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SUMMARY:Annual Membership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Annual Membership Meeting here at the Museum\nThursday\, November 7th\, 2024   \n6:30pm\nWe will be discussing our goals for the year to come including \n fundraising workshops\, display and exhibit updates\, and facilities improvements. \nOfficers will not be voted on as we will be starting the 2nd of the three-year election cycle. \nUpdates from various committee members will touch on what we have accomplished this past year which include bottle show and outreach event summaries\, workshop outcomes\, significant collection acquisitions and completed conservation projects.  \nWe also want to introduce and welcome our new \nExecutive Director\, Chris Leonard \n    
URL:https://nationalbottlemuseum.org/event/annual-membership-meeting/
LOCATION:National Bottle Museum\, 76 Milton Avenue\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250331
DTSTAMP:20260404T095109
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T194158Z
UID:1554-1739318400-1743379199@nationalbottlemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Presidents of the United States Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Since the beginning of our republic\, U.S. Presidents have been popular subjects of commemoratives\, souvenirs\, and tchotchkes. This exhibit in our front window uses bottles\, glass plates\, historic flasks\, and commemoratives from the 1960s and 1970s to trace presidents from George Washington to James E. Carter (a one-time member of our organization).This exhibit was created to celebrate President’s Day\, honor the passing of President Carter\, and to observe the inauguration of the new President.A temporary exhibit\, Presidents of the United States will run through the end of March.
URL:https://nationalbottlemuseum.org/event/presidents-of-the-united-states-exhibit/
LOCATION:National Bottle Museum\, 76 Milton Avenue\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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ORGANIZER;CN="The National Bottle Museum":MAILTO:info@nationalbottlemuseum.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250502
DTSTAMP:20260404T095109
CREATED:20250212T193802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T153532Z
UID:1556-1739318400-1746143999@nationalbottlemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Lost Regional Sodas Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Whether called soda\, pop\, tonic\, or even coke\, for most of the 18th and 19th centuries\, towns\, cities and regions had their own popular local soft drinks. Most were created by and sold through small bottling houses based on local flavors and regional character. \n\n\n\n\nDuring the 1950s-1970s\, most of these bottlers were purchased by larger companies like Pepsi and either closed or shifted to make that company’s beverages. When the regional drinks did not find popularity with a larger audience\, they were discontinued. \n\n\n\nWhile some regional sodas like Moxie\, Cheerwine\, and Ale 8-one are still available\, most were gone before the end of the 1980s. We celebrate many of these lost sodas in this exhibit.
URL:https://nationalbottlemuseum.org/event/lost-regional-sodas-exhibit/
LOCATION:National Bottle Museum\, 76 Milton Avenue\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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ORGANIZER;CN="The National Bottle Museum":MAILTO:info@nationalbottlemuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095109
CREATED:20250212T194700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T220553Z
UID:1561-1740823200-1740844800@nationalbottlemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Open Call Show Submission Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Any size or medium is accepted. All themes or genres accepted. \nEntry Deadline March 1 at 4:00pm \nEntry Fee $25 for up to 4 works of art \nGallery Commission on sales 25% \nAll submitted art must be gallery ready for wall hanging or pedestal display. \nAll artwork is accepted upon the approval of The National Bottle Museum. \nAll artwork must remain on display throughout the duration of the show. \nThis is an all ages museum and gallery. Please consider that when submitting art.
URL:https://nationalbottlemuseum.org/event/comic-art-gallery-show-submission-deadline/
LOCATION:JRM Artists’ Space\, 76 Milton Ave\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artists' Space
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250308
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250420
DTSTAMP:20260404T095109
CREATED:20250212T190248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T180128Z
UID:1538-1741392000-1745107199@nationalbottlemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Spring Open Call Gallery Show
DESCRIPTION:22 local artists and 75 pieces of art are the focus of this open call show. Media types include oil\, acrylic\, watercolors\, photography\, mixed media collages\, cyanotype\, gouache\, dye on paper\, alcohol ink\, and steam-punk art. There’s a little something for everyone in this show\, which runs through April 19. Artist’s reception is March 19 from 2-4 PM.
