (see pictures) that can be used as a sun catcher.

  
  

  This project is constructed by creating two layers of curved “swoop” shapes. The “swoops” will be cut from 3” wide strips of colored glass. Each layer uses 13 “swoops”. The instructors will have swivel hangers available to buy for $1.25. I really like the look of using all transparent, but you can use both transparent and/or opalescent.
  

  See the chart below for help deciding how much glass you need depending on your design:    

  * If using one color - you’ll need to bring two 12”x3” strips of that color & one 4”x3” strip of that color.    

  * If using two colors - you’ll need to bring one 12”x3” strip & one 4”x3” strip of the 1st color.  you’ll need to bring one 12”x3” strip & one 4”x3” strip,of the 2nd color.    

  * If using three colors - you’ll need to bring one 12”x3” strip of each color.    

  * If using the rainbow colors - you’ll need 4 “swoops” of five of the colors & 6 “swoops” of one color. (I would suggest       bringing one 7”x3” strip of each color.) You’ll also need to bring: a thin black Sharpie,  a 9”x12” tile to build your project on, kiln paper cut to 8”x8”, a container to wash your “swoops” in, and a lint-free towel, plus the things listed below.

  General supplies to bring to class:

  * Glass cutting tools: Toyo Cutter, Running Pliers, Grozers, Nippers, Cutting Surface (Quilt-type mats work best)

  * Glues: Elmer’s (clear or white), Needle nosed bottle with non-aerosol hairspray * Writing Tools: Black Sharpies (fine and regular), Pen & Pencil

  * Other helpful items:Tweezers, Toothpicks, A carrying box for projects * Safety Items: P-100 Mask, Safety glasses, Closed-toe shoes, Band-aids

  * Bring a firing ticket - firing cost will be $3.50 - contour fuse.

  For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructors: 

  Instructor Judy Stodieck 763.516.1769

  Assistant Louise Hinkley

   

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• SG Stained Glass Heart Spinner 01/27 & 01/28 @ 9:30 - 12:30 pm

  • Start
    01/27/2026
  •  
  • End
    01/28/2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Stained Glass Classroom
  • Spaces left
    3
  • Registered
    3 registrants

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  Workshop level: Intermediate: Must already know how to do copper foil method of stain glass.

  
  

  In this class you will learn how to make a six-sided heart spinner.  The pattern will be available.  You will need to bring all of your own glass, supplies, and tools. You will make six individual panels that will then be connected into a spinner. We will probably not complete the spinner in these two classes, but we will schedule more days for later. 

  If you have a spinner jig, please bring it to class to make putting your heart together easier. You will probably need one sheet of red, one sheet of pink, and half sheet of white. If you choose to use other colors plan accordingly. Remember, you are making six individual panels. Each panel is approximately 5” x 5” times the six panels so you will need to plan your glass for this amount.

  General supplies to bring to class:

  • Must have a board and the metal side strips to hold the pattern.
  • Toyo cutter
  • Writing Tools: Black and silver Sharpie
  • Running pliers
  • Grozers
  • Work board and push pins
  • Solder 6/40
  • Classic Gel flux
  • Black patina for solder
  • 7/32 black backed copper foil or 1/4" your choice
  • Fid
  • Hand towel
  • Carrying box for projects
  • Band aids

  For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructors: 

  Instructor: Stephanie Andrews @ 520-256-2680

  Assistants:  Paula Bonacorsi @ 802-461-6238 or Martha Nicolas @ 574-780-1337 

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• CL: NMO Website Orientation, 1/27 11am-12pm

  • When
    01/27/2026
  •  
    11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Classroom
  • Spaces left
    8

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  This session is to orient brand new members to the Glass Artists Club website (https://www.gvrglassartists.com). 
  
  Initial registration is limited to new members this month - if you are not a new member this month, please wait until 2 days before the session to register to give the opportunity for new members to register first.

  In the session we will focus on the members only section of the website:

  • Your Profile - editing/updating
  • Calendar – signing up for events & registration policies
  • New Member "Start Here" page
  • Mold Catalog - Search capability
  • Member Forums – what they are, subscribing to forums you are interested in
  • Volunteering - Opportunities for new members, recording Volunteer hours
  • Glass Art Galleries – pictures of inspiration
  • Online Library – what information is there

  Followed by a short Q&A session
  

  To get full benefit from this session:

  1. Bring your device (phone, ipad, laptop) that you use to access the website (no desktops!)
  2. Know your website password – see below for help in advance

  This website orientation does not count toward the one-workshop-per-month. 

  If you need help registering for this event because you can’t get on the website, please email the calendar administrators at events.gvrgac@gmail.com to register.

  If you need help signing into the website, please email Alice at amckenzie@aol.com to set up a 10 minute session for private help prior to the session.   

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• FR SGRAFITTO, 1/28, 9:30-12:00

  • When
    01/28/2026
  •  
    9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    FRIT ROOM

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  INTERMEDIATE LEVEL IN FRIT ROOM

  Must be able to design and create simple projects with minimal guidance; trained on all studio equipment. Fusers are learning about special firing programs.

  This workshop will explore the technique of sgragitto which is a form of decoration made by scratching through a surface to reveal a lower layer of contrasting color. It is typically used in plaster or pottery but we will be adopting it to glass.

  
  

  This class will focus more on experimenting with the technique. You may wish to complete a final piece such as an appetizer plate or serving dish or bowl.  The choice is yours.

  For this class you will need to bring:

  Glassine paint in a variety of colors, or purchase from the instructors for a small fee.

  Several pieces of approximately 4x4 float, clear, opal and translucent glass for experimenting - make sure to mark which are float and which are COE 96.

  6x6 Clear glass to use as a base or a cap on your project.

  6x6 Opal or translucent glass of the color that will be revealed after you create your design. White Opal works well as a base but you may want a different color based on the colors of paints that you choose.

  Sponges that are cut up into small squares.

  A hairdryer if you have one (but we can share).

  Tin Foil

  Scratching implements of varying thicknesses such as toothpicks, stainless dental picks, paintbrush ends, cuticle pushers, popsicle sticks, paper clips, etc.

  You will need a P-100 mask to wear during the scratching portion or the technique.

  General supplies to bring: Cutting tools; Toyo cutter, Running Pliers, Grozers, Nippers, Cutting Surface (Quilt-type work best), Elmers Glue, Needle-nozed non aerosol hairspray. Writing tools, Sharpies, Pen & Pencil, Tweezers, Band-aids, Toothpicks, P-100 Mask, Safety Glasses, Closed-toe shoes and a carry box for your project. Bring Firing ticket.

  For further assistance please contact:

  Janet Nein. 204-914-0371

  Jayne Becker 209-890-5774

  
  

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• RA Red Curved Stringers,Vitrigraph kiln 01/29 1PM

  • When
    01/29/2026
  •  
    1:00 PM
  • Location
    Ramada

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  Workshop Level: All
  

  Workshop Location:  Ramada

   

  Learn to use the vitrigraph kiln to make your own swiggle, wiggle, and curve stringers while using up some of your scrap glass.

