BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Museum of Early Trades & Crafts - ECPv6.17.5//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://metc.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Museum of Early Trades & Crafts REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230520T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230520T140000 DTSTAMP:20230505T165444Z CREATED:20230505T165444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T165444Z UID:24858-1684580400-1684591200@metc.org SUMMARY:World Bee Day Craft DESCRIPTION:Reverse glass painting\, or Hinterglasmalerei\, is an art form where the image is painted on the back of a glass sheet and viewed from the front. Popular across Europe\, Asia\, and Senegal since the 16th century\, this technique flourished in the Renaissance with significant production in 18th Century China and India.In this workshop\, participants will learn the unique logic of working in reverse—applying fine highlights and foreground details first\, then layering mid-tones and backgrounds to create a luminous\, protected finished work. We’ll using acrylic paint\, which dries quickly\, and acrylic pens which work on glass. There will also be experimentation with the backgrounds using specialty papers and foils creating shimmering multi-dimensional effects. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Throughout the session on September 26\, we will examine examples of the history of the craft alongside several contemporary artists such as the atmospheric works of Daniel Karrer and meticulous compositions of Richard Rowan. \nMickey Waring is an art educator\, artist\, and poet. She teaches children and adults\, works in several media\, and has published her poems and an online blog. \nThis event is part of Handwork 2026\, Craft in America’s nationwide semiquincentennial collaboration showcasing the importance of the handmade and celebrating the diversity of craft that defines America. \n$20/person\, $10/METC members\, This adult event is best for age 16 and up.  URL:https://metc.org/event/world-bee-day-craft/ LOCATION:Museum of Early Trades & Crafts\, 9 Main Street\, Madison\, NJ\, 07940\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://metc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/World-Bee-Day-Craft.png ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of Early Trades & Crafts":MAILTO:coordinator@metc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230603T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230603T150000 DTSTAMP:20230505T223807Z CREATED:20230505T223807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T223807Z UID:24863-1685790000-1685804400@metc.org SUMMARY:Makerspace Saturdays - June DESCRIPTION:Reverse glass painting\, or Hinterglasmalerei\, is an art form where the image is painted on the back of a glass sheet and viewed from the front. Popular across Europe\, Asia\, and Senegal since the 16th century\, this technique flourished in the Renaissance with significant production in 18th Century China and India.In this workshop\, participants will learn the unique logic of working in reverse—applying fine highlights and foreground details first\, then layering mid-tones and backgrounds to create a luminous\, protected finished work. We’ll using acrylic paint\, which dries quickly\, and acrylic pens which work on glass. There will also be experimentation with the backgrounds using specialty papers and foils creating shimmering multi-dimensional effects. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Throughout the session on September 26\, we will examine examples of the history of the craft alongside several contemporary artists such as the atmospheric works of Daniel Karrer and meticulous compositions of Richard Rowan. \nMickey Waring is an art educator\, artist\, and poet. She teaches children and adults\, works in several media\, and has published her poems and an online blog. \nThis event is part of Handwork 2026\, Craft in America’s nationwide semiquincentennial collaboration showcasing the importance of the handmade and celebrating the diversity of craft that defines America. \n$20/person\, $10/METC members\, This adult event is best for age 16 and up.  URL:https://metc.org/event/makerspace-saturdays-june/ LOCATION:Education Annex\, 23 Main Street\, Madison\, NJ\, 07940\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://metc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Makerspace-Saturdays.png ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of Early Trades & Crafts":MAILTO:coordinator@metc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230610T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230610T120000 DTSTAMP:20230523T172830Z CREATED:20230523T172830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230523T172830Z UID:24915-1686394800-1686398400@metc.org SUMMARY:What's the BUZZ? Kid's Bee Event DESCRIPTION:Reverse glass painting\, or Hinterglasmalerei\, is an art form where the image is painted on the back of a glass sheet and viewed from the front. Popular across Europe\, Asia\, and Senegal since the 16th century\, this technique flourished in the Renaissance with significant production in 18th Century China and India.In this workshop\, participants will learn the unique logic of working in reverse—applying fine highlights and foreground details first\, then layering mid-tones and backgrounds to create a luminous\, protected finished work. We’ll using acrylic paint\, which dries quickly\, and acrylic pens which work on glass. There will also be experimentation with the backgrounds using specialty papers and foils creating shimmering multi-dimensional effects. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Throughout the session on September 26\, we will examine examples of the history of the craft alongside several contemporary artists such as the atmospheric works of Daniel Karrer and meticulous compositions of Richard Rowan. \nMickey Waring is an art educator\, artist\, and poet. She teaches children and adults\, works in several media\, and has published her poems and an online blog. \nThis event is part of Handwork 2026\, Craft in America’s nationwide semiquincentennial collaboration showcasing the importance of the handmade and celebrating the diversity of craft that defines America. \n$20/person\, $10/METC members\, This adult event is best for age 16 and up.  URL:https://metc.org/event/whats-the-buzz/ LOCATION:Museum of Early Trades & Crafts\, 9 Main Street\, Madison\, NJ\, 07940\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://metc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Kids-Bee-Event.png ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of Early Trades & Crafts":MAILTO:coordinator@metc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230623T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230623T200000 DTSTAMP:20230512T165339Z CREATED:20230512T165339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230512T165339Z UID:24873-1687543200-1687550400@metc.org SUMMARY:Summer Concert Series: Jumping the Gun DESCRIPTION:Reverse glass painting\, or Hinterglasmalerei\, is an art form where the image is painted on the back of a glass sheet and viewed from the front. Popular across Europe\, Asia\, and Senegal since the 16th century\, this technique flourished in the Renaissance with significant production in 18th Century China and India.In this workshop\, participants will learn the unique logic of working in reverse—applying fine highlights and foreground details first\, then layering mid-tones and backgrounds to create a luminous\, protected finished work. We’ll using acrylic paint\, which dries quickly\, and acrylic pens which work on glass. There will also be experimentation with the backgrounds using specialty papers and foils creating shimmering multi-dimensional effects. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Throughout the session on September 26\, we will examine examples of the history of the craft alongside several contemporary artists such as the atmospheric works of Daniel Karrer and meticulous compositions of Richard Rowan. \nMickey Waring is an art educator\, artist\, and poet. She teaches children and adults\, works in several media\, and has published her poems and an online blog. \nThis event is part of Handwork 2026\, Craft in America’s nationwide semiquincentennial collaboration showcasing the importance of the handmade and celebrating the diversity of craft that defines America. \n$20/person\, $10/METC members\, This adult event is best for age 16 and up.  URL:https://metc.org/event/summer-concert-series-jumping-the-gun-2023/ LOCATION:Museum of Early Trades & Crafts\, 9 Main Street\, Madison\, NJ\, 07940\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://metc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/jumping-the-gun-canceled.png ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of Early Trades & Crafts":MAILTO:coordinator@metc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230707T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230707T200000 DTSTAMP:20230512T165424Z CREATED:20230512T165424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230512T165424Z UID:24875-1688752800-1688760000@metc.org SUMMARY:Downtown Concert Series: Mama D and the Vexations DESCRIPTION:Reverse glass painting\, or Hinterglasmalerei\, is an art form where the image is painted on the back of a glass sheet and viewed from the front. Popular across Europe\, Asia\, and Senegal since the 16th century\, this technique flourished in the Renaissance with significant production in 18th Century China and India.In this workshop\, participants will learn the unique logic of working in reverse—applying fine highlights and foreground details first\, then layering mid-tones and backgrounds to create a luminous\, protected finished work. We’ll using acrylic paint\, which dries quickly\, and acrylic pens which work on glass. There will also be experimentation with the backgrounds using specialty papers and foils creating shimmering multi-dimensional effects. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Throughout the session on September 26\, we will examine examples of the history of the craft alongside several contemporary artists such as the atmospheric works of Daniel Karrer and meticulous compositions of Richard Rowan. \nMickey Waring is an art educator\, artist\, and poet. She teaches children and adults\, works in several media\, and has published her poems and an online blog. \nThis event is part of Handwork 2026\, Craft in America’s nationwide semiquincentennial collaboration showcasing the importance of the handmade and celebrating the diversity of craft that defines America. \n$20/person\, $10/METC members\, This adult event is best for age 16 and up.  URL:https://metc.org/event/downtown-concert-series-mama-d-and-the-vexations-2023/ LOCATION:Museum of Early Trades & Crafts\, 9 Main Street\, Madison\, NJ\, 07940\, United States CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://metc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/mama-d-website.png ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of Early Trades & Crafts":MAILTO:coordinator@metc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230715T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230715T150000 DTSTAMP:20230505T162538Z CREATED:20230505T162538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T162538Z UID:24855-1689418800-1689433200@metc.org SUMMARY:Family Fun Day 2023 DESCRIPTION:Reverse glass painting\, or Hinterglasmalerei\, is an art form where the image is painted on the back of a glass sheet and viewed from the front. Popular across Europe\, Asia\, and Senegal since the 16th century\, this technique flourished in the Renaissance with significant production in 18th Century China and India.In this workshop\, participants will learn the unique logic of working in reverse—applying fine highlights and foreground details first\, then layering mid-tones and backgrounds to create a luminous\, protected finished work. We’ll using acrylic paint\, which dries quickly\, and acrylic pens which work on glass. There will also be experimentation with the backgrounds using specialty papers and foils creating shimmering multi-dimensional effects. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Throughout the session on September 26\, we will examine examples of the history of the craft alongside several contemporary artists such as the atmospheric works of Daniel Karrer and meticulous compositions of Richard Rowan. \nMickey Waring is an art educator\, artist\, and poet. She teaches children and adults\, works in several media\, and has published her poems and an online blog. \nThis event is part of Handwork 2026\, Craft in America’s nationwide semiquincentennial collaboration showcasing the importance of the handmade and celebrating the diversity of craft that defines America. \n$20/person\, $10/METC members\, This adult event is best for age 16 and up.  URL:https://metc.org/event/family-fun-day-2023/ LOCATION:Museum of Early Trades & Crafts\, 9 Main Street\, Madison\, NJ\, 07940\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Exhibit,Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://metc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Family-Fun-Day-Website-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of Early Trades & Crafts":MAILTO:coordinator@metc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230721T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230721T200000 DTSTAMP:20230512T165509Z CREATED:20230512T165509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230512T165509Z UID:24871-1689962400-1689969600@metc.org SUMMARY:Summer Concert Series Zaire DESCRIPTION:Reverse glass painting\, or Hinterglasmalerei\, is an art form where the image is painted on the back of a glass sheet and viewed from the front. Popular across Europe\, Asia\, and Senegal since the 16th century\, this technique flourished in the Renaissance with significant production in 18th Century China and India.In this workshop\, participants will learn the unique logic of working in reverse—applying fine highlights and foreground details first\, then layering mid-tones and backgrounds to create a luminous\, protected finished work. We’ll using acrylic paint\, which dries quickly\, and acrylic pens which work on glass. There will also be experimentation with the backgrounds using specialty papers and foils creating shimmering multi-dimensional effects. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Throughout the session on September 26\, we will examine examples of the history of the craft alongside several contemporary artists such as the atmospheric works of Daniel Karrer and meticulous compositions of Richard Rowan. \nMickey Waring is an art educator\, artist\, and poet. She teaches children and adults\, works in several media\, and has published her poems and an online blog. \nThis event is part of Handwork 2026\, Craft in America’s nationwide semiquincentennial collaboration showcasing the importance of the handmade and celebrating the diversity of craft that defines America. \n$20/person\, $10/METC members\, This adult event is best for age 16 and up.  URL:https://metc.org/event/summer-concert-series-zaire-2023/ LOCATION:Museum of Early Trades & Crafts\, 9 Main Street\, Madison\, NJ\, 07940\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Zaire.