Join us for a fun afternoon filled with friendship and creativity. We'll start our day at the Firefly Coffeehouse as we fill our bellies with delicious food. From there we will head to Lucie Art to create fused and sandblasted glass projects. Project choices include a plant buddy or an ornament/window hanging.
The first step in creating fused glass art is cutting and arranging your glass pieces. Glass can be cut into various shapes using specialized tools like glass cutters and breaking pliers. Once you have your pieces, they can be layered to create depth and dimension. Experimenting with different color combinations and transparencies can yield unique results.
Not an artist? Just "follow the leader", you will be amazed at your unique glass projects! No fused glass experience is necessary.
- You will learn to use glass tools and about glass safety, then get busy creating your colorful plant buddies or ornaments!
- Supplies, safety gear, instruction, everything is included (we are a NO SURPRISES studio!).
- This is a friendly, casual event- please wear comfortable clothes, closed shoes (like sneakers) for foot protection.
LUNCH CHOICES
| Apple Chevre Salad |
Organic greens, LaClare fresh goat cheese, candied pecans, organic granny smith apple slices and dried cranberries with balsamic or champagne vinaigrette on the side |
| Cheddar Chicken Cashew Salad |
Organic greens, chicken, cashews, Hook's 1-year cheddar, tomatoes, and carrots with ranch, balsamic or champagne vinaigrette on the side |
| Ham, Apple & Swiss Panini |
Sliced ham, Swiss cheese, granny smith apple slices and honey mustard aioli on Madison sourdough |
| Firefly Famous BLT |
Usinger's bacon, tomato, mayo, organic greens on toasted ciabatta bread |
PROJECT CHOICE
| Plant Buddy |
Whimsical fused glass garden buddies (plant stakes) make a delightful addition to indoor plants or outside flowerpots, and great gifts! |
| Ornament / Window hanging |
Create snowflakes, snowmen, decorated trees, penguins, reindeer, gifts, wreaths and more! |
Register early as this is limited to a small group of participants. Verona Senior Center van transportation is available. Participants may self-drive.
For insurance purposes, all travelers are required to complete the Verona Member Form (no charge) and Verona Trip Waiver Form annually. Please VSC MBR FORM AND WAIVER FOR 2026.pdf, complete, and bring to the bus on the day of the trip.
Please note that these forms must be completed annually. If you have traveled with us and completed the forms on a previous 2026 excursion, the forms are not needed.
Schedule (Return times are approximate)
| 11:00 a.m. |
Depart Verona Senior Center |
| 4:30 p.m. |
Return Verona Senior Center |
Cost
$90 per person and includes class fees, VSC van transportation, food and gratuities.
Registration Details and Deadline
Register online. Mailed in reservations using REGISTRATION FORM and checks are accepted. Registrations much be received no later than Monday, February 9, 2026.
Refund Policy
UWRA refunds an event fee if cancelled prior to the registration deadline. Refunds after the registration deadline are only processed if a wait-listed registrant can attend. Refunds made by check.
Questions
Contact trip coordinator Sandi Haase at (sandi.haase@wisc.edu) or the UWRA office at 608-262-0641.
UW-Madison Retirement Association
21 N Park St, Room 7205
Madison WI 53715-1218
608-262-0641
retireassn@mailplus.wisc.edu
