Metal & Glasswork   

It’s time to learn about the age-old method of lead came. Discover lead stretching, cutting and forming, soldering of lead joints and framing with lead. You will be able to select art glass of your choice for your project, but everyone in class will be using the same design to build along with the instructor. The instructor will demonstrate the cementing and cleaning process. If time allows, you will complete this process in class. Otherwise, the instructor will send you home with your project and a batch of Stained-Glass cement to complete at home (because of the curing time needed for the cement, it may not be possible to complete that activity during class). All materials will be provided by the instructor. Students participating in this class will need to have completed a beginner stained glass class or have some experience.   

$23 materials fee payable to the instructor.

Welding is a versatile skill that allows you to create your own decorative and functional pieces like tables, shelves, garden art and more. In this 30-hour class, you will learn the processes of MIG, TIG and Stick welding, gain an understanding of general welding safety procedures and how to cut and grind metal for simple projects. All equipment and safety gear are provided. Students must wear long sleeves, non-flammable fabrics, long pants and boots. This class is great for beginners or novice welders interested in improving their skillset.   

Welding is a versatile skill that allows you to create your own decorative and functional pieces like tables, shelves, garden art and more. In this 30-hour class, you will learn the processes of MIG, TIG and Stick welding, gain an understanding of general welding safety procedures and how to cut and grind metal for simple projects. All equipment and safety gear are provided. Students must wear long sleeves, non-flammable fabrics, long pants and boots. This class is great for beginners or novice welders interested in improving their skillset.   

Build on the foundational skills learned in Level 1 as you gain more confidence and control with MIG, TIG and Stick welding techniques. In this 30-hour class, you'll continue to develop safe welding habits while working on slightly more advanced projects that introduce new challenges in cutting, grinding and assembling metal. Explore design basics and begin to incorporate your own ideas into functional or decorative pieces. All equipment and safety gear are provided. Students must wear long sleeves, non-flammable fabrics, long pants and boots. Students must complete Beginner Hobby Welding Level 1 before taking this class.  

Discover the timeless Appalachian art of blacksmithing in this hands-on, 6-week course for beginners. You'll learn forge safety, proper tool technique, and fundamental terms while mastering essential skills including tapering, bending, drawing out, twisting, and rivet setting. Each week builds on the last as you create functional projects: an S Hook, a twisted bottle opener, a Russian Rose, three J Hooks for a coat rack, and your own set of tongs through rivet setting. The course culminates in a final project of your choice, allowing you to apply all the skills you've learned. No prior experience necessary—leave with confidence at the forge and a collection of handcrafted pieces that honor this traditional mountain craft.

Discover the timeless Appalachian art of blacksmithing in this hands-on, 6-week course for beginners. You'll learn forge safety, proper tool technique, and fundamental terms while mastering essential skills including tapering, bending, drawing out, twisting, and rivet setting. Each week builds on the last as you create functional projects: an S Hook, a twisted bottle opener, a Russian Rose, three J Hooks for a coat rack, and your own set of tongs through rivet setting. The course culminates in a final project of your choice, allowing you to apply all the skills you've learned. No prior experience necessary—leave with confidence at the forge and a collection of handcrafted pieces that honor this traditional mountain craft.

Continue to refine your skills jewelry wire wrapping, as you create earrings using hammering and other specialized techniques.

$20 materials fee payable to the instructor.

Continue to refine your skills jewelry wire wrapping, as you create earrings using hammering and other specialized techniques.

$20 materials fee payable to the instructor.

Now that you’ve learned the basics, this 2-part intermediate class will cover several new topics to expand your knowledge base as you create a larger project than in the beginner’s class. Learn to design a pattern, prepare your templates from that pattern, use Stained Glass Patina to “color” your solder joints after the project is soldered, and different methods to frame your piece. There will be plenty of time for general questions. Tools and supplies are provided, with discounted starter kits and tools available for purchase. Contact the Office of Workforce and Community Development for more details. Prior completion of the beginner class or basic stained-glass experience required.

$18 materials fee payable to the instructor.

Now that you’ve learned the basics, this 2-part intermediate class will cover several new topics to expand your knowledge base as you create a larger project than in the beginner’s class. Learn to design a pattern, prepare your templates from that pattern, use Stained Glass Patina to “color” your solder joints after the project is soldered, and different methods to frame your piece. There will be plenty of time for general questions. Tools and supplies are provided, with discounted starter kits and tools available for purchase. Contact the Office of Workforce and Community Development for more details. Prior completion of the beginner class or basic stained-glass experience required.

$18 materials fee payable to the instructor.

Gain an introduction to wire wrapping in this new two-hour class with Zainab Ahmed! Discuss the types of tools and wire needed as you learn fundamental wire wrapping techniques used in making jewelry. Practice making simple and wrapped loops and connecting wrapped components together during the class as you work on creating a bracelet and set of earrings. All tools and supplies, including a selection of beads will be provided.   

$20 materials fee

Gain an introduction to wire wrapping in this new two-hour class with Zainab Ahmed! Discuss the types of tools and wire needed as you learn fundamental wire wrapping techniques used in making jewelry. Practice making simple and wrapped loops and connecting wrapped components together during the class as you work on creating a bracelet and set of earrings. All tools and supplies, including a selection of beads will be provided.   

$20 materials fee

During this fun and informative class, you will get your hands on glass and learn the process of creating stained glass from start to finish, using the copper foil technique. You don’t need any experience, just enthusiasm, and a willingness to try something new. We supply everything you will need to create your project, and there will be numerous design patterns to choose from, and a selection of colored glass will be provided. We will teach you how to “cut” glass, apply the copper foil, and solder your piece together. By the end of the class you will have your very own creation completed and ready to take home, and you may have even found a new hobby.

$8 materials fee payable to the instructor.

During this fun and informative class, you will get your hands on glass and learn the process of creating stained glass from start to finish, using the copper foil technique. You don’t need any experience, just enthusiasm, and a willingness to try something new. We supply everything you will need to create your project, and there will be numerous design patterns to choose from, and a selection of colored glass will be provided. We will teach you how to “cut” glass, apply the copper foil, and solder your piece together. By the end of the class you will have your very own creation completed and ready to take home, and you may have even found a new hobby.

$8 materials fee payable to the instructor.

During this fun and informative class, you will get your hands on glass and learn the process of creating stained glass from start to finish, using the copper foil technique. You don’t need any experience, just enthusiasm, and a willingness to try something new. We supply everything you will need to create your project, and there will be numerous design patterns to choose from, and a selection of colored glass will be provided. We will teach you how to “cut” glass, apply the copper foil, and solder your piece together. By the end of the class you will have your very own creation completed and ready to take home, and you may have even found a new hobby.

$8 materials fee payable to the instructor.

During this fun and informative class, you will get your hands on glass and learn the process of creating stained glass from start to finish, using the copper foil technique. You don’t need any experience, just enthusiasm, and a willingness to try something new. We supply everything you will need to create your project, and there will be numerous design patterns to choose from, and a selection of colored glass will be provided. We will teach you how to “cut” glass, apply the copper foil, and solder your piece together. By the end of the class you will have your very own creation completed and ready to take home, and you may have even found a new hobby.

$8 materials fee payable to the instructor.

During this fun and informative class, you will get your hands on glass and learn the process of creating stained glass from start to finish, using the copper foil technique. You don’t need any experience, just enthusiasm, and a willingness to try something new. We supply everything you will need to create your project, and there will be numerous design patterns to choose from, and a selection of colored glass will be provided. We will teach you how to “cut” glass, apply the copper foil, and solder your piece together. By the end of the class you will have your very own creation completed and ready to take home, and you may have even found a new hobby.

$8 materials fee payable to the instructor.

During this fun and informative class, you will get your hands on glass and learn the process of creating stained glass from start to finish, using the copper foil technique. You don’t need any experience, just enthusiasm, and a willingness to try something new. We supply everything you will need to create your project, and there will be numerous design patterns to choose from, and a selection of colored glass will be provided. We will teach you how to “cut” glass, apply the copper foil, and solder your piece together. By the end of the class you will have your very own creation completed and ready to take home, and you may have even found a new hobby.

$8 materials fee payable to the instructor.

During this fun and informative class, you will get your hands on glass and learn the process of creating stained glass from start to finish, using the copper foil technique. You don’t need any experience, just enthusiasm, and a willingness to try something new. We supply everything you will need to create your project, and there will be numerous design patterns to choose from, and a selection of colored glass will be provided. We will teach you how to “cut” glass, apply the copper foil, and solder your piece together. By the end of the class you will have your very own creation completed and ready to take home, and you may have even found a new hobby.

$8 materials fee payable to the instructor.

