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• ECS&ECWR- WORKSHOP Tues Dichro

  • Start
    6 Jan 2026
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  • End
    29 Dec 2026
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  • Schedule
    52 sessions
  • Location
    East Lapidary Studio

  
  

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• ECS&ECWR- WORKSHOP Wed Dichro

  • Start
    7 Jan 2026
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  • End
    30 Dec 2026
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  • Schedule
    52 sessions
  • Location
    East Lapidary Studio

  
  

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• ECS&ECWR- WORKSHOP Sat Dichro

  • Start
    24 Jan 2026
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  • End
    19 Dec 2026
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  • Schedule
    22 sessions
  • Location
    East Lapidary Studio

  
  

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• ECS- BOARD MEETING

  • Start
    8 Apr 2026
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  • End
    12 May 2027
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  • Schedule
    12 sessions
  • Location
    East Lapidary Studio

  
  

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• ECS- MEETING Kit Assembly

  • Start
    1 Jun 2026
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  • End
    7 Dec 2026
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  • Schedule
    7 sessions
  • Location
    East Lapidary Studio

  
  

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• ECS&ECWR- SETUP Tues Dichro

  • Start
    2 Jun 2026
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  • End
    29 Dec 2026
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  • Schedule
    31 sessions
  • Location
    East Lapidary Studio

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• ECS&ECWR- SETUP Wed Dichro

  • Start
    3 Jun 2026
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  • End
    30 Dec 2026
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  • Schedule
    31 sessions
  • Location
    East Lapidary Studio

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• EC- GVR CLASS Lapidary-Cabochon Class

  • Start
    4 Jun 2026
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  • End
    4 Dec 2026
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  • Schedule
    7 sessions
  • Location
    East Lapidary Shop

  
  

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• ECS- MEETING Education Committee

  • Start
    5 Jun 2026
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  • End
    4 Dec 2026
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  • Schedule
    5 sessions
  • Location
    East Lapidary Studio

  
  

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• EC- GVR CLASS Learn the Torch

  • Start
    6 Jun 2026
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  • End
    5 Dec 2026
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    East Lapidary Shop

  
  

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• ECS- WORKSHOP Bronze Metal Clay

  • Start
    8 Jun 2026
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    10:00 AM
  • End
    11 Jun 2026
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    12:00 PM
  • Location
    East Lapidary Studio
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  Bronze Metal Clay Workshop

  WHEN: Monday and Thursday, June 8 and 11 from 10 am to Noon.

  WHERE: East Lapidary Studio

  PREREQUISITES: 

  • Minimal Metal Clay Experience

  Because silver has become expensive, we'll be working with Bronze Metal Clay. The tools and skills are the same. The firing process is very different; thus, this is a two-day workshop. Make your piece(s) in the first two-hour class. Kris will fire your pieces in two steps over the next few days. Finish your pieces in the second two-hour class. Make earrings, a pendant, buttons, a refrigerator magnet, a hat or lapel pin, or whatever you wish. The teaching assistants will be learning this medium along with you!

  
  

  COST: $20

  WORKSHOP LEADER: Kris Kramer

  
  

  

  
  

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• EC- WORKSHOP Learn to Solder

  • When
    13 Jun 2026
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    10:00 AM - 2:30 PM
  • Location
    East Lapidary Shop
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  Learn to Solder Workshop

  EAST LAPIDARY SHOP

  When: Saturday, June 13, 10:00AM - 2:30PM

  Teacher: Mary Cavanaugh

  This is an INTERMEDIATE LEVEL Workshop

  Required prerequisites to attend:

  Learn the Torch (GVR Course) OR previous annealing experience

  Students will learn the basics of torch soldering to make jewelry. Begin developing skills and confidence needed to fabricate jewelry from silver and other metals. Wear closed-toe shoes and long pants. Optivizor (magnifier) and tools provided.

  Materials charge: $40 (to be paid to teacher at beginning of workshop)

  Location: East Lapidary Shop

  This workshop will occur once a month during most of the year. Each with separate registrations. Click on a future event on the calendar to registrar early. Four students per workshop. 

  If your plans change and you can't attend, please cancel your registration by clicking on the event on the calendar and then clicking on "Already Registered". Other members may be on the waitlist. Thanks!
  

  
  

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• ECS&EC- WORKSHOP Lost Wax Casting

  • Start
    17 Jun 2026
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    8:30 AM
  • End
    18 Jun 2026
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    12:00 PM
  • Location
    East Lapidary Studio
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  Lost Wax Casting Workshop

  Dates: Wednesday, June 17, and Thursday, June 18

  Time: 8:30AM-12PM

  Registration is required to attend this workshop
  

  INTERMEDIATE LEVEL

  Prerequisites: Learn the Torch class or verified experience

  Learn the art of making jewelry from a wax model. Students will learn about the casting process and assist the Cast Master with their casting. As a result of the class, students will understand the basic fundamentals of the lost wax casting process, metal finishing tools and becoming a technicist to complete their takeaway silver pendant, earrings, or ring. 

  Material Fee: $40 (payable online (preferred) or to instructor)

  Location: East Lapidary Studio on Wednesday, East Shop on Thursday

  Maximum Number of Students: 4

  This workshop will repeat occasionally each season and requires registration. To register for other dates before an announcement goes out to all members, click on another workshop of interest and register.

  If your plans change and you can't attend, please cancel your registration by clicking on the event on the calendar and then clicking on "Already Registered" to cancel. Other members may be on the waitlist. Thanks!
  

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• EC- GVR CLASS Three Easy Rings

  • Start
    19 Jun 2026
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  • End
    18 Dec 2026
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    East Lapidary Shop

  
  

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• ECS- WORKSHOP Prong Settings in Metal Clay

  • Start
    6 Jul 2026
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    10:00 AM
  • End
    10 Jul 2026
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    12:00 PM
  • Location
    East Lapidary Studio
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  Prong Settings in Metal Clay 3-Day Workshop

  WHEN: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, July 6, 8, and 10 from 10 am to Noon.

  WHERE: East Lapidary Studio

  PREREQUISITES: 

  • Metal Clay Experience
  • Basic Silversmithing Experience

  This workshop is the ideal introduction for anyone interested in setting cabochons in Metal Clay. You'll grasp the two fundamental concepts: accounting for shrinkage and fusing silver to metal clay. During the session, you’ll create a simple pendant featuring a cabochon set in fine-silver prongs. While the example images may appear more intricate, we'll concentrate solely on the prong settings.

  COST: $74

  WORKSHOP LEADER: Kris Kramer

   

  
  

  
  

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• ECS- MEETING Practice for Assistants

  • Start
    6 Jul 2026
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  • End
    30 Jul 2026
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  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    ECS- East Lapidary Studio

  
  

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• ECS- WORKSHOP Silver Wave Earrings

  • When
    10 Jul 2026
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    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    East Lapidary Studio
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  Silver Wave Earrings Workshop

  When: Friday, July 10, 1:00-3:00pm

  Where: East Lapidary Studio

  Teacher: Trudy Baker

  Registration is required to attend this workshop

  This is an Intermediate Level Workshop

  Required Prerequisite: Learn the Torch

  Skills that you will learn:

  • Annealing wire with butane and/or acetylene/air torches
  • Using the torches to create a ball at ends of wires
  • Forming annealed metal into "waves"
  • Assembly
  • Polishing

  You will LOVE wearing or gifting these classy sterling earrings.

  
  

  Larger gauge soft wire can be shaped in many creative ways. Once you learn these basics, you can "go to town!" As they say, "You are limited only to your imagination."

  Bring (if you have them) jewelry pliers - chain-nose, flat-nose, and round-nose, and small wire cutters.

  
  

  Materials Fee: $20 (payment online (preferred) or to teacher)

  Location: East Lapidary Studio

  Maximum Number of Students: 6

  If your plans change and you can't attend, please cancel your registration by clicking on the event on the calendar and then clicking on "Already Registered" to cancel. Other members may be on the waitlist. Thanks!

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• ECS&EC- WORKSHOP Lost Wax Casting

  • Start
    15 Jul 2026
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    8:30 AM
  • End
    16 Jul 2026
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    12:00 PM
  • Location
    East Lapidary Studio
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  Lost Wax Casting Workshop

  Dates: Wednesday, July 15, and Thursday, July 16

  Time: 8:30AM-12PM

  Registration is required to attend this workshop
  

  INTERMEDIATE LEVEL

  Prerequisites: Learn the Torch class or verified experience

  Learn the art of making jewelry from a wax model. Students will learn about the casting process and assist the Cast Master with their casting. As a result of the class, students will understand the basic fundamentals of the lost wax casting process, metal finishing tools and becoming a technicist to complete their takeaway silver pendant, earrings, or ring. 

  Material Fee: $40 (payable online (preferred) or to instructor)

  Location: East Lapidary Studio on Wednesday, East Shop on Thursday

  Maximum Number of Students: 4

  This workshop will repeat occasionally each season and requires registration. To register for other dates before an announcement goes out to all members, click on another workshop of interest and register.

  If your plans change and you can't attend, please cancel your registration by clicking on the event on the calendar and then clicking on "Already Registered" to cancel. Other members may be on the waitlist. Thanks!
  

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• EC- WORKSHOP Saw & Rivet Cool Earrings

  • When
    17 Jul 2026
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    12:30 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    East Lapidary Shop
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  Saw & Rivet Cool Earrings Workshop

  When: Friday, July 17, 12:30-4:00pm

  Teacher: Trudy Baker

  Registration is required to attend this workshop

  This is an Intermediate Level Workshop

  Learn the basic jewelry makers’ skills of using a jewelers’ hand saw and easy riveting to hold component parts together. Both brass and copper will be used, and you’ll have a unique earring design that you’ll be able to replicate in various creative shapes. You will learn to use Lapidary Club tools including a drill press, bench pin, texture & riveting hammers, files, patina solution, and polishing tools. All project materials will be provided. There are saws to borrow and some hand tools.  If you have a saw and sturdy wire cutters, please bring them. Wear safety glasses, close-toed shoes, apron, & tie long hair back.

  Materials Fee: $20 (payment online (preferred) or to teacher)

  Location: East Lapidary Shop

  Maximum Number of Students: 4

  If your plans change and you can't attend, please cancel your registration by clicking on the event on the calendar and then clicking on "Already Registered" to cancel. Other members may be on the waitlist. Thanks!

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• ECS- WORKSHOP Bali Style Bead Fundraiser Bracelet

  • When
    20 Jul 2026
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    12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    East Lapidary Studio
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  Bali Style Bead Fundraiser Bracelet Workshop

  Date: Monday July 20

  Time: 10AM - 12PM

  Registration is required to attend this workshop

  
  

  No Prerequisites Come and have fun!

  This is a 100% fundraiser for the new lapidary center at the West Center. All materials will be provided. Customize your bracelet and size it to your wrist with lead-free pewter. Some people will mistake the bracelet for sterling! Learn to construct properly with crimp beads. Bring flat-nose pliers, chain-nose pliers, and wire cutters. Also, bring 2 bead stoppers and crimp bead pliers if you have them. If not the leader will provide them. An Optivisor or other magnifier is helpful.

  Material Fee: $25 (payable online (preferred) or to instructor)

  Location: East Lapidary Studio

  Leader: Sue Hausam

  Maximum Number of Students: 9

  If your plans change and you can't attend, please cancel your registration by clicking on the event on the calendar and then clicking on "Already Registered" to cancel. Other members may be on the waitlist. Thanks!
  

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• ECS - MEETING Artisans Festival

  • When
    23 Jul 2026
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    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    East Lapidary Studio

  
  

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• ECS- WORKSHOP Make & Take Bead & Connector Necklace

  • Start
    23 Jul 2026
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    12:30 PM
  • End
    24 Jul 2026
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    3:30 PM
  • Location
    East Lapidary Studio
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   Make & Take Bead & Connector Necklace  

  Workshop

  When: Thursday and Friday, July 23&24, 12:30pm to 3:30pm

  Where: East Lapidary Studio

  Teacher: Trudy Baker

  Registration is required to attend this workshop

  Required Prerequisite:

  Make & Take Earrings. Basic Wire Wrapping, or previous bead & wire experience 

  Description of Workshop:  

  Day One - Continue practicing the wrapped loop as you build a long necklace of beads and metal connector sections.  Learn to use beading wire, crimp closures and adding a clasp.  