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of Early Trades & Crafts":MAILTO:coordinator@metc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230804T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230804T200000 DTSTAMP:20230512T165545Z CREATED:20230512T165545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230512T165545Z UID:24865-1691172000-1691179200@metc.org SUMMARY:Summer Concert Series: Peter & the Master Keys DESCRIPTION:Reverse glass painting\, or Hinterglasmalerei\, is an art form where the image is painted on the back of a glass sheet and viewed from the front. Popular across Europe\, Asia\, and Senegal since the 16th century\, this technique flourished in the Renaissance with significant production in 18th Century China and India.In this workshop\, participants will learn the unique logic of working in reverse—applying fine highlights and foreground details first\, then layering mid-tones and backgrounds to create a luminous\, protected finished work. We’ll using acrylic paint\, which dries quickly\, and acrylic pens which work on glass. There will also be experimentation with the backgrounds using specialty papers and foils creating shimmering multi-dimensional effects. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Throughout the session on September 26\, we will examine examples of the history of the craft alongside several contemporary artists such as the atmospheric works of Daniel Karrer and meticulous compositions of Richard Rowan. \nMickey Waring is an art educator\, artist\, and poet. She teaches children and adults\, works in several media\, and has published her poems and an online blog. \nThis event is part of Handwork 2026\, Craft in America’s nationwide semiquincentennial collaboration showcasing the importance of the handmade and celebrating the diversity of craft that defines America. \n$20/person\, $10/METC members\, This adult event is best for age 16 and up.  URL:https://metc.org/event/summer-concert-series-peter-the-master-keys-2023/ LOCATION:Museum of Early Trades & Crafts\, 9 Main Street\, Madison\, NJ\, 07940\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Peter-and-the-Master-Keys.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of Early Trades & Crafts":MAILTO:coordinator@metc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230818T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230818T200000 DTSTAMP:20230512T165616Z CREATED:20230512T165616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230512T165616Z UID:24867-1692381600-1692388800@metc.org SUMMARY:Summer Concert Series: Rosewood DESCRIPTION:Reverse glass painting\, or Hinterglasmalerei\, is an art form where the image is painted on the back of a glass sheet and viewed from the front. Popular across Europe\, Asia\, and Senegal since the 16th century\, this technique flourished in the Renaissance with significant production in 18th Century China and India.In this workshop\, participants will learn the unique logic of working in reverse—applying fine highlights and foreground details first\, then layering mid-tones and backgrounds to create a luminous\, protected finished work. We’ll using acrylic paint\, which dries quickly\, and acrylic pens which work on glass. There will also be experimentation with the backgrounds using specialty papers and foils creating shimmering multi-dimensional effects. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Throughout the session on September 26\, we will examine examples of the history of the craft alongside several contemporary artists such as the atmospheric works of Daniel Karrer and meticulous compositions of Richard Rowan. \nMickey Waring is an art educator\, artist\, and poet. She teaches children and adults\, works in several media\, and has published her poems and an online blog. \nThis event is part of Handwork 2026\, Craft in America’s nationwide semiquincentennial collaboration showcasing the importance of the handmade and celebrating the diversity of craft that defines America. \n$20/person\, $10/METC members\, This adult event is best for age 16 and up.  URL:https://metc.org/event/summer-concert-series-rosewood-2023/ LOCATION:Museum of Early Trades & Crafts\, 9 Main Street\, Madison\, NJ\, 07940\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Untitled-design.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of Early Trades & Crafts":MAILTO:coordinator@metc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T123000 DTSTAMP:20230122T221847Z CREATED:20230122T221847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230122T221847Z UID:24353-1694862000-1694867400@metc.org SUMMARY:Architecture Tour DESCRIPTION:Reverse glass painting\, or Hinterglasmalerei\, is an art form where the image is painted on the back of a glass sheet and viewed from the front. Popular across Europe\, Asia\, and Senegal since the 16th century\, this technique flourished in the Renaissance with significant production in 18th Century China and India.In this workshop\, participants will learn the unique logic of working in reverse—applying fine highlights and foreground details first\, then layering mid-tones and backgrounds to create a luminous\, protected finished work. We’ll using acrylic paint\, which dries quickly\, and acrylic pens which work on glass. There will also be experimentation with the backgrounds using specialty papers and foils creating shimmering multi-dimensional effects. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Throughout the session on September 26\, we will examine examples of the history of the craft alongside several contemporary artists such as the atmospheric works of Daniel Karrer and meticulous compositions of Richard Rowan. \nMickey Waring is an art educator\, artist\, and poet. She teaches children and adults\, works in several media\, and has published her poems and an online blog. \nThis event is part of Handwork 2026\, Craft in America’s nationwide semiquincentennial collaboration showcasing the importance of the handmade and celebrating the diversity of craft that defines America. \n$20/person\, $10/METC members\, This adult event is best for age 16 and up.  URL:https://metc.org/event/architecture-tour/ LOCATION:Museum of Early Trades & Crafts\, 9 Main Street\, Madison\, NJ\, 07940\, United States CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://metc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Architecture-Tour-September.png ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of Early Trades & Crafts":MAILTO:coordinator@metc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231005T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231005T213000 DTSTAMP:20230705T223050Z CREATED:20230705T223050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230705T223050Z UID:25071-1696530600-1696541400@metc.org SUMMARY:Speakeasy Cabaret Club DESCRIPTION:Reverse glass painting\, or Hinterglasmalerei\, is an art form where the image is painted on the back of a glass sheet and viewed from the front. Popular across Europe\, Asia\, and Senegal since the 16th century\, this technique flourished in the Renaissance with significant production in 18th Century China and India.In this workshop\, participants will learn the unique logic of working in reverse—applying fine highlights and foreground details first\, then layering mid-tones and backgrounds to create a luminous\, protected finished work. We’ll using acrylic paint\, which dries quickly\, and acrylic pens which work on glass. There will also be experimentation with the backgrounds using specialty papers and foils creating shimmering multi-dimensional effects. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Throughout the session on September 26\, we will examine examples of the history of the craft alongside several contemporary artists such as the atmospheric works of Daniel Karrer and meticulous compositions of Richard Rowan. \nMickey Waring is an art educator\, artist\, and poet. She teaches children and adults\, works in several media\, and has published her poems and an online blog. \nThis event is part of Handwork 2026\, Craft in America’s nationwide semiquincentennial collaboration showcasing the importance of the handmade and celebrating the diversity of craft that defines America. \n$20/person\, $10/METC members\, This adult event is best for age 16 and up.  