    

  This class with make Red stringers. Students supply 1/2 c. opaque Red scrap glass, 1/2 c. transparent Red scrap glass, and 1/2 c. clear scrap glass. All glass must be clean COE 96 and cut into approximately 1" pieces. Put your glass in a zip lock bag with your name on it and place it in the box marked "Vitrigraph Class" in the Ramada by noon THE DAY BEFORE CLASS. The box will be on the table to the left of the door into the Ramada. Class meets in the Ramada. 

   

  General supplies to bring to class: 

  Wear closed toe shoes, a long sleeve cotton shirt, long pants (jeans work best). If you have long hair, it must be tied back away from your face. Bring safety glasses, and a carry box to take your stringers home

   

  For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructors: 

  Instructor Name Peggy Cermak at 612-916-3311

  Assistant Name Bev Lawless at 612-202-8682

   

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• FR Butterfly Vase or Votive, 02/05, 12:30-3

  • When
    02/05/2026
  •  
    12:30 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Frit room
  • Spaces left
    0

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  INTERMEDIATE LEVEL WORKSHOP:

  Intermediate:  Able to design and create simple projects with minimal guidance; trained on all studio equipment.  Fusers are learning about special firing programs.

  In this class we will be making a butterfly vase or votive holder.  

  
  

    

  
  

  You will have to decide which mold you are going to drape over and that will determine the size of your piece.  Look at the draping molds in the catalogue and there you will also see a minimum and maximum dimension for your glass size.  Make note that squares of glass are measured on the diagonal.  A 10x10 square is approx. 14" on the diagonal, an 11x11 square is approx. 15" on the diagonal and an 8x8 square is approx. 11" on the diagonal.

    

  Supplies needed:

  • translucent glass in your choice of colour for the main body (orange, yellow and blue all work nicely)
  • black glassline paint in a squeeze container or jar
  • black glassline paint in a needle nose bottle
  • black powder frit (optional)
  • white opal glass cut into small circles or you can use white dots
  • clear powder frit
  • sifter
  • chisel tip paint brush
  • small square of sponge
  • toothpicks
  • P100 mask for use when applying powder frit

  General supplies to bring to class: 

  • Glass cutting tools: Toyo Cutter, Running Pliers, Grozers, Nippers, Cutting Surface (Quilt-type mats work best)
  • Glues: Elmer’s (clear or white), Needle nosed bottle with non-aerosol hairspray
  • Writing Tools: Black Sharpies (fine and regular), Pen & Pencil
  • Other helpful items: Tweezers, Toothpicks, A carrying box for projects
  • Safety Items: P-100 Mask, Safety glasses, Closed-toe shoes, Band-aids

  Bring a firing ticket!

   

  For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructors: 

  Instructor Name:  Janet Nein 204-914-0371

  Assistant Name: TBA

   

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• CL Mosaic Hearts on Rocks 02/06 & 02/09 @ 10:00 - 1:00 pm

  • Start
    02/06/2026
  •  
  • End
    02/09/2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Classroom
  • Spaces left
    3
  • Registered
    5 registrants

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  BEGINNER LEVEL: Learning how to cut basic shapes and follow a line; familiar with basic tools and supplies.

  
  

  This is a great activity for first timers or anyone wanting to learn the basic techniques and materials used in creating mosaics.

  Create a colorful mosaic heart rock for your Valentine. This will add a fun accent to your garden or as a one-of-a-kind gift while learning the basics of mosaic design and application. An assortment of stained glass will be provided as well as stainless steel ball chain and grout.

  Select and bring a smooth, flat river rock as the base that will fit your design. It should be at least 10-12" across inches in size. (River rock is available at Green Valley Decorative Rock, 670 W. Camino Verde.)

  You may also chose to just do random placement of glass pieces, tesserae, and other embellishments. If you wish to use specific colors of glass we may not have, please bring those with you. You can also bring a second smaller base piece to decorate in case you finish early.

  $10 is due to the instructor for club glass.

  $2 is due to the instructor for streel ball and grout.

  Day 1: Weldbond glue, small rag, tweezers, cutting and nipping tools, painters tape

  Day 2: Small container (cottage cheese or yogurt), mixing fork or palette knife, small rags, rubber gloves or finger cots, acrylic paint (if you have it), small paint brush and painters tape.

  General supplies to bring to class:

  • Cutting glass tools
  • Glues: Wellbond
  • Writing Tools: Pencil
  • Other helpful items: Tweezers, Toothpicks
  • Safety Items: Band-aids

  Please contact your instructors for additional information:

  Instructor: Patricia Scopinich @ 310-592-9525

  Instructor: Laurel Benson @ 541-410-0131

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• FR Volunteers to Sort SWAG Order First Fri 11-2

  • When
    02/06/2026
  •  
    11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Frit Room
  • Spaces left
    4

  Registration is closed

  This is the Volunteer Signup to sort SWAG orders for this month - First Friday of the month.   This is only being sent to the group of people who have expressed interest in assisting.  We are limiting signups to avoid having too many people resulting in a backup in the process.  

  The start time is fluid, we get a text from SWAG when they are about 20-30 minutes away.  Expect that time to be somewhere between 11 and 2.  We aim to be completed with the sorting of the order by 3pm when the studio closes.

  Thanks in advance for your help.

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• RA Making Blue/Yellow Twisted Cane, 02/06 12:30 PM

  • When
    02/06/2026
  •  
    12:30 PM
  • Location
    Ramada

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  ALL LEVELS:
  

  Workshop Location:  Ramada

  Learn to use the vitrigraph kiln to make your own Twisted cane while using up some of your scrap glass. 

  
  

  This class with makeYELLOW and BLUE twisted cane.  Students supply 1/2 c.  Yellow scrap glass (mixed opaque and Transparent),  1/2 c. Blue scrap glass (mixed opaque and Transparent), and 1/2 c. clear scrap glass.  All glass must be clean COE 96 and cut into approximately 1" pieces.  Put your glass in separate a zip lock bags with your name on it and place it in the box marked "Vitrigraph Class" in the Ramada by noon THE DAY BEFORE CLASS.  The box will be on the table to the left of the door into the Ramada.

   

  Class meets in the Ramada.

  Wear closed toe shoes, a long sleeve cotton shirt, long pants (jeans work best).  If you have long hair, it must be tied back away from your face.

   

  Bring safety glasses, and a carry box to take your stringers home.

   

   

  For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructors: 

  Instructor Name Peggy Cermak at 612-916-3311

  Assistant Name Bobbi Watson at 715-577-3521

   

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• Santa Rita Springs Open House 2/07 @ 9:00 - 1:00 pm

  • When
    02/07/2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Studio

  The Santa Rita Springs Open House is Saturday, February 7 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.

  The studio will be closed during the event and will reopen at 1pm.
  

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• CW Equipment Training: Ring Saw Session 02/09 @ 1:00 - 2:30 pm

  • When
    02/09/2026
  •  
    1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
  • Location
    Cold Room
  • Spaces left
    1

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  ALL LEVELS

  Registration opens 01/09.

  Whether you are a new member or a member who is a bit rusty and needs a refresher course, please join us for this training to learn all about the ring saw. We will discuss the various blades that are available and when and how to use them.

