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Ali Feeney leads this one-session introduction to hot glass on November 13. Students learn safety, color application and tool use while working toward a small paperweight—and return later to collect their work.
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At UrbanGlass’s November Paperweight Party, the work does not end when the three-hour class does: students must come back for their glass after it has cooled. The evening is an introduction to the hot shop as well as a project, with participants working together toward a small, solid paperweight while learning how to handle the material and tools.
Ali Feeney leads the November session, in which students work together to manipulate molten glass. UrbanGlass describes the glass as reaching 2,000 degrees; safety, applying color and using tools are all part of the instruction. The class is designed as a fast-paced introduction to the hot shop, not a demonstration to watch from the sidelines.
The stated goal is to work toward making a small, colorful, solid paperweight. The class listing does not promise that the object will be ready to take home that night: hot-work glass must cool slowly, and students collect their work later.
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No prior glassmaking experience is required, and participants must be at least 14. UrbanGlass says its classes are taught in English. The activity can involve sitting and standing, handling hot glass and tools, and lifting about 5 to 10 pounds; the studio may be warm and loud. Those details help set expectations even for a first-time student.
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The November Paperweight Party is a single class led by Ali Feeney. UrbanGlass lists a separate December Paperweight Party with Fran/Ember Janal; that is a different edition, not a continuation of this session.
The single session is Friday, November 13, 2026, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. It meets in person at UrbanGlass Studio, 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY 11217.
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The class listing does not give a fee or confirm current availability. UrbanGlass recommends registering early. Classes are filled first come, first served, with waitlists for full classes; sign-ups may be accepted until class begins if a place is still open. Registration is usually through the Eventbrite widget on the class page, and classes may also be listed through CourseHorse. UrbanGlass accepts electronic payments.
For the price, a payment plan or registration by phone, contact Education Registrar Ari Eshoo at [email protected] or 718-625-3685 ext. 246. The registrar takes phone calls Tuesday through Saturday, 10:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m.; phone registration requires a major credit card. UrbanGlass says classes with low enrollment may be canceled within two weeks of the start date.
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The class is open to participants age 14 and older, with no previous experience required. UrbanGlass says classes are taught in English.
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Under UrbanGlass’s general policy, cancellations, transfers or changes made more than two weeks before the first day of class are eligible for a refund. Changes within 14 days of the class and withdrawals during class are not refundable; Eventbrite processing and service fees are not returned. Donations added to a class purchase are final and non-refundable. Missed classes cannot be made up.
UrbanGlass says classes remain in session as long as the MTA is running. It does not offer refunds or transfers for weather-related absences outside that policy.
UrbanGlass supplies the basic materials and protective eyewear; eyewear must be worn throughout the studio. Flammable or synthetic fabrics, sandals and other open-toed shoes are not allowed, and long hair must be tied back. A notebook and water bottle are recommended. If you want to use tools or materials not supplied for class, you are responsible for obtaining them.
Working areas do not have air conditioning. UrbanGlass says fans and filtered-water dispensers are available and advises students to bring water and monitor how they feel in the heat. Health and safety guidance is sent after registration.
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The event listing says the glass needs to cool overnight and that students must return after UrbanGlass notifies them. The studio’s general policy says hot-work pieces are available after five business days or when students are notified. Work not collected within one month is recycled, so out-of-town participants should plan for pickup.
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UrbanGlass describes its facility as ADA compliant and welcomes service animals in the studio; it recommends booties because glass particles may be on the floor. Its accessibility information identifies automatic-opening doors at Fulton Street and Rockwell Place. The studios are reached through the Rockwell Place entrance and by elevator to the third floor.
Handling glass and tools may require dexterity and mobility. UrbanGlass says it can reasonably provide assistance and accommodations as needed; contact the registrar in advance to discuss mobility, dexterity, sensory or other access needs.
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The class meets at 647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY 11217. UrbanGlass lists the 2, 3, 4 and 5 trains at Nevins Street; the B, Q and R at DeKalb Avenue; and the G at Fulton Street. Use the map links to calculate directions from your starting point. UrbanGlass’s visit information lists subway stations but does not give parking directions.
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UrbanGlass identifies automatic-opening doors at Fulton Street and Rockwell Place. The accessibility information says the studios are reached through the Rockwell Place entrance and by elevator to the third floor. Contact the registrar in advance to discuss accommodations for the class.
No. The event listing says the glass needs to cool overnight and students must return after UrbanGlass notifies them. The general policy says hot-work pieces are available after five business days or when notified.
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No fee is stated in the listing. Contact UrbanGlass to confirm the price and whether a place is available before registering.
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No. The class is open to ages 14 and up, and no previous experience is required. UrbanGlass says its classes are taught in English.
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Wear appropriate work clothes and closed-toe shoes; flammable or synthetic fabrics are not allowed. Tie back long hair. UrbanGlass provides the required protective eyewear.
647 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY 11217
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