URL:https://metc.org/event/speakeasy-cabaret-club/ LOCATION:Park Avenue Club\, 100 Campus Drive\, Florham Park\, NJ\, 07932\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Exhibit,Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://metc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/speakeasysoldout.png ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of Early Trades & Crafts":MAILTO:coordinator@metc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231007T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231007T150000 DTSTAMP:20230707T192326Z CREATED:20230707T192326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230707T192326Z UID:25167-1696676400-1696690800@metc.org SUMMARY:Makerspace Saturdays - October DESCRIPTION:Reverse glass painting\, or Hinterglasmalerei\, is an art form where the image is painted on the back of a glass sheet and viewed from the front. Popular across Europe\, Asia\, and Senegal since the 16th century\, this technique flourished in the Renaissance with significant production in 18th Century China and India.In this workshop\, participants will learn the unique logic of working in reverse—applying fine highlights and foreground details first\, then layering mid-tones and backgrounds to create a luminous\, protected finished work. We’ll using acrylic paint\, which dries quickly\, and acrylic pens which work on glass. There will also be experimentation with the backgrounds using specialty papers and foils creating shimmering multi-dimensional effects. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Throughout the session on September 26\, we will examine examples of the history of the craft alongside several contemporary artists such as the atmospheric works of Daniel Karrer and meticulous compositions of Richard Rowan. \nMickey Waring is an art educator\, artist\, and poet. She teaches children and adults\, works in several media\, and has published her poems and an online blog. \nThis event is part of Handwork 2026\, Craft in America’s nationwide semiquincentennial collaboration showcasing the importance of the handmade and celebrating the diversity of craft that defines America. \n$20/person\, $10/METC members\, This adult event is best for age 16 and up.  URL:https://metc.org/event/makerspace-saturdays-october/ LOCATION:Education Annex\, 23 Main Street\, Madison\, NJ\, 07940\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://metc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Makerspace-Saturdays.png ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of Early Trades & Crafts":MAILTO:coordinator@metc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T180000 DTSTAMP:20230918T152703Z CREATED:20230918T152703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T152703Z UID:25331-1698332400-1698343200@metc.org SUMMARY:Drop-In Craft: Creepy Chilling Crafts Event DESCRIPTION:Reverse glass painting\, or Hinterglasmalerei\, is an art form where the image is painted on the back of a glass sheet and viewed from the front. Popular across Europe\, Asia\, and Senegal since the 16th century\, this technique flourished in the Renaissance with significant production in 18th Century China and India.In this workshop\, participants will learn the unique logic of working in reverse—applying fine highlights and foreground details first\, then layering mid-tones and backgrounds to create a luminous\, protected finished work. We’ll using acrylic paint\, which dries quickly\, and acrylic pens which work on glass. There will also be experimentation with the backgrounds using specialty papers and foils creating shimmering multi-dimensional effects. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Throughout the session on September 26\, we will examine examples of the history of the craft alongside several contemporary artists such as the atmospheric works of Daniel Karrer and meticulous compositions of Richard Rowan. \nMickey Waring is an art educator\, artist\, and poet. She teaches children and adults\, works in several media\, and has published her poems and an online blog. \nThis event is part of Handwork 2026\, Craft in America’s nationwide semiquincentennial collaboration showcasing the importance of the handmade and celebrating the diversity of craft that defines America. \n$20/person\, $10/METC members\, This adult event is best for age 16 and up.  URL:https://metc.org/event/halloween-craft/ LOCATION:Education Annex\, 23 Main Street\, Madison\, NJ\, 07940\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://metc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/creepy-chilling-craft-event.png ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of Early Trades & Crafts":MAILTO:coordinator@metc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T150000 DTSTAMP:20230918T151646Z CREATED:20230918T151646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T151646Z UID:25313-1699095600-1699110000@metc.org SUMMARY:Makerspace Saturdays - November DESCRIPTION:Reverse glass painting\, or Hinterglasmalerei\, is an art form where the image is painted on the back of a glass sheet and viewed from the front. Popular across Europe\, Asia\, and Senegal since the 16th century\, this technique flourished in the Renaissance with significant production in 18th Century China and India.In this workshop\, participants will learn the unique logic of working in reverse—applying fine highlights and foreground details first\, then layering mid-tones and backgrounds to create a luminous\, protected finished work. We’ll using acrylic paint\, which dries quickly\, and acrylic pens which work on glass. There will also be experimentation with the backgrounds using specialty papers and foils creating shimmering multi-dimensional effects. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Throughout the session on September 26\, we will examine examples of the history of the craft alongside several contemporary artists such as the atmospheric works of Daniel Karrer and meticulous compositions of Richard Rowan. \nMickey Waring is an art educator\, artist\, and poet. She teaches children and adults\, works in several media\, and has published her poems and an online blog. \nThis event is part of Handwork 2026\, Craft in America’s nationwide semiquincentennial collaboration showcasing the importance of the handmade and celebrating the diversity of craft that defines America. \n$20/person\, $10/METC members\, This adult event is best for age 16 and up.  URL:https://metc.org/event/makerspace-saturdays-november/ LOCATION:Education Annex\, 23 Main Street\, Madison\, NJ\, 07940\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://metc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/METC-Makerspace-Saturdays.png ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of Early Trades & Crafts":MAILTO:coordinator@metc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231121T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231121T180000 DTSTAMP:20230918T160427Z CREATED:20230918T160427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T160427Z UID:25337-1700578800-1700589600@metc.org SUMMARY:Harvest Moon Thanksgiving Fest DESCRIPTION:Reverse glass painting\, or Hinterglasmalerei\, is an art form where the image is painted on the back of a glass sheet and viewed from the front. Popular across Europe\, Asia\, and Senegal since the 16th century\, this technique flourished in the Renaissance with significant production in 18th Century China and India.In this workshop\, participants will learn the unique logic of working in reverse—applying fine highlights and foreground details first\, then layering mid-tones and backgrounds to create a luminous\, protected finished work. We’ll using acrylic paint\, which dries quickly\, and acrylic pens which work on glass. There will also be experimentation with the backgrounds using specialty papers and foils creating shimmering multi-dimensional effects. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Throughout the session on September 26\, we will examine examples of the history of the craft alongside several contemporary artists such as the atmospheric works of Daniel Karrer and meticulous compositions of Richard Rowan. \nMickey Waring is an art educator\, artist\, and poet. She teaches children and adults\, works in several media\, and has published her poems and an online blog. \nThis event is part of Handwork 2026\, Craft in America’s nationwide semiquincentennial collaboration showcasing the importance of the handmade and celebrating the diversity of craft that defines America. \n$20/person\, $10/METC members\, This adult event is best for age 16 and up.  