  You will learn to cut intricate patterns in glass for your art projects. We will discuss the difference between our various blades; regular, slim, diachroic, mega, and speed blades, as well as when and how to use them.

  (They may not all be in operation at the time of your training, but we will discuss and answer questions about the various ones.)

  This training will also include step-by-step instruction on how to clean the machines after you have used them.

  You may bring a project to practice your cutting. We will provide scrap glass and patterns for you to practice on.

  This equipment training does not count toward the one-workshop-per-month. 
  

  For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructor(s).

  Instructor: Anna Parker @ (503) 260-7166.

  
  

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• FR Fossil Vitra, 02/1010-12 & 02/14 10-11

  • Start
    02/10/2026
  •  
  • End
    02/14/2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Frit Room
  • Spaces left
    5

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  INTERMEDIATE LEVEL:

  Intermediate: Able to design and create simple projects with minimal guidance; trained on all studio equipment. Fusers are learning about special firing programs. 

  Fossil Vitra is the process of layering powdered frit on a dried leaf, fern or flower, and firing until the organic matter burns away and a frit impression is left on the glass.  It is helpful if you have had experience using powdered frit.

  
  

  On a 9x12 tile, you will make one 6x6 piece.  Optional: you may also fit one 4x6 or 4x8 project on the same tile.

  In preparation, choose a leaf, fern or flower; flatten it and dry it between paper towels for at least a week before the workshop.  The flatter the leaf, the easier it will be for the frit to stay in place.

  Choose your base glass and frit colors in contrasting colors for greatest effect.

  You Must wear a P100 mask--no substitutes!  You may bring your own powdered frit, or you may use the Instructors' frit for a $2 charge.  In addition, please bring:

  ·         white or off-white glass, 6x6 and 4x8 (optional)

  ·         clear glass the same size

  ·         9x12 tile and papyros to cover the tile

  ·         Dried flat ferns, leaves, or flowers

  ·         Powdered frit, if you have it; or use the instructors for $2 cash.

  ·         Tweezers, paint brush, plastic spoons

  *            Frit tools, if you have them: red frit sifters, funnel, vacuum

  ·         Aerosol hair spray (unscented)

  On Day One, you will create your design and fuse it.  On Day Two, you will apply clear powder to the fired piece, cap it with clear glass and full fuse. You will pay for the first firing on the 9x12 tile, after Day 1. The second firing will be based on the size of your project(s), paid separately after Day 2. A third firing to slump is optional. 

  General supplies to bring to class: 

  * Glass cutting tools: Toyo Cutter, Running Pliers, Grozers, Nippers, Cutting Surface (Quilt-type mats work best)

  * Glues: Elmer’s (clear or white), Needle nosed bottle with non-aerosol hairspray

  * Writing Tools: Black Sharpies (fine and regular), Pen & Pencil

  * Other helpful items:Tweezers, Toothpicks, A carrying box for projects

  * Safety Items: P-100 Mask, Safety glasses, Closed-toe shoes, Band-aids

  * Bring a firing ticket!

   

  For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructors: 

  Instructor Name:  Barb Canfield 414-587-3510

  Assistant Name:  Jill Klaver 303-522-3002

   

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• CL Fish-eye Optics, 02/11 9;30-1:30 & 02/19 12:30-3:30

  • Start
    02/11/2026
  •  
  • End
    02/19/2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Classroom

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  INTERMEDIATE LEVEL: Able to design and create simple projects with minimal guidance, trained on all studio equipment. Fusers are learning about special firing programs.

  Knowledge and experience creating an optics project will facilitate this larger-scale project creating an optics piece that is somewhere between 10x10  and 12x12 (depending on the mold size you choose) If slumping, you will be firing it (3)) three times.

        

  You will need approximately three tubes of stringers, 1 12x12 sheet of clear glass, as well as approximately another 6x12 sheet of clear, or larger pieces that can be cut into squares. (The amount of clear glass you need will depend on how high your stacks of glass squares go. Can be between 1-3 glass squares high. This will be discussed in the first class, so you will have the information you need before the second class.)

  General supplies to bring to class:

  * Glass cutting tools: Toyo cutter, Running Pliers, Grozers, Nippers, Cutting Surface

  * Glues: Elmer's (clear or white) or Glass Tac Gel

  * Writing Tools: Black Sharpies (fine & bold) Pen & Pencil

  *Other Helpful items: Tweezers, Toothpicks, 12" ruler, a carrying box for projects

  * Safety Items: Safety Glasses, Closed-toe shoes, Band-aids

  * Bring a firing ticket!

  
  

  For further assistance or questions, Please contact the Instructors:

  Instructor: Janice Urban 609-410-5619

  Assistant: Cathy Ruiz 405-818-4265

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• RA Making Brown/Black Curved Stringers

  • When
    02/12/2026
  •  
    1:00 PM
  • Location
    Ramada

  Registration is closed

  ALL LEVELS:
  

  Workshop Location:  Ramada

   

  Learn to use the vitrigraph kiln to make your own swiggle, wiggle, and curve stringers while using up some of your scrap glass.

   

  This class with make Brown black stringers. Students supply 1/2 c. opaque Brown Black scrap glass, 1/2 c. transparent Brown black scrap glass, and 1/2 c. clear scrap glass. All glass must be clean COE 96 and cut into approximately 1" pieces. Put your glass in a zip lock bag with your name on it and place it in the box marked "Vitrigraph Class" in the Ramada by noon THE DAY BEFORE CLASS. The box will be on the table to the left of the door into the Ramada. Class meets in the Ramada. 

   

  General supplies to bring to class: 

  Wear closed toe shoes, a long sleeve cotton shirt, long pants (jeans work best). If you have long hair, it must be tied back away from your face. Bring safety glasses, and a carry box to take your stringers home

   

  For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructors: 

  Instructor Name Peggy Cermak at 612-916-3311

  Assistant Name Suzanne Mattox 503-260-3637

   

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• FR Finance Committee Meeting 02/13 @ 9:00 - 11:00 am

  • When
    02/13/2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Frit Room

  Finance Committee Meeting in Frit Room....

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• SG Stained Glass Intro 101 "Let's Make a Feather" 2/13 & 02/20 @ 12:30 - 3:00 pm

  • Start
    02/13/2026
  •  
  • End
    02/20/2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Stained Glass Classroom
  • Spaces left
    6

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  Workshop level: Beginners

  Registration for this class opens 01/13/26.

  This workshop is for club members who have joined through mosaics or fused glass and would also like to learn the stained glass. We will teach you the copper foil method of stained glass in this two day workshop. We will make a 3“ x 10“ feather. We will provide the pattern, glass, and supplies needed to complete the project.

  
  

  Tools will be provided for those students who do not have their own. We will have a selection of glass available so you can choose your own colors for the project.

  Cost is $15 payable to the Instructor the first day of class.

  For further assistance or information text Shawneen Schmitt @ 414-659-6689, Martha Nicolas @ 574-780-1337, or Marilyn Oliveira @ 510-335-8277.

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• RA Making White/Cream Curved Stringers, Feb 13, 1 PM

  • When
    02/13/2026
  •  
    1:00 PM
  • Location
    Ramada

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  ALL LEVELS:

  Workshop Location:  Ramada

   

  Learn to use the vitrigraph kiln to make your own swiggle, wiggle, and curve stringers while using up some of your scrap glass.

