BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Old School Clay and Ceramics - ECPv6.18.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Old School Clay and Ceramics X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://oldschoolclayandceramics.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Old School Clay and Ceramics REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T200000 DTSTAMP:20260927T200811Z CREATED:20260927T200811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T200811Z UID:9868-1793988000-1793995200@oldschoolclayandceramics.com SUMMARY:Intro to Throwing - November DESCRIPTION:Have you wanted to learn to throw on the potter’s wheel\, but you are not sure you want to commit to a longer class? This is for you! This is a two day workshop\, one day you will play on the wheel\, and the next class\, the next week\,  you will come back and glaze your pot(s).  \nIn this workshop\, you will have unlimited amount of clay to try your hand on the wheel. From all the pots you make in this 2 hour class\, you can choose one to keep\, that you will glaze the following week. You can choose 4 of the pots you make for an additional charge of $4 per pot.  The first class will take 2 hours\, the second class will take about an hour (depending on how many pots you keep).  \nGrab your family or friends\, and make an evening of it! The throwing  class is limited to just 4 students\, providing you with some good one on one instruction. This is a good chance for you to see if you like working with clay before investing in a longer class.  \nPots made in previous ” Intro to Throwing” classes: \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n\nThis workshop will take place on Friday\, November 6 and 13 from 6 -8  pm.  \nTo sign up for this workshop\, click here.\nPlease see  studio rules before committing to this workshop.\n  URL:https://oldschoolclayandceramics.com/event/intro-to-throwing-november-2/ LOCATION:Old School Clay and Ceramics\, 145 Main St\, Groton\, Ma\, 01450 CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oldschoolclayandceramics.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/throwing-pic-e1619447045869.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Old School Clay and Ceramics":MAILTO:whistlewood1@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261107T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261107T170000 DTSTAMP:20260927T202541Z CREATED:20260927T202412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T202541Z UID:9871-1794063600-1794070800@oldschoolclayandceramics.com SUMMARY:Intro to Ceramics - November DESCRIPTION:This is a 4 week class\, specifically for adults\,  in which you will be introduced to the basics of throwing (working on the wheel) and hand building. \nYou will be introduced to techniques to throw a pot on the wheel\, as well as hand building with slabs. This is a great class to build a strong foundation in pottery giving you skills in hand building and pottery and how to combine the two skills for success – even at a beginner’s level!  The class will meet Saturday afternoons from 3 – 5  pm. The days will be November 7\, 14\, 21\, and 28.. The class is limited to 4 adult people – meaning you will get good one on one instruction. The outline of the class is as follows: \nWeek 1:\n\n\n\n\n\nYou will throw 5 balls of clay (time permitting)\, of which you will keep 3 that you like. Focus is on centering\nWe will make a slab plate and use sgraffito to decorate\nReview of different ways to finish or decorate your pots.\n\n\n\n\n\nWeek 2: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou will trim the pots you made from the previous week. How to trim a pot\nYou will make 1 slab bowl and use texture to decorate\nYou will throw 4 balls of clay\, time permitting\, of which you can keep 2 of your finished pots. Focus is on shaping.\nReview pots that you have made. Discuss ways that they could be finished /decorated/glazed.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeek 3: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou will learn about different techniques to finish your pots. The plate you made in the previously will be finished with a  method called sgraffito.\nYou will trim your pots not trimmed\nYou can decorate any of your pots using whatever method you like -time permitting\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeek 4: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou will glaze all your pots previously made.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nYour pots will be available for pick up within 3 weeks of your last class. If you know you are going to miss a class\, you might consider taking this  class another month. \n \nTo sign up for this 4 week class\, click here.\n\n\nPlease review my studio rules prior to signing up for a class or workshop.\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://oldschoolclayandceramics.com/event/intro-to-ceramics-november-3/ LOCATION:Old School Clay and Ceramics\, 145 Main St\, Groton\, Ma\, 01450 CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oldschoolclayandceramics.