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2011 Crucible Holiday Gift Guide

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Gift Idea #1 – A Crucible Class

Holiday Tasters
Saturday & Sunday, December 17 & 18
Non-member Price $95 / Member Price $86

A great gift for your favorite industrial arts newbie, Tasters are an easy way to begin exploring in fire, metal or glass. Structured for all ages, 12 years and older*, just about anyone can get a taste of creating with fire and light. You can even take a class with a pal or sweetheart for a unique bonding experience. Try two skills on the same day and get a deal! Sign up for one morning and one afternoon Taster in separate disciplines on the same day and you’ll receive a $15 discount.

*Youth, ages 12 and up, are welcome when registered with a parent or guardian.

 

Winter Quarter 2012 & Spring Break 2012

Looking for a specific class to gift? Check out our winter classes listed by weekday, weekend or department. Download our Winter 2011 Catalog in PDF format for more information on classes and spring break for adults and youth.

 

Gift Idea #2– Tickets to a World Premiere Opera

MACHINE: A World Premiere Fire Opera
January 11-14 and 18-21, 2012 • 7–11pm

Based on a short story by science fiction author Derek J. Goodman, MACHINE is set in a fiery industrial universe in which workers have sold themselves into a lifetime of servitude. When one worker regains his power of self-determination, the story ignites into an explosive brew of escape plots, alliances, and unlikely love interests.

Tickets are on sale now! Crucible members receive an additional $5 off a ticket. Not a member? Join or renew now and save even more!

Experience Machine in style by coming to our Closing Night Gala. On Saturday, January 21, you’ll enjoy fiery foods and fine wines before the show viewing our MACHINE inspired art show and after the show, mix and mingle with performers as we toast our 13th anniversary.

More Information & Purchase Tickets…

 

Gift Idea #3 – A Crucible Membership

This holiday, give friends and family the gift of Crucible membership, giving them access to awesome Crucible member benefits, including early registration and discounts on Crucible classes and events, to priority access to special events. Help your loved one join our vital, vibrant community of artists, art lovers, artisans, innovators and educators by giving them the gift of membership. Plus anyone who purchases a membership as a gift by December

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Newsroom

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2011 Press Release
East Bay Industrial Art School Announces Summer Immersion Classes for Kids and Adults (12/14/11)

New Winter Industrial Art Classes and Fun Family Spring Break Activities Announced at The Crucible (12/6/11)

Bay Area Industrial Art School Presents Locally Handmade Gifts at Holiday Shopping Sale and Open House (11/30/11)

Bay Area Philanthropists Help Crucible Blaze New Territory by Melding Industrial Arts and Opera (11/23/11)

Bay Area Industrial Art School Releases 2011 Holiday Gift Guide and Makes Six Recommendations (11/15/11)

The Crucible Announces Its New Fall Deals and Benefits (10/18/11)

World Premiere Fire Opera: MACHINE Tickets Now Available at Bay Area Industrial Art School (10/11/11)

Bay Area Industrial Art School to Showcase Earth-Based Arts and Autumn Light and Shadow at Fireside Lounge Evening October 14 (10/4/11)

The Crucible Bay Area Industrial Art School Announces Family Weekends to Warm Up the Holidays (9/28/11)

Industrial Arts Training with The Crucible Helps Student Get Into Stanford (9/14/11)

The Crucible Bay Area Art School and Foundry to Host Sizzling Open House Saturday, September 10 (9/7/11)

The Crucible Now Booking Team Building Activities (8/23/11)

The Crucible and Black Rock Arts Foundation Team Up on Uptown Merritt Art Park Installation Devoted to Art Bikes (8/17/11)

Bay Area Industrial Arts School Gets Fired Up for Burning Man 2011 (8/03/11)

Bay Area Industrial Art Classes Benefit from Young Interns at The Crucible (8/01/11)

Hot Damn! INFERNO: A Fire Circus Coming to The Crucible in Oakland July 14-16 (7/5/11)

Bay Area Industrial Arts Summer Camp Announced at The Crucible (6/21/11)

The Crucible Names Steven Young as New Executive Director (5/6/11)

The Crucible Announces Inferno: A Fire Circus (5/2/11)

An Evening of Fiery Girl Power (4/14/11)

Young Artists Gear Up To Play With Fire This Summer (4/4/11)

Time To Create At The Crucible (3/24/11)

The Crucible Cheers On Marathoners With Fire (3/17/11)

The Crucible Gets Fired Up For Spring (3/16/11)

An Evening of Industrial-Sized Love (2/3/11)

The Crucible’s 12th Anniversary Benefit Show Features an Amazing Collection of Extraordinary Performances of Music, Dance and Fire (1/4/11)

Crucible Revival: Keep The Fire Burning Honors Departing Founder (11/30/01)

Press Release Archive…


About The Crucible


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Inside The Bay Area
Fire Arts Festival ’09
2011 Press Clippings
San Francisco Bay Area Today
 Inferno: A Fire Circus Comes
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Holiday Gifty Art Sale & Open House 2011

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Holiday Gifty Art Sale & Open House

Saturday, December 10, 2011 • 12PM to 6PM
Sunday, December 11, 2011 • 12PM to 4PM
FREE Admission
Directions & Parking

Download PDF of Event Poster…

Vendor Application is Closed.
Vendors Information…

A fun day for the whole family! Our open houses are a wonderful way to experience the excitement of The Crucible’s 56,000 sq. ft. studio, where furnaces roar and sparks fly. Check out exciting live demonstrations including welding, glass working, metal casting, blacksmithing and much much more. Catch amazing fiery performances and wander through a maze of vendors with handmade crafts, perfect for last minute gifts. You get to support local artists and community arts education for youth and adults while you get your last minute shopping done at the Bay Area’s most unusual holiday celebration.

Shopping at the mall was never like this!

Event Highlights:
– Live industrial art demonstrations
– Amazing molten metal pour in our foundry
– Fiery stage performances by our fire performance students & Rockakamile
– Beautiful handmade art for sale by Crucible & Local artists
– Jolly visit from Santa at 1pm
– Accordion music by Duckmando
– Spectacular live preview of MACHINE (Sunday Only)
– Eye popping discounts on Crucible classes
– Handy Crucible gift certificates will be available for purchase
– Bicycles for sale in The Crucible’s Bike Shop
– Tasty food and drink
– And chances to win free tuition for a Crucible class!

Demonstrations
The Crucible is truly unique with all the industrial art disciplines we have under one roof. During our Open House we will have demonstrations in every room with instructors and students on hand to answer any questions you may have. We will also have some of our incredible youth artists demonstrating their skills! Check out a map of our studio!

Handmade Art for Sale
We will have a maze of Crucible and local artists on hand selling their beautiful handmade art. From glass, metal, wood, ceramics, clothing and more, you’ll find that perfect gift for even the toughest person on your list. Check out the vendor list…

Bicycles for Sale
Looking for a great deal on a bike? The Crucible Bike Shop has a selection of quality used bicycles that have been fully rebuilt by our youth and volunteer mechanics. Stop by the bike shop at this year’s Holiday Gifty for a test ride, or contact jcavagnolo@thecrucible.org with questions or to make an appointment. In addition to getting a sweet, reliable ride your purchase supports our Youth Earn-A-Bike Program, our Youth Mechanic Program and our Community Bike Fixathons. Learn More…

A Visit from Santa
Santa will be making a very special appearance at 1pm; bring your own camera and get a shot of you or your little one with Santa.

Discounts on Crucible Classes
New students who sign up for a Winter class during the Open House, will receive 20% off class tuition. All members who sign up, will receive 25% off. Not a member and

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Newsletters

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2011

January
Monthly Newsletter – Happy Birthday to Us!
Classes News – Stoke the fire in your heart…
Event News – Events to Fire Up Your Heart

February
Monthly Newsletter – Flirting with Fire
Classes News – Weld Away Your Winter Blues With 25% Discount

March
Monthly Newsletter – Classes that ain’t no blarney!
Classes News – Spring Fever? March Madness? Treat Your Symptoms with Art Therapy!
Events News – Find Out What’s Behind Door Number One, Two and Three…

April
Monthly Newsletter – Chase Away Your Rainy Day Blues with Fire!
Classes News – Classes to Spark Up Your Spring
Events News – The Fire Circus Is Coming To Town – Tickets On Sale Now!

