The Lethbridge Society of Glass Artisans

LSGA Executive Meeting
2025-03-12 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Edmonton)
If you have any issues you would like discussed at this meeting, or would like to attend, please contact President Carol Strankman to make arrangements.

Enjoying Stained Glass Class 2 of 8
2025-03-11 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-03-11 10:45 - 12:45
Class in Progress

Open Studio for LSGA Glass Artisans with Carol Strankman
2025-03-10 18:30 - 20:30
Members of LSGA are invited to attend Open Studio. Bring your project and work alongside your fellow glass fanatics. Sharing ideas and seeing what others are working on is part of the fun.

This is your opportunity to ask for assistance with anything related to the studio. I am happy to help you with equipment setup, operation and cleanup. I will answer project-related questions if I can, or refer you to the right person with that skill set.

Remember to check the calendar each week to see when Open Studio will be held. Both day and evening times will be offered, and dates may change.

Newcomers - Exploring Fused Glass (Private Event)
2025-03-08 10:00 - 13:00
This private event will provide an introduction to LSGA to individuals who are relatively new to Lethbridge. Participants will complete a basic fused glass piece. The group will take care of organization and registration.

Enjoying Stained Glass -Thursday PM class (8 sessions)
2025-03-06 19:00 - 21:00
This Stained Glass Class is designed to teach people of all levels of expertise how to choose or create a design, cut glass, wrap your piece in lead came or copper foil and solder it together to produce a finished stained glass item that can be hung or stood up for decoration. Beginners will soon learn the skills required by experienced glass artisans.

All the tools such as grinders, soldering irons, grozing pliers, glass cutters and other equipment will be provided at the studio. Beginners will be required to come an hour earlier on the first night and will complete a small project designed to teach many useful techniques before moving on to their chosen larger item.Experienced artisans will work on their individually-chosen projects of varying degrees of difficulty.

DATE/TIME

Tuesdays (March 6, 13, 20, 27 and April 3, 10, 17, 24th, 2025)7-9pm

LOCATION

Lethbridge Society of Glass Artisans Studio at McNally Community Center just past Evergreen Golf Course (see map on the Location page of this website).

INSTRUCTOR & REGISTRATION INFORMATION

8-week workshop registration fee – $250.00 + supplies (details below)Some supplies will be necessary to purchase (glass, foil, and solder available from the studio) and include the following:Glass ($20.00 square foot)1 roll of 60/40 Solder (approximately $25.00 per spool)1 roll of copper foil (approximately $15 per roll) or U channel lead camePencil, pen, paper, a permanent sharpie markerA smooth plywood work board with a L shaped border

REGISTRATION & INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION

Registration for LSGA Members is now open! Non-Members can register beginning February 15th. Call or text Liz at 587-220-5834 for more information about this course and to register. Upon confirmation of registration, payment can be made by e-transfer to gogogirl.liz@gmail.com

Your instructor Liz Allen has over 40 years of experience working with stained glass in both the lead and copper foil techniques. She is a longstanding member of LSGA.

OTHER DETAILS

For safety reasons, closed toe shoes are required in the studio.Please be aware that this is a working studio and there is a possibility that LSGA members may at times access the space during a class.Lethbridge Society of Stained Glass Memberships are only $60.00 and come with many benefits.

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Enjoying Stained Glass -Tuesday PM class (8 sessions)
2025-03-04 19:00 - 21:00
This Stained Glass Class is designed to teach people of all levels of expertise how to choose or create a design, cut glass, wrap your piece in lead came or copper foil and solder it together to produce a finished stained glass item that can be hung or stood up for decoration. Beginners will soon learn the skills required by experienced glass artisans.

All the tools such as grinders, soldering irons, grozing pliers, glass cutters and other equipment will be provided at the studio. Beginners will be required to come an hour earlier on the first night and will complete a small project designed to teach many useful techniques before moving on to their chosen larger item.Experienced artisans will work on their individually-chosen projects of varying degrees of difficulty.

DATE/TIME

Tuesdays (March 4, 11, 18, 25 and April 1, 8, 15, 22, 2025)7:00pm-9:00pm

LOCATION

Lethbridge Society of Glass Artisans Studio at McNally Community Center just past Evergreen Golf Course (see map on the Location page of this website).

