Job Opportunity: Director of Programs
2019-06-18T11:53:05-07:00We have begun our search for a new Director of Programs! The Director of Programs has the overall responsibility for the development and delivery of all public educational programs and arts events at the Crucible.
How To Make Mornings Special With A Unique Hand-Built Pour Over
2019-08-14T13:46:05-07:00How do you like your coffee? How about in a ceramic mug and pour over set that you hand-built yourself? In this step-by-step, you will learn how to make your own! Sign up for Ceramics I, offered evenings throughout the year, to make your mornings a little more special.
I Am The Crucible: Camille MacRae
2019-06-21T16:40:14-07:00Proudly sporting her prescription safety glasses at all times, Camille prides herself as a role model for safe shop practices. We sat down with her and her cat Rex to learn about her artwork and the collaborative community she found here.
Summer Bike Sale at The Crucible
2018-08-16T12:35:41-07:00Sunday, August 12, 2018 • 11am - 5pm
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. And, get prepared for the playa- many of these bikes are perfect for Burning Man!
Blue Ribbon Winners at Maker Faire 2018!
2019-06-18T12:32:16-07:00The Crucible took Blacksmithing forge, raku kiln, and fire down to San Mateo for Maker Faire’s 13th annual Maker Faire!
The Crucible’s Maker Faire To-Do List!
2019-06-18T12:26:39-07:00The most ingenious minds and inventors will gather this weekend at Maker Faire! With hundreds of demonstrations and hands-on activities to choose from at Maker Faire, we selected a few Makers that you cannot miss.
Our Favorite Bike Rides in the East Bay
2020-04-28T15:56:09-07:00With the weather getting warmer and days getting longer, we are feeling inspired to explore the beautiful East Bay by bike. We asked our volunteers, faculty, and staff where their favorite places to bike are, and put together this list of our favorite bike rides in the East Bay to get your wheels moving and blood pumping.
Oakland Youth Catch the Creative Spark at Field Trip Day
2019-06-18T12:38:20-07:00Do you remember the first time you saw pewter liquify before your eyes, pressed your fingerprint in clay, or watched smoke rise as you wood burned your own unique design? 227 Oakland Unified School District youth attended The Crucible for free as a part of our Field Trip Program.
I Am The Crucible: Marc Macdonald
2019-06-21T16:34:33-07:00Marc Macdonald has always been a fixer of the vehicles that keep us moving, from boats to cars to bikes. After retiring from the Coast Guard, Marc came to The Crucible to volunteer in our Bike Shop in 2014.
