The Lethbridge Society of Glass Artisans

LSGA Monthly Meeting
2025-10-25 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Edmonton)
Come join us each month to talk about all things glass! Our monthly meetings are held at our McNally studio on the 4th Saturday of most months.

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.

Fund Bee - LSGA members
2025-10-25 10:00 - 16:00
Come join your peers at LSGA and have some fun working together to create glass items as fund raisers to be sold at our upcoming sales at McNally and CASA. All supplies and patterns provided. If you wish to make something that is of your own design, that is great as well. This is a great learning opportunity for newcomers to glass.

Working With Glass Powder (Day 2)
2025-10-26 12:00 - 15:00
This class is intended for new and experienced glass workers who would liketo explore a variety of ways to use powder to create images and textureson glass.The objectives for the course are to:– Create a crackle bowl– Create freeze and fuse elements– Create glass wafers– Create images using glass powder

During the class you will have the opportunity to create one 5-inch cracklebowl, one 5 X 10 “painting”, as well as some freeze and fuse elements andglass wafers.

DATE & TIME

Friday, October 24th from 6-8:30pm ANDSunday, October 26th from 12-3pm AND Tuesday, October 28th from 6-8:30pm

SUPPLIES NEEDED

Materials kit from instructor (see details below)

N95 Mask (required when working with powders)

Pencil, paper, pen

Safety glasses (can be borrowed from LSGA)

OPTIONAL: Stencils, Rubber Stamps

REGISTRATION & INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION

The course fee is $85, as well as a $40 materials kit (Class total: $125).

To register, please contact Kathy at kschw@rocketmail.com or by phone at 403.942.7636.

Deadline for Registration: Friday, October 17th. Payment in full must be received by that date. Kathy began working with glass in in 2004. She has taken a variety ofworkshops in everything from stained glass, mosaics, stepping stones,glass fusing, painting on glass, glass blowing, and lampworking. Workingfrom her home studio, Kathy sells her work at various markets in Alberta.She teaches glass classes and is the past president of the LethbridgeSociety of Glass Artisans and the Saskatoon Glassworkers’ Guild.

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.Memberships in the Lethbridge Society of Glass Artisans are only $75.00 and come with many benefits, including early access to class registration.

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Working With Glass Powder (Day 3)
2025-10-28 18:00 - 20:30

Open Studio for LSGA Glass Artisans (Pat McNeill)
2025-10-29 13:00 - 15:00
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.

Open Studio for LSGA Glass Artisans (Carol Ursel)
2025-11-05 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-11-12 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-12-03 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-12-10 13:00 - 15:00

Open Studio for LSGA Glass Artisans (Rayel Green-Seipp)
2025-11-05 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-11-12 17:00 - 20:00

LSGA Glass Art Show and Sale - CASA
2025-11-14 12:00, 2025-11-15 12:00
Join us at CASA, downtown Lethbridge, for LSGA’s Fall Show and Sale. Watch this calendar for full details and times.

Christmas in a Kit hosted by Liz Allen (class Full)
2025-11-18 14:00 - 20:00
Private class – special event! The studio remains open to members. Quiet is required.

If you are interested in hosting a private party by having fun with glass art, contact LSGA by sending a message through this website.

Glass Art Show and Sale - McNally School
2025-11-21 12:00 - 2025-11-23 12:00
Join Lethbridge Society of Glass Artisans at their show and sale held at McNally School, upstairs. Poster to follow.

Open Studio for LSGA Glass Artisans (Carol Strankman)
2025-11-26 13:00 - 15:00

*LSGA Monthly Meeting
2025-11-29 10:00 - 12:00
Come join us each month to talk about all things glass! Our monthly meetings are held at our McNally studio on the 4th* Saturday of most months.

*Please note that this month’s meeting is on the 5th Saturday of November to allow for our sale the weekend of Nov. 21-23.

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.

Christmas in Lead Came
2025-12-05 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-06 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-07 10:00 - 16:00
Learn how to make quick and easy Christmas-themed stained glass ornaments using glass and lead came.

Learn the finishing touches which will bring your pieces to life. Learn how you can safely hang or stand your works of art. Learn how to handle and solder lead came. Choose from the countless pattern kits supplied. The class is offered to anyone over the age of 14 years. No experience is required. There is a maximum of 8 participants per class.