INSTRUCTOR & REGISTRATION INFORMATION

8-week workshop registration fee – $250.00 + supplies (details below)Some supplies will be necessary to purchase (glass, foil, and solder available from the studio) and include the following:Glass ($20.00 square foot)1 roll of 60/40 Solder (approximately $25.00 per spool)1 roll of copper foil (approximately $15 per roll) or U channel lead camePencil, pen, paper, a permanent sharpie markerA smooth plywood work board with a L shaped border

REGISTRATION & INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION

Registration for LSGA Members is now open! Non-Members can register beginning February 15th. To register, call or text Liz at 587-220-5834 for more information about this course and to register. Upon confirmation of registration, payment can be made by e-transfer to gogogirl.liz@gmail.com

Your instructor Liz Allen has over 40 years of experience working with stained glass in both the lead and copper foil techniques. She is a longstanding member of LSGA.

OTHER DETAILS

For safety reasons, closed toe shoes are required in the studio.Please be aware that this is a working studio and there is a possibility that LSGA members may at times access the space during a class.Lethbridge Society of Stained Glass Memberships are only $60.00 and come with many benefits.

Check us out on Facebook and Instagram: Lethbridge Society of Glass Artisans

Open Studio for LSGA Glass Artisans with Merrill Wight
2025-03-03 13:00 - 15:00

Enjoying Stained Glass - Evening (Class 8 of 8)
2025-02-27 19:00 - 21:00
This Stained Glass Class is designed to teach people of all levels of expertise how to choose or create a design; cut glass; wrap it in lead came or copper foil and solder it together to produce a finished stained glass item that can be hung or stood for decoration.

Date/Time

Thursdays (January 9, 16, 23, 30 and February 6, 13, 20, 27, 2025)7:00pm-9:00pm

Location

Lethbridge Society of Glass Artisans Studio at McNally Community Center just past Evergreen Golf Course (see map on the Location page of this website).

All the tools such as grinders, soldering irons, grossing pliers, glass cutters and other equipment will be provided at the studio. Beginners will be required to come an hour earlier on the first night and will complete a small project designed to teach many useful techniques before moving on to their chosen larger item.Experienced artisans will work on their Individually chosen projects of varying degrees of difficulty.

Some supplies will be necessary to purchase (glass, foil, and solder available from the studio) and include the following:Glass ($20.00 square foot)1 roll of 60/40 Solder (approximately $25.00 per spool)1 roll of copper foil (approximately $15 per roll) or U channel lead CamePencil, pen, paper, a permanent sharpie markerA smooth plywood work board with a L shaped border

INSTRUCTOR FEES

$250.00 for the 8-week course

Call or text Liz at 587-220-5834 for more information about this course and to register. Upon confirmation of registration, payment can be made by e-transfer to gogogirl.liz@gmail.com

Your instructor will be Liz Allen, she has over 40 years of experience working with stained glass in both the lead and copper foil techniques. She is a longstanding member of LSGA.Lethbridge Society of Stained Glass Memberships are only $60.00 and come with many benefits.

Check us out on Facebook and Instagram: Lethbridge Society of Glass Artisans

Open Studio for LSGA Glass Artisans with Carol Ursel
2025-02-26 13:00 - 15:00

Enjoying Stained Glass - Evening (Class 8 of 8)
2025-02-25 19:00 - 21:00
This Stained Glass Class is designed to teach people of all levels of expertise how to choose or create a design; cut glass; wrap it in lead came or copper foil and solder it together to produce a finished stained glass item that can be hung or stood for decoration.

Date/Time

Tuesdays (January 7, 14, 21, 28 and February 4, 11, 18, 25, 2025)7:00pm-9:00pm

Location

Lethbridge Society of Glass Artisans Studio at McNally Community Center just past Evergreen Golf Course (see map on the Location page of this website).

All the tools such as grinders, soldering irons, grossing pliers, glass cutters and other equipment will be provided at the studio. Beginners will be required to come an hour earlier on the first night and will complete a small project designed to teach many useful techniques before moving on to their chosen larger item.Experienced artisans will work on their Individually chosen projects of varying degrees of difficulty.

Some supplies will be necessary to purchase (glass, foil, and solder available from the studio) and include the following:Glass ($20.00 square foot)1 roll of 60/40 Solder (approximately $25.00 per spool)1 roll of copper foil (approximately $15 per roll) or U channel lead CamePencil, pen, paper, a permanent sharpie markerA smooth plywood work board with a L shaped border

INSTRUCTOR FEES

$250.00 for the 8-week course

Call or text Liz at 587-220-5834 for more information about this course and to register. Upon confirmation of registration, payment can be made by e-transfer to gogogirl.liz@gmail.com

Your instructor will be Liz Allen, she has over 40 years of experience working with stained glass in both the lead and copper foil techniques. She is a longstanding member of LSGA.Lethbridge Society of Stained Glass Memberships are only $60.00 and come with many benefits.ge Society of Stained Glass Memberships are only $60.00 and come with many benefits.

Check us out on Facebook and Instagram: Lethbridge Society of Glass Artisans

Enjoying Stained Glass - Morning (Class 8 of 8)
2025-02-25 10:45 - 12:45
This Stained Glass Class is designed to teach people of all levels of expertise how to choose or create a design; cut glass; wrap it in lead came or copper foil and solder it together to produce a finished stained glass item that can be hung or stood for decoration.

Date/Time

Tuesdays (January 7, 14, 21, 28 and February 4, 11, 18, 25, 2025)10:45am-12:45pm

Location

Lethbridge Society of Glass Artisans Studio at McNally Community Center just past Evergreen Golf Course (see map on the Location page of this website).

All the tools such as grinders, soldering irons, grossing pliers, glass cutters and other equipment will be provided at the studio. Beginners will be required to come an hour earlier on the first night and will complete a small project designed to teach many useful techniques before moving on to their chosen larger item.Experienced artisans will work on their Individually chosen projects of varying degrees of difficulty.

Some supplies will be necessary to purchase (glass, foil, and solder available from the studio) and include the following:Glass ($20.00 square foot)1 roll of 60/40 Solder (approximately $25.00 per spool)1 roll of copper foil (approximately $15 per roll) or U channel lead CamePencil, pen, paper, a permanent sharpie markerA smooth plywood work board with a L shaped border

INSTRUCTOR FEES

$250.00 for the 8-week course

Call or text Liz at 587-220-5834 for more information about this course and to register. Upon confirmation of registration, payment can be made by e-transfer to gogogirl.liz@gmail.com

Your instructor will be Liz Allen, she has over 40 years of experience working with stained glass in both the lead and copper foil techniques. She is a longstanding member of LSGA.Lethbridge Society of Stained Glass Memberships are only $60.00 and come with many benefits.ge Society of Stained Glass Memberships are only $60.00 and come with many benefits.

Check us out on Facebook and Instagram: Lethbridge Society of Glass Artisans

Mosaic a Rock- Member Appreciation Event
2025-02-23 10:00 - 13:00
Members of LSGA are invited to create a Rock Mosaic. Come and enjoy time with your fellow glass enthusiasts. Other than a rock, all supplies are provided, free of charge.

LSGA Monthly Meeting
2025-02-22 10:00 - 12:00
Come join us each month to talk about all things glass! Our monthly meetings are held at our McNally studio and are also typically followed by a potluck for any members who wish to participate. Please bring your own plate and cutlery if joining in the potluck.

Each meeting includes both a show-and-share portion for anybody who has projects to show or ask about, and an Education portion for free learning opportunities. Many informal “ask an expert” sessions take place at and after our meetings, and suggestions and/or volunteers for the Education portion are always welcome.

Enjoying Stained Glass - Evening (Class 7 of 8)
2025-02-20 19:00 - 21:00

Open Studio for LSGA Glass Artisans with Catherine Colodey
2025-02-19 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-02-12 13:00 - 15:00
LSGA members are invited to attend Open Studio. Bring your project and work alongside your fellow glass fanatics. Sharing ideas and seeing what others are working on is part of the fun.

This is your opportunity to ask for assistance with anything related to the studio. I am happy to help you with equipment setup, operation and cleanup. I will answer project-related questions if I can, or refer you to the right person with that skill set.

Remember to check the calendar each week to see when Open Studio will be held. Both day and evening times will be offered, and dates may change.

Enjoying Stained Glass - Evening (Class 7 of 8)
2025-02-18 19:00 - 21:00

Enjoying Stained Glass - Morning (Class 7 of 8)
2025-02-18 10:45 - 12:45

Enjoying Stained Glass - Evening (Class 6 of 8)
2025-02-13 19:00 - 21:00

Enjoying Stained Glass - Evening (Class 6 of 8)
2025-02-11 19:00 - 21:00
This Stained Glass Class is designed to teach people of all levels of expertise how to choose or create a design; cut glass; wrap it in lead came or copper foil and solder it together to produce a finished stained glass item that can be hung or stood for decoration.

Date/Time

Tuesdays (January 7, 14, 21, 28 and February 4, 11, 18, 25, 2025)7:00pm-9:00pm

Location

Lethbridge Society of Glass Artisans Studio at McNally Community Center just past Evergreen Golf Course (see map on the Location page of this website).

All the tools such as grinders, soldering irons, grossing pliers, glass cutters and other equipment will be provided at the studio. Beginners will be required to come an hour earlier on the first night and will complete a small project designed to teach many useful techniques before moving on to their chosen larger item.Experienced artisans will work on their Individually chosen projects of varying degrees of difficulty.

