Glassblowing demos and factory tours

| 30 Sep 2011 | 08:09

    PORT JERVIS, N.Y. — Gillinder Glass Factory in Port Jervis New York, named one of the top ten places to visit in the Hudson Valley, is offering special glass factory tours on Saturday, May 8. These special glass factory tours, offered from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., will feature several glass blowers including guest artists, At Hough, Bill Happel, Jeff Travers, Brian Respond and Charlie Gillinder. Gillinder Brothers has been making glass since 1861, and still manufactures glass products in the historic building, that it has occupied since 1912. Stop by the Gillinder Glass gift shop for Mother’s Day, weddings, anniversaries, housewarmings, birthdays or for any special occasion. Tour rates are $4 for adults, $3.50 for seniors and children. For more information, 845-856-5375 or visit www.gillinderglassstore.com .