Glass Experiences & Open House Events
SCC's Glass Education Center host a variety of glass workshops and events throughout the year. With offerings of a one-day experience to classes consisting of multiple days of intensive study, Salem Community College has workshops for both the novice glassmaker and for those with years of experience.
Stay up to date on all of our classes, special events, and other happenings at the Glass Education Center by following us on facebook, www.facebook.com/sccgec, and on Instagram, @scc.glass.center.
Beads of Courage
Beadmaking & Fundraising Event
Sunday, February 8th, 11 am - 4 pm
Free Admission!
SCC Glass "Beads of Courage" Bead Sale, Beadmaking, and
Fundraising Event!
Sunday, February 8th, 11 am to 4 pm
Join us on Sunday, February 8th for our "Beads of Courage" event! Stop in for our glass bead sale, tour the glass center, watch live glass beadmaking demonstrations, participate in a Beads of Courage activity, and learn more about this incredible organization!
"Beads of Courage" is a not-for-profit organization that supports children as they courageously cope with their treatments for cancer and other childhood illnesses. Children are given a bead for each treatment they receive and accumulate them on large strands that make visible their personal journey living with their illness. Learn more at www.beadsofcourage.org.
On Sunday, February 8th, the students, faculty, and staff of the SCC Glass Center will be keeping the center's 42 torches lit throughout the entire day to produce as many beads as possible for these amazing kids!
How you can participate and support "Beads of Courage" with us!
- We encourage all to join us from 11 am to 4 pm to watch and cheer on our glass beadmakers, to learn more about and support this incredible organization, and to tour the glass center!
- The SCC Glass Club will be selling their beautiful glasswork on the day of the event with 50% of all sales going to Beads of Courage. We will have a wide variety of incredible glass beads on display!
- Take part in hands-on activities with Beads of Courage including sponsoring a bead, decorating art cards for kids, and creating your very own Courage Clip!
- Make a donation to Beads of Courage! Donate the day of the event or donate now via the link above.
Additional Details for Area Glass Bead Makers:
We are inviting experienced beadmakers to join us in making beads for Beads of Courage! Please email Holly Fels, hfels@salemcc.edu, at the Glass Education Center for details for participation.
Learn More About childhood Cancer and "Beads of Courage":
Did you know, that according to St. Jude's Children's Children's Hospital, "cancer is the leading cause of death by disease past infancy for U.S. children". Click on the links below to learn more about childhood cancer.
Meet Lulu, shown left at 3 months - Visit https://health.salemcountynj.gov/childhood-cancer-awareness/ to learn about little local superhero Luciana and her family's journey.
Learn all about "Beads of Courage" - Visit https://beadsofcourage.org/ to learn about all that this incredible organization does to support kids and families coping with childhood cancer.
Learn about childhood cancer treatment programs - Visit https://www.stjude.org/treatment/disease.html?sc_icid=ct-mm-treatment.
Support childhood cancer research - Did you know that only 4% of funds raised in the U.S. for cancer research is dedicated to childhood cancer research? Check out https://childrenscancer.org/education/ to learn more about and to support pediatric cancer research.
Stained Glass Saturdays
Three consecutive Saturday class meetings;
February 21, February 28, and March 7
Ages 18+; $250 per participant
Stained Glass Saturdays
Three consecutive Saturdays: February 21, February 28, and March 7; 9 am - 12 pm
Find inspiration in glistening glass! The focus in this course is to learn the basics of stained glass using the copper foil method. Participants will develop skills in pattern design, use of colors, cutting and grinding glass, foiling, soldering, and wrapping the finished pieces in came.
Beginners welcome! No prior experience is necessary!
We will also discuss tools, solutions, and safety considerations for the home studio.
Caution: Stained glass has been known to be a gateway to a glass art addiction!
This class meets three consecutive Saturdays - February 21, February 28, and March 7. Materials for participating in the course are included.
Glass is an amazing and unique material; it is an absolutely magical experience to work with it. Our studio is a fun, creative, and safe place to work. Working with glass does inherently come with some risk. We like to minimize any chance of injury by adhering to a strict health and safety policy. On that note, you will want to be sure to adhere to the dress code below.
Beyond coming dressed properly to work in the studio please bring with you your excitement and enthusiasm; everything else you need we will have here for you! All materials necessary for this workshop are included!
GEC Dress Code:
-No open-toed or open-heeled shoes permitted.
-Natural fiber clothing only, avoid synthetics.