  Day Two - Learn to add patterns  to sheet copper with the rolling mill.  Then learn to cut that metal into shapes with our die-cutting equipment and drill holes.  You will have enough practice to be certified for future use of this equipment when you finish your projects.  

  You will be proud to have two necklaces that you made with components that you also made. 

  Bring jewelry pliers: chain nose, flat nose, round nose AND small flush wire cutter. Wear closed-toe shoes, safety glasses and sturdy apron.

  
  

  Materials Fee: $20 (payment online (preferred) or to teacher)

  Maximum Number of Students: 5

  
  

  If your plans change and you can't attend, please cancel your registration by clicking on the event on the calendar and then clicking on "Already Registered" to cancel. Other members may be on the waitlist. Thanks!

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• ECS&ECWR- GVR CLASS Dichroic Glass

  • Start
    3 Aug 2026
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  • End
    5 Nov 2026
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    East Lapidary Studio

  
  

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• EC- WORKSHOP Fretz Metal Forming Bracelet & Pendant

  • When
    4 Aug 2026
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    12:30 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    East Lapidary Shop
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  Fretz Metal Forming a Twist Bracelet and Flower Pendant 

  Workshop

  When: Tuesday, August 4, 12:30-4:00pm

  Where: East Lapidary Shop

  Teacher: Trudy Baker

  Registration is required to attend this workshop

  This is an Intermediate Level Workshop

  Required Prerequisite: Learn the Torch

  Skills Needed: Comfortable annealing and using hammers and mallets

  Skills you will practice:

  • Annealing with acetylene/air torches
  • Forging annealed metal into curvy shapes
  • Learn to effectively & safely use Fretz and forging hammers, mallets, vices, mandrels, as well as Fretz stakes and mallets.
  • Safely using a drill press and bit
  • Filing and sanding

  You will LOVE wearing or gifting this classy copper bracelet and flower pendant.

  Larger gauge annealed wire can be shaped in many creative ways. Once you learn these basics, you can "go to town!" As they say, "You are limited only by your imagination."

  Bring jewelry pliers - chain-nose, flat-nose.

  Wear closed-toe shoes, safety glasses and sturdy apron.

  
  

  Materials Fee: $10 (payment online (preferred) or to teacher)

  Location: East Lapidary Shop

  Maximum Number of Students: 4

  If your plans change and you can't attend, please cancel your registration by clicking on the event on the calendar and then clicking on "Already Registered" to cancel. Other members may be on the waitlist. Thanks!

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• EC- WORKSHOP Saw & Rivet Cool Earrings

  • When
    14 Aug 2026
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    12:30 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    East Lapidary Shop
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  Saw & Rivet Cool Earrings Workshop

  When: Friday, August 14, 12:30-4:00pm

  Teacher: Trudy Baker

  Registration is required to attend this workshop

  This is an Intermediate Level Workshop

  Learn the basic jewelry makers’ skills of using a jewelers’ hand saw and easy riveting to hold component parts together. Both brass and copper will be used, and you’ll have a unique earring design that you’ll be able to replicate in various creative shapes. You will learn to use Lapidary Club tools including a drill press, bench pin, texture & riveting hammers, files, patina solution, and polishing tools. All project materials will be provided. There are saws to borrow and some hand tools.  If you have a saw and sturdy wire cutters, please bring them. Wear safety glasses, close-toed shoes, apron, & tie long hair back.

  Materials Fee: $20 (payment online (preferred) or to teacher)

  Location: East Lapidary Shop

  Maximum Number of Students: 4

  If your plans change and you can't attend, please cancel your registration by clicking on the event on the calendar and then clicking on "Already Registered" to cancel. Other members may be on the waitlist. Thanks!

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• ECS&EC- WORKSHOP Lost Wax Casting

  • Start
    19 Aug 2026
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    8:30 AM
  • End
    20 Aug 2026
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    12:00 PM
  • Location
    East Lapidary Studio
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  Lost Wax Casting Workshop

  Dates: Wednesday, August 19, and Thursday, August 20

  Time: 8:30AM-12PM

  Registration is required to attend this workshop
  

  INTERMEDIATE LEVEL

  Prerequisites: Learn the Torch class or verified experience

  Learn the art of making jewelry from a wax model. Students will learn about the casting process and assist the Cast Master with their casting. As a result of the class, students will understand the basic fundamentals of the lost wax casting process, metal finishing tools and becoming a technicist to complete their takeaway silver pendant, earrings, or ring. 

  Material Fee: $40 (payable online (preferred) or to instructor)

  Location: East Lapidary Studio on Wednesday, East Shop on Thursday

  Maximum Number of Students: 4

  This workshop will repeat occasionally each season and requires registration. To register for other dates before an announcement goes out to all members, click on another workshop of interest and register.

  If your plans change and you can't attend, please cancel your registration by clicking on the event on the calendar and then clicking on "Already Registered" to cancel. Other members may be on the waitlist. Thanks!
  

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• ECArtRoom- GVR CLASS Chain Maille

  • Start
    19 Aug 2026
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  • End
    18 Dec 2026
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    East Center Art Room

  
  

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• ECS- GVR CLASS Make & Take Earrings

  • Start
    27 Aug 2026
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  • End
    10 Dec 2026
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  • Schedule
    5 sessions
  • Location
    East Lapidary Studio

  
  

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• ECS&ECWR- GVR CLASS Metal Clay Jewelry

  • Start
    14 Sep 2026
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  • End
    15 Dec 2026
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    East Lapidary Studio

  
  

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• ECS&EC- WORKSHOP Lost Wax Casting

  • Start
    16 Sep 2026
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    8:30 AM
  • End
    17 Sep 2026
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    12:00 PM
  • Location
    East Lapidary Studio
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  Lost Wax Casting Workshop

  Dates: Wednesday, Sept. 16, and Thursday, Sept. 17

  Time: 8:30AM-12PM

  Registration is required to attend this workshop
  

  INTERMEDIATE LEVEL

  Prerequisites: Learn the Torch class or verified experience

  Learn the art of making jewelry from a wax model. Students will learn about the casting process and assist the Cast Master with their casting. As a result of the class, students will understand the basic fundamentals of the lost wax casting process, metal finishing tools and becoming a technicist to complete their takeaway silver pendant, earrings, or ring. 

  Material Fee: $40 (payable online (preferred) or to instructor)

  Location: East Lapidary Studio on Wednesday, East Shop on Thursday

  Maximum Number of Students: 4

  This workshop will repeat occasionally each season and requires registration. To register for other dates before an announcement goes out to all members, click on another workshop of interest and register.

  If your plans change and you can't attend, please cancel your registration by clicking on the event on the calendar and then clicking on "Already Registered" to cancel. Other members may be on the waitlist. Thanks!
  

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• ECS- GVR CLASS Basic Wire Wrap

  • Start
    6 Oct 2026
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  • End
    11 Nov 2026
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  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    East Lapidary Studio

  
  

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• ECS&EC- WORKSHOP Lost Wax Casting

  • Start
    14 Oct 2026
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    8:30 AM
  • End
    15 Oct 2026
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    12:00 PM
  • Location
    East Lapidary Studio
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  Lost Wax Casting Workshop

  Dates: Wednesday, Oct. 14, and Thursday, Oct. 15

  Time: 8:30AM-12PM

  Registration is required to attend this workshop
  

  INTERMEDIATE LEVEL

  Prerequisites: Learn the Torch class or verified experience

  Learn the art of making jewelry from a wax model. Students will learn about the casting process and assist the Cast Master with their casting. As a result of the class, students will understand the basic fundamentals of the lost wax casting process, metal finishing tools and becoming a technicist to complete their takeaway silver pendant, earrings, or ring. 

  Material Fee: $40 (payable online (preferred) or to instructor)

  Location: East Lapidary Studio on Wednesday, East Shop on Thursday

  Maximum Number of Students: 4

  This workshop will repeat occasionally each season and requires registration. To register for other dates before an announcement goes out to all members, click on another workshop of interest and register.

  If your plans change and you can't attend, please cancel your registration by clicking on the event on the calendar and then clicking on "Already Registered" to cancel. Other members may be on the waitlist. Thanks!
  

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