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/throwing-pic-e1619447045869.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Old School Clay and Ceramics":MAILTO:whistlewood1@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261108T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261108T120000 DTSTAMP:20261007T134707Z CREATED:20261007T134707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T134707Z UID:9911-1794132000-1794139200@oldschoolclayandceramics.com SUMMARY:Make Two Mugs - November DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun and rewarding pottery class? This is for you. This class is designed for folks who are new to clay. We will make 2 mugs using texture to decorate. You will be led each step along the way\, using templates and molds to make two fully functional mugs. During the first class\, you will make the mug. You can use any of the many rolling pins the studio has to add texture\, or stamps\, or even bring in your own leaves for visual interest. The second class you will glaze the mug. Once glazed and fired\, your mugs will be microwavable \, oven proof and dishwasher safe. The class takes place Sunday\, November 8 and 15 from 10 – 12 pm. \nPlease review the rules of the studio . \n  \nTo sign up for this workshop\, click here URL:https://oldschoolclayandceramics.com/event/make-two-mugs-november/ LOCATION:Old School Clay and Ceramics\, 145 Main St\, Groton\, Ma\, 01450 CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oldschoolclayandceramics.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/00100lrPORTRAIT_00100_BURST20210329170448516_COVER_2-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Old School Clay and Ceramics":MAILTO:whistlewood1@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261108T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261108T160000 DTSTAMP:20261013T220012Z CREATED:20261013T220012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T220012Z UID:9938-1794146400-1794153600@oldschoolclayandceramics.com SUMMARY:Slow Sunday - Stylized Tree Luminaire DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, November 8\, we will be making ceramic trees that are cone shaped and can be used as luminaires. Use it to decorate your holiday table\, mantle\, or add it as a focal point for a seasonal bouquet. \nYou will be provided with a slab of clay\, and a paper stencil. You can add texture using any one of the more than 20 rolling pins in the studio\, or any of the handmade ceramic stamps. You will then trace around the stencil on the clay\, and then fold the clay up to make the cone shape.  Cut out holes  and it can be used as a luminaire. Add a star or bird on top\, or leave it plain.  \nFolding the clay up to make the cone shape is a little bit tricky\, so it may not be an appropriate activity for the very young\, but I will leave it to you to decide what your child can do or can’t do. (It is basically the same process that was used to make the ghost) \nThe cost is $15.  \nCome back in 2  weeks to glaze your tree. Three colors of green or white will be available for glazing\, or use our nearly full pallette of underglazes for color.  \nYour tree will be ready for pick up  within 3 weeks from glazing. This is the project for Sunday 11/8. The drop in workshop is offered from 2  – 4 pm.  It will probably take you about half an hour to make the tree. You can come any time between those hours – just plan on half an hour to make the tree. A different project will be offered every weekend. Projects for the fall include pumpkins\, tree luminaires\, pine tree stands and other holiday oriented projects. Once glazed and fired the pots will be dishwasher safe\, microwaveable and oven proof.  \nPlease familiarize yourself with studio rules\nTo sign up for this workshop\, click here URL:https://oldschoolclayandceramics.com/event/slow-sunday-stylized-tree-luminaire/ LOCATION:Old School Clay and Ceramics\, 145 Main St\, Groton\, Ma\, 01450 CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oldschoolclayandceramics.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/00100lrPORTRAIT_00100_BURST20211014123708455_COVER-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Old School Clay and Ceramics":MAILTO:whistlewood1@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T160000 DTSTAMP:20261013T221237Z CREATED:20261013T220346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T221237Z UID:9940-1794751200-1794758400@oldschoolclayandceramics.com SUMMARY:Slow Sunday - Santa Gnome DESCRIPTION:This gnome pictured is raw clay that has yet to be fired.  \nSunday\, November 15\,  we will be making a Santa Gnome Luminaire. The luminaires are made using the same process as that of the ghosts and trees. Use it to decorate your holiday table\, or add it as a focal point for a seasonal bouquet. \nYou will be provided with a slab of clay\, and a paper stencil. You can add texture using any one of the more than 20 rolling pins in the studio. You will then trace around the stencil on the clay\, and then fold the clay up to make the cone shape.  