May
Monthly Newsletter – Celebrating Maker Month with a Discount!
Classes News – Add A Little Fire To Your Weekend!

June
Monthly Newsletter – Immerse Yourself in Fire!
Classes News – Open Registration for Summer Starts Today!
Events News – We beckon you to a fiery cirque underworld…

July
Monthly Newsletter – Create Your Own “Fire”works!
Summer Camp Special News – Recruiting for the next generation of artistic pyros!
Classes News – Summertime Fun…with Fire!

August
Monthly Newsletter – Glass Pumpkins, Custom Waffle Irons and Leather…Oh My!
Classes News – Revisit Shop Class
Events News – Win Tickets to Burning Man!

September
Monthly Newsletter – A Fiery Fall Awaits!
Classes News – Check Out What Classes Are Starting Next Week…
Membership News – Fiery Benefits, Hot Swag and More…
Events News – Machine: A Fire Opera – Tickets On Sale Now!

 

October
Monthly Newsletter – Spooky Sparks and Freaky Fire!
Classes News – Come warm yourself by our fires…
Events News – You’re Invited…

November
Monthly Newsletter – Harvest Your Creativity into the Perfect Seasonal Gift
Classes News – A Fiery Gift Guide for Your Creative Pyro
Events News – Holiday Gifty Art Sale 2011 is Here!

December
Monthly Newsletter – A Fiery Winter Wonderland
Classes News –
Events News –

2010

January A Newsletter
January B Newsletter

February Newsletter
February Events Update
February Classes Update

March Newsletter
March Classes Update
March Events Update

April Newsletter
April Events Update
April Class Update

May Newsletter
May Events Update
May Class Update

June Newsletter
June Class Update
June Event Update

July Class Update
July Event Update

August Newsletter
August Class Update
August Events Update

September Newsletter
September Class Update
September – Membership Email

October Newsletter #1
October Class Update
October Newsletter #2

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Holiday Gifty Vendor Information

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Holiday Gifty Vendor Information:

DEADLINE: Monday, November 14, 2011
APPLICATIONS CLOSED

Sell your handmade crafts, jewelry, furniture, ceramics, glass beads, vases, ornaments, baubles, recycled steel sculptures, neon wall art, etc. to eager holiday shoppers in our massive indoor warehouse in West Oakland.

We are hosting this event to raise awareness of our classes in the fine and industrial arts. We strongly encourage selling work that fits with The Crucible’s classes. Special consideration will be given to metalwork, jewelry, glasswork, neon and other media that are related to The Crucible’s programs.

Event includes kids activities, student and faculty art sale, a bronze pour, and industrial art demonstrations, such as glass flameworking and welding, fire performances and more. Food and refreshments will be available at a reasonable price. If you would like to check out the space before applying please feel free to attend one of our studio tours held Tuesdays & Thursdays at 6pm (except during holidays and events).

Proceeds benefit participating artists and The Crucible’s arts education programs. Please read through this page of event rules and information. By supporting The Crucible, you are helping to keep accessible art education and community programs alive in the Bay Area.

The Crucible staff and community thank you for your support!

If you are interested in sharing a table or booth with another artist, please contact Andrea via email: andrea@thecrucible.org or phone: 510.444.0919 x 135

Event dates & times:
 Saturday, December 10, 12 to 6pm • Free Admission
Sunday, December 11, 12 to 4pm • Free Admission

Application Deadline
Monday, November 14, 2011
APPLICATIONS CLOSED 
Contact Persons
 Please contact our event coordinator with any questions:
Phone: 510.444.0919 x135
Email: andrea@thecrucible.org
Juried Event
 All vendors for this event will be juried in order to gauge suitability for this event. While we invite and accept many kinds of media and creative expression, we are especially interested in vendors who create in media that are offered in Crucible classes or are related in some way. Jury will consist of The Crucible staff.
Arts & Crafts –
Commercial Vendors
 We promote the sales of original, handmade, non-mass produced work by the artist in any media. Services offered may not be competitive to The Crucible.