URL:https://nationalbottlemuseum.org/event/spring-open-gallery-showcase/
LOCATION:JRM Artists’ Space\, 76 Milton Ave\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artists' Space
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095109
CREATED:20250212T185709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T221303Z
UID:1533-1742652000-1742652000@nationalbottlemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Artist's Reception for Open Call Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Come meet the artists whose work is featured in our Open Call showcase.
URL:https://nationalbottlemuseum.org/event/comic-art/
LOCATION:JRM Artists’ Space\, 76 Milton Ave\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artists' Space
ORGANIZER;CN="The National Bottle Museum":MAILTO:info@nationalbottlemuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095109
CREATED:20250404T165643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T165643Z
UID:1611-1743753600-1753981200@nationalbottlemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Spatter Glass
DESCRIPTION:Spatter glass is a variegated handblown or mold-blown art glass\, also known as end-of-day\, mottled overlay glass\, and splashed glass. The spatter glass technique has been used for millennia\, dating back to the Romans. Spatter glass is produced by rolling hot blown glass over small pieces or chips of colored glass. Lesser quality and reproduction pieces can be identified as the “spatter” is painted on the exterior.
URL:https://nationalbottlemuseum.org/event/spatter-glass/
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250426
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250427
DTSTAMP:20260404T095109
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T195050Z
UID:1563-1745625600-1745711999@nationalbottlemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Submission Deadline for The Garden Walk Gallery Showcase
DESCRIPTION:For this show we will be creating a garden experience with art as well as live garden displays. \nArt might be displayed on floors or walls so consider that when submitting. \nEntry Deadline April 26 4:00pm \nEntry Fee $25 for up to 4 works of art \nGallery Commission on sales 25% \nAll submitted art must be gallery ready for wall hanging or pedestal display. \nAny size or medium is accepted. \nAll artwork is accepted upon the approval of The National Bottle Museum. \nAll artwork must remain on display throughout the duration of the show. \nThis is an all ages museum and gallery. Please consider that when submitting art.
URL:https://nationalbottlemuseum.org/event/submission-deadline-for-the-garden-walk-gallery-shhowcase/
LOCATION:JRM Artists’ Space\, 76 Milton Ave\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artists' Space
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250503
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250525
DTSTAMP:20260404T095109
CREATED:20250212T190605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T152240Z
UID:1540-1746230400-1748131199@nationalbottlemuseum.org
SUMMARY:The Garden Walk
DESCRIPTION:The Garden Walk features 30 artists and 108 works of art. In addition\, the gallery space will be converted into strolling garden with plants\, steppingstones and the like. It is an event not to be missed.
URL:https://nationalbottlemuseum.org/event/the-garden-walk/
LOCATION:JRM Artists’ Space\, 76 Milton Ave\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artists' Space
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095109
CREATED:20250220T153340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T152446Z
UID:1591-1746604800-1763226000@nationalbottlemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Bottles & Baseball: The Glass History of America's Pastime
DESCRIPTION:From its beginnings in the 1840s\, Major League Baseball\, America’s Pastime\, his been intertwined with glass bottles. Whether its bottles of beer or soda poured at the ballpark\, to whiskey bottles and decanters telling stories of the game\, to bottles for everyday products that connect to the popularity and heritage of the game. This exhibition focuses on this relationship\, bottles created for the game; and how baseball\, bottles\, and advertising connect with the public in meaningful ways.
URL:https://nationalbottlemuseum.org/event/bottles-baseball-a-glass-history-of-americas-pastime/
LOCATION:National Bottle Museum\, 76 Milton Avenue\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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ORGANIZER;CN="The National Bottle Museum":MAILTO:info@nationalbottlemuseum.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095109
CREATED:20250212T190854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T165453Z
UID:1542-1746885600-1747497600@nationalbottlemuseum.org
SUMMARY:The Garden Walk Artist's Reception
DESCRIPTION:Come meet the artists whose work appears in The Garden Walk gallery show.