Cut out holes  and it can be used as a luminaire. Add a nose\, boots and beard\, and any other decoration you think appropriate.  \nFolding the clay up to make the cone shape is a little bit tricky\, so it may not be an appropriate activity for the very young\, but I will leave it to you to decide what your child can do or can’t do. (It is basically the same process that was used to make the ghost) \nThe cost is $15.  \nCome back in 2  weeks to glaze your gnome. Use our nearly full pallette of underglazes to paint your gnome\, and a clear glaze on top to make it shine. Or\, you can take the bisqued piece home and paint with your own acrylic paints.  \nYour gnome will be ready for pick up  within 3 weeks from glazing. This is the project for Sunday 11/15. The drop in workshop is offered from 2  – 4 pm.  It will probably take you about an hour to make the gnome. You can come any time between those hours – just plan on for  an hour to make the gnome. A different project will be offered every weekend. Once glazed and fired the pots will be dishwasher safe\, microwaveable and oven proof.  \nPlease familiarize yourself with studio rules\nTo sign up for this workshop\, click here\n \n  URL:https://oldschoolclayandceramics.com/event/slow-sunday-santa-gnome/ LOCATION:Old School Clay and Ceramics\, 145 Main St\, Groton\, Ma\, 01450 CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oldschoolclayandceramics.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-26-174607.png ORGANIZER;CN="Old School Clay and Ceramics":MAILTO:whistlewood1@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261122T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261122T160000 DTSTAMP:20261013T223314Z CREATED:20261013T223042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T223314Z UID:9949-1795356000-1795363200@oldschoolclayandceramics.com SUMMARY:Slow Sunday - Make a Holly Leaf Bowl DESCRIPTION:A beautiful bowl that could be used to hold trinkets\, a candle\, or use it as a vase to hold a seasonal decoration of greens and berries. This is an easy project to complete suitable for practically and age. \nYou will be provided with a slab of clay and a template to complete this project. The finished project is about 10 x 7 inches. Depending on how deep you make your bowl\, your measurements may vary. \nCome back  two  weeks later to glaze your bowl. Two green glazes or clear will be available for you to finish your bowl. \nOnce fired\, the bowl is microwavable\, dishwasher safe and oven proof\, if protected from thermal shock. \nYou can pick up your bowl within 3 weeks from when you glaze it. \nThis is the project for Sunday 11/22. The Slow Sunday workshop is offered from 2 – 4 pm.  It will probably take you about an hour to make the bowl. A different project will be offered each week. Check here for future projects. \nPayment may be made through this website or at the door with cash. Attending a slow sunday workshop does not count towards the prerequisite requirements for attending open studio. \nPlease review the studio rules before committing to this workshop.\nTo sign up for this workshop\, click here  URL:https://oldschoolclayandceramics.com/event/slow-sunday-make-a-holly-leaf-bowl/ LOCATION:Old School Clay and Ceramics\, 145 Main St\, Groton\, Ma\, 01450 CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oldschoolclayandceramics.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/PXL_20261005_150319046.PORTRAIT.ORIGINAL-scaled-e1791929964202.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Old School Clay and Ceramics":MAILTO:whistlewood1@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261129T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261129T160000 DTSTAMP:20261016T121051Z CREATED:20261016T121051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261016T121051Z UID:9963-1795960800-1795968000@oldschoolclayandceramics.com SUMMARY:Slow Sunday - Ornaments DESCRIPTION:Join us Sunday November 29 to make ornaments. The ornaments make great gift tags\, or put them on your tree. Use the studio cookie cutters\, or bring your own.  \nYou will be provided an 11 x 8 slab of clay\, from which you can cut up to 5 ornaments as big or small as the clay allows. Use different textures that I have or letter stamps to decorate.  \nCome back in 2 weeks to glaze – or take them home and use your acrylic paint and glitter to finish them off.  \nTo sign up for this workshop ahead of time\, click here.\nPlease familiarize yourself with my studio rules.\n  \n  \n  URL:https://oldschoolclayandceramics.com/event/slow-sunday-ornaments/ LOCATION:Old School Clay and Ceramics\, 145 Main St\, Groton\, Ma\, 01450 CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oldschoolclayandceramics.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/melting-snowman-e1701697254737.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Old School Clay and Ceramics":MAILTO:whistlewood1@gmail.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR