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Holiday Pottery Social
"Festive ceramic social with @chicagogirlswhowalk π¨β¨"
Event Highlights
It's that time of year! Join us for a festive ceramic social hosted by @potterychicago and @chicagogirlswhowalk at @threecities.social in River North! Whether you're decorating a cozy mug, a cute candle, or a sweet ceramic teddy bear, it's the perfect way to unwind, make new friends, and create something totally unique. Enjoy festive snacks & drinks while you paint/glaze your masterpiece! All pieces were kiln-fired for a finish that lasts, with pickup taking place 7-10 days after the event.
First Blind Date Pottery Night

First Blind Date Pottery Night
"6 pairs, strangers at first, hands on the wheel πͺ΄"
Event Highlights
Our First Blind Date Pottery Night! 6 pairs, strangers at first, hands on the wheel, stories taking shape. Cups, bowls, maybe something more. Who knows if you're next to take the wheel π A unique dating experience combining pottery and connection.
Pottery Bingo Brunch with Boelen Curation

Pottery Bingo Brunch with Boelen Curation
"Partnered event with pottery painting, mimosas, and prizes π²π"
Event Highlights
Pottery Bingo Brunch! We partnered with @boelencuration for an afternoon of boisterous fun, pottery painting, mimosas, and prizes! Each guest received a mug to glaze (kiln fired at our studio so it's food safe!), access to a brunch spread, mimosa bar, and all rounds of bingo. Prizes were graciously donated from @glowoutsalons, @potterychicago, @boehlencuration, @rosaluna, @kendrascott, and more! A fun social event combining pottery, games, and community.
First Ravenswood Event: Book Club Social

First Ravenswood Event: Book Club Social
"Making custom ceramic bookmarks and book decor ππ"
Event Highlights
New Pottery Social! Looking to join a new book club or to find some interesting reads? Go for it while being crafty! Join us on October 1st in Ravenswood where we made custom ceramic bookmarks and other book decor. This was the first event at what would soon become our permanent home. Space was limited for this special gathering.
Social 4: Pizza & Pottery

Social 4: Pizza & Pottery
"Pottery social with pizza π"
Event Highlights
Pottery social #4 complete! $770 has been donated to @commonpantry and we can't thank you all enough for the support. If you're interested in helping around the community, they have great volunteer opportunities and resources in their bio. Video inspo creds @chandni.pdf and thank you to everyone who sent photos/videos from this event π«Ά
Social 5: Scoops & Succulents

Social 5: Scoops & Succulents
"Pottery social with ice cream and succulents πͺ΄π¦"
Event Highlights
Pottery social #5 recap! $600 was donated to @urbangrowerscollective thanks to everyone who came and shared these fun moments. The event combined pottery, ice cream, and succulents in a community gathering. Urban Growers Collective is a Chicago-based nonprofit that cultivates nourishing environments which support health, economic development, healing, and creativity through urban agriculture.
Social 3: Mini Vases in the Park

Social 3: Mini Vases in the Park
"Paint mini vases with the Chicago lakefront skyline as backdrop πͺ΄β¨"
Event Highlights
Pottery Social #3! A fun evening of painting mini vases with the stunning Chicago lakefront skyline as our backdrop. Participation in the vase painting was limited to 20 individuals. All ticket sales were donated to @savethechildren to support kids in crisis worldwide, including Palestine, Ukraine, and Sudan. Because of everyone who came, $600 was donated to help aid children in crisis.
Social 2: Pottery in the Park

Social 2: Pottery in the Park
"Community pottery gathering in the park π§Ίπ³"
Event Highlights
Pottery in the Park was the first time hosting an event for people beyond just friends. The early support was incredible and fueled our desire to host more socials. So grateful for everyone who was able to join this community gathering. A beautiful day of pottery, community, and connection in the park.
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