  
  

  This class with make White/Cream stringers. Students supply 1 C. mixed white and off white scrap  transparent  and 1/2 c. clear scrap glass. All glass must be clean COE 96 and cut into approximately 1" pieces. Put your glass in a zip lock bag with your name on it and place it in the box marked "Vitrigraph Class" in the Ramada by noon THE DAY BEFORE CLASS. The box will be on the table to the left of the door into the Ramada. Class meets in the Ramada. 

   

  General supplies to bring to class: 

  Wear closed toe shoes, a long sleeve cotton shirt, long pants (jeans work best). If you have long hair, it must be tied back away from your face. Bring safety glasses, and a carry box to take your stringers home

   

  For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructors: 

  Instructor Name Sandy Stretcher 806-240-7525

  Assistant Name Peggy Jordan 419-215-1747

   

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• CW Equipment Training: Drill Press Sessions 02/16 @ 10:00 - 11:30 am

  • When
    02/16/2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Location
    Cold Room
  • Spaces left
    4

  Registration is closed

  ALL LEVELS

  Class registration begins at 01/16.

  Whether you are a new member or a member who needs a refresher session, please join us for this training to learn all about the drill press and how to use it for your glass art projects.

  Drill Press: You will learn to use the large and small drill presses. We will provide glass for you to make your own template to use as you practice drilling holes, or you may bring your own art piece to practice on.

  We will use both the 1/8” & 1/4” size bits. **PLEASE REMEMBER TO BRING YOUR OWN DRILL BITS TO THE CLASS. Both the 1/8” and 1/4” can be purchased in the store.

  This equipment training does not count toward the one-workshop-per-month. 
  

  For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructor(s).

  Instructors: Linda Reed @ (425) 231-3571.

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• CL: NMO Website Orientation, 02/16 @ 10:30 - 11:30 am

  • When
    02/16/2026
  •  
    10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Location
    Classroom
  • Spaces left
    8

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  This session is to orient brand new members to the Glass Artists Club website (https://www.gvrglassartists.com). 
  
  Initial registration is limited to new members this month - if you are not a new member this month, please wait until 2 days before the session to register to give the opportunity for new members to register first.

  In the session we will focus on the members only section of the website:

  • Your Profile - editing/updating
  • Calendar – signing up for events & registration policies
  • New Member "Start Here" page
  • Mold Catalog - Search capability
  • Member Forums – what they are, subscribing to forums you are interested in
  • Volunteering - Opportunities for new members, recording Volunteer hours
  • Glass Art Galleries – pictures of inspiration
  • Online Library – what information is there

  Followed by a short Q&A session
  

  To get full benefit from this session:

  1. Bring your device (phone, ipad, laptop) that you use to access the website (no desktops!)
  2. Know your website password – see below for help in advance

  This website orientation does not count toward the one-workshop-per-month. 

  If you need help registering for this event because you can’t get on the website, please email the calendar administrators at events.gvrgac@gmail.com to register.

  If you need help signing into the website, please email Alice at amckenzie@aol.com to set up a 10 minute session for private help prior to the session.   

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• RA Making Green/Yellow Curved Stringers Vitragraph Kiln, 02/17

  • When
    02/17/2026
  •  
    10:00 AM
  • Location
    Ramada

  Registration is closed

  ALL LEVEL

  Learn to use the vitrigraph kiln to make your own sqwiggle, wiggle, and curve stringers while using up some of your scrap glass (Note- the day before requirements below.)

  

  This class with make Yellow/Green stringers. Students supply 1/2 c. opaque Yellow/Green scrap glass, 1/2 c. transparent Yellow/Green scrap glass, and 1/2 c. clear scrap glass. All glass must be clean COE 96 and cut into approximately 1" pieces.

  Put your glass in a zip lock bag with your name on it and place it in the box marked "Vitragraph Class" in the Ramada by noon THE DAY BEFORE CLASS. The box will be on the table to the left of the door into the Ramada. Class meets in the Ramada. 

  General supplies to bring to class: 

  Wear closed toe shoes, a long sleeve cotton shirt, long pants (jeans work best). If you have long hair, it must be tied back away from your face. Bring safety glasses, and a carry box to take your stringers home

  For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructors: 

  Instructor Name Nora Mena 360-790-6517

  Assistant Name Lee Gray 505-297-6641

   

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• CW Using the Lap Grinder 02/17 @ 10:30 - 12:00 pm

  • When
    02/17/2026
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Cold Work Room
  • Spaces left
    3

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  INTERMEDIATE LEVEL

  Does your fired project have a wonky edge? Does your bowl wobble? Our lap grinder can help you. It uses ever finer grits to make your project smoother and more finished. In this training workshop, you will learn safety tips; how to set up the lap grinder; how to change wheels and clean them; and how to clean up the grinder at the end.

  Please bring 1-3 fired projects to work on.

  The lap grinder can be messy, especially the first time. Wear old clothes or an apron; and old closed toe shoes. I recommend you remove your rings, bracelets or watches; and tie back long hair.

  This equipment training does not count toward the one-workshop-per-month. 
  

  Please contact Jayne Becker @ 209-890-5774 with any questions.

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• ST Board Meeting 02/19 @ 10:00 am to noon

  • When
    02/19/2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Studio

  GVR Glass Art Club Board Meeting

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• NMO-CARNIVAL PLATE 2/21, 10:30-1:30

  • When
    02/21/2026
  •  
    10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    Classroom
  • Spaces left
    6

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  NEW MEMBERS ONLY WORKSHOP:

  (You are considered a new member for 6 months after joining the club.)

  In this workshop you will be designing a “carnival” plate (see picture).

    

  You can choose the size you want to make - either a 6”x6” or a 12”x6”. (One of the pictures is 12”x6”. The other shown is round, but gives you another design idea.) You will be firing your project twice. If making a 6”x6” plate, the total cost will be $3.00. If you decide to make a 12”x6” platter, the total cost will be $6.00. Please bring the correct change.

  
  

  You must also bring the following supplies to this workshop:

  * either a 6”x6” sheet OR a 12”x6” sheet of opaque COE 96 glass that will act as your background base color on which to build the “carnival squares” (your choice of color)

  * opaque scrap colors to use to make the “carnival squares”

  The instructors will also bring a variety of scrap colors of opaque glass to use for those who need them. The squares are usually two to three colors high - the bottom layer of squares are about 1”, the 2nd layer about 1/2”, and if you add a 3rd layer - about 1/4”. Think ahead about what base color you’ll use and what combination of colors you want for your “carnival squares”. Feel free to precut your background base color and your squares in advance.

   

  IMPORTANT - If you need to order glass for this, please have your order in to SW Art Glass by 5:30 Friday, January 30th. You can also buy glass at Tucson Stained Glass on Grant Ave. in Tucson. Any questions or problems - call Judy at 763-516-1769.