-No skirts. No leggings/jeggings. Shorts are allowed if they are knee length or longer.
-Long hair must be tied back and loose clothing secured.
March Open House Event
Sunday, March 1; 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
FREE admission!
Studio tours, live glassmaking, glass sale, and hands-on glass workshop opportunities!
Salem Community College welcomes the public to the Sam & Jean Jones Glass Education Center on Sunday, March 1st, for an afternoon of glass!
Admission to the Glass Education Center and the sale is free! The Glass Sale will feature handmade glass including jewelry, vases, paperweights, glass flowers, ornaments, and other glass gift items from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. While visiting the center, guests may tour the glass studios, view our glass collections, and watch glassmaking in action!
Also on March 1st, the Glass Education Center will be running several hands-on glassmaking workshops. No glass experience is necessary, but please note minimum age requirements for each experience. Check out our hands-on offerings below. Click on the link below to secure your spot in one of these fun activities today!
The Glass Education Center is located at Salem Community College, 460 Hollywood Ave., Carneys Point, NJ at parking lot A.
Questions? Email kdeady@salemcc.edu or call 856-351-2841.
Learn more about Salem Community College's glass programs, facilities, events, and more visit www.salemcc.edu/glass.
Available Workshops:
Fused Night Lights*, 1.5 hour session from 12:30pm-2:00pm, or 2:30pm-4:00pm, $50.00 per person- Participants will create their own beautiful, one-of-a-kind fused glass night light by layering pieces of flat glass and enamels and heating them in a kiln. Ages 4 and up. Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Flameworked Frit Pendants (Hanging Focal Beads), 3 hour session from 1pm-4pm, $60.00 per person- Spend a full three hours in our flameworking studio using glass, heat, gravity and simple tools to create your very own glass pendants at the torch! Participants will learn to use glass frits (crushed glass) in creating these colorful pendants! Each participant will have enough time to create multiple pendants. Ages 10 and up. Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Hot Glass Paperweight*, 1.5 hour sessions between 12:00pm-1:30pm, or 2:30pm-4pm, $70.00- Participants will create a colorful hot glass paperweight from the furnace in our glassblowing studio! Ages 14 and up. Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
(*Due to the process, items will need to be picked up at a later date, or can be shipped for an additional fee.)
The Glass Education Center is located at Salem Community College, 460 Hollywood Ave., Carneys Point, NJ at parking lot A.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations made one-week prior to event are subject to a $15 cancellation fee per ticket. Cancellations made 48 hours prior to the workshop will be refunded half the registration fee per ticket. Cancellations made with less than 48 hours notice are non-refundable.
Saturday Flameworking
Three consecutive Saturday class meetings;
April 11, 18, and 25; 9 am - 12 pm
Ages 18+
Saturday Flameworking
Three consecutive Saturdays: April 11, 18, and 25; 9 am - 12 pm
Ages 18 +
Are you interested in expressing your creativity with glass? Join us for our 3-week Saturday Flameworking Workshop! This exciting, hands-on glass workshop is perfect for beginners and for those with no prior experience!
This course will fully focus on the art of flameworking, where you'll learn to manipulate glass with a torch! Over the course of three Saturday sessions, participants will learn to create different glass pieces and bring your own ideas to life using clear and colored borosilicate glass. Whether you're completely new to the process or already have some experience, this class will help you build your skills!
This workshop is open to adults 18 years and up. Don't miss out on this fun and educational opportunity to work with glass. Sign up today!
This class meets three consecutive Saturdays - April 11, 18, and 25, from 9 am - 12 pm. Materials for participating in the course are included.
Glass is an amazing and unique material; it is an absolutely magical experience to work with it. Our studio is a fun, creative, and safe place to work. Working with glass does inherently come with some risk. We like to minimize any chance of injury by adhering to a strict health and safety policy. On that note, you will want to be sure to adhere to the dress code below.
Beyond coming dressed properly to work in the studio please bring with you your excitement and enthusiasm; everything else you need we will have here for you! All materials necessary for this workshop are included!
GEC Dress Code:
-No open-toed or open-heeled shoes permitted.
-Natural fiber clothing only, avoid synthetics.
-No skirts. No leggings/jeggings. Shorts are allowed if they are knee length or longer.
-Long hair must be tied back and loose clothing secured.
April Open House Event
Sunday, April 12; 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
FREE admission!
Studio tours, live glassmaking, glass sale, and hands-on glass workshop opportunities!
Salem Community College welcomes the public to the Sam & Jean Jones Glass Education Center on Sunday, April 12, for an afternoon of glass!
Admission to the Glass Education Center and the sale is free! The Glass Sale will feature handmade glass including glass flowers, jewelry, vases, paperweights, and other glass gift items from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. While visiting the center, guests may tour the glass studios, view our glass collections, and watch glassmaking in action!
Also on April 12, the Glass Education Center will be running several hands-on glassmaking workshops. No glass experience is necessary, but please note minimum age requirements for each experience. Check out our hands-on offerings below. Click on the link below to secure your spot in one of these fun activities today!
The Glass Education Center is located at Salem Community College, 460 Hollywood Ave., Carneys Point, NJ at parking lot A.
Questions? Email kdeady@salemcc.edu or call 856-351-2841.
Learn more about Salem Community College's glass programs, facilities, events, and more visit www.salemcc.edu/glass.
Available Workshops:
Fused Glass Garden Art*, 1.5 hour session from 12:30pm - 2:00pm, or 2:30pm - 4:00pm, $60.00 per person - Create your very own beautiful garden decoration! Participants will create their one-of-a-kind garden artwork by layering pieces of flat glass and enamels and heating them in a kiln. Ages 4 and up. Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Flameworked Color Twist Pendants (hanging focal beads), 3 hour session from 1pm - 4pm, $65.00 per person - Spend a full three hours in our flameworking studio using glass, heat, gravity and simple tools to create your very own colorful glass pendants at the torch! Each participant will have enough time to create multiple beads! Ages 10 and up. Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Hot Glass Flower*, 1.5-hour sessions between 12:00pm - 1:30pm, or 2:30pm - 4pm, $50.00- Participants will create a glass flower from the furnace in our glassblowing studio! Ages 14 and up. Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
The Glass Education Center is located at Salem Community College, 460 Hollywood Ave., Carneys Point, NJ at parking lot A.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations made one-week prior to event are subject to a $15 cancellation fee per ticket. Cancellations made 48 hours prior to the workshop will be refunded half the registration fee per ticket. Cancellations made with less than 48 hours notice are non-refundable.
Stained Glass Saturdays
Three consecutive Saturday class meetings;
April 18, April 25, & May 2
Ages 18+; $250 per participant
Stained Glass Saturdays
Three consecutive Saturdays: April 18, April 25, & May 2
Find inspiration in glistening glass! The focus in this course is to learn the basics of stained glass using the copper foil method. Participants will develop skills in pattern design, use of colors, cutting and grinding glass, foiling, soldering, and wrapping the finished pieces in came.
Beginners welcome! No prior experience is necessary!
We will also discuss tools, solutions, and safety considerations for the home studio.
Caution: Stained glass has been known to be a gateway to a glass art addiction!
This class meets three consecutive Saturdays - April 18, April 25, & May 2. Materials for participating in the course are included.
Glass is an amazing and unique material; it is an absolutely magical experience to work with it. Our studio is a fun, creative, and safe place to work. Working with glass does inherently come with some risk. We like to minimize any chance of injury by adhering to a strict health and safety policy. On that note, you will want to be sure to adhere to the dress code below.
Beyond coming dressed properly to work in the studio please bring with you your excitement and enthusiasm; everything else you need we will have here for you! All materials necessary for this workshop are included!
GEC Dress Code:
-No open-toed or open-heeled shoes permitted.
-Natural fiber clothing only, avoid synthetics.
-No skirts. No leggings/jeggings. Shorts are allowed if they are knee length or longer.
-Long hair must be tied back and loose clothing secured.
Salem County Art Tour - SCC Glass Open House Event
Saturday, May 16 & Sunday, May 17
FREE admission!
Studio tours, live glassmaking, glass sale, and hands-on glass workshop opportunities!
Don't miss the fun! This is our final open house event until September!
Join us at the Glass Education Center for our Salem County Art Tour Open House on Saturday, May 16th, 10 am - 5 pm, and on Sunday, May 17th, 11 am to 4 pm!
Admission to the Glass Education Center and the sale is free! The SCC Glass Club's sale will feature handmade glass items including flowers, jewelry, vases, paperweights, and other beautiful glass gift items on both Saturday and Sunday. While visiting the center, guests may tour the glass studios, view our glass collections, and watch glassmaking in action!
