"Empty Bowls” at the Folk School: Handmade Art, Community, and Giving Back

Artists at the John C. Campbell Folk School are hard at work, crafting beautiful handmade bowls for this year’s Empty Bowls event, set for Saturday, March 29.

Each unique bowl represents the dedication and generosity of the community to raise awareness about hunger in Clay and Cherokee counties.

“We are grateful for the support of this meaningful tradition, where all proceeds benefit local food banks,” said Executive Director Bethany Chaney. “Making an impact on the surrounding community is an important part of the Folk School mission; make plans to join us to this event that blends the gifts of our artisans with vital outreach.”
 

Event schedule:

· 4-5 p.m. – Stop by the Craft Shop for a 15% off sale on all pottery.

· 5 p.m. – Doors open in the Community Room for bowl preview, selection, and the Brown Bag Raffle.

· 6 p.m. – Dinner is served in the Dining Hall.

· 6:15 p.m. – Additional bowls and raffle tickets will be available for sale.

· 6:45 p.m. – Brown Bag Raffle winners announced.
 

Tickets are $53.65 and include a delicious meal featuring soup, salad, bread, beverage, and handmade bowl to take home. To purchase tickets, visit folkschool.org/events/empty-bowls/.

“We extend our deepest thanks to all the artists who have generously donated their work to make this event possible. A special thank you as well to US Foods for their sponsorship and support,” Chaney added.