  GENERAL SUPPLIES YOU MUST BRING TO ALL FUSING WORKSHOPS:

  * Glass cutting tools: Toyo Cutter, Running Pliers, Grozers, Nippers, Cutting Surface (Quilt-type mats work best)

  * Glues: Elmer’s (clear or white), Needle nosed bottle with non-aerosol hairspray

  * Writing Tools: Black Sharpies (fine and regular), Pen & Pencil

  * Other helpful items:Tweezers, Toothpicks, a carrying box for projects

  * Safety Items: P-100 Mask, Safety glasses, Closed-toe shoes, Band-aids

  * Bring a firing ticket!

   

  For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructors: 

  Instructor Name: Judy Stodieck 763-516-1769

  Assistant Name: Helaine Prince

   

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• RA Tile Saw Cutting and Training 02/21 @ 1:00 to 2:30 pm in 15 min time slots Instructor: Anna Parker

  • When
    02/21/2026
  •  
    1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
  • Location
    Ramada
  • Spaces left
    6

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  WORKSHOP LEVELS

  Registration begins 01/21.

  Beginners: First time users! Learn how to safely cut thicker pieces of glass art such as “Pattern Bars” and “Scrap Boxes” (If you don’t know what these are, please ask a fellow member to let you take a look). Once you have created a pattern bar, scrap box, or other FUSED project that is thicker than 6mm (> 2 layers of glass), sign up for this training and BRING YOUR PROJECT with you to the training. No samples will be available.

  Intermediate/Advanced: If you have attended this training before and you have created more items that need cutting, please feel free to sign up for a time slot.

  Workshop location: Ramada

  Time Slot scheduling: Please schedule yourself in one of the 15-minute sessions.

  Learn to cut pattern bars (7 layers thick, fused glass bar) or scrap boxes (1/2” fused glass bar). **PLEASE DO NOT BRING UNFUSED SINGLE SHEETS OF GLASS OR FUSED GLASS THAT IS ONLY 2 LAYERS THICK.

  This class is considered both an “equipment training” class and an “equipment access” opportunity. Beginners will learn how to safely use the tile saw, discuss basic set up and clean up as well as what material is appropriate for its use.

  Please bring a magic marker for measuring and Vaseline to cover the lines before cutting.

  This equipment training does not count toward the one-workshop-per-month. 
  

  For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructors:

  Instructor: Anna Parker at 503-260-7166.

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• CL Three Crosses 2/23, 9:30-1:00 & 2/27, 9:30-12:00

  • Start
    02/23/2026
  •  
  • End
    02/27/2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Classroom
  • Spaces left
    8

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  INTERMEDIATE LEVEL:  

  Able to design and create simple projects with minimal guidance; trained on all studio equipment.  Fusers are learning about special firing programs.

  Students will complete cross of their choice, approximate size 8" x 6".  
  

  
  

    
  

  
  

  You will need at least 1/2 sheet of 2mm or 3mm clear glass for base and enough glass, either transparent or opalescent, your choice, to complete the cross you have chosen.  I would suggest at least 1/3 sheet (4" x 12") of each color you decide to use on your chosen cross.  Some crosses can be completed using only beetle bits & toyo.  Ring saw may be used on some.

  Instructor can provide clear acrylic keyhole hangers if you want at cost ($4.00).  Wooden stands can also be provided for $5.00 (please advise in advance).

  General supplies to bring to class: 

  * Glass cutting tools: Toyo Cutter, Running Pliers, Grozers, Nippers, Cutting Surface (Quilt-type mats work best)

  * Glues: Elmer’s (clear or white), Needle nosed bottle with non-aerosol hairspray

  * Writing Tools: Black Sharpies (fine and regular), Pen & Pencil

  * Other helpful items:Tweezers, Toothpicks, A carrying box for projects

  * Safety Items: P-100 Mask, Safety glasses, Closed-toe shoes, Band-aids

  * Bring a firing ticket!

   

  For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructors: 

  Instructor Name:  Bev Lawless 612-202-8682

  Assistant Name:  Mary Lou Hawks 509-979-1325

   

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• CL Fused Starburst Bowl, 2/24, 9:30-1:30

  • When
    02/24/2026
  •  
    9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    Classroom
  • Spaces left
    6

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  INTERMEDIATE LEVEL

  Must be able to design and create simple projects with minimal guidance & trained on all studio equipment. Fusers are learning about special firing programs.

  

  This will be a repeat of the December class.
  We will be creating a fused starburst bowl or planter.

  You will need 2 sheets of 12x12” clear glass and scrap strips of whatever colour you want your accent pieces to be.
  Check your coloured pieces on their edge. If they look dark or clear on edge, they will not show up well in your bowl. You want the colours to be vibrant.
  You will need to cut 1 1/2 sheets of your clear glass into 3/4" strips ahead of class. The strips do not have to be precise.
  Please bring liquid hairspray -you will be using it as a spray so you will need a pump bottle of hairspray.
  You will need nippers.
  You will build your project on top of firing paper that will be provided at the class.
  If you have a lazy susan - bring it with you. It's not necessary but does make it easier.
  We are suggesting slumping on to mold RO34 which is a 12” circle, but RO24 and RO27 which are slightly smaller would also work. You will need to decide before class which one you will be using.

  General supplies to bring to class:
  * Glass cutting tools: Toyo Cutter, Running Pliers, Grozers, Nippers, Cutting Surface (Quilt-type mats work best)
  * Glues: Elmer’s (clear or white), Needle nosed bottle with non-aerosol hairspray
  * Writing Tools: Black Sharpies (fine and regular), Pen & Pencil
  * Other helpful items:Tweezers, Toothpicks, A carrying box for projects
  * Safety Items: P-100 Mask, Safety glasses, Closed-toe shoes, Band-aids
  * Bring a firing ticket!
  
  For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructors:
  Instructor Name: Janet Nein at 204-914-0371
  Assistant Name: Bonnie Hermann 651-485-8078  

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• FR FREEZE & FRIT, 2/25 @ 9:30-11:30, & 1:30-2:30

  • When
    02/25/2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Frit Room
  • Spaces left
    8

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  INTERMEDIATE LEVEL WORKSHOP:

  Intermediate:  Able to design and create simple projects with minimal guidance; trained on all studio equipment.  Fusers are learning about special firing programs.

  Let's make small flowers, leaves, animals and other fun shapes. This will be a two-segment workshop ON THE SAME DAY.
  

    
  

  We will be using opal powdered frit mixed with water in silicone molds, which will then be frozen. Firing tickets will be completed at this time and tiles will be prepped for use in the afternoon session. We will take a break until 1:30 PM and return to remove the items from the molds which will then be placed on a 6 x 6 tile prepared with papyrus kiln paper. The tiles will go immediately into the kiln to be fired.

  Items needed for this workshop:

  • A P-100 Mask. No exceptions.
  • Your favorite colors of opal powdered frit (can be ordered from Southwest Art Glass). If needed, order your Opal powdered frit early so that it can be delivered in the February delivery to the Glass Arts Club. Please order only Opal powdered frit. Transparent frit doesn't always work as well.
  • A small paint brush
  • A small needle nosed squirt bottle (available at the GAC store)
  • An old electric toothbrush if you have one available.
  • A small spoon, such as a baby spoon.
  • A 6 x 6 sheet of papyrus paper.
  • Elmer's glue.
  • Safety Items: P-100 Mask, Safety glasses, Closed-toe shoes, Band-aids
  • Bring a firing ticket!

