{"title":"Classes","description":"\u003cp\u003e\nExplore our upcoming workshops, webinars, and hands-on classes covering mold making, casting, sculpture, special effects, resin work, and more.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nBe the first to hear about new class announcements and registration openings.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/newsletter-signup\" class=\"btn\"\u003e\nJoin Our Email List\n\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"get-plastered-intro-to-plaster-workshop-san-francisco","title":"Gypsum and Portland Cement Formulations Class, San Francisco, 6\/18\/26, 6-9PM","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"1921\" data-end=\"2237\"\u003eJoin us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to formulate custom gypsum and cement-based materials for creative and functional applications. 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