DATE & TIME

Three separate classes will be offered:

Friday, December 5th from 10am to 4pm ORSaturday, December 6th from 10am to 4pm ORSunday, December 7th from 10am to 4pm

REGISTRATION & INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION

The instructor fee is $80. Additional costs include your choice of a wide variety of kits with pre-cut glass and everything you need to make your chose pieces. Kits vary in price from $5 to $10 each. Participants have time to make 4 or 5 pieces.

Call or text Liz Allen at 587-220-5834 for more information and to register. Once confirmed with the instructor, the fee, of $80 transferred to gogogirl.liz@gmail.com will confirm your spot. Refunds will be made to reasonable requests.Liz Allen, an Instructor and Stained Glass creator and repairer has over 40 years experience in Stained and Leaded Glass Art. 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.Memberships in the Lethbridge Society of Glass Artisans are only $75.00 and come with many benefits, including early access to class registration.

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Meeting of LSGA Executive Members
2025-12-09 17:00
Open to Executive Members LSGA. Second Tuesday of each month. Please meet at LSGA Studio – 5 pm

Christmas in Lead Came - Dec 13
2025-12-13 10:00 - 16:00
Learn how to make quick and easy Christmas-themed stained glass ornaments using glass and lead came.

Learn the finishing touches which will bring your pieces to life. Learn how you can safely hang or stand your works of art. Learn how to handle and solder lead came. Choose from the countless pattern kits supplied. The class is offered to anyone over the age of 14 years. No experience is required. There is a maximum of 8 participants per class.

DATE & TIME

Saturday, December 13th from 10am to 4pm

REGISTRATION & INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION

The instructor fee is $80. Additional costs include your choice of a wide variety of kits with pre-cut glass and everything you need to make your chose pieces. Kits vary in price from $5 to $10 each. Participants have time to make 4 or 5 pieces.

Call or text Liz Allen at 587-220-5834 for more information and to register. Once confirmed with the instructor, the fee, of $80 transferred to gogogirl.liz@gmail.com will confirm your spot. Refunds will be made to reasonable requests.Liz Allen, an Instructor and Stained Glass creator and repairer has over 40 years experience in Stained and Leaded Glass Art. 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.Memberships in the Lethbridge Society of Glass Artisans are only $75.00 and come with many benefits, including early access to class registration.

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

Enjoying Stained Glass: Tues/Day (8wks)
2026-01-06 10:45 - 12:45
This Stained Glass Class is designed to teach people 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 hanging or standing stained glass item. No experience is required. Beginners will soon learn the techniques used by the experienced returning artisans.Arrangements can be made with Liz for some pre-class support with a $10 kit whichwill offer the skills required for the class.Liz Allen has been creating, repairing and teaching stained glass for over 40 years. She is a long-standing member of the Lethbridge Society of Glass Artisans.

DATE & TIME

**THREE DIFFERENT CLASS OPTIONS ARE BEING OFFERED**

OPTION ONE: Tuesday DAYS: January 6 – February 24th, 2026 from 10:45am-12:45pm

OR

OPTION TWO: Tuesday EVENINGS: January 6 – February 24th from 7-9pm

OR

OPTION THREE: Thursday EVENINGS: January 8 – February 26th from 7-9pm

REGISTRATION & INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION

EIGHT WEEK REGISTRATION FEE $250.00All the tools such as grinders, soldering irons, grozing pliers, glass cutters and otherequipment will be provided at the studio.Supplies required will be Glass (available at the studio for students to purchase for $20.00/square foot)Other supplies will be made available by the instructor and include:– 1 roll of 60/40 Solder (approximately $25.00 per spool)– 1 roll of copper foil (approximately $15 per roll) or U channel lead CameReliable sources for supplies will be discussed in class.Students will also be required to bring their own pencil, pen, graph paper, a permanent sharpie marker, Mac Tac paper, and a smooth plywood work board with an L-shaped solid border that fits your project.Call Liz or text her at 587-220-5834 or email at gogogirl.liz@gmail.com for registration and information about this course. Once you have discussed registration with Liz, confirmation can be secured through an e-transfer of $250.00 to Liz at gogogirl.liz@gmail.com Refunds will be made for extenuating circumstances.