Unacceptable are kits, imports, commercial reproductions (except your own cards), all food and drink or re-recorded music. Artists must be present to sell their own work. Your allotted space may not be used by anyone other than yourself unless they have prior written permission from The Crucible.

Vendors are solely responsible for complying with any regulations governing sale of their work. All external entertainers must be hired by The Crucible in order to avoid sound conflicts and to comply with city permits.
Application Fees
 $350 for 10’x10′ Booth area (for both days, table not included)

$250 for 6×8 Table area (for both days, table not included)
Your application fees goes towards supporting The Crucible’s arts education programs.

Please print out form and send with credit card information, check or money order, or call us at 510.444.0919. All fees must

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Halloween Fun

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Halloween Art Classes

Halloween Weekend • October 22-23, 2011

Join us at The Crucible this Halloween for a spooky weekend of fun. We’ll teach you a new trick that is sure to be a treat.

Introduction to Blacksmithing {Just for You | Take Together}
Dragon’s Breath
Fearless Fire Eating
Glass Flameworking {Just for You | Take Together}
Introduction to Jewelry & Metal I {Just for You | Take Together}
All Linked Up: Art Clay Silver
Introduction to Welded Sculpture {Just for You | Take Together}
Introduction to MIG Welding {Just for You | Take Together}
Beginning TIG Welding {Just for You | Take Together}

$$$ Some Halloween Weekend classes also offer a family fun discount on tuition when you take a class together. The Family Fun tuition is for one adult and one family member, age 12 and up. And as far as family goes: You define it, not us.

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Fireside Lounge: Light & Shadow

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Friday, October 14, 2011 • 6:30-9:30PM
$10 at door / Free for Crucible Members

Join us as we explore the changing of the seasons and the play on light and shadow this time of year brings. This evening will feature work from our glass, wood, stone and ceramic departments with an exquisite art show and exciting live demos. Also don’t miss our memorizing stage performances from the Ladies of Ruckus and lively DJ mixed beats by DJ Mancub from Space Cowboys.

While perusing art, guests will enjoy a live preview of The Crucible’s upcoming world premiere fire opera: MACHINE. Accompanied by some of the props and effects planned for the show, Eugene Brancoveanu, the show’s lead baritone, will perform on the Crucible stage.

We are also trying something new, we are hosting our first-ever open fire spin jam for experienced fire performers and alumni. No instruction will be given; it’s just a chance for people to practice their fire performance skills in a safe environment. All fire toys are welcome, but each will receive a safety inspection before they can be used in the spin jam. See Spin Jam Rules…

Discounts on Crucible class tuition will be available to attendees who register at the event. New students will receive 20% off class tuition and Crucible members will receive 25% off class tuition. In addition, guests can put their $10 cover charge towards the cost of the class. A door prize raffle and the costume contest will also offer attendees a chance to winning free tuition on a Crucible class. All ages are welcome. There is a $10 cover at the door and Crucible members are free.


Event Highlights
• Live industrial art demonstrations in featured areas: Glass, Wood, Stone and Ceramics
• Spectacular art show showcasing work from featured areas
• Fiery stage performances from the Ladies of Ruckus
• Groovin’ beats by DJ Mancub from Space Cowboys
• First-ever fire spin jam
• Tasty food and sinful treats
• Exciting discounts on Crucible classes
• And chances to win free tuition on a Crucible class!

Crucible Spin Jam Rules

The spin jam is regulated by the Spin Jam Manager and the Fire Safety Captain. They have the final say in all things safety related and have the authority to eject anyone not adhering to the rules or common sense safety.