Also, on Sunday, May 17th, the glass center will be running several hands on workshops. No glass experience is necessary, but please note minimum age requirements for each experience. Check out our May hands-on offerings below. Click on the link below to secure your spot in one of these fun activities today!
The Glass Education Center is located at Salem Community College, 460 Hollywood Ave., Carneys Point, NJ at parking lot A. For more information, email kdeady@salemcc.edu or call 856-351-2234.
Learn more about Salem Community College's glass programs, facilities, events, and more visit www.salemcc.edu/glass.
Available Workshops:
Fused Glass Windchime*, 1.5 hour session from 12:30pm-2:00pm, or 2:30pm-4:00pm, $75.00 per person - Create your very own fused glass windchime project! Participants will create one-of-a-kind components for their windchime by layering pieces of flat glass and enamels and heating them in a kiln. Ages 4 and up. Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Flameworked Glass Pendants (hanging focal beads), 3 hour session from 1pm-4pm, $65.00 per person - Spend a full three hours in our flameworking studio using glass, heat, gravity and simple tools to create your very own glass pendants at the torch! Each participant will have enough time to create multiple beads! Ages 10 and up. Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Hot Glass Flower*, 1.5 hour sessions between 12:00pm-1:30pm, or 2:30pm-4pm, $50.00 - Participants will create a glass flower from the furnace in our glassblowing studio! Ages 14 and up. Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
The Glass Education Center is located at Salem Community College, 460 Hollywood Ave., Carneys Point, NJ at parking lot A.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations made one-week prior to event are subject to a $15 cancellation fee per ticket. Cancellations made 48 hours prior to the workshop will be refunded half the registration fee per ticket. Cancellations made with less than 48 hours notice are non-refundable.
Teen Summer Glass Experience
4-day glass workshop for teens!
July 20 - 23, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Ages 13 - 18
Teen Summer Glass Experience
July 20 - 23; 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Ages 13 - 18; $250 per student
Hey teens! Are you interested in working with glass creatively?
Join us this summer to learn two glassworking processes over the course of this 4-day hands-on workshop! This exciting session will include instruction in both flameworking - the process of manipulating glass in a torch, and glass fusing - where student will cut, arrange, and fire glass in a kiln!
No prior experience with glass is required for this fun and educational glass experience! Ages 13 - 18 are welcome to participate in this workshop.
Glass is an amazing and unique material; it is an absolutely magical experience to work with it. Our studio is a fun, creative, and safe place to work. Working with glass does inherently come with some risk. We like to minimize any chance of injury by adhering to a strict health and safety policy. On that note, you will want to be sure to adhere to the dress code below.
Beyond coming dressed properly to work in the studio please bring with you your excitement and enthusiasm; everything else you need we will have here for you! All materials necessary for this workshop are included!
GEC Dress Code:
-No open-toed or open-heeled shoes permitted.
-Natural fiber clothing only, avoid synthetics.
-No skirts. No leggings/jeggings. Shorts are allowed if they are knee length or longer.
-Long hair must be tied back and loose clothing secured.
5-Day Intensive Glass Workshops
Multiday workshops in glassblowing, flameworking, stained glass and more!
Open to all adults 18+! Many options for beginners and those without prior experience.
The following 5-day workshops are perfect for beginner level glassmakers and those completely new to glass!
- "Building a Strong Foundation" - glassblowing workshop, May 18 - 22, with Instructor Patty Clune
- "Baubles, Gems, and Jewels" - cold working, assemblage, mixed media, jewelry workshop, May 18 - 22, with Instructor Wes Heart
- "The Poetry of Nature: Flowers & Figures" - flameworking workshop, May 26 - 30, with Instructors Paul Stankard and Lucio Bubacco
- "Labold Molds - Lost Wax Molds in the Hot Shop" - mold making and hot glassblowing workshop, May 26 - 30, with James Labold
- "Game Time!", glass fusing and coldworking workshop, June 8 - 12, with Instructor Sam Sonnenfeld
- "Frittering Away: Positive Planning with Particles", glass casting workshop, June 15 - 19, with Instructor Anna Boothe
- "Floral Murrine Cane in Soft Glass", flameworking and bead making workshop, June 15 - 19, with Instructor Carol Ann Savage
- "Narrative Stained Glass", stained glass workshop, June 22 - 26, with Instructor Joseph Cavalieri
All workshops include materials for participation and additional studio time for practice. Learn more at https://salemcc.edu/glass/intensive-glass-workshops.