  For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructors: 

  Instructor Name - Kathy Garceau at 575-418-8022

  Assistant Name - Bonnie Hermann at 651-485-8078

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• CL Beginners Diamonds and Triangles, 2/26,12:30-3 pm

  • When
    02/26/2026
  •  
    12:30 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Classroom
  • Spaces left
    8

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   BEGINNERS LEVEL WORKSHOP:
  

  Beginner:  Learning how to cut basic shapes and follow a line; familiar with basic tools and supplies. Fusers understand full, contour, tack, slump firing programs.

  
  

  Please bring the following to the class:

  * one 6”x6” piece of opaque glass for the background

  * two 10”x2” strips of coordinating colors of opaque glass to make diamonds & triangles

  * fine or medium black Sharpie

  * a 12” ruler

  You can choose any 6”x6” mold for your project. (The samples shown are mold #SG12.)

  The fee for fee for a 6”x6” (36 square inches) project is $1.50 for the first firing and $1.50 for slumping - $3 total.

   

  General supplies to bring to class: 

  * Glass cutting tools: Toyo Cutter, Running Pliers, Grozers, Nippers, Cutting Surface (Quilt-type mats work best)

  * Glues: Elmer’s (clear or white), Needle nosed bottle with non-aerosol hairspray

  * Writing Tools: Black Sharpies (fine and regular), Pen & Pencil

  * Other helpful items:Tweezers, Toothpicks, A carrying box for projects

  * Safety Items: P-100 Mask, Safety glasses, Closed-toe shoes, Band-aids

  * Bring a firing ticket!

   

  For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructor:

  Instructor - Barb Wentz - 520-247-9574

  Assistant: Troy Ibarra - 307-710-1877

   

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• Frit Room reserved for Kiln Operators Meeting 03/04

  • When
    03/04/2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Frit Room

  Frit Room reserved for Kiln Operators Meeting....

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• FR Volunteers to Sort SWAG Order First Fri 11-2

  • When
    03/06/2026
  •  
    11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Frit Room
  • Spaces left
    4

  Registration is closed

  This is the Volunteer Signup to sort SWAG orders for this month - First Friday of the month.   This is only being sent to the group of people who have expressed interest in assisting.  We are limiting signups to avoid having too many people resulting in a backup in the process.  

  The start time is fluid, we get a text from SWAG when they are about 20-30 minutes away.  Expect that time to be somewhere between 11 and 2.  We aim to be completed with the sorting of the order by 3pm when the studio closes.

  Thanks in advance for your help.

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• CL Fernando the Frog, 03/09/26, 9:30-1:00

  • When
    03/09/2026
  •  
    9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Classroom
  • Spaces left
    8

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  ALL LEVELS: Learning to cut basic shapes and follow a line, familiar with basic tools & supplies. Fusers understand full, contour, tack & slump firing programs.

  

  Supplies Needed:

  1/2 sheet clear glass either 2 or 3 mm- prefer 2mm

  1/2 sheet of your favorite froggy green- either opal, transparent or semi-transparent (some swirly ones work as well)

  Large 1" white dots for eyes & black dots (see picture)

  Lots of tiny dots for the body (lemongrass or color of your choice)

  BBQ skewer (if your making a plant stake or jewelry bales if hanging)

  Instructor can supply any or all embellishments for $3.00 charge

  
  

  General supplies to bring to class:

  * Cutting tools: Toyo cutter, Running Pliers, Grozers, Nippers, Cutting Surface ( Quilt type works best)

  * Glues: Elmer's (white or clear) Needle nosed bottle with non-aerosol hairspray

  * Writing Tools: Black Sharpies (fine & Bold), Pen & Pencil

  * Other Helpful items: Tweezers, Toothpicks A carry box for projects 

  * Safety Items: P-100 mask, Safety Glasses, Closed-toe shoes, Band-Aids

  *Bring a Firing Ticket!

  For Further Assistance pease contact Instructors:

  Instructor. Bev Lawless 612-202-8682

  Assistant: Bonnie Hermann 651-485-8078

  
  

   

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• CR Equipment Training: Ring Saw Session 03/09 @ 1:00 - 2:30 pm

  • When
    03/09/2026
  •  
    1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
  • Location
    Cold Room
  • Spaces left
    4

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  ALL LEVELS

  Registration begins 02/09.

  Whether you are a new member or a member who is a bit rusty and needs a refresher course, please join us for this training to learn all about the ring saw. We will discuss the various blades that are available and when and how to use them.

  You will learn to cut intricate patterns in glass for your art projects. We will discuss the difference between our various blades; regular, slim, diachroic, mega, and speed blades, as well as when and how to use them.

  (They may not all be in operation at the time of your training, but we will discuss and answer questions about the various ones.)

  This training will also include step-by-step instruction on how to clean the machines after you have used them.

  You may bring a project to practice your cutting. We will provide scrap glass and patterns for you to practice on.

  This equipment training does not count toward the one-workshop-per-month. 
  

  For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructor(s).

  Instructor: Kathy Garceau @ (575) 418-8022.

  
  

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• FR Fossil Vitra, 03/13 10-12 & 03/18 10-11

  • Start
    03/13/2026
  •  
  • End
    03/18/2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Frit Room
  • Spaces left
    5

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  INTERMEDIATE LEVEL:

  Intermediate: Able to design and create simple projects with minimal guidance; trained on all studio equipment. Fusers are learning about special firing programs. 

  Fossil Vitra is the process of layering powdered frit on a dried leaf, fern or flower, and firing until the organic matter burns away and a frit impression is left on the glass.  It is helpful if you have had experience using powdered frit.

  
  

  On a 9x12 tile, you will make one 6x6 piece.  Optional: you may also fit one 4x6 or 4x8 project on the same tile.

  In preparation, choose a leaf, fern or flower; flatten it and dry it between paper towels for at least a week before the workshop.  The flatter the leaf, the easier it will be for the frit to stay in place.

  Choose your base glass and frit colors in contrasting colors for greatest effect.

  You Must wear a P100 mask--no substitutes!  You may bring your own powdered frit, or you may use the Instructors' frit for a $2 charge.  In addition, please bring:

  ·         white or off-white glass, 6x6 and 4x8 (optional)

  ·         clear glass the same size

  ·         9x12 tile and papyros to cover the tile

  ·         Dried flat ferns, leaves, or flowers

  ·         Powdered frit, if you have it; or use the instructors for $2 cash.

  ·         Tweezers, paint brush, plastic spoons

  *            Frit tools, if you have them: red frit sifters, funnel, vacuum

  ·         Aerosol hair spray (unscented)

  On Day One, you will create your design and fuse it.  On Day Two, you will apply clear powder to the fired piece, cap it with clear glass and full fuse. You will pay for the first firing on the 9x12 tile, after Day 1. The second firing will be based on the size of your project(s), paid separately after Day 2. A third firing to slump is optional. 

  General supplies to bring to class: 

  * Glass cutting tools: Toyo Cutter, Running Pliers, Grozers, Nippers, Cutting Surface (Quilt-type mats work best)

  * Glues: Elmer’s (clear or white), Needle nosed bottle with non-aerosol hairspray

  * Writing Tools: Black Sharpies (fine and regular), Pen & Pencil

  * Other helpful items:Tweezers, Toothpicks, A carrying box for projects

  * Safety Items: P-100 Mask, Safety glasses, Closed-toe shoes, Band-aids

  * Bring a firing ticket!

   

  For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructors: 

  Instructor Name: Peggy Cermak 612-916-3311

  Assistant Name:  Louise Hinkley 207-242-5309

   

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• SG Stained Glass Intro 101 "Let's Make a Feather" 03/18 & 03/19 @ 9:30 - noon

  • Start
    03/18/2026
  •  
  • End
    03/19/2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Stained Glass Classroom
  • Spaces left
    6

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  Workshop level: Beginners

  Registration for this class opens 02/18/26.

  This workshop is for club members who have joined through mosaics or fused glass and would also like to learn the stained glass. We will teach you the copper foil method of stained glass in this two day workshop. We will make a 3“ x 10“ feather. We will provide the pattern, glass, and supplies needed to complete the project.

  
  

  Tools will be provided for those students who do not have their own. We will have a selection of glass available so you can choose your own colors for the project.

  Cost is $15 payable to the Instructor the first day of class.

  For further assistance or information text Shawneen Schmitt @ 414-659-6689, Martha Nicolas @ 574-780-1337, or Marilyn Oliveira @ 510-335-8277.

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• ST Board Meeting 03/19 @ 10:00 am to noon

  • When
    03/19/2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Studio

  GVR Glass Art Club Board Meeting

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• RA Tile Saw Cutting and Training 03/21 @ 1:00 to 2:30 pm in 15 min time slots Instructor: Anna Parker

  • When
    03/21/2026
  •  
    1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
  • Location
    Ramada
  • Spaces left
    6

  Registration is closed

  WORKSHOP LEVELS

  Registration begins 02/21.

  Beginners: First time users! Learn how to safely cut thicker pieces of glass art such as “Pattern Bars” and “Scrap Boxes” (If you don’t know what these are, please ask a fellow member to let you take a look). Once you have created a pattern bar, scrap box, or other FUSED project that is thicker than 6mm (> 2 layers of glass), sign up for this training and BRING YOUR PROJECT with you to the training. No samples will be available.

  Intermediate/Advanced: If you have attended this training before and you have created more items that need cutting, please feel free to sign up for a time slot.

  Workshop location: Ramada

  Time Slot scheduling: Please schedule yourself in one of the 15-minute sessions.

  Learn to cut pattern bars (7 layers thick, fused glass bar) or scrap boxes (1/2” fused glass bar). **PLEASE DO NOT BRING UNFUSED SINGLE SHEETS OF GLASS OR FUSED GLASS THAT IS ONLY 2 LAYERS THICK.

  This class is considered both an “equipment training” class and an “equipment access” opportunity. Beginners will learn how to safely use the tile saw, discuss basic set up and clean up as well as what material is appropriate for its use.

  Please bring a magic marker for measuring and Vaseline to cover the lines before cutting.

  This equipment training does not count toward the one-workshop-per-month. 
  

  For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructors:

  Instructor: Anna Parker at 503-260-7166.

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• CW Equipment Training: Drill Press Sessions 03/23 @ 10:00 - 11:30 am

  • When
    03/23/2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Location
    Cold Room
  • Spaces left
    4

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  ALL LEVELS

  Registration is closed until 02/23.

  Whether you are a new member or a member who needs a refresher session, please join us for this training to learn all about the drill press and how to use it for your glass art projects.

  Drill Press: You will learn to use the large and small drill presses. We will provide glass for you to make your own template to use as you practice drilling holes, or you may bring your own art piece to practice on.

  We will use both the 1/8” & 1/4” size bits. **PLEASE REMEMBER TO BRING YOUR OWN DRILL BITS TO THE CLASS. Both the 1/8” and 1/4” can be purchased in the store.

  This equipment training does not count toward the one-workshop-per-month. 
  

  For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructor(s).

  Instructors: Kathy Garceau @ (575) 418-8022.

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• CW Using the Lap Grinder 03/26 @ 12:30 - 2:00 pm

  • When
    03/26/2026
  •  
    12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Cold Work Room
  • Spaces left
    3

  Registration is closed

  INTERMEDIATE LEVEL

  Does your fired project have a wonky edge? Does your bowl wobble? Our lap grinder can help you. It uses ever finer grits to make your project smoother and more finished. In this training workshop, you will learn safety tips; how to set up the lap grinder; how to change wheels and clean them; and how to clean up the grinder at the end.

  Please bring 1-3 fired projects to work on.

  The lap grinder can be messy, especially the first time. Wear old clothes or an apron; and old closed toe shoes. I recommend you remove your rings, bracelets or watches; and tie back long hair.

  This equipment training does not count toward the one-workshop-per-month. 
  

  Please contact Jayne Becker @ 209-890-5774 with any questions.

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• CL: NMO Website Orientation, 03/31 @ 11:00 - noon

  • When
    03/31/2026
  •  
    11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Classroom
  • Spaces left
    8

  Registration is closed

  This session is to orient brand new members to the Glass Artists Club website (https://www.gvrglassartists.com). 
  
  Initial registration is limited to new members this month - if you are not a new member this month, please wait until 2 days before the session to register to give the opportunity for new members to register first.

  In the session we will focus on the members only section of the website:

  • Your Profile - editing/updating
  • Calendar – signing up for events & registration policies
  • New Member "Start Here" page
  • Mold Catalog - Search capability
  • Member Forums – what they are, subscribing to forums you are interested in
  • Volunteering - Opportunities for new members, recording Volunteer hours
  • Glass Art Galleries – pictures of inspiration
  • Online Library – what information is there

  Followed by a short Q&A session
  

  To get full benefit from this session:

  1. Bring your device (phone, ipad, laptop) that you use to access the website (no desktops!)
  2. Know your website password – see below for help in advance

  This website orientation does not count toward the one-workshop-per-month. 

  If you need help registering for this event because you can’t get on the website, please email the calendar administrators at events.gvrgac@gmail.com to register.

  If you need help signing into the website, please email Alice at amckenzie@aol.com to set up a 10 minute session for private help prior to the session.   

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• CW Equipment Training: Ring Saw Session 04/06 @ 1:00 - 2:30 pm

  • When
    04/06/2026
  •  
    1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
  • Location
    Cold Room
  • Spaces left
    4

  Registration is closed

  ALL LEVELS

  Registration opens 03/06.

  Whether you are a new member or a member who is a bit rusty and needs a refresher course, please join us for this training to learn all about the ring saw. We will discuss the various blades that are available and when and how to use them.

  You will learn to cut intricate patterns in glass for your art projects. We will discuss the difference between our various blades; regular, slim, diachroic, mega, and speed blades, as well as when and how to use them.

  (They may not all be in operation at the time of your training, but we will discuss and answer questions about the various ones.)

  This training will also include step-by-step instruction on how to clean the machines after you have used them.

  You may bring a project to practice your cutting. We will provide scrap glass and patterns for you to practice on.

  This equipment training does not count toward the one-workshop-per-month. 
  

  For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructor(s).

  Instructor: Anna Parker @ (503) 260-7166.

  
  

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• ST Board Meeting 04/16 @ 10:00 am to noon

  • When
    04/16/2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Studio

  GVR Glass Art Club Board Meeting

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• RA Tile Saw Cutting and Training 04/18 @ 1:00 to 2:30 pm in 15 min time slots Instructor: Anna Parker

  • When
    04/18/2026
  •  
    1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
  • Location
    Ramada
  • Spaces left
    6

  Registration is closed

  WORKSHOP LEVELS

  Registration begins 03/18.

  Beginners: First time users! Learn how to safely cut thicker pieces of glass art such as “Pattern Bars” and “Scrap Boxes” (If you don’t know what these are, please ask a fellow member to let you take a look). Once you have created a pattern bar, scrap box, or other FUSED project that is thicker than 6mm (> 2 layers of glass), sign up for this training and BRING YOUR PROJECT with you to the training. No samples will be available.

  Intermediate/Advanced: If you have attended this training before and you have created more items that need cutting, please feel free to sign up for a time slot.

  Workshop location: Ramada

  Time Slot scheduling: Please schedule yourself in one of the 15-minute sessions.

  Learn to cut pattern bars (7 layers thick, fused glass bar) or scrap boxes (1/2” fused glass bar). **PLEASE DO NOT BRING UNFUSED SINGLE SHEETS OF GLASS OR FUSED GLASS THAT IS ONLY 2 LAYERS THICK.

  This class is considered both an “equipment training” class and an “equipment access” opportunity. Beginners will learn how to safely use the tile saw, discuss basic set up and clean up as well as what material is appropriate for its use.

  Please bring a magic marker for measuring and Vaseline to cover the lines before cutting.

  This equipment training does not count toward the one-workshop-per-month. 
  

  For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructors:

  Instructor: Anna Parker at 503-260-7166.

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• CR Equipment Training: Drill Press Sessions 04/20 @ 10:00 - 11:30 am

  • When
    04/20/2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Location
    Cold Room
  • Spaces left
    4

  Registration is closed

  ALL LEVELS

  Class registration begins at 03/20.

  Whether you are a new member or a member who needs a refresher session, please join us for this training to learn all about the drill press and how to use it for your glass art projects.

  Drill Press: You will learn to use the large and small drill presses. We will provide glass for you to make your own template to use as you practice drilling holes, or you may bring your own art piece to practice on.

  We will use both the 1/8” & 1/4” size bits. **PLEASE REMEMBER TO BRING YOUR OWN DRILL BITS TO THE CLASS. Both the 1/8” and 1/4” can be purchased in the store.

  This equipment training does not count toward the one-workshop-per-month. 
  

  For further assistance or questions, please contact the instructor(s).

  Instructors: Linda Reed @ (425) 231-3571.

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• CL: NMO Website Orientation, 04/28 @ 11:00 - noon

  • When
    04/28/2026
  •  
    11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Classroom
  • Spaces left
    8

  Registration is closed

  This session is to orient brand new members to the Glass Artists Club website (https://www.gvrglassartists.com). 
  
  Initial registration is limited to new members this month - if you are not a new member this month, please wait until 2 days before the session to register to give the opportunity for new members to register first.

  In the session we will focus on the members only section of the website:

  • Your Profile - editing/updating
  • Calendar – signing up for events & registration policies
  • New Member "Start Here" page
  • Mold Catalog - Search capability
  • Member Forums – what they are, subscribing to forums you are interested in
  • Volunteering - Opportunities for new members, recording Volunteer hours
  • Glass Art Galleries – pictures of inspiration
  • Online Library – what information is there

  Followed by a short Q&A session
  

  To get full benefit from this session:

  1. Bring your device (phone, ipad, laptop) that you use to access the website (no desktops!)
  2. Know your website password – see below for help in advance

  This website orientation does not count toward the one-workshop-per-month. 

  If you need help registering for this event because you can’t get on the website, please email the calendar administrators at events.gvrgac@gmail.com to register.

  If you need help signing into the website, please email Alice at amckenzie@aol.com to set up a 10 minute session for private help prior to the session.   

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• Frit Room reserved for Kiln Operators Meeting 05/13

  • When
    05/13/2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Frit Room

  Frit Room reserved for Kiln Operators Meeting....

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• ST Board Meeting 05/21 @ 10:00 am to noon

  • When
    05/21/2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Studio

  GVR Glass Art Club Board Meeting

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• CL: NMO Website Orientation, 05/26 @ 11:00 - noon

  • When
    05/26/2026
  •  
    11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Classroom
  • Spaces left
    8

  Registration is closed

  This session is to orient brand new members to the Glass Artists Club website (https://www.gvrglassartists.com). 
  
  Initial registration is limited to new members this month - if you are not a new member this month, please wait until 2 days before the session to register to give the opportunity for new members to register first.

  In the session we will focus on the members only section of the website:

  • Your Profile - editing/updating
  • Calendar – signing up for events & registration policies
  • New Member "Start Here" page
  • Mold Catalog - Search capability
  • Member Forums – what they are, subscribing to forums you are interested in
  • Volunteering - Opportunities for new members, recording Volunteer hours
  • Glass Art Galleries – pictures of inspiration
  • Online Library – what information is there

  Followed by a short Q&A session
  

  To get full benefit from this session:

  1. Bring your device (phone, ipad, laptop) that you use to access the website (no desktops!)
  2. Know your website password – see below for help in advance

  This website orientation does not count toward the one-workshop-per-month. 

  If you need help registering for this event because you can’t get on the website, please email the calendar administrators at events.gvrgac@gmail.com to register.

  If you need help signing into the website, please email Alice at amckenzie@aol.com to set up a 10 minute session for private help prior to the session.   

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    06/01/2026
  •  
    9:00 AM
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• ST Board Meeting 06/18 @ 10:00 am to noon

  • When
    06/18/2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Studio

  GVR Glass Art Club Board Meeting

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• Frit Room reserved for Kiln Operators Meeting 07/08

  • When
    07/08/2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Frit Room

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• ST Board Meeting 07/16 @ 10:00 am to noon

  • When
    07/16/2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Studio

  GVR Glass Art Club Board Meeting

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• ST Board Meeting 08/20 @ 10:00 am to noon

  • When
    08/20/2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Studio

  GVR Glass Art Club Board Meeting

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• Frit Room reserved for Kiln Operators Meeting 09/09

  • When
    09/09/2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Frit Room

  Frit Room reserved for Kiln Operators Meeting....

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• ST Board Meeting 09/17 @ 10:00 am to noon

  • When
    09/17/2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Studio

  GVR Glass Art Club Board Meeting

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• ST Board Meeting 10/15 @ 10:00 am to noon

  • When
    10/15/2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Studio

  GVR Glass Art Club Board Meeting

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• Frit Room reserved for Kiln Operators Meeting 11/11 @ 9:00 am

  • When
    11/11/2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Frit Room

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• ST Board Meeting 12/17 @ 10:00 am to noon

  • When
    12/17/2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Studio

  GVR Glass Art Club Board Meeting

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