The Crucible will provide a trained fire safety crew armed with wet towels and CO2 extinguishers, a fuel dump area and a spin out area. Performers should bring their own fuel clearly marked with type of fuel and their name. White gas and ultra pure lamp oil are the only two fuels allowed. All fire toys are welcome. We ask that you wear all natural fiber clothing (cotton, wool, silk etc.) and no synthetics. Spin time allotted will depend on the amount of jam participants. Please be aware of your surroundings and other performers in the spin area while spinning. No official instruction will be given during the spin jam, though sharing tips and tricks with others is encouraged. All

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Fireside Lounge

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Fireside Lounge

Friday, October 14, 2011 • 6:30-9:30PM
$10 at door / Crucible Members are free

Featuring glass, wood, stone and ceramics, set in our 56,000 square foot facility.

More information to come…
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Fall Open House 2011

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Fall Open House

Saturday, September 10, 2011 • 12-4PM
Free Admission

Art Show – Call For Artists

Press Release

A fun day for the whole family! Our open houses are a wonderful way to experience the excitement of The Crucible’s 56,000 sq. ft. studio, where furnaces roar and sparks fly. Check out exciting live demonstrations including welding, glass working, metal casting, blacksmithing and much much more. Catch amazing fiery performances and wander through our student and faculty art show displaying the creativity of The Crucible. Then grab a drink and snack and explore our fiery studio.

Event Highlights:
– Live industrial art demonstrations
– Amazing molten metal pour in our foundry
– Fiery stage performances by our fire performance faculty & students
– Spectacular art show showcasing work from Crucible students, faculty & staff
– Beautiful handmade art for sale by Crucible artists
– Eye popping discounts on Crucible classes
– Tasty food and drink
– And chances to win free tuition for a Crucible class!

 

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Demonstrations
The Crucible is truly unique with all the industrial art disciplines we have under one roof. During our Open House we will have demonstrations in every room with instructors and students on hand to answer any questions you may have. We will also have some of our incredible youth artists demonstrating their skills! Check out a map of our studio!

Art Show
Every fall we like to show off what we do here with a spectacular art show. We will have pieces from Crucible staff, students, faculty and volunteers showcasing all the fabulous industrial arts classes we teach here. During the open house we will ask visitors to vote on their favorite top three pieces and awards those artists with free tuition on a Crucible class of their choice.

Handmade Art for Sale
This year we will have Crucible artists on hand selling their beautiful handmade art. Currently we have Tara Murray Art Glass, Nightside Studios, Rusty Noodle and many more.

Discounts on Crucible Classes
New students who sign up for a Fall class during the Open House, will receive 20% off class tuition. All members who sign up, will receive 25% off. Not a member and want to snag up the 25% off? Become a member that day, get 25% off a class registration and start reaping those member rewards!

Win FREE tuition for a Crucible class
During our Open House we will have two different ways you can win free tuition for a Crucible class. One is to enter our drawing when you first arrive for a chance at the free class or a family 4 pass to Yerba Buena Center for the Arts.

The second way is to join our Resolve to Create campaign. We are asking folks of all ages to make a creative resolution for 2011. We will have a camera set-up to take your picture with your resolution. You will then be entered into our

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2011 Fire & Light Soirée and Art Auction

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Please join us for The Crucible’s Fire & Light Soirée and Art Auction.
Thursday, July 14, 2011 at 6:00 pm

Guests will enjoy a delicious three course dinner with wine pairings and bid on beautiful works of art in metal, glass, wood and more. After dinner, Soirée guests can feast their eyes on an exclusive preview of INFERNO: A Fire Circus featuring Lucent Dossier Experience.

Fine dining, fine wine, fabulous atmosphere, a phenomenal art auction…and an exclusive preview of The Crucible’s INFERNO: A Fire Circus. Partake in a fantastic party, take home a new piece of art, see a spellbinding performance, and support The Crucible. All proceeds from this event directly support The Crucible’s educational programs.

Expect the spectacular. Support The Crucible. Buy your tickets.


The Fire & Light Soirée will be held at
The Crucible
1260 7th Street
Oakland, CA 94607Valet service will be available.
Attire is fun, festive and fiery.View photos of this year’s art auction items
View photos from last year’s Soirée
Expect the spectacular. Support The Crucible. Buy your tickets.

 
 

 

Soirée Catering by: Grace Street Catering
Soirée Wine Sponsor: Alexander Valley Vineyards
Soirée Special Cocktail Sponsor: ORO Pisco
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