Some supplies will be necessary to purchase (glass, foil, and solder available from the studio) and include the following:Glass ($20.00 square foot)1 roll of 60/40 Solder (approximately $25.00 per spool)1 roll of copper foil (approximately $15 per roll) or U channel lead CamePencil, pen, paper, a permanent sharpie markerA smooth plywood work board with a L shaped border

INSTRUCTOR FEES

$250.00 for the 8-week course

Call or text Liz at 587-220-5834 for more information about this course and to register. Upon confirmation of registration, payment can be made by e-transfer to gogogirl.liz@gmail.com

Your instructor will be Liz Allen, she has over 40 years of experience working with stained glass in both the lead and copper foil techniques. She is a longstanding member of LSGA.Lethbridge Society of Stained Glass Memberships are only $60.00 and come with many benefits.

Check us out on Facebook and Instagram: Lethbridge Society of Glass Artisans

LSGA Executive Meeting
2025-02-11 17:30 - 19:30
Meeting open to Members of the Executive. Location: TBA soon

Enjoying Stained Glass - Morning (Class 6 of 8)
2025-02-11 10:45 - 12:45
This Stained Glass Class is designed to teach people of all levels of expertise how to choose or create a design; cut glass; wrap it in lead came or copper foil and solder it together to produce a finished stained glass item that can be hung or stood for decoration.

Date/Time

Tuesdays (January 7, 14, 21, 28 and February 4, 11, 18, 25, 2025)10:45am-12:45pm

Location

Lethbridge Society of Glass Artisans Studio at McNally Community Center just past Evergreen Golf Course (see map on the Location page of this website).

All the tools such as grinders, soldering irons, grossing pliers, glass cutters and other equipment will be provided at the studio. Beginners will be required to come an hour earlier on the first night and will complete a small project designed to teach many useful techniques before moving on to their chosen larger item.Experienced artisans will work on their Individually chosen projects of varying degrees of difficulty.

Some supplies will be necessary to purchase (glass, foil, and solder available from the studio) and include the following:Glass ($20.00 square foot)1 roll of 60/40 Solder (approximately $25.00 per spool)1 roll of copper foil (approximately $15 per roll) or U channel lead CamePencil, pen, paper, a permanent sharpie markerA smooth plywood work board with a L shaped border

INSTRUCTOR FEES

$250.00 for the 8-week course

Call or text Liz at 587-220-5834 for more information about this course and to register. Upon confirmation of registration, payment can be made by e-transfer to gogogirl.liz@gmail.com

Your instructor will be Liz Allen, she has over 40 years of experience working with stained glass in both the lead and copper foil techniques. She is a longstanding member of LSGA.Lethbridge Society of Stained Glass Memberships are only $60.00 and come with many benefits.

Check us out on Facebook and Instagram: Lethbridge Society of Glass Artisans

Enjoying Stained Glass - Evening (Class 5 of 8)
2025-02-06 19:00 - 21:00

Open Studio for LSGA Glass Artisans with Carol Ursel
2025-02-05 18:30 - 20:30

Enjoying Stained Glass - Evening (Class 5 of 8)
2025-02-04 19:00 - 21:00

Enjoying Stained Glass - Morning (Class 5 of 8)
2025-02-04 10:45 - 12:45

Valentine Heart with a Twist
2025-02-01 10:00 - 13:30
This workshop is to help people feel more comfortable with the complete stained-glass process while creating a fun Valentine heart.

3 1/2 Hour Class: Sunday February 1nd , 10AM – 1:30PM

Prerequisite – must have taken at least a beginner-stained glass class.

Students will be supplied with all material needed to complete this heart, they will complete it as a garden stake or a hanger and then black patina and polish. There will be 2 skilled instructors to help guide students through the complete process and plenty of time to ask questions. Emphasis will be placed on completing the project – the finishing process is a major part of this workshop. There will be some instructions on cutting glass, grinding, soldering, patina and finishing, but mostly students will be working on their own project, listening to tips and helpful hints.

This class will be held at LSGA’s Studio at the McNally Community Center, just past Evergreen Golf Course (see map on the Location page of this website).

The fee for this class is $40 and is due at registration. Refund is possible up to 5 days before the workshop, weather is the exception – fee will be refunded if students cannot attend an alternative date. If interested, please email Pat at plmcneill53@gmail.com

Lethbridge Society of Stained Glass Memberships are only $60.00 and come with many benefits.

Check us out on Facebook and Instagram: Lethbridge Society of Glass Artisans

Enjoying Stained Glass - Evening (Class 4 of 8)
2025-01-30 19:00 - 21:00

Open Studio for LSGA Glass Artisans with Pat McNeil
2025-01-29 13:00 - 15:00
