Frost to Flame: First Annual Burnsville Winter Glassblowing Gathering

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The temperature outside may still say winter, but inside Hearth Gallery and Glass, it’s toasty enough to melt glass. We invite you to take off your coat, hat, and gloves and prepare to be mesmerized as some of the country’s top glassblowers transform this molten raw material into stunning works of art. Staff and artists will be happy to answer questions and help you fully experience the magical process.  

WHO YOU CAN EXPECT: On hand to ignite your interest will be Rob Levin, Kenny Pieper, Pablo Soto and one or two artists still to be announced.  

Friday, February 27 

 The weekend event kicks of Friday afternoon from 5 – 7 p.m. with a glassblowing demonstration and cocktail party.  Should you choose to get here early, you can sign up for a hands-on glassblowing class from 3 – 5 p.m. (limited to 10 people)  

Saturday, February 28  

Enjoy a leisurely morning before you head to Hearth for the 10 a.m. – noon demonstration. A second demonstration will be held from 4 – 6 p.m.  Participants who want to do a little meandering are welcome to visit Kenny Pieper’s studio from noon – 4 p.m.  Interested participants are invited to signed up for a hands-on glassblowing class from noon – 2 p.m. or 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. (each class is limited to 10 people)  

Sunday, March 1  

Enjoy coffee and pastries with area glassblowers at 9:30 before a final glassblowing demonstration from 10 a.m. – noon. Cost per person: $90 covers cocktail party/appetizers (2 drink tickets), Sunday morning coffee/pastries, and a commemorative glass.  

Glassblowing classes: $70 per person.  Registration details coming soon. 

For more information, feel free to contact TDA Director Sue Wasserman at sue.wasserman@yanceycountync.gov.