During this fun and informative class, you will get your hands on glass and learn the process of creating stained glass from start to finish, using the copper foil technique. You don’t need any experience, just enthusiasm, and a willingness to try something new. We supply everything you will need to create your project, and there will be numerous design patterns to choose from, and a selection of colored glass will be provided. We will teach you how to “cut” glass, apply the copper foil, and solder your piece together. By the end of the class you will have your very own creation completed and ready to take home, and you may have even found a new hobby.

$8 materials fee payable to the instructor.

During this fun and informative class, you will get your hands on glass and learn the process of creating stained glass from start to finish, using the copper foil technique. You don’t need any experience, just enthusiasm, and a willingness to try something new. We supply everything you will need to create your project, and there will be numerous design patterns to choose from, and a selection of colored glass will be provided. We will teach you how to “cut” glass, apply the copper foil, and solder your piece together. By the end of the class you will have your very own creation completed and ready to take home, and you may have even found a new hobby.

$8 materials fee payable to the instructor.

During this fun and informative class, you will get your hands on glass and learn the process of creating stained glass from start to finish, using the copper foil technique. You don’t need any experience, just enthusiasm, and a willingness to try something new. We supply everything you will need to create your project, and there will be numerous design patterns to choose from, and a selection of colored glass will be provided. We will teach you how to “cut” glass, apply the copper foil, and solder your piece together. By the end of the class you will have your very own creation completed and ready to take home, and you may have even found a new hobby.

$8 materials fee payable to the instructor.

Our six-hour Saturday welding workshop, held in our fully equipped industrial training lab, is perfect for absolute beginners ready to explore the basics of MIG welding. From the start, you’ll learn how to safely set up your machine, properly use essential PPE (provided if you don’t have your own) and operate a wire-feed welding gun with confidence. The bulk of the class is hands-on: you’ll practice fundamental welding techniques, learn to troubleshoot common issues, and create a themed steep project that you’ll proudly take home at the end of the day. We’ll also walk through the basics of selecting your own welding equipment so you leave not just with a finished project but also the knowledge and confidence to continue welding at home.

Our six-hour Saturday welding workshop, held in our fully equipped industrial training lab, is perfect for absolute beginners ready to explore the basics of MIG welding. From the start, you’ll learn how to safely set up your machine, properly use essential PPE (provided if you don’t have your own) and operate a wire-feed welding gun with confidence. The bulk of the class is hands-on: you’ll practice fundamental welding techniques, learn to troubleshoot common issues, and create a themed steep project that you’ll proudly take home at the end of the day. We’ll also walk through the basics of selecting your own welding equipment so you leave not just with a finished project but also the knowledge and confidence to continue welding at home.

Our six-hour Saturday welding workshop, held in our fully equipped industrial training lab, is perfect for absolute beginners ready to explore the basics of MIG welding. From the start, you’ll learn how to safely set up your machine, properly use essential PPE (provided if you don’t have your own) and operate a wire-feed welding gun with confidence. The bulk of the class is hands-on: you’ll practice fundamental welding techniques, learn to troubleshoot common issues, and create a themed steep project that you’ll proudly take home at the end of the day. We’ll also walk through the basics of selecting your own welding equipment so you leave not just with a finished project but also the knowledge and confidence to continue welding at home.

Our six-hour Saturday welding workshop, held in our fully equipped industrial training lab, is perfect for absolute beginners ready to explore the basics of MIG welding. From the start, you’ll learn how to safely set up your machine, properly use essential PPE (provided if you don’t have your own) and operate a wire-feed welding gun with confidence. The bulk of the class is hands-on: you’ll practice fundamental welding techniques, learn to troubleshoot common issues, and create a themed steep project that you’ll proudly take home at the end of the day. We’ll also walk through the basics of selecting your own welding equipment so you leave not just with a finished project but also the knowledge and confidence to continue welding at home.

Our six-hour Saturday welding workshop, held in our fully equipped industrial training lab, is perfect for absolute beginners ready to explore the basics of MIG welding. From the start, you’ll learn how to safely set up your machine, properly use essential PPE (provided if you don’t have your own) and operate a wire-feed welding gun with confidence. The bulk of the class is hands-on: you’ll practice fundamental welding techniques, learn to troubleshoot common issues, and create a themed steep project that you’ll proudly take home at the end of the day. We’ll also walk through the basics of selecting your own welding equipment so you leave not just with a finished project but also the knowledge and confidence to continue welding at home.