This 1-day workshop is intended for beginners interested in learning more about hot glass. You will receive instruction on glassblowing fundamentals such as, how to gather out of the furnace, how to use a variety of tools to shape, cool, heat, and blow the glass. This is a very intensive, basic introduction to glass that will allow you to determine whether you would like to further your experience in working with hot glass. This class is highly physically and intensive. Please call 502.992.3270 or email: Jacqueline@louisvilleglassworks.com to register or for more information.

After school art classes for kids 5-13, registration now open at the Artisan Center. Classes from 4-5:30 pm. Cost is $45 per month per student.

Enjoy the arts at the Adult Arts Education Program. Each Wed. Nov. 4,11,18, & Dec. 2. 4-5:30 pm. Materials furnished. $50. Office hrs. Tues-Fri 2-5:30pm. 606-433-0193.

BLOW YOUR OWN ORNAMENT! There's nothing like the classic experience of Blow Your Own Ornament during the holidays. A fun family tradition & a great holiday gift! CALL 502.992.3056 TO REGISTER! Blow Ho Ho! Blow your own Ornament $40 Sat, November 7,14,21,28 10-5 Thurs, November 27 12-5 Sun, November 29 12-5

Thanksgiving Platter Workshop saturdays in November, 1-4pm Large $250 Extra Large $325 Looking for the perfect presentation for your tasty, gourmet holiday masterpiece? Join us in the Walk-in Workshop and make more than a turkey this Thanksgiving! Using the fusing and slumping method, you'll design a layered glass platter to be fused (melted), then slumped (placed on a mold and heated to "slump" into the mold's shape). You may choose from two platter sizes: Large (18"x14") and Extra Large (18 1/2"x18 1/2"). Going back for seconds is no problem! Class maximum is 6. No previous glass experience is necessary. Platters will be completed in one afternoon but will require a 2 nights in the kiln. Your piece will be finished and ready for pick up no later than a week after the workshop.

Come and make a glass bead jewelry set at the library. Some beads will be provided, but you may wish to bring some of your own. Registration required. Call the library to register.

Have you ever made a shadow puppet or played in a percussion orchestra? Ever wondered what could happen when you put the two together? Inspired by the music and shadow theatre traditions of Indonesia, artist Gregory Acker and Brenda Wirth invite you to create your own shadow puppet character, compose and play new music, and collaborate on stories both ancient and new. Free for members, $5 for non-members.

Blizzard Workshop: fused snowflakes Saturdays in December 1-4pm You begin by cutting long strips of glass that you will layer into a geometric snow flake shape. The Walk-In Workshop staff will teach you how to score the glass using a carbide glass cutter and will give you design tips to help you create a work of art. Pieces must be picked up at a later date, or shipped. Appropriate for ages 12 & up. $15-$20.

Glass Jewelry Workshop Every Sunday in December $90 1p-4p Come to Glassworks Walk-in Workshop and learn to make your own jewelry using different techniques in glass. You will make three pieces of jewelry of your choice. Call 502.992.3270 to make an appointment.