URL:https://nationalbottlemuseum.org/event/the-garden-walk-artists-reception/
LOCATION:JRM Artists’ Space\, 76 Milton Ave\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artists' Space
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250601
DTSTAMP:20260404T095109
CREATED:20250212T195905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T195947Z
UID:1566-1748649600-1748735999@nationalbottlemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Deadline for Submission for The Art of the Bottle VIII
DESCRIPTION:Our annual art show showcasing Bottles\, or parts of bottles. \nAll submitted art must depict or use bottles or parts of bottles in it’s creation. \nEntry Deadline May 31 4:00pm \nEntry Fee $25 for up to 4 works of art \nGallery Commission on sales 25% \nAll submitted art must be gallery ready for wall hanging or pedestal display. \nAny size or medium is accepted as long as the parameters of the show are followed. \nAll artwork is accepted upon the approval of The National Bottle Museum. \nAll artwork must remain on display throughout the duration of the show. \nThis is an all ages museum and gallery. Please consider that when submitting art.
URL:https://nationalbottlemuseum.org/event/deadline-for-submission-for-the-art-of-the-bottle-viii/
LOCATION:JRM Artists’ Space\, 76 Milton Ave\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artists' Space
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095109
CREATED:20250208T164537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250208T170328Z
UID:1511-1748768400-1748786400@nationalbottlemuseum.org
SUMMARY:45th Annual Saratoga Bottle Show and Sale
DESCRIPTION:45th Annual Saratoga Antique Bottle Show & Sale\nProudly presented by the National Bottle Museum\n\nDoors open to the Public at 9 AM.Show Runs until 2 PM.\n\nAdmission:Adults – $5Children 16-under – FreeEarly Admission (8 AM) – $20\n\nVendor Space is Still Available!
URL:https://nationalbottlemuseum.org/event/45th-annual-saratoga-bottle-show-and-sale/
LOCATION:The Saratoga County Fairgrounds & Expo Center\, 162 Prospect St\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bottle Shows
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ORGANIZER;CN="The National Bottle Museum":MAILTO:info@nationalbottlemuseum.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250607
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250706
DTSTAMP:20260404T095109
CREATED:20250212T191139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T181333Z
UID:1544-1749254400-1751759999@nationalbottlemuseum.org
SUMMARY:The Art of the Bottle VIII
DESCRIPTION:Our annual art show featuring art that focuses on\, or includes bottles in its creation.
URL:https://nationalbottlemuseum.org/event/the-art-of-the-bottle-viii/
LOCATION:JRM Artists’ Space\, 76 Milton Ave\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artists' Space
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095109
CREATED:20250212T191758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T191830Z
UID:1546-1749304800-1749312000@nationalbottlemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Artist's Reception for The Art of the Bottle VIII
DESCRIPTION:Come on by the Jan Rutland Memorial Art Gallery to meet the artists whose work is featured in The Art of the Bottle VIII.
URL:https://nationalbottlemuseum.org/event/arts-reception-for-the-art-of-the-bottle-viii/
LOCATION:JRM Artists’ Space\, 76 Milton Ave\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artists' Space
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095109
CREATED:20250626T170620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T170620Z
UID:1647-1750959000-1750966200@nationalbottlemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Artists Reception for Three Concurrent Shows
DESCRIPTION:Artist’s Reception Tonight in the Jan Rutland Memorial Art Space at the National Bottle Museum!\n\n\nFrom 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM\, we will be celebrating the art and artists participating in our three concurrent shows:\n\n\nThe Garden Walk\nArt of the Bottle VIII\nBallston Spa Visions by Stu Eichel\n\n\nLight refreshments will be served.