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.Memberships in the Lethbridge Society of Glass Artisans are only $75.00 and come with many benefits, including early access to class registration.

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

Enjoying Stained Glass: Tues/Evening (8wks)
2026-01-06 19:00 - 21:00

Enjoying Stained Glass: Thurs (8wks)
2026-01-08 19:00 - 21:00
This Stained Glass Class is designed to teach people 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 hanging or standing stained glass item. No experience is required. Beginners will soon learn the techniques used by the experienced returning artisans.Arrangements can be made with Liz for some pre-class support with a $10 kit whichwill offer the skills required for the class.Liz Allen has been creating, repairing and teaching stained glass for over 40 years. She is a long-standing member of the Lethbridge Society of Glass Artisans.

DATE & TIME

**THREE DIFFERENT CLASS OPTIONS ARE BEING OFFERED**

OPTION ONE: Tuesday DAYS January 6 – February 24th, 2026 from 7-9pm

OR

OPTION TWO: Tuesday EVENINGS: January 6 – February 24th from 10:45am-12:45pm

OR

OPTION THREE: Thursday EVENINGS: January 8 – February 26th from 7-9pm

REGISTRATION & INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION

EIGHT WEEK REGISTRATION FEE $250.00All the tools such as grinders, soldering irons, grozing pliers, glass cutters and otherequipment will be provided at the studio.Supplies required will be Glass (available at the studio for students to purchase for $20.00/square foot)Other supplies will be made available by the instructor and include:– 1 roll of 60/40 Solder (approximately $25.00 per spool)– 1 roll of copper foil (approximately $15 per roll) or U channel lead CameReliable sources for supplies will be discussed in class.Students will also be required to bring their own pencil, pen, graph paper, a permanent sharpie marker, Mac Tac paper, and a smooth plywood work board with an L-shaped solid border that fits your project.Call Liz or text her at 587-220-5834 or email at gogogirl.liz@gmail.com for registration and information about this course. Once you have discussed registration with Liz, confirmation can be secured through an e-transfer of $250.00 to Liz at gogogirl.liz@gmail.com Refunds will be made for extenuating circumstances.

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.Memberships in the Lethbridge Society of Glass Artisans are only $75.00 and come with many benefits, including early access to class registration.

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

Beginners Fused Glass (Day 1)
2026-01-10 10:00 - 16:00
Come and enjoy a weekend of learning the art of kiln-formed fused glass. Step by step instruction. All tools and materials provided. You will learn the basic skills to create your own projects using many forms of glass, from sheets to glass powder. You will get an understanding of why we use specific schedules to fire glass. No previous fused glass experience required. Relax, create, and have fun. Arrangements can be made to practice your cutting skills prior to class if needed.

Carol Ursel has been enjoying glass for over 20 years and is a member of the Lethbridge Society of Glass Artisans.

DATE & TIME

Saturday, January 10th from 10am-4pm, as well as Sunday, January 11th from 10am-4pm.Additional cutting class if required Saturday January 10th @ 9am at an additional cost of $15.00.*Bonus class may be added if students require assistance with their next personal fused project

REGISTRATION & INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION

Registration Fee $240.00. This includes all supplies and tools required to complete three projects.

Please contact Carol @ 403-381-3381 with any inquiries. Your nonrefundable $100.00 deposit can be etransfer to hold your spot to carolursel@hotmail.com. Balance payable one week prior to class. Balance payments are refundable if unable to attend.

Maximum class size is 6 students. Minimum is 3.

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.Memberships in the Lethbridge Society of Glass Artisans are only $75.00 and come with many benefits, including early access to class registration.

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

Beginners Fused Glass (Day 2)
2026-01-11 10:00 - 16:00

Enjoying Stained Glass: Day (8wks)
2026-01-13 10:45 - 12:45

Enjoying Stained Glass: Evening (8wks)
2026-01-13 19:00 - 21:00

Open Studio for LSGA Members (host: Carol Ursel)
2026-01-14 13:00 - 15:00
