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Fall 2021 Family Arts Night
GoggleWorks Collaborates with Lauer’s Park Elementary to Grow a Nutritious Community Garden
Lauer’s Park Elementary School has teamed up with GoggleWorks Center for the Arts for a project called GoggleWorks’ Gardens at Lauer’s Park. Read on to learn about how it all came together and what leaders hope for the project’s future.
Summer Residency Wrap Up: Taro Takizawa
Taro Takizawa took in and used everything around him in his art practice this summer, from the shadows cast on the floor in his studio, to artisan paper he had collected. Learn what Taro took from his residency and about his next adventure by reading the full Q&A!
Summer Residency Wrap Up: Dan Alexander
Dan Alexander pushed the limits of his glassblowing during his residency at GoggleWorks. He experimented with new techniques while also churning out works that he was more comfortable and experienced at creating. It’s all about balance! Read on to learn what Dan took from his experience as a Summer Artist in Residence.
Five Ways Art Benefits Mental Health
Whether maintaining your mental health is a part of your daily life or it’s something you only think about once in a while, art is a great practice in a healthy lifestyle. Here are five ways that art benefits mental health!
Getting to Know Dan Alexander, Summer 2021 Artist-in-Residence
“My first time creating glass was a fiery mess on the floor! The level of difficulty required to make glass and the possibility of playing with fire for a career is what made me want to master this craft.”
Getting to Know Taro Takizawa, Summer 2021 Artist-In-Residence
“When I find something interesting, I will latch on it. And while I am working on one thing, I will harvest more ideas. It’s like a chain reaction, and it will gradually become better and better.”
Getting to Know Colby Charpentier, Summer 2021 Artist-In-Residence
“Sometimes it feels like nothing at all is working, and that’s kind of exciting. I can have been doing something for 13 years and still feel like I have no clue what’s going on. That’s cool.”
Blackberry Infused Earl Grey Tea – Reading Coffee Co. Tea Recipe
With the summer season coming in hot, we’ve been inspired by the delicious flavors of Reading Coffee Co. tea blends, seasonal palettes, and some of the amazing, handcrafted products from The New Store.
Dirty Iced Masala Chai Latte – Reading Coffee Co. Tea Recipe
The word “chai” as it is used today in North America, often means a black tea drink made with milk and spices, but did you know that’s not the true meaning of the word? Read on to find out the meaning and how to make this awesome drink.
The New Store Spotlight: Green Pig Farm
GoggleWorks just got greener!
