We will be showcasing the art of glass as expressed in all forms of art. Glass objects and vessels as well as glass jewelry and glass mosaics. Barbara Yerace will be having a demonstration and show mid-month.

Come view the latest work from artists and students at Baron Glassworks on Sat. May 2nd and Sun. May 3rd, 12-5pm. Watch demonstrations in furnace glassblowing and enjoy light refreshments or blow glass with an instructor-call to schedule as space is limited (an addt’l fee). The door prize is a 3 hour private lesson in furnace glassblowing. More information is available on the website. Participating artists are Annette Baron, Jane Coates, Cal Fette, Jim Fry, Di Irvine, David Salins, Candace Stanton-Layne and Phillip Yamron.

Help us celebrate WSG’s artists. Sat. April 4th, 5- 7pm: “Fired Up!” After-school program exhibit with demonstrations and refreshments. Also Sat. April 4th, 7-10pm, Michigan area glass artists: Jody Fine, Jerry Harty, Greg Smith and Barb Yerace exhibit with demonstrations and refreshments.

The Rankin Art Gallery will feature the works of Herb Babcock, Annette Baron, Jay Bavers, Jeff Mack, Bill Poceta, Paul Runde and Albert Young.

A glass sporting event! The public is invited to watch talented artists from around the state demonstrate their skills in timed competitions on Fri. April 3rd, 5-10pm and Sat. April 4th, 12-6pm.

Live auction at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts. Reception begins at 6pm with bidding starting at 7pm. Funds support the ‘Fire Works!’ Education Program and Summer Glass Camp.

Glass art created by West Michigan Glass Society members and students at the Saniwax Gallery in the Park Trades Center. Support local glass artists and vote for the People’s Choice Award.

Seventh-Inning Stretch comprises seven years of Nancy Callan’s explorations of the fine art glass. Rich in craft and technique, these works build upon the past to create forms and patterns that are both modern and playful. Callan represents a generation of glass artists that has come from the hot shops and classrooms of the pioneers to the studio glass movement.

New work created by artists Lorenzo Cristaudo, Patricia Deere and Linda Jacobs accompanied by slide show presentations highlighting the various processes the artists used.

In an effort to help churches in these difficult economic times, we will be donating time and glass to churches in need of new stained glass and/ or restored stained glass windows. Information will be available on our website. In 2008, 50 square feet of restored glass was given to Sacred Heart Church in Hudson. Interested churches and/or volunteers should contact the studio.