Anyone interested in the art of glass blowing still has time to register for the following workshops offered by Berkshire Community College at Fellerman & Raabe Glassworks in Sheffield. Each workshop meets Sunday afternoon for seven weeks starting May 4 and ending June 15.
"Introduction to Glass Blowing" (WKS-055) allows even the most timid beginner to learn basic glass blowing techniques. Working closely with an instructor, students make and take home beautifully decorated vases, paperweights and sculptures. Classes meet from 12 to 3pm.
"Next Step in Glass Making" (WKS 069), a new course, builds on the glass skills, techniques and equipment knowledge taught in the introductory course. Students watch demonstrations by various glass blowers and then practice new skills with plenty of studio time. Classes meet from 3 to 6pm.
Glass blowing is a very demanding craft, working in temperatures of more than 700 degrees. Students should be physically fit, have no restraining medical conditions, and be able to lift 50 pounds.
For more information, or to register, call BCC's Office of LifeLong Learning at 413-499-0856, Ext. 376; or BCC's South County Center at 413-528-4521. All registrations should be completed no later than one week before the beginning of the workshop.
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Companion Corner: Weber at No Paws Left Behind
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iBerkshire's Companion Corner is a weekly series spotlighting an animal in our local shelters that is ready to find a home.
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Volunteer Claire Morin introduced us to him.
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