Join us on Saturday, March 31 from 12-5pm for a taste of what you can create in the fine and industrial arts! With so many amazing things happening at the Spring Open House, we made this list so you can get your Open House game plan together. #CrucibleOpenHouse
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Peruse Our Art Gallery
Walk through our art gallery and peruse artwork from Crucible staff, students, faculty, and volunteers. Vote on your favorite three pieces – the winning artist will get free tuition on a Crucible class!
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Stone Carving Demonstrations
Richard Friedman started Stone Carving at The Crucible eleven years ago with no prior experience, and will be doing a live demonstration at our Spring Open House! We will have stones and tools available for you to carve at the Open House, so come and try it for yourself! We can’t wait to see Richard’s newest project- a 100 pound menorah made of alabaster that will feature metal candle holders designed by Byrd Pappas, Studio Manager at The Crucible. We hope to see you at the Open House!
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Steam Bending Wood Demonstrations
Meet Jenny Wong-Stanley, Steam Bending Wood instructor, and see steam bending wood in action at the Open House. Steam Bending Wood is a brand new class! It is the manipulation of rigid wood with the assistance of heat and water allowing it to bend and become malleable.
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Glass Blowing Demonstrations
During our upcoming Spring Open House, Kier Lugo and Sam Schumacher will be glass blowing incredible centerpieces to adorn each of the tables for our upcoming Fire & Light Soirée and Art Auction. Make sure to stop by the Hot Shop to get a sneak peak! Pictured is one of the beautiful centerpieces from last year’s event blown by Kier himself.
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Get Discounts on Classes
During the Spring Open House, every Crucible class is $25 off! Come ready to register! And don’t forget to submit your name in the raffle for a chance to win a free Crucible class. All are eligible to participate. Get excited by perusing all of our upcoming classes.
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Win A Kids’ Bike
Do you know what color does Neon gas creates? What is another name for a stone carver? Participate in our Open House Quiz to be entered to win a free kids’ bike – newly refurbished by our Bike Shop! Pick up your copy of the quiz at the Info Booth and answer educational questions about the industrial arts for a chance to win the bike.
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Hands-On Activities
We will have hands-on activities for you and the whole family at our Spring Open House! Play with clay in our Ceramics Department or practice your stamping skills while making a copper pendant of your own design in our Jewelry Department.
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Get Some New Wheels
We have a great selection of affordable bicycles that have been fully rebuilt by our youth and volunteer mechanics. In addition to getting a sweet, reliable ride, your purchase supports our Youth Earn-A-Bike Program and Bike Fix-A-Thons.
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Come Thirsty and Hungry
Inside, we will be serving wine and beer graciously donated by Old Kan Beer & Co. Outside, Scotch Bonnet’s food truck will be serving delicious meals.
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