URL:https://nationalbottlemuseum.org/event/artists-reception-for-three-concurrent-shows/
LOCATION:JRM Artists’ Space\, 76 Milton Ave\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250710
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250711
DTSTAMP:20260404T095109
CREATED:20250626T170823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T170823Z
UID:1650-1752105600-1752191999@nationalbottlemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Submission Deadline for Summer 2025 Open Call Show
DESCRIPTION:Open to all forms of display art in any medium or theme. \nEntry Deadline July 10 4:00pm \nEntry Fee $25 for up to 4 works of art \nGallery Commission on sales 25% \nAll submitted art must be gallery ready for wall hanging or pedestal display. \nAny size or medium is accepted. \nAll artwork is accepted upon the approval of The National Bottle Museum. \nAll artwork must remain on display throughout the duration of the show. \nThis is an all ages museum and gallery. Please consider that when submitting art. \nArtists’ Reception to be announced
URL:https://nationalbottlemuseum.org/event/submission-deadline-for-summer-2025-open-call-show/
CATEGORIES:Artists' Space
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250719
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251005
DTSTAMP:20260404T095109
CREATED:20250212T192158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T172721Z
UID:1550-1752883200-1759622399@nationalbottlemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Summer 2025 Open Call Gallery Show
DESCRIPTION:Our Summer 2025 Open Call Showcase includes over 100 pieces of art from 30 local artists. We have it all: photography\, alcohol ink pieces\, dye on paper\, watercolors\, oils\, acrylics\, mixed media pieces\, metal statuary\, gouache\, and pen & ink work. There’s a little something for everyone in this show\, which runs through October 4. The artists’ reception will take place on Saturday\, August 23 from 2-4pm.
URL:https://nationalbottlemuseum.org/event/summer-2025-open-call-gallery-show/
LOCATION:JRM Artists’ Space\, 76 Milton Ave\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artists' Space
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095109
CREATED:20250730T151206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T151206Z
UID:1693-1755957600-1755964800@nationalbottlemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Artists Reception for the Summer 2025 Open Call SHow
DESCRIPTION:The artists’ reception for the Summer 2025 Open Call Show is Saturday\, August 23 from 2-4pm. Come out and meet the artists and talk to them about their work. Light refreshments will be served.
URL:https://nationalbottlemuseum.org/event/artists-reception-for-the-summer-2025-open-call-show/
LOCATION:JRM Artists’ Space\, 76 Milton Ave\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artists' Space
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095109
CREATED:20250719T143632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T145345Z
UID:1682-1758970800-1758985200@nationalbottlemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Blue Star Family Welcome Week Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Blue Star Families will receive free entry to the museum and receive a free “orphan” bottle. At 2 PM\, Chris Leonard\, the Executive Director of the National Bottle Museum will give a talk on “Bottles & the Military” including early glass canteens from the Civil War era through bottles produced to support the World War II war effort.
URL:https://nationalbottlemuseum.org/event/blue-star-family-welcome-week-celebration/
LOCATION:National Bottle Museum\, 76 Milton Avenue\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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ORGANIZER;CN="The National Bottle Museum":MAILTO:info@nationalbottlemuseum.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095109
CREATED:20251002T180916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T180916Z
UID:1716-1759392000-1759424400@nationalbottlemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Dine to Donate at the Speckled Pig Brewing Co.
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Dine to Donate at the Speckled Pig Brewing Co. on Sunday October 12 from 12 PM to 8 PM. For every beer and pizza sold on that day\, $1 will be donated to the National Bottle Museum. Stop by our table to learn more about the museum and our upcoming events\, and to enter the 50/50 raffle. Winners need not be present at the time of the drawing. \nWe are honored to work with the Speckled Pig Brewing Company on this endeavor. \nThe Speckled Pig Brewing Co. is located at 11 Washington Street in Ballston Spa\, NY.
URL:https://nationalbottlemuseum.org/event/dine-to-donate-at-the-speckled-pig-brewing-co/
CATEGORIES:Fundraisers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095109
CREATED:20250718T135009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T172153Z
UID:1675-1760176800-1760198400@nationalbottlemuseum.org
SUMMARY:Submission Deadline for The Challenge Showcase
DESCRIPTION:All entries for The Challenge Showcase must be received by 4 PM on Saturday\, October 11  \n–Art is accepted during museum hours\, any time prior to the entry deadline. Please bring your art pieces to the National Bottle Museum. There is parking behind the museum for easy drop-off. The museum is open Wed-Sat\, 10am-4pm.\n–Entry fee is typically $25 per artist (regardless of number of pieces submitted)\, payable at art drop-off by cash\, check\, or card. Checks made out to National Bottle Museum. Any change in entry fee will be noted in show announcement.\n–Ensure that all art is gallery ready upon drop off. Pieces should be framed (if necessary)\, with appropriate hardware for hanging. Wire is preferred over sawtooth hangers.\n–All pieces must be labeled on the back with the artist’s name and the title of the art.\n–Entry forms are typically emailed out by Fred when the show is announced. If you are not on the mailing list or do not have an entry form\, blank forms are available at the museum at drop-off. Please be prepared to fill out forms with art title\, medium\, and price for each piece.\n–All art must remain on display for the full duration of the scheduled show. The earliest that art can be picked up is Wednesday of the week following the end of the show. Art will not be repacked by museum or gallery staff.\n–There is a 25% commission taken on all sales\, to benefit the National Bottle Museum.
URL:https://nationalbottlemuseum.org/event/submission-deadline-for-the-challenge-showcase/
LOCATION:JRM Artists’ Space\, 76 Milton Ave\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artists' Space
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251018
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251123
DTSTAMP:20260404T095109
CREATED:20250212T192627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T175959Z
UID:1552-1760745600-1763855999@nationalbottlemuseum.org
SUMMARY:"The Challenge" Gallery Showcase
DESCRIPTION:“The Challenge” Gallery Showcase is open in the Jan Rutland Memorial Artists Space at the National Bottle Museum. This unique show challenged artists to submit works of art in mediums with which they had little or no experience. The resulting artworks are truly impressive!\n\n\n\nWe have 26 pieces on display from 12 artists.\, with works in watercolors\, ink on paper\, acrylic monoprint\, oil collage\, metal flashing\, gouache\, hand stitched pieces\, hand colored photography\, mixed media and more.\n\n\n\nThe show runs through November 22\, and the Artists Reception is November 15.
URL:https://nationalbottlemuseum.org/event/the-challenge-gallery-show/
LOCATION:JRM Artists’ Space\, 76 Milton Ave\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artists' Space
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T200000
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SUMMARY:Mystery Night: Murder at the Museum
DESCRIPTION:Mr. Andrew Bottle\, a wealthy collector has been found dead. The police are baffled. What we need are new detectives to help us solve the murder. Do you think you have what it takes? You’ll need to follow the clues and shine a light on the evidence to find the murderer. Those who succeed in solving the mystery will be rewarded with their choice of an “Orphan” Bottle ($5 value) \n$5 to take part in the event. Children 12 and under and Family & Friends Members of the National Bottle Museum are free. No registration needed. \nPlease note\, this is the same murder we hosted two years ago.
URL:https://nationalbottlemuseum.org/event/mystery-night-murder-at-the-museum/
LOCATION:National Bottle Museum\, 76 Milton Avenue\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095109
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SUMMARY:Making Beach Glass Jewelry with Marla Cohen
DESCRIPTION:DATE CHANGE: Making Beach Glass Jewelry with Marla Cohen will now take place on Saturday November 8th at 12 PM. \nWhether you call it Beach Glass or Sea Glass\, everyone loves it! Beautiful pieces of man-made glass lost in the ocean and have been tumbled and shaped by waves\, weathered by the sun\, and worn by salt and other elements in sea water that wash up on the shore for the taking. \nJoin us for this special program where you will learn how to work with beach glass and walk out with a new piece of jewelry! Marla Cohen is a professional artist whose beach glass work is currently on exhibition at the Chafee Art Center in Rutland\, Vermont. Since it’s dinner time\, please bring a potluck dish – homemade or purchased – to share with the group. \nTo register for the workshop: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/MEL5CTEEB3ATU \nAbout Marla \nMarla Cohen currently lives in Rutland\, Vermont. She works in in-home healthcare and makes jewelry on the side. Marla is a distance runner who turned to walking after an injury. In 2016\, she moved to Palm Beach\, Florida to be with her mother in her final days. Long walks on dirt roads became long walks on beaches. \nAlways observant\, she noticed her first piece of sea glass after a hurricane. From there\, the hunt was on. Marla spent nearly 4 years walking private beaches on Palm Beach Island collecting sea glass. She learned to read tide charts and shorelines to discover where and when glass collects on the shore. \nMarla worked as a floral designer in Palm Beach Gardens\, FL. Her employer asked her if she would teach jewelry classes to adults and children. She learned the basics of component jewelry making and went on to teach for the remainder of her time in Florida. \nUnfortunately\, she was diagnosed with Mononucleosis. With no energy to do anything she hunkered down and learned more advanced wiring and design techniques. While threading beads it occurred to her that she could use sea glass if it had a hole in it. And from there she was off. Marla took advanced courses in pearl knotting and Dremel technique. Marla tied art and technique together… wiring technique and found objects. And she has never looked back.
URL:https://nationalbottlemuseum.org/event/making-beach-glass-jewelry-with-marla-cohen/
LOCATION:National Bottle Museum\, 76 Milton Avenue\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095109
CREATED:20251018T175219Z
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SUMMARY:Artists Reception for "The Challenge" Gallery Showcase
DESCRIPTION:The artists reception for “The Challenge” Gallery Showcase is Saturday\, November 15 from 2 PM to 4 PM in the Jan Rutland Memorial Artists’ Space at the National Bottle Museum. Come and meet the artists\, talk to them about the challenges of creating visual art in media in which they generally do not work\, and maybe pick up something nice to enliven your home. \nThere is no admission fee\, and light refreshments will be served. \nFor more details\, check the Event Page on Facebook.
URL:https://nationalbottlemuseum.org/event/artists-reception-for-the-challenge-gallery-showcase/
CATEGORIES:Artists' Space
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095109
CREATED:20250718T142748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T182319Z
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SUMMARY:Oakroom Artists Annual Showcase
DESCRIPTION:We are privileged to host the Oakroom Artists 2025 Showcase. The show includes works from 16 artists who work across a wide array of media. There are oil paintings\, watercolors\, pastels\, mixed media works\, porcelain\, carbon pencil\, plaster sculptures\, photography\, charcoal\, wood engravings\, and much more.\n\n\nStop by the Jan Rutland Memorial Artists Space at the National Bottle Museum to enjoy this wonderous show and maybe bring home some art to enliven your home or as a gift to that hard to shop for person in your life.\n\n\n\nThe Oakroom Artists 2025 Showcase runs through January 31\, and the Artists Reception is January 24 from 2-4. Light refreshments will be served.
URL:https://nationalbottlemuseum.org/event/oakroom-artists-annual-showcase/
LOCATION:JRM Artists’ Space\, 76 Milton Ave\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095109
CREATED:20251010T195909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T161921Z
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SUMMARY:Author Reading: Find Me in Saratoga by Patrice Mastrianni
DESCRIPTION:Join author Patrice Mastrianni for a reading from her new book Find Me in Saratoga. Beautifully illustrated by David F. Globerson\, the work contains images inspired by bottles in the National Bottle Museum. \nThe reading is open to all ages and is covered by admission to the museum. Children 12 and under and Family & Friends Members of the National Bottle Museum receive free entry. \nAbout Find Me in Saratoga: \nA wise duck and a mischievous squirrel lead young readers around Saratoga Springs\, NY. Together\, they discover the early history\, mystery\, and folklore of the most popular summer resort of its time! \nMineral water\, grand hotels\, and horses attracted the world’s political and business leaders to a place Natives had regarded as sacred for thousands of years. \nHenry the Duck’s “Find Me” map shows where landmarks used to be and where many can still be seen today. Miles the Squirrel shares the details of Saratoga’s battles\, graveyards\, and ghosts – as only a squirrel can do. \nWritten with wit and wisdom\, this book presents a fascinating historical adventure that appeals to both children and adults. \nAbout Patrice Mastrianni  \nAuthor Patrice Mastrianni has a degree in Studio Art and a passion for educating children. As an Art teacher she encourages her students to explore the world around them. Patrice is both a mom and a grandma and takes joy in sharing her love of learning with all ages. \nAfter owning two creative businesses in Saratoga Springs\, Patrice has years of experience inspiring both residents and seasonal visitors. She also paints custom lawn jockey statues. \nTo see her artwork and portfolio\, visit www.SaratogaJockey.com
URL:https://nationalbottlemuseum.org/event/author-reading-find-me-in-saratoga-by-patrice-mastrianni/
LOCATION:National Bottle Museum\, 76 Milton Avenue\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T140000
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED - Author Reading: Beyond Sight by Lâle Davidson
DESCRIPTION:THIS  READING IS BEING MOVED TO FEBRUARY. WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE THIS CAUSES. \n  \nJoin author Lale Davidson for a reading from her work Beyond Sight\, a paranormal tale set in Saratoga Springs. \nThe reading is open to all ages and is covered by admission to the museum. Children 12 and under and National Bottle Museum Members receive free entry. \nAbout Beyond Sight \nJulie Sykes\, a young woman with long-repressed supernatural powers\, is inexplicably drawn to the enigmatic Damian Quinn\, but when a malignant spirit possesses him\, she must unlock her powers to save him. \nIt all begins innocently enough when Julie and Damian explore an abandoned Victorian house built by a wealthy black farming family during the Gilded Age. Now slated for suburban renewal\, the house mysteriously resists demolition. \nLittle do Julie and Damian know that their actions will awaken vengeful spirits and set off a chain of events with dire consequences… \nAbout Lâle Davidson \nLâle Davidson is a Distinguished Professor who has taught writing for 27 years at a community college where she recently received the Chancellor’s Award for Scholarship and Creative Activities (2018). \nHer stories have appeared in The North American Review\, Eclectica\, and Gone Lawn among others. She was a finalist for the Franz Kafka Award issued by Doctor T.J. Eckleburgh Review as well as the Black Lawrence Chapbook Contest of 2015 and The Talking Writing Award for humorous writing advice. Her story “The Opal Maker” was named top fifty of 2015 very short fiction publications by Wigleaf. \nP. S. Her first name is pronounced “lolly” more or less and is Turkish for tulip. She’s not Turkish. In fact\, her ancestors on both sides came to America over 300 years ago. But her parents took the family all over the world and lived in Turkey for three years before she was born. \n  \n 
URL:https://nationalbottlemuseum.org/event/author-reading-beyond-sight-by-lale-davidson/
LOCATION:National Bottle Museum\, 76 Milton Avenue\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260125
DTSTAMP:20260404T095109
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SUMMARY:Exhibit Opening: "A Little off the Top": The History and Artistry of Barber Bottles
DESCRIPTION:Barber Bottles are among the most beautiful types of bottles. Designed and blown for barbers to use in their practice\, they were filled with colognes\, perfumes and other fragrances; hair tonics; shampoos; anti-dandruff tonics and other remedies. Barbers typically filled their own bottles\, using the shapes\, colors and sizes to differentiate which bottles held which products. The heyday of barber bottle manufacture was from the 1870s up until almost the 1920s\, by which point new laws and new commercially available products led to the bottles falling out of favor. Still\, they were manufactured for decorative purposes well into the 21st century. \nThis exhibit highlights bottles from the 1860s through the 1940s\, and includes artifacts of glass\, porcelain and silver. As “working bottles\,” many show patterns of wear\, although the artistry of each shines through.
URL:https://nationalbottlemuseum.org/event/exhibit-opening-a-little-off-the-top-the-history-and-artistry-of-barber-bottles/
LOCATION:National Bottle Museum\, 76 Milton Avenue\, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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