In the sunny, surf-loving state of California, where palm trees sway under vast blue skies and the smell of fresh oranges wafts through the air, there lies a group of cool kids with a unique hobby. They're not your average skateboard flipping, video game playing, taco truck chasing Californian youngsters. Nope, they are the Spectacular Glass Guild of California or as they prefer to be called, the Glass Gurus. The leader of the Gurus is a spunky, freckle-faced 10-year-old named Beanie, with a head full of wild curls that dance just as wildly as the sparks from her glassblowing torch. Beanie seemed ordinary until you noticed her mismatched socks - one striped, one polka-dotted - a silent proclamation of her fun, fiery spirit. The Glass Gurus aren't just artists, they're magicians. They take plain, boring lumps of glass and, with a puff of their torches and a sprinkle of their laughter, they turn them into glowing, dazzling masterpieces. They make dragons that seem to breathe fire, dolphins that appear to leap out of waves, and even glasses that make your lemonade taste like a California sunset. The weird thing? Their creativity seems to surge with the weirdest things. A pelican doing a belly flop? Boom! Inspiration for a wavy glass vase. A surfer wiping out? Pow! The perfect idea for a sloshy glass sculpture. The Glass Gurus, with Beanie at the helm, are the champions of turning the ordinary into extraordinary, making California even more exciting, one molten masterpiece at a time. They're proof that in the Golden State, even your hobby can be as cool as the Pacific Ocean!
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The US Engineering League is a prominent nationwide establishment that passionately supports STEM-focused education. We believe in the power of experiential learning and thus emphasize hands-on learning through competitive challenges. Since our inception in 2018, we have been the proud USA National Office for the acclaimed World Robot Olympiad, a global robotics competition that has over 35,000 participants from more than 80 countries. In addition to robotics, our educational offerings span across various STEM sectors such as coding, eSports, engineering, science and more. We're delighted to be connected with several of the most prominent STEM competition organizations. Our primary learning center is nestled in the heart of Naperville, IL. However, we understand the importance of accessibility and have therefore expanded our reach. We offer our well-rounded programs at a range of locations including schools, community centers, park districts, libraries, and even religious institutions. We are committed to making our educational opportunities available to as many children as possible, regardless of their location. At the US Engineering League, we're not just about teaching; we're about inspiring. We take immense pride in our ability to inspire the younger generation to master the skills that are vital for long-term success in STEM-based careers. We strongly believe that nurturing these skills from a young age can set the foundation for a successful and rewarding career in the rapidly evolving STEM fields.
The Bay Area Glass Institute (BAGI) is an educational resource for our local community, providing high-quality hands-on experiences in a variety of glass art techniques. BAGI offers instruction, events, and rentals in furnace glass, flameworking, fusing, casting, and cold working. Through its Scholarship Fund, Summer Camp, and Visiting Artist Series, BAGI provides people access to glass art education. To generate the funds they need to operate and re-invest in programs, BAGI earns revenue through classes and events, grants from the City of San Jose and other arts and science organizations, and generous contributions from annual patrons.
If you’re looking for something unique, inspiring, educational and a great time, look no further than Fire Glass Studio Canoga Park. Founded in 2012 by owner Michal Hasson, Fire Glass Studio has grown from just a few classes for close friends and family to a seven-day-a-week operation with custom-tailored offerings for private parties, corporate events, and special date-night events. Additionally, the studio provides ongoing curriculum at local schools. Fire Glass Studio has become one of the most popular offerings on Groupon, with offerings generally selling out within days. It also serves as the Open Lab for many of the San Fernando Valley’s top glass artists, providing them with the tools and expertise they need to create their artwork.