The expo is a chance to buy and learn. Yes, there will be 140 vendors. But also, glass artists from around the world skilled in stained, fused, mosaics, cold working, bead making, marble making, glass blowing, beginning torch work and glass sculpture will be on hand to teach classes.

There will be two demonstrations stages with one dedicated to torch demos. Make and take opportunities include Glass Clay, Bead Mosaics, Wire Wrapping and Decorative Stencil Soldering on Zinc among others.

Classes will be held April 2-6. The Expo Hall is open April 4-6. Check their website for exact times. Expo tickets can be purchased at the show. Classes must be preregistered and purchased online.