EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

The GoggleWorks offers a number of events and activities that are open to the community at large, that provide an opportunity to become better acquainted with the GoggleWorks facilities. Check out our events below:

Save the Dates

Derby Day | May 1, 2010

Join us at the Mint Julep Bar, view the Kentuck Derby and root for your horse in our widescreen theatre. Graze at the Gourmet Buffet, play games and win prizes. Enjoy live music and equestrian art. Derby Hat Contest.(Winner takes home trophy for most illustrious hat)

Early Bird registration: $50
Day of Event at the door: $75

Design, Drink & Be Merry | June 26, 2010

The Art of the Craft Brew Movement Exhibiton & Beer Tasting Event is coming!
View the only exhibition in the country devoted exclusively to art created by America´s craft breweries while enjoying an evening of entertainment with music, food, a silent auction, coaster-flipping contest and fantastic craft beer from the most successful
breweries in the country, including Dogfish Head, Shmaltz, Long Trail, and Flying Dog,
just to name a few.
$25 per ticket for the main event from 6 - 8pm
$75 per VIP ticket for the preview from 5 - 6pm; includes tasting and souvenirs.

5th Anniversary Gala | September 11, 2010

Help us celebrate the 5th anniversay of the GoggleWorks!
Don´t miss this unique occasion to celebrate and support GoggleWorks. Indulge in
cocktails, hors d´oeuvres, wine and beer, a fabulous dinner, music and entertainment, live and silent auctions, and very special art.
$125 per ticket

Family Halloween Studio Crawl | October 31, 2010

Calling all kids…come in costume for an evening of “Halloween” fun for the entire family. Trick-or-treat with the artists in their studios, eat spooky snacks, drink scary punch, enjoy the art, make your own art project, and win prizes. Make the most of a "safe," productive Halloween!
New Event - $ TBD per ticket

Get It While It's Hot | November 20, 2010

Hot Glass art created by internationally
known artists!
Enjoy the crowd, the fire, the food, and spectacular Hot Glass art objects created by internationally known artists while you watch and bid on your favorite glass art. Become energized when those items are auctioned. Get caught up in the bidding and take home a one-of-a-kind glass treasure.
$35 per ticket

Second Sundays at the GoggleWorks

Visit the GoggleWorks open house event on the Second Sunday of every month. Join community members and visitors from near and far to frolic in the creative and dynamic atmosphere of the GoggleWorks. Second Sundays activities include:

• Listening to live music throughout the day.
• Enjoying the spontaneity of a walk-in workshop in hot glass, ceramics, or jewelry.

Fascinating the child in your life with a FREE make-and-take project.

Exploring all the buildings on the GoggleWorks campus and all five floors of the main building, which contain 34 artist studios, galleries, arts and cultural organizations.

You also won´t be able to resist the consumption of the delicious delicacies at the Cucina Café.

First Thursdays at the GoggleWorks

GoggleWorks hosts opening every First Thursday of the month. First Thursdays are a monthly arts event at the GoggleWorks and the many galleries in the nearby Reading, West Reading and Wyomissing areas. First Thursday activities include:

Complimentary refreshments, entertainment, and, of course, a whole city block of art
Contact us at info@goggleworks.org if you have any questions about our upcoming activities.