Be the heart of the luncheon! The Better Futures Luncheon is more than just an event—it’s a movement powered by community and generosity. 💙 Sign up now to be part of an event that celebrates creativity, mentorship, and the power of opportunity! 🔗 www.hilltopartists.org/get-involved...

The 2025 Better Futures Luncheon is only two weeks away! Join us on Tuesday, October 7th from 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM to be part of the celebration and hear from our keynote speaker Manuel R. Cawaling. 🎟️ Learn more and get your tickets at www.hilltopartists.org/betterfutures/

Tacoma Creates is up for reauthorization at City Council! This program brings arts, culture, heritage, and science opportunities to youth and communities all across Tacoma. Hilltop Artists has seen the impact firsthand—Tacoma Creates helps make our work (and the work of so many others) possible.

Sign up to be a Table Captain at the Better Futures Luncheon! Table Captains work closely with the Hilltop Artists team to make sure our event is attended by passionate community supporters. Visit hilltopartists.org/tablecaptain... for more information and to sign up!

This summer session, the youth of Hilltop Artists' Arts Connect program are working to support HopeSparks Family Services and their HopesCloset program. Bring your gently used or new clothing, school supplies, and more by the Hilltop Artists office before July 31st to make your donation.

Want to make an impact, catch live artmaking, and join colorful community celebration? Help out at the Arts Night Out annual block party on Tuesday, August 5th from 4 - 7 PM. ⁠ ⁠ 🎆Sign up to volunteer soon—https://hilltopartists.org/get-involved/volunteer/

HEY HIGH SCHOOLERS! Are you a student interested in learning about glass arts, making your own cool pieces, and meeting cool people? Sign up for Hilltop Artists Summer Glass Arts at SOTA. Sessions run August 11th through 21st, 10 AM - 12:30 PM. 🔥 Get more info: hilltopartists.org/afterschool/

Hilltop Artists Arts Night Out Block Party returns this August!🔥 Come hang out on Tuesday, August 5th, 2025 from 4 – 7 PM for an afternoon of games, crafts, glass demos, food and treats. 🔗Visit the link for info—https://hilltopartists.org/events/ano-block-party-2025/

Join Hilltop Artists August 3rd as we kick off a season of Better Futures at Museum of Glass with the Hilltop Artists Awards and Volunteer Appreciation! 📅Don't miss out! Visit our website for more information—https://hilltopartists.org/event/bfl-awards-mog/

Our very own Daytime Instructor, Doug Burgess, will be teaching a class at Urban Glass in Brooklyn this Friday as part of Hot Glass Hangout! 🔗Get more info—https://bit.ly/3TdD15M Check out Doug's work on Instagram: @creativehandsglass

We’re delighted to announce that our 2025 Better Futures Luncheon will be held at the Bicentennial Pavilion at the historic Hotel Murano Tuesday, October 7, 2025 | 10:30 AM - 1 PM! 🎟️ tickets are now available—https://hilltopartists.org/betterfutures/

Tough times call for good music. That’s why we’ve created a playlist just for you—a soundtrack of resilience, creativity, and inspiration. 🎧 Listen here: 🎵 Songs when I feel like crying—bit.ly/kims-songs-to-cry 🎵 Songs when I feel like smiling—bit.ly/kims-songs-to-smile

Your generosity makes it possible for young artists to thrive. Each donation ensures Hilltop Artists continues to provide mentorship, safety, and creativity. With your support, students can find strength through artistic expression and connection.

💙 We serve youth and families facing hardships—fear of deportation, homelessness, and job loss—and we provide a safe space for growth and creativity. But we can’t do it alone. Help us keep their light ✨ shining bright. Make your gift today—https://hilltopartists.org/t-give

🌈 At Hilltop Artists, we welcome students from all walks of life. Many have faced obstacles most of us can only imagine. Yet, through creativity and community, they find strength and belonging. Your support protects and uplifts their voices.⁠

This June, Eriko Kobayashi is in residence at Hilltop Artists!⁠ ⁠ During their week-long residency, renowned artists from the glass community set up in our hot shop, creating their own works, sharing with our students about their processes and experiences, and collaborating with Hilltop Artists.

Thank you to everyone who showed up in support of our students to attend the 2025 Spring Glass Sale at Hilltop Artists! We were thrilled to welcome 325+ community members, supporters, and shoppers during our biggest sale ever.

At Hilltop Artists, we believe young people thrive when they're well-fed--with support, respect, and good food!⁠ ⁠ Thanks to Southern Kitchen's generous donation of made-with-love meals, our Arts Connect youth are creating powerful art while growing in confidence and building community.⁠

🔥 Our hot shops are more than glassblowing studios; they’re places where young people shape their futures. Every spark ignited and every piece created reflects resilience and courage. Through the transformative power of art, our students learn perseverance, patience, and pride.

✨ Every act of kindness brings hope to our community. By donating to Hilltop Artists, you become part of a network of care that supports and uplifts young people. Our programs offer not only artistic training but also mentorship and emotional support. 💙 Donate now—https://hilltopartists.org/give

Didn't catch our feature on Tacoma's CityLine last week?⁠ ⁠ Check out Dr. Kim and Lily's sit-down with Amanda Westbrook as they share news about our Spring Glass sale and discuss what's been happening at Hilltop Artists!⁠ ⁠Catch the full interview—https://youtu.be/R2Oms672wVo?feature=shared

HILLTOP ARTISTS SPRING GLASS SALE SATURDAY MAY 3 | 10 AM - 1 PM⁠ Shop exquisite glass creations handcrafted by our young artists—plus, check out an exclusive Alumni & Instructor artists market where you can pick up one-of-a-kind treasures from Hilltop Artists past and present!

🖼️ Art has the power to heal, empower, and transform. At Hilltop Artists, we see this every day. By providing a creative outlet, we help young people build resilience, confidence, and a sense of belonging. Every dollar you give sustains these life-changing programs.

HILLTOP ARTISTS SPRING GLASS SALE SATURDAY MAY 3 | 10 AM - 1 PM⁠ ⁠ We're ready to welcome everyone to the Spring Glass Sale next week!⁠ ⁠ Stock up on handmade treasures and check out live glassblowing in the hot shop.⁠ ⁠ 🎟️Get your tix—https://hilltopartists.org/events/2025-spring-sale/

Like glass in the furnace, we are being tested—but we are resilient. We rise to the challenge, and we need your help to continue. Donate today and be a part of our transformation. Check out a special message 💛 from Dr. Kim Keith and make your donation—https://hilltopartists.org/spring25_appeal/

ARTS CONNECT SHOWCASE⁠ MARCH 20 | 5:30 - 6:30 PM⁠ SILAS HIGH SCHOOL HOTSHOP⁠ ⁠ Please join us in celebrating the youth of Arts Connect, as they showcase their handmade glass and share their journey through art. ⁠ Learn more about Arts Connect programs—https://hilltopartists.org/arts-connect/

Want to make an impact at Hilltop Artists? Become a sustaining supporter by joining our Murrini Club!⁠ ⁠ Our Murrini Club recognizes those donors who give on an ongoing, monthly basis. Members find this to be an easy, convenient way to increase their impact, while still being budget-conscious.

Join us tonight for another Fused Together workshop at the Tacoma Public Library Mottet Branch from 5:30 - 6:30 PM. ⁠ ⁠⁠ This program is offered for free at Tacoma Public Libraries thanks to funding by Tacoma Creates.⁠

Thursday in the Building 4 Art Gallery: Meet artist Darryl Owens, as well as Corey Pemberton and the Hilltop Artists. 12:30 p.m., everyone welcome! @hilltopartists.bsky.social

We hope you'll join us in the Building 4 Art Gallery this Friday night for the 3rd Annual TCC Black Artists Exhibition Community Reception! Meet the artists, have a snack, and explore the exhibition. More at tacomacc.edu/blackartists.

Concert in the Cone 🎶 | February 20, 6–7pm Seattle-based classical guitarist Naeim Rahmani joins MOG for a Concert in the Cone collaboration with Hilltop Artists! Rahmani will perform a program of works that highlight the theme of impermanence, a central concept in both music and glassblowing.

Join Hilltop Artists for an unforgettable experience in our Hot Shop! This hands-on event features 30 sessions minutes, allowing you to shape molten glass into a stunning custom vessel for your favorite beverage. Get your 🎟️—https://hilltopartists.org/events/tacoma-beer-week-workshop/