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TUESDAY MORNING CERAMICS FOR ADULTS w/PAM MONTALBANO
TUESDAY MORNING CERAMICS FOR ADULTS w/PAM MONTALBANO
Curious Forge Tuesday Morning Ceramics Tuesday Morning Ceramics for Adults 4 class series, Tuesday Mornings 10:30 am – 12:30 November 15, 22, 29 and December 6 Cost: Public $115 + $30 materials= $145 /4 classes Members $96 + $30 materials = $126 / 4 classes For Tickets see November […]
MEMBER’S HAPPY HOUR TEXTURED DRAWING w/KURT NIEDERSHAUS
MEMBER’S HAPPY HOUR TEXTURED DRAWING w/KURT NIEDERSHAUS
Member's Happy Hour Hands-on Textured Drawing with Kurt Niederhaus Hands-on Drawing Fun Tuesday, November 29, 5:00 - 6:00 pm Come join the fun and do some textured drawing art. No experience needed! Snack and wine will be served
MEMBERS ONLY – Inlaid Ring Box Skill Share w/ Gary Upton
MEMBERS ONLY – Inlaid Ring Box Skill Share w/ Gary Upton
Continuing our box series this class offers techniques to expand your skills in the woodshop! For wood-certified members. Beginning Nov. 29th then: Dec. 6, Dec. 13 and Dec. 20 from 5-8pm each evening. $50 materials fee We will cover: Basics for working with solid wood and veneers, design and construction, using the biscuit joiner and […]
NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION – Preregistration is required
NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION – Preregistration is required
(this is for anyone READY to join, it isn’t for just checking it out, come for a tour for that!) Gotten a tour? Excited for all the possibilities and ready to join? Great! Contact us at spark@thecuriousforge.org. Fill out the application on this page: Membership – The Curious Forge (NEW – you can now take certification classes before orientation if you […]
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BLACKSMITH QUALIFICATION CLASS
BLACKSMITH QUALIFICATION CLASS
Blacksmithing Qualification Class – Safety and Operation 2-day qualification class Wednesday, November 30 & Thursday, December 1, 4:00 – 7:30 pm each day Cost: Public $200 + $10 material fee Member $160 + $10 material fee Minimum participants 2/ Maximum 3 (please note: if attendance does not meet minimum, class will be rescheduled) This class […]
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PAINT YOUR PET – A SIMPLE FOUR STEP APPROACH
PAINT YOUR PET – A SIMPLE FOUR STEP APPROACH
Paint Your Pet! A Simple Four-Step Approach 4 class series - Thursdays, December 1, 8, 15, and 22, 4:00 – 7:00 pm 12 hours of instruction Cost: Public $198 Members $165 For the beginner or experienced painter! In this workshop, we will learn four simple steps to successful pet portraiture over a four-week period. Students […]
BLACKSMITH QUALIFICATION CLASS
BLACKSMITH QUALIFICATION CLASS
Blacksmithing Qualification Class – Safety and Operation 2-day qualification class Wednesday, November 2 & Thursday, November 3, 4:00 – 7:30 pm each day Cost: Public $200 + $10 material fee Member $160 + $10 material fee Minimum participants 1/ Maximum 3 This class qualifies you to use the blacksmithing area in the Forge if you […]
SEWING 101 – Learn Sewing Basics w/Debra Stimson Canevari
SEWING 101 – Learn Sewing Basics w/Debra Stimson Canevari
Sewing 101 - An Introduction to Sewing with Debra Stimson Canevari Thursdays, November 3, 10, 17 (no class Nov 24th), and Dec. 1, 5 pm-7 pm each week (8 hours of instruction) For Tickets See November 3 What you will learn: sewing machine straight stitch and zigzag to sew accurate straight seams Learn […]
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FIGURE DRAWING MEET-UP GROUP
FIGURE DRAWING MEET-UP GROUP
Figure Drawing Meet-up Group Saturdays 10 am to 1 pm in Mixed Media Studio If you are interested in joining this group, please email Kurt Niederhaus before arriving for details, kurtniederhaus@sbcglobal.net
GET BEHIND A WHEEL! Ceramics and Pottery Class w/Pam Montalbano
GET BEHIND A WHEEL! Ceramics and Pottery Class w/Pam Montalbano
Get Behind a Wheel! Ceramics and Pottery Class with Pam Montalbano 6 class series - Saturdays, November 5 - October 15, 2022 10:30 am - 12:30 pm for tickets see NOVEMBER 5 This workshop is for all levels (beginners welcome) who wish to develop and sharpen their pottery throwing skills on the Potters Wheel. […]
MIG WELDING for Artists & Beginners w/Liam Ellerby
MIG WELDING for Artists & Beginners w/Liam Ellerby
MIG WELDING for Artists & Beginners Get ready to put the Pedal to the Metal! Saturday, December 3, and Sunday, December 4, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm each day Ages 14+ and Adults $170 + $25 materials = $195 Public $140 +$25 materials = $165 Members Class 4 minimum/6 maximum participants - (please note: if […]
3D Printer Qualification Class
3D Printer Qualification Class
3D Printer Qualification Class Cost: Public $75 + $5 materials Member $60 + $5 materials Disclaimer: This is not a class in technique, it is to learn how to use the 3D printer Equipment here and how the Lab is run here at The Forge. It is appropriate for someone […]
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MIG WELDING for Artists & Beginners w/Liam Ellerby
MIG WELDING for Artists & Beginners w/Liam Ellerby
MIG WELDING for Artists & Beginners For Tickets see December 3 Get ready to put the Pedal to the Metal! Saturday, December 3, and Sunday, December 4, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm each day Ages 14+ and Adults $170 + $25 materials = $195 Public $140 +$25 materials = $165 Members Class 4 minimum/6 maximum […]
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TUESDAY MORNING CERAMICS FOR ADULTS w/PAM MONTALBANO
TUESDAY MORNING CERAMICS FOR ADULTS w/PAM MONTALBANO
Curious Forge Tuesday Morning Ceramics Tuesday Morning Ceramics for Adults 4 class series, Tuesday Mornings 10:30 am – 12:30 November 15, 22, 29 and December 6 Cost: Public $115 + $30 materials= $145 /4 classes Members $96 + $30 materials = $126 / 4 classes For Tickets see November […]
FESTIVE FUSED GLASS GIFT MAKING WORKSHOP w/Marcy Speck
FESTIVE FUSED GLASS GIFT MAKING WORKSHOP w/Marcy Speck
Festive Fused Glass Gift Making Workshop Join us to make a festive fused glass wreath and/ or holiday tree ornament. Make one or two for yourself, or to give them away as a wonderful handmade gift. We’ll talk about the basics of fusing glass and how to construct your wreath and tree. You’ll make two […]
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WOODSHOP QUALIFICATION
WOODSHOP QUALIFICATION
Woodshop Qualification class – Safety and Operation with Dave Sherr Offered the 1st or 3rd Wednesday of the month. Pre-registration is required, purchase your ticket below Maximum 3 participants per class. Open to the public – this class teaches you how to use standard woodshop equipment safely. It is not an official or professional certification. […]
LUMINATE YOUR HOLIDAY – MAKE A CERAMIC LUMINARY w/Pam Montalbano
LUMINATE YOUR HOLIDAY – MAKE A CERAMIC LUMINARY w/Pam Montalbano
Luminate your Holiday - Make a Ceramic Luminaries with Pamela Montalbano In this two-day workshop, you will form a slab of clay into a cone form and complete it with decoration and holes for the light of a tea candle to shine and twinkle through. In the second class we will glaze our pieces and […]
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PAINT YOUR PET – A SIMPLE FOUR STEP APPROACH
PAINT YOUR PET – A SIMPLE FOUR STEP APPROACH
Paint Your Pet! A Simple Four-Step Approach 4 class series - Thursdays, December 1, 8, 15, and 22, 4:00 – 7:00 pm 12 hours of instruction For Tickets see December 1 Cost: Public $198 Members $165 For the beginner or experienced painter! In this workshop, we will learn four simple steps to successful pet portraiture […]
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GLASSBLOWING OPEN LABS
GLASSBLOWING OPEN LABS
Glassblowing Open Lab –for participants who have completed Beginning “A” & “B” Glassblowing Courses (now Glassblowing 101 and 102). $120 /3 hours This is a great opportunity for those who want to get a little more practice and those who need some specialized guideance in achieving their artistic vision. It is also valuable for those […]
GLASSBLOWING OPEN LAB
GLASSBLOWING OPEN LAB
Glassblowing Open Lab –for participants who have completed Beginning “A” & “B” Glassblowing Courses (now Glassblowing 101 and 102). $120 /3 hours This is a great opportunity for those who want to get a little more practice and those who need some specialized guideance in achieving their artistic vision. It is also valuable for those […]
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GLASSBLOWING OPEN LAB
GLASSBLOWING OPEN LAB
Glassblowing Open Lab –for participants who have completed Beginning “A” & “B” Glassblowing Courses (now Glassblowing 101 and 102). $120 /3 hours This is a great opportunity for those who want to get a little more practice and those who need some specialized guideance in achieving their artistic vision. It is also valuable for those […]
FIGURE DRAWING MEET-UP GROUP
FIGURE DRAWING MEET-UP GROUP
Figure Drawing Meet-up Group Saturdays 10 am to 1 pm in Mixed Media Studio If you are interested in joining this group, please email Kurt Niederhaus before arriving for details, kurtniederhaus@sbcglobal.net
GET BEHIND A WHEEL! Ceramics and Pottery Class w/Pam Montalbano
GET BEHIND A WHEEL! Ceramics and Pottery Class w/Pam Montalbano
Get Behind a Wheel! Ceramics and Pottery Class with Pam Montalbano 6 class series - Saturdays, November 5 - October 15, 2022 10:30 am - 12:30 pm for tickets see NOVEMBER 5 This workshop is for all levels (beginners welcome) who wish to develop and sharpen their pottery throwing skills on the Potters Wheel. […]
GLASSBLOWING ORNAMENT TASTERS
GLASSBLOWING ORNAMENT TASTERS
Come make your own colorful Glass Holiday Ornament! Come experience a taste of Glassblowing. Saturday, December 10, times vary 2:00 – 5:00 pm, scroll down to see times available. Ages 13+ 2 participants/20-minute time slots Cost: $45 per person includes materials *more tickets may be added, please complete the Waitlist Form to be informed of additional tickets available. […]
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HOLIDAY ORNAMENT GLASSBLOWING TASTERS
HOLIDAY ORNAMENT GLASSBLOWING TASTERS
Come make your own colorful Glass Holiday Ornament! Come experience a taste of Glassblowing. Sunday, December 11, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm, times vary, scroll down to see times available. Ages 13+ 2 participants/20-minute time slots Cost: $45 per person includes materials *more tickets may be added, please complete the Waitlist Form to be informed of additional […]
YOUTH GLASSBLOWING for TEENS – AN INTRODUCTION
YOUTH GLASSBLOWING for TEENS – AN INTRODUCTION
Glassblowing - Youth Introduction to Glassblowing This class is designed for youths ages 14 - 17 to experience the ancient art of glass blowing! Turning a hot liquid into a solid physical form is magical. This 3-hour class is designed for teen beginners, with the goal to play with glass and make beautiful glass paperweight. […]
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GLASSBLOWING OPEN LABS
GLASSBLOWING OPEN LABS
Glassblowing Open Lab –for participants who have completed Beginning “A” & “B” Glassblowing Courses (now Glassblowing 101 and 102). $120 /3 hours This is a great opportunity for those who want to get a little more practice and those who need some specialized guideance in achieving their artistic vision. It is also valuable for those […]
DOMESTIC SEWING MACHINE QUALIFICATION CLASS
DOMESTIC SEWING MACHINE QUALIFICATION CLASS
Domestic Sewing Machine Qualification Class 2nd Tuesday of the Month at 3:00 pm. This class serves to qualify you to use the domestic sewing machines in the Forge Textiles area and qualifies you to join the Forge if you join within 6 weeks of the class. Or, it can be used to learn how to […]
INDUSTRIAL SEWING MACHINE QUALIFICATION CLASS
INDUSTRIAL SEWING MACHINE QUALIFICATION CLASS
Industrial Sewing Machine Qualification Class 2nd Tuesday of the Month at 5:00 – 7:00 pm. Prerequisite: Domestic Sewing Machine Qualification. You must have completed the Domestic Sewing Machine Qualification to proceed to the Industrial Sewing Machine Qualification. This class serves to qualify you to use the Industrial sewing machines in the Forge Textiles area and […]
CERAMICS STUDIO QUALIFICATION CLASS
CERAMICS STUDIO QUALIFICATION CLASS
Ceramics Qualification Class 2nd Tuesday each month, 5 pm with Bob Davis. This class qualifies anyone becoming a Forge member to use the Ceramics area. Disclaimer: THIS IS NOT A CLASS IN TECHNIQUE, IT IS TO LEARN HOW THE AREA IS RUN AND HOW TO USE THE EQUIPMENT HERE. It is appropriate for someone wanting to […]
GLASSBLOWING ICICLES
GLASSBLOWING ICICLES
Glassblowing for Beginners – Make Glass Icicles No experience needed! EXPERIENCE the seductive and ancient art of glass blowing! Turning a hot liquid into a solid physical form is magical. In this 3-hour class explore the fun of making glass icicles for the holidays. Beginning with a short talk on safety and tool identification we […]
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GLASSBLOWING FOR BEGINNERS – MAKE A PAPERWEIGHT
GLASSBLOWING FOR BEGINNERS – MAKE A PAPERWEIGHT
Glassblowing for Beginners – Make a Paperweight An introduction to Glassblowing EXPERIENCE the seductive and ancient art of glass blowing! Turning a hot liquid into a solid physical form is magical. This 3-hour class is designed for beginners, with the goal to play with glass and make beautiful glass objects. Beginning with a short talk […]
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GLASSBLOWING CANDY CANES
GLASSBLOWING CANDY CANES
Candy Cane Glassblowing Class This class is for participants who have completed Beginning “A” paperweight class & “B” Glassblowing drinking cup Courses. Prerequisite: 12 hours of glassblowing instruction, can be 12 hours of classes or 6 hours of classes and 6 hours open lab time combined. 5 Hour Workshop $280 + $10 colored glass materials […]
PAINT YOUR PET – A SIMPLE FOUR STEP APPROACH
PAINT YOUR PET – A SIMPLE FOUR STEP APPROACH
Paint Your Pet! A Simple Four-Step Approach 4 class series - Thursdays, December 1, 8, 15, and 22, 4:00 – 7:00 pm 12 hours of instruction For Tickets see December 1 Cost: Public $198 Members $165 For the beginner or experienced painter! In this workshop, we will learn four simple steps to successful pet portraiture […]
50+ MINGLE AND MAKE- Beeswax Candle making w/Alicia Rothman
50+ MINGLE AND MAKE- Beeswax Candle making w/Alicia Rothman
This is a continuation of our popular Mingle and Make series! Come meet others in a relaxed setting, mingle AND make something unique. Join us for some fun! Snacks and drinks provided. Mingle and Make events are for adults ages 50+. Meet new people, and make new friends, in a casual setting as you […]
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GLASSBLOWING OPEN LABS
GLASSBLOWING OPEN LABS
Glassblowing Open Lab –for participants who have completed Beginning “A” & “B” Glassblowing Courses (now Glassblowing 101 and 102). $120 /3 hours This is a great opportunity for those who want to get a little more practice and those who need some specialized guideance in achieving their artistic vision. It is also valuable for those […]
GLASSBLOWING 2 – MAKE A DRINKING GLASS
GLASSBLOWING 2 – MAKE A DRINKING GLASS
Glassblowing 2 – Make a Drinking Glass Prerequisite: for those who have completed Glassblowing Beginning Paperweight Class Continue your Glassblowing adventures in this 3-hour workshop. Blowing a cup will be the main focus of this class. Students will each practice making blown glass with magnificent colored accents of their own design. You will also learn […]
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GLASSBLOWING FOR BEGINNERS – MAKE A PAPERWEIGHT
GLASSBLOWING FOR BEGINNERS – MAKE A PAPERWEIGHT
Glassblowing for Beginners – Make a Paperweight An introduction to Glassblowing EXPERIENCE the seductive and ancient art of glass blowing! Turning a hot liquid into a solid physical form is magical. This 3-hour class is designed for beginners, with the goal to play with glass and make beautiful glass objects. Beginning with a short talk […]
FIGURE DRAWING MEET-UP GROUP
FIGURE DRAWING MEET-UP GROUP
Figure Drawing Meet-up Group Saturdays 10 am to 1 pm in Mixed Media Studio If you are interested in joining this group, please email Kurt Niederhaus before arriving for details, kurtniederhaus@sbcglobal.net
GET BEHIND A WHEEL! Ceramics and Pottery Class w/Pam Montalbano
GET BEHIND A WHEEL! Ceramics and Pottery Class w/Pam Montalbano
Get Behind a Wheel! Ceramics and Pottery Class with Pam Montalbano 6 class series - Saturdays, November 5 - October 15, 2022 10:30 am - 12:30 pm for tickets see NOVEMBER 5 This workshop is for all levels (beginners welcome) who wish to develop and sharpen their pottery throwing skills on the Potters Wheel. […]
NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION – Preregistration required
NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION – Preregistration required
(this is for anyone READY to join, it isn’t for just checking it out, come for a tour for that!) Gotten a tour? Excited for all the possibilities and ready to join? Great! Contact us at spark@thecuriousforge.org. Fill out the application on this page: Membership – The Curious Forge (NEW – you can now take certification classes before orientation if you […]
HOLIDAY ORNAMENT GLASSBLOWING TASTERS
HOLIDAY ORNAMENT GLASSBLOWING TASTERS
Come make your own colorful Glass Holiday Ornament! Come experience a taste of Glassblowing. Saturday, December 17, times vary 2:00 - 5:00 pm, scroll down to see times available. Ages 13+ 2 participants/20-minute time slots Cost: $45 per person includes materials *more tickets may be added, please complete the Waitlist Form to be informed of additional tickets […]
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FAMILY CRAFTS – MAKE FELTED BAGS w/ALICIA ROTHMAN
FAMILY CRAFTS – MAKE FELTED BAGS w/ALICIA ROTHMAN
Family Crafts - Make Felted Bags w/Alicia Rothman A family-focused gift-making event! Purchase a ticket for a parent and child, with additional tickets available for additional family members. Spend a Sunday morning with your child making something beautiful they can gift for the holidays! We will be making a small to a medium-sized felted bag […]
GLASSBLOWING OPEN LABS
GLASSBLOWING OPEN LABS
Glassblowing Open Lab –for participants who have completed Beginning “A” & “B” Glassblowing Courses (now Glassblowing 101 and 102). $120 /3 hours This is a great opportunity for those who want to get a little more practice and those who need some specialized guideance in achieving their artistic vision. It is also valuable for those […]
HOLIDAY ORNAMENT GLASSBLOWING TASTERS
HOLIDAY ORNAMENT GLASSBLOWING TASTERS
Come make your own colorful Glass Holiday Ornament! Come experience a taste of Glassblowing. Sunday, December 18, times vary 2:00 - 5:00 pm, scroll down to see times available. Ages 13+ 2 participants/20-minute time slots Cost: $45 per person includes materials *more tickets may be added, please complete the Waitlist Form to be informed of additional tickets […]
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Jewelry Studio Qualification Class
Jewelry Studio Qualification Class
Jewelry Studio Qualification Class– Safety & Operation Tuesday, December 20, 4:00-8:00 PM Price: Public $125 + Additional $25 materials kit purchase from the Forge Store Member $100 + Additional $25 materials kit purchase from the Forge Store Please be prepared to purchase the material kit from the Forge Store through Paypal Open […]
MUG RUGS HAPPY HOUR FOR TEXTILES CERTIFIED FORGE MEMBERS
MUG RUGS HAPPY HOUR FOR TEXTILES CERTIFIED FORGE MEMBERS
Mug Rugs (aka coasters) w/Sarah Meadows in textiles Textiles Happy Hour! Tuesday, December 20, at 6 pm Come make delightful mug rugs as gifts or for yourself! Material fee by donation, materials available in the textiles area For Forge textiles area certified members, please rsvp Snacks and wine provided
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WOODSHOP QUALIFICATION
WOODSHOP QUALIFICATION
Woodshop Qualification class – Safety and Operation with Dave Sherr Offered the 1st or 3rd Wednesday of the month. Pre-registration is required, purchase your ticket below Maximum 3 participants per class. Open to the public – this class teaches you how to use standard woodshop equipment safely. It is not an official or professional certification. […]
GLASS FUSING LAB QUALIFICATION CLASS
GLASS FUSING LAB QUALIFICATION CLASS
Get Certified to work in the Glass Fusing Lab at The Curious Forge Wednesday, December 21, 3:00 - 5:00 pm 2+ hour class Cost: Public $75 Member $60 Additional Material Purchase required: You will be able to choose materials at The Forge and make a fusing project as part of […]
CERAMICS QUALIFICATION CLASS
CERAMICS QUALIFICATION CLASS
Ceramics Qualification Class 3rd Wednesdays of the month, 5 pm w/Pam Montalbano This class qualifies anyone becoming a Forge member to use the Ceramics area. Disclaimer: THIS IS NOT A CLASS IN TECHNIQUE, IT IS TO LEARN HOW THE AREA IS RUN AND HOW TO USE THE EQUIPMENT HERE. It is appropriate for someone wanting […]
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PAINT YOUR PET – A SIMPLE FOUR STEP APPROACH
PAINT YOUR PET – A SIMPLE FOUR STEP APPROACH
Paint Your Pet! A Simple Four-Step Approach 4 class series - Thursdays, December 1, 8, 15, and 22, 4:00 – 7:00 pm 12 hours of instruction For Tickets see December 1 Cost: Public $198 Members $165 For the beginner or experienced painter! In this workshop, we will learn four simple steps to successful pet portraiture […]