URL:https://metc.org/event/thanksgiving-fest/ LOCATION:Education Annex\, 23 Main Street\, Madison\, NJ\, 07940\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://metc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/website.png ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of Early Trades & Crafts":MAILTO:coordinator@metc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T150000 DTSTAMP:20230918T151736Z CREATED:20230918T151736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T151736Z UID:25316-1701514800-1701529200@metc.org SUMMARY:Makerspace Saturdays - December DESCRIPTION:Reverse glass painting\, or Hinterglasmalerei\, is an art form where the image is painted on the back of a glass sheet and viewed from the front. Popular across Europe\, Asia\, and Senegal since the 16th century\, this technique flourished in the Renaissance with significant production in 18th Century China and India.In this workshop\, participants will learn the unique logic of working in reverse—applying fine highlights and foreground details first\, then layering mid-tones and backgrounds to create a luminous\, protected finished work. We’ll using acrylic paint\, which dries quickly\, and acrylic pens which work on glass. There will also be experimentation with the backgrounds using specialty papers and foils creating shimmering multi-dimensional effects. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Throughout the session on September 26\, we will examine examples of the history of the craft alongside several contemporary artists such as the atmospheric works of Daniel Karrer and meticulous compositions of Richard Rowan. \nMickey Waring is an art educator\, artist\, and poet. She teaches children and adults\, works in several media\, and has published her poems and an online blog. \nThis event is part of Handwork 2026\, Craft in America’s nationwide semiquincentennial collaboration showcasing the importance of the handmade and celebrating the diversity of craft that defines America. \n$20/person\, $10/METC members\, This adult event is best for age 16 and up.  URL:https://metc.org/event/makerspace-saturdays-december/ LOCATION:Education Annex\, 23 Main Street\, Madison\, NJ\, 07940\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://metc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/METC-Makerspace-Saturdays.png ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of Early Trades & Crafts":MAILTO:coordinator@metc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T180000 DTSTAMP:20231023T174034Z CREATED:20231023T174034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T174034Z UID:25471-1702479600-1702490400@metc.org SUMMARY:Drop-in Craft: Ornament Making DESCRIPTION:Reverse glass painting\, or Hinterglasmalerei\, is an art form where the image is painted on the back of a glass sheet and viewed from the front. Popular across Europe\, Asia\, and Senegal since the 16th century\, this technique flourished in the Renaissance with significant production in 18th Century China and India.In this workshop\, participants will learn the unique logic of working in reverse—applying fine highlights and foreground details first\, then layering mid-tones and backgrounds to create a luminous\, protected finished work. We’ll using acrylic paint\, which dries quickly\, and acrylic pens which work on glass. There will also be experimentation with the backgrounds using specialty papers and foils creating shimmering multi-dimensional effects. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Throughout the session on September 26\, we will examine examples of the history of the craft alongside several contemporary artists such as the atmospheric works of Daniel Karrer and meticulous compositions of Richard Rowan. \nMickey Waring is an art educator\, artist\, and poet. She teaches children and adults\, works in several media\, and has published her poems and an online blog. \nThis event is part of Handwork 2026\, Craft in America’s nationwide semiquincentennial collaboration showcasing the importance of the handmade and celebrating the diversity of craft that defines America. \n$20/person\, $10/METC members\, This adult event is best for age 16 and up.  URL:https://metc.org/event/drop-in-craft-ornament-making/ LOCATION:Education Annex\, 23 Main Street\, Madison\, NJ\, 07940\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://metc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/ornamentmaking-website.png ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of Early Trades & Crafts":MAILTO:coordinator@metc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240106T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240106T150000 DTSTAMP:20230918T151828Z CREATED:20230918T151828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T151828Z UID:25318-1704538800-1704553200@metc.org SUMMARY:Makerspace Saturdays - January DESCRIPTION:Reverse glass painting\, or Hinterglasmalerei\, is an art form where the image is painted on the back of a glass sheet and viewed from the front. Popular across Europe\, Asia\, and Senegal since the 16th century\, this technique flourished in the Renaissance with significant production in 18th Century China and India.In this workshop\, participants will learn the unique logic of working in reverse—applying fine highlights and foreground details first\, then layering mid-tones and backgrounds to create a luminous\, protected finished work. We’ll using acrylic paint\, which dries quickly\, and acrylic pens which work on glass. There will also be experimentation with the backgrounds using specialty papers and foils creating shimmering multi-dimensional effects. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Throughout the session on September 26\, we will examine examples of the history of the craft alongside several contemporary artists such as the atmospheric works of Daniel Karrer and meticulous compositions of Richard Rowan. \nMickey Waring is an art educator\, artist\, and poet. She teaches children and adults\, works in several media\, and has published her poems and an online blog. \nThis event is part of Handwork 2026\, Craft in America’s nationwide semiquincentennial collaboration showcasing the importance of the handmade and celebrating the diversity of craft that defines America. \n$20/person\, $10/METC members\, This adult event is best for age 16 and up.  URL:https://metc.org/event/makerspace-saturdays-january/ LOCATION:Education Annex\, 23 Main Street\, Madison\, NJ\, 07940\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://metc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/METC-Makerspace-Saturdays.png ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of Early Trades & Crafts":MAILTO:coordinator@metc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240115T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240115T150000 DTSTAMP:20231213T190816Z CREATED:20231213T190816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T190816Z UID:25614-1705316400-1705330800@metc.org SUMMARY:School's Out: Winter Wonderland Crafts DESCRIPTION:Reverse glass painting\, or Hinterglasmalerei\, is an art form where the image is painted on the back of a glass sheet and viewed from the front. Popular across Europe\, Asia\, and Senegal since the 16th century\, this technique flourished in the Renaissance with significant production in 18th Century China and India.In this workshop\, participants will learn the unique logic of working in reverse—applying fine highlights and foreground details first\, then layering mid-tones and backgrounds to create a luminous\, protected finished work. We’ll using acrylic paint\, which dries quickly\, and acrylic pens which work on glass. There will also be experimentation with the backgrounds using specialty papers and foils creating shimmering multi-dimensional effects. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Throughout the session on September 26\, we will examine examples of the history of the craft alongside several contemporary artists such as the atmospheric works of Daniel Karrer and meticulous compositions of Richard Rowan. \nMickey Waring is an art educator\, artist\, and poet. She teaches children and adults\, works in several media\, and has published her poems and an online blog. \nThis event is part of Handwork 2026\, Craft in America’s nationwide semiquincentennial collaboration showcasing the importance of the handmade and celebrating the diversity of craft that defines America. \n$20/person\, $10/METC members\, This adult event is best for age 16 and up.  URL:https://metc.org/event/schools-out-winter-wonderland-crafts/ LOCATION:Education Annex\, 23 Main Street\, Madison\, NJ\, 07940\, United States CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://metc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/website.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240129T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240129T210000 DTSTAMP:20231127T193632Z CREATED:20231127T193632Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T193632Z UID:25577-1706551200-1706562000@metc.org SUMMARY:Karaoke Happy Hour DESCRIPTION:Reverse glass painting\, or Hinterglasmalerei\, is an art form where the image is painted on the back of a glass sheet and viewed from the front. Popular across Europe\, Asia\, and Senegal since the 16th century\, this technique flourished in the Renaissance with significant production in 18th Century China and India.In this workshop\, participants will learn the unique logic of working in reverse—applying fine highlights and foreground details first\, then layering mid-tones and backgrounds to create a luminous\, protected finished work. We’ll using acrylic paint\, which dries quickly\, and acrylic pens which work on glass. There will also be experimentation with the backgrounds using specialty papers and foils creating shimmering multi-dimensional effects. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Throughout the session on September 26\, we will examine examples of the history of the craft alongside several contemporary artists such as the atmospheric works of Daniel Karrer and meticulous compositions of Richard Rowan. \nMickey Waring is an art educator\, artist\, and poet. She teaches children and adults\, works in several media\, and has published her poems and an online blog. \nThis event is part of Handwork 2026\, Craft in America’s nationwide semiquincentennial collaboration showcasing the importance of the handmade and celebrating the diversity of craft that defines America. \n$20/person\, $10/METC members\, This adult event is best for age 16 and up.  URL:https://metc.org/event/karaoke-happy-hour/ LOCATION:Double Tap Brewing\, 50 Parsippany Road\, 07981 CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://metc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/happy-hour-web-postponed.png ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of Early Trades & Crafts":MAILTO:coordinator@metc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240203T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240203T150000 DTSTAMP:20230918T151923Z CREATED:20230918T151923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T151923Z UID:25320-1706958000-1706972400@metc.org SUMMARY:Makerspace Saturdays - February DESCRIPTION:Reverse glass painting\, or Hinterglasmalerei\, is an art form where the image is painted on the back of a glass sheet and viewed from the front. Popular across Europe\, Asia\, and Senegal since the 16th century\, this technique flourished in the Renaissance with significant production in 18th Century China and India.In this workshop\, participants will learn the unique logic of working in reverse—applying fine highlights and foreground details first\, then layering mid-tones and backgrounds to create a luminous\, protected finished work. We’ll using acrylic paint\, which dries quickly\, and acrylic pens which work on glass. There will also be experimentation with the backgrounds using specialty papers and foils creating shimmering multi-dimensional effects. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Throughout the session on September 26\, we will examine examples of the history of the craft alongside several contemporary artists such as the atmospheric works of Daniel Karrer and meticulous compositions of Richard Rowan. \nMickey Waring is an art educator\, artist\, and poet. She teaches children and adults\, works in several media\, and has published her poems and an online blog. \nThis event is part of Handwork 2026\, Craft in America’s nationwide semiquincentennial collaboration showcasing the importance of the handmade and celebrating the diversity of craft that defines America. \n$20/person\, $10/METC members\, This adult event is best for age 16 and up.  URL:https://metc.org/event/makerspace-saturdays-february/ LOCATION:Education Annex\, 23 Main Street\, Madison\, NJ\, 07940\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://metc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/METC-Makerspace-Saturdays.png ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of Early Trades & Crafts":MAILTO:coordinator@metc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T153000 DTSTAMP:20240123T185253Z CREATED:20240123T185253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T185253Z UID:25781-1707570000-1707579000@metc.org SUMMARY:Truffle Making DESCRIPTION:Reverse glass painting\, or Hinterglasmalerei\, is an art form where the image is painted on the back of a glass sheet and viewed from the front. Popular across Europe\, Asia\, and Senegal since the 16th century\, this technique flourished in the Renaissance with significant production in 18th Century China and India.In this workshop\, participants will learn the unique logic of working in reverse—applying fine highlights and foreground details first\, then layering mid-tones and backgrounds to create a luminous\, protected finished work. We’ll using acrylic paint\, which dries quickly\, and acrylic pens which work on glass. There will also be experimentation with the backgrounds using specialty papers and foils creating shimmering multi-dimensional effects. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Throughout the session on September 26\, we will examine examples of the history of the craft alongside several contemporary artists such as the atmospheric works of Daniel Karrer and meticulous compositions of Richard Rowan. \nMickey Waring is an art educator\, artist\, and poet. She teaches children and adults\, works in several media\, and has published her poems and an online blog. \nThis event is part of Handwork 2026\, Craft in America’s nationwide semiquincentennial collaboration showcasing the importance of the handmade and celebrating the diversity of craft that defines America. \n$20/person\, $10/METC members\, This adult event is best for age 16 and up.  URL:https://metc.org/event/truffle-making/ LOCATION:Education Annex\, 23 Main Street\, Madison\, NJ\, 07940\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://metc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/sold-out.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240215T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240215T213000 DTSTAMP:20231127T193849Z CREATED:20231127T193849Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T193849Z UID:25583-1708020000-1708032600@metc.org SUMMARY:Galentine's Paint and Sip DESCRIPTION:Reverse glass painting\, or Hinterglasmalerei\, is an art form where the image is painted on the back of a glass sheet and viewed from the front. Popular across Europe\, Asia\, and Senegal since the 16th century\, this technique flourished in the Renaissance with significant production in 18th Century China and India.In this workshop\, participants will learn the unique logic of working in reverse—applying fine highlights and foreground details first\, then layering mid-tones and backgrounds to create a luminous\, protected finished work. We’ll using acrylic paint\, which dries quickly\, and acrylic pens which work on glass. There will also be experimentation with the backgrounds using specialty papers and foils creating shimmering multi-dimensional effects. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Throughout the session on September 26\, we will examine examples of the history of the craft alongside several contemporary artists such as the atmospheric works of Daniel Karrer and meticulous compositions of Richard Rowan. \nMickey Waring is an art educator\, artist\, and poet. She teaches children and adults\, works in several media\, and has published her poems and an online blog. \nThis event is part of Handwork 2026\, Craft in America’s nationwide semiquincentennial collaboration showcasing the importance of the handmade and celebrating the diversity of craft that defines America. \n$20/person\, $10/METC members\, This adult event is best for age 16 and up.  URL:https://metc.org/event/galentines-paint-and-sip/ LOCATION:Education Annex\, 23 Main Street\, Madison\, NJ\, 07940\, United States CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://metc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/galentines-post.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240219T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240219T150000 DTSTAMP:20231219T183740Z CREATED:20231219T183740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T183740Z UID:25647-1708340400-1708354800@metc.org SUMMARY:School's Out: February 19 Craft DESCRIPTION:Reverse glass painting\, or Hinterglasmalerei\, is an art form where the image is painted on the back of a glass sheet and viewed from the front. Popular across Europe\, Asia\, and Senegal since the 16th century\, this technique flourished in the Renaissance with significant production in 18th Century China and India.In this workshop\, participants will learn the unique logic of working in reverse—applying fine highlights and foreground details first\, then layering mid-tones and backgrounds to create a luminous\, protected finished work. We’ll using acrylic paint\, which dries quickly\, and acrylic pens which work on glass. There will also be experimentation with the backgrounds using specialty papers and foils creating shimmering multi-dimensional effects. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Throughout the session on September 26\, we will examine examples of the history of the craft alongside several contemporary artists such as the atmospheric works of Daniel Karrer and meticulous compositions of Richard Rowan. \nMickey Waring is an art educator\, artist\, and poet. She teaches children and adults\, works in several media\, and has published her poems and an online blog. \nThis event is part of Handwork 2026\, Craft in America’s nationwide semiquincentennial collaboration showcasing the importance of the handmade and celebrating the diversity of craft that defines America. \n$20/person\, $10/METC members\, This adult event is best for age 16 and up.  URL:https://metc.org/event/schools-out-feb/ LOCATION:Education Annex\, 23 Main Street\, Madison\, NJ\, 07940\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://metc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/website-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240302T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240302T150000 DTSTAMP:20230918T152012Z CREATED:20230918T152012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T152012Z UID:25322-1709377200-1709391600@metc.org SUMMARY:Makerspace Saturdays - March DESCRIPTION:Reverse glass painting\, or Hinterglasmalerei\, is an art form where the image is painted on the back of a glass sheet and viewed from the front. Popular across Europe\, Asia\, and Senegal since the 16th century\, this technique flourished in the Renaissance with significant production in 18th Century China and India.In this workshop\, participants will learn the unique logic of working in reverse—applying fine highlights and foreground details first\, then layering mid-tones and backgrounds to create a luminous\, protected finished work. We’ll using acrylic paint\, which dries quickly\, and acrylic pens which work on glass. There will also be experimentation with the backgrounds using specialty papers and foils creating shimmering multi-dimensional effects. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Throughout the session on September 26\, we will examine examples of the history of the craft alongside several contemporary artists such as the atmospheric works of Daniel Karrer and meticulous compositions of Richard Rowan. \nMickey Waring is an art educator\, artist\, and poet. She teaches children and adults\, works in several media\, and has published her poems and an online blog. \nThis event is part of Handwork 2026\, Craft in America’s nationwide semiquincentennial collaboration showcasing the importance of the handmade and celebrating the diversity of craft that defines America. \n$20/person\, $10/METC members\, This adult event is best for age 16 and up.  URL:https://metc.org/event/makerspace-saturdays-march/ LOCATION:Education Annex\, 23 Main Street\, Madison\, NJ\, 07940\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://metc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/METC-Makerspace-Saturdays.png ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of Early Trades & Crafts":MAILTO:coordinator@metc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240316T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240316T150000 DTSTAMP:20240126T171023Z CREATED:20240126T171023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T171023Z UID:25801-1710586800-1710601200@metc.org SUMMARY:Makers Day DESCRIPTION:Reverse glass painting\, or Hinterglasmalerei\, is an art form where the image is painted on the back of a glass sheet and viewed from the front. Popular across Europe\, Asia\, and Senegal since the 16th century\, this technique flourished in the Renaissance with significant production in 18th Century China and India.In this workshop\, participants will learn the unique logic of working in reverse—applying fine highlights and foreground details first\, then layering mid-tones and backgrounds to create a luminous\, protected finished work. We’ll using acrylic paint\, which dries quickly\, and acrylic pens which work on glass. There will also be experimentation with the backgrounds using specialty papers and foils creating shimmering multi-dimensional effects. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Throughout the session on September 26\, we will examine examples of the history of the craft alongside several contemporary artists such as the atmospheric works of Daniel Karrer and meticulous compositions of Richard Rowan. \nMickey Waring is an art educator\, artist\, and poet. She teaches children and adults\, works in several media\, and has published her poems and an online blog. \nThis event is part of Handwork 2026\, Craft in America’s nationwide semiquincentennial collaboration showcasing the importance of the handmade and celebrating the diversity of craft that defines America. \n$20/person\, $10/METC members\, This adult event is best for age 16 and up.  URL:https://metc.org/event/makers-day/ LOCATION:Education Annex\, 23 Main Street\, Madison\, NJ\, 07940\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://metc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/website-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240328T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240328T193000 DTSTAMP:20240201T175612Z CREATED:20240201T175612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T175612Z UID:25921-1711648800-1711654200@metc.org SUMMARY:Cabaret Coffeehouse DESCRIPTION:Reverse glass painting\, or Hinterglasmalerei\, is an art form where the image is painted on the back of a glass sheet and viewed from the front. Popular across Europe\, Asia\, and Senegal since the 16th century\, this technique flourished in the Renaissance with significant production in 18th Century China and India.In this workshop\, participants will learn the unique logic of working in reverse—applying fine highlights and foreground details first\, then layering mid-tones and backgrounds to create a luminous\, protected finished work. We’ll using acrylic paint\, which dries quickly\, and acrylic pens which work on glass. There will also be experimentation with the backgrounds using specialty papers and foils creating shimmering multi-dimensional effects. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Throughout the session on September 26\, we will examine examples of the history of the craft alongside several contemporary artists such as the atmospheric works of Daniel Karrer and meticulous compositions of Richard Rowan. \nMickey Waring is an art educator\, artist\, and poet. She teaches children and adults\, works in several media\, and has published her poems and an online blog. \nThis event is part of Handwork 2026\, Craft in America’s nationwide semiquincentennial collaboration showcasing the importance of the handmade and celebrating the diversity of craft that defines America. \n$20/person\, $10/METC members\, This adult event is best for age 16 and up.  URL:https://metc.org/event/cabaret-coffeehouse/ LOCATION:Education Annex\, 23 Main Street\, Madison\, NJ\, 07940\, United States CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://metc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/cabaret-coffeehouse-release.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T150000 DTSTAMP:20230918T152049Z CREATED:20230918T152049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T152049Z UID:25324-1712401200-1712415600@metc.org SUMMARY:Makerspace Saturdays - April DESCRIPTION:Reverse glass painting\, or Hinterglasmalerei\, is an art form where the image is painted on the back of a glass sheet and viewed from the front. Popular across Europe\, Asia\, and Senegal since the 16th century\, this technique flourished in the Renaissance with significant production in 18th Century China and India.In this workshop\, participants will learn the unique logic of working in reverse—applying fine highlights and foreground details first\, then layering mid-tones and backgrounds to create a luminous\, protected finished work. We’ll using acrylic paint\, which dries quickly\, and acrylic pens which work on glass. There will also be experimentation with the backgrounds using specialty papers and foils creating shimmering multi-dimensional effects. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Throughout the session on September 26\, we will examine examples of the history of the craft alongside several contemporary artists such as the atmospheric works of Daniel Karrer and meticulous compositions of Richard Rowan. \nMickey Waring is an art educator\, artist\, and poet. She teaches children and adults\, works in several media\, and has published her poems and an online blog. \nThis event is part of Handwork 2026\, Craft in America’s nationwide semiquincentennial collaboration showcasing the importance of the handmade and celebrating the diversity of craft that defines America. \n$20/person\, $10/METC members\, This adult event is best for age 16 and up.  URL:https://metc.org/event/makerspace-saturdays-april/ LOCATION:Education Annex\, 23 Main Street\, Madison\, NJ\, 07940\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://metc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/METC-Makerspace-Saturdays.png ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of Early Trades & Crafts":MAILTO:coordinator@metc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T203000 DTSTAMP:20240221T175948Z CREATED:20240221T175948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240221T175948Z UID:25996-1712775600-1712781000@metc.org SUMMARY:A Celebration of Poetry and Native Plants DESCRIPTION:Reverse glass painting\, or Hinterglasmalerei\, is an art form where the image is painted on the back of a glass sheet and viewed from the front. Popular across Europe\, Asia\, and Senegal since the 16th century\, this technique flourished in the Renaissance with significant production in 18th Century China and India.In this workshop\, participants will learn the unique logic of working in reverse—applying fine highlights and foreground details first\, then layering mid-tones and backgrounds to create a luminous\, protected finished work. We’ll using acrylic paint\, which dries quickly\, and acrylic pens which work on glass. There will also be experimentation with the backgrounds using specialty papers and foils creating shimmering multi-dimensional effects. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Throughout the session on September 26\, we will examine examples of the history of the craft alongside several contemporary artists such as the atmospheric works of Daniel Karrer and meticulous compositions of Richard Rowan. \nMickey Waring is an art educator\, artist\, and poet. She teaches children and adults\, works in several media\, and has published her poems and an online blog. \nThis event is part of Handwork 2026\, Craft in America’s nationwide semiquincentennial collaboration showcasing the importance of the handmade and celebrating the diversity of craft that defines America. \n$20/person\, $10/METC members\, This adult event is best for age 16 and up.  URL:https://metc.org/event/poetry-and-plants/ LOCATION:Education Annex\, 23 Main Street\, Madison\, NJ\, 07940\, United States CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://metc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/website.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T160000 DTSTAMP:20240226T172103Z CREATED:20240226T172103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T172103Z UID:26025-1713272400-1713283200@metc.org SUMMARY:Craft Club: Spring Crafts DESCRIPTION:Reverse glass painting\, or Hinterglasmalerei\, is an art form where the image is painted on the back of a glass sheet and viewed from the front. Popular across Europe\, Asia\, and Senegal since the 16th century\, this technique flourished in the Renaissance with significant production in 18th Century China and India.In this workshop\, participants will learn the unique logic of working in reverse—applying fine highlights and foreground details first\, then layering mid-tones and backgrounds to create a luminous\, protected finished work. We’ll using acrylic paint\, which dries quickly\, and acrylic pens which work on glass. There will also be experimentation with the backgrounds using specialty papers and foils creating shimmering multi-dimensional effects. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Throughout the session on September 26\, we will examine examples of the history of the craft alongside several contemporary artists such as the atmospheric works of Daniel Karrer and meticulous compositions of Richard Rowan. \nMickey Waring is an art educator\, artist\, and poet. She teaches children and adults\, works in several media\, and has published her poems and an online blog. \nThis event is part of Handwork 2026\, Craft in America’s nationwide semiquincentennial collaboration showcasing the importance of the handmade and celebrating the diversity of craft that defines America. \n$20/person\, $10/METC members\, This adult event is best for age 16 and up.  URL:https://metc.org/event/spring-crafts/ LOCATION:Education Annex\, 23 Main Street\, Madison\, NJ\, 07940\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://metc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/craft-club-spring-craft-april-16.png ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of Early Trades & Crafts":MAILTO:coordinator@metc.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR