Community

A Bike Shop Expansion Long In The Making Takes Shape At The Crucible

2021-02-16T18:37:01-08:00

The Crucible Bike Shop has long been the community outreach arm of The Crucible. It serves West Oakland youth through our Earn-A-Bike program and supports the West Oakland community at large with free bike maintenance during our Bike Fix-A-Thons. Regular classes and camps allow adults and youth students to learn skills in welding and mechanics with opportunities for creative exploration in their designs.

A Bike Shop Expansion Long In The Making Takes Shape At The Crucible2021-02-16T18:37:01-08:00

Are You The Senior Studio Supervisor We’re Looking For?

2021-02-23T16:14:09-08:00

The Crucible is hiring for a full-time Senior Studio Supervisor position. Crucible staff enjoy great benefits, including free tuition on seven Crucible classes a year, paid time off, and medical and dental coverage starting at 20 hours a week.

Are You The Senior Studio Supervisor We’re Looking For?2021-02-23T16:14:09-08:00

Update re: Alameda County Stay-at-home Order

2021-01-06T15:46:53-08:00

In accordance with Alameda County’s regional stay-at-home order, The Crucible will cancel all adult classes while the order is in effect.

Update re: Alameda County Stay-at-home Order2021-01-06T15:46:53-08:00

Valerie Fish, Stained Glass Artist, Gives Back In Support Of Crucible Youth

2020-12-02T17:16:22-08:00

For the past few years, Valerie Fish has found inspiration for her stained glass all around her, be it California poppies or a drawing by her son. As a longtime maker, Valerie knows the importance of art, especially for our youth, and when presented with an opportunity to support The Crucible’s programming through Giving Back at GIFTY, she jumped at the chance!

Valerie Fish, Stained Glass Artist, Gives Back In Support Of Crucible Youth2020-12-02T17:16:22-08:00

How Embroidered Logo Hats Turned A Creative Outlet Into Support

2020-11-25T17:53:08-08:00

Crucible member and volunteer Robert Graf is a self-identified problem solver. He has taken classes in fourteen of our nineteen departments since 2014, including Blacksmithing, Glass Flameworking, Machine Shop, and his personal favorite, Neon & Light. For Robert, every failed project is an opportunity to improve his skills.

How Embroidered Logo Hats Turned A Creative Outlet Into Support2020-11-25T17:53:08-08:00

Join Our Team As The New Studio Operations Technician

2020-12-23T11:42:28-08:00

The Crucible is hiring for a full-time Studio Operations Technician position. Crucible staff enjoy great benefits, including free tuition on seven Crucible classes a year, paid time off, and medical and dental coverage starting at 20 hours a week.

Join Our Team As The New Studio Operations Technician2020-12-23T11:42:28-08:00

5 Local Gift Ideas for 2021 | Buying Local Gifts

2021-10-28T06:40:35-07:00

The gift-giving season is just around the corner! Many local artists and small businesses are gearing up for the holidays. Shopping early is a great way to ensure your gifts arrive on time and it supports local artists and small businesses.

5 Local Gift Ideas for 2021 | Buying Local Gifts2021-10-28T06:40:35-07:00

Support Local Artists

2021-10-28T06:44:12-07:00

With in-person events and markets back in 2021, you can support local makers this holiday season. Read on to learn how you can support local artists.

Support Local Artists2021-10-28T06:44:12-07:00

Get Inspired By Artists Working to Get Out The Vote

2020-10-14T19:00:51-07:00

You've heard it a million times, but it's always worth repeating: vote! We know first-hand that artists are leaders when it comes to politics and the big issues, and with so much at stake in the 2020 election, many are working with organizations to encourage voter turnout.

Get Inspired By Artists Working to Get Out The Vote2020-10-14T19:00:51-07:00
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