BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Old School Clay and Ceramics - ECPv6.15.20//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:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD 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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250302T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250302T160000 DTSTAMP:20260424T051728 CREATED:20250228T170210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T170340Z UID:5744-1740924000-1740931200@oldschoolclayandceramics.com SUMMARY:Drop In Sunday - Tea Light Houses DESCRIPTION:I had to change the schedule because I have not had a chance to make the drop in projects originally scheduled for March. Due to that\, we are having a repeat project. However\, I have spent some time better designing the houses.  \nJoin us Sunday\, from 2 – 4 pm to make the tea light houses pictured or your own take on the designs. You will be provided one foot of clay tubing that you can cut any length you want. Add details such as windows\, ledges\, flowers\, birds\, chimneys\, doors\, shingles….etc.  \nIt will probably take you the full 2 hours to use the foot of clay tubing you are given.  Come back in 2 weeks to glaze your houses.  \nPlease understand the rules of the studio.\nTo sign up for this workshop\, click here URL:https://oldschoolclayandceramics.com/event/drop-in-sunday-tea-light-houses-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/2025/02/houses.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Old School Clay and Ceramics":MAILTO:whistlewood1@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250303T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250303T200000 DTSTAMP:20260424T051728 CREATED:20250121T144014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T144014Z UID:5452-1741024800-1741032000@oldschoolclayandceramics.com SUMMARY:Intro to Ceramics - March 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 Monday Evenings in February from 6 – 8   pm. The days will be March   3\, 10\, 17 and 24. 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 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-march/ 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:20250305T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T200000 DTSTAMP:20260424T051728 CREATED:20250128T224611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T224611Z UID:5543-1741197600-1741204800@oldschoolclayandceramics.com SUMMARY:Make 2 Mugs - March 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\, 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 Thursday March 5 and 12 from 6 – 8 pm. \nPlease review the rules of the studio .  URL:https://oldschoolclayandceramics.com/event/make-2-mugs-march/ 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:20250307T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250307T200000 DTSTAMP:20260424T051728 CREATED:20250128T222907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T222907Z UID:5540-1741370400-1741377600@oldschoolclayandceramics.com SUMMARY:Learn to Throw - March/April DESCRIPTION:Learn to throw on a potter’s wheel. Group lessons limited to 4 students. This class is specifically for adults.  Price is for 8 two hour classes and includes materials. The class will cover centering\, throwing techniques\, trimming and glazing . Techniques to decorate a pot\, including adding clay\, carving\, sgraffito\, and use of underglazes and washes will be covered. \nThis is primarily focusing on beginner techniques. Click here for a course outline .     8 week class outline.   If you have never worked with clay before\, I would highly suggest  taking the 4 week Intro to Ceramics class\, first – or even the “One Day Intro to Throwing Class.“  If you have taken this class before\, I have suggested a modified version of this class for you. Sign up for this class\, and we can work on the projects detailed in this post. This Adult class will take place Monday evenings starting March 7\, 14\, 21  and 28 \, April 4\, 11\, 18\, and 25  from 6 – 8 pm.  \nNo refunds allowed\, unless I am able to fill your seat prior to class starting. Throwing on the wheel requires a certain amount of strength\, it also requires that your hands will get dirty. If you are not sure you have the strength to do it\, or will appreciate the wonderful tactile nature of the art\, I would suggest an intro to throwing class first.  \n  It will run 8 weeks. If you miss a class\, you can sign up for an open studio\, at your cost.  \nThis is a good class for folks who have taken an Intro to Ceramics and are looking for a more structured class setting to improve throwing skills.  \nPlease be sure to familiarize yourself with the studio rules prior to signing up.  URL:https://oldschoolclayandceramics.com/event/learn-to-throw-march-april/ 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:20250309T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250309T160000 DTSTAMP:20260424T051728 CREATED:20250307T193314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250308T135231Z UID:5760-1741528800-1741536000@oldschoolclayandceramics.com SUMMARY:Drop In Sunday - Lop Eared Bunny Vase DESCRIPTION:Join us Sunday to make this bunny vase. Using the same process as making ghosts and gnomes\, you will be led through the steps to make this vase. The vase is about 7 inches tall and is perfect for your spring flowers. I think daffodils would look really good. Make the vase on Sunday\, then come back 2 weeks later\, at the same time to glaze. Come back the following week\, to pick it up\, and we will help you to add whiskers and “greens” for the carrot.  \nBest for ages 12 and above.  \nPlease review studio rules before signing up. URL:https://oldschoolclayandceramics.com/event/drop-in-sunday-lop-eared-bunny-vase/ LOCATION:Old School Clay and Ceramics\, 145 Main St\, Groton\, Ma\, 01450 CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oldschoolclayandceramics.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/bunny3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Old School Clay and Ceramics":MAILTO:whistlewood1@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250316T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250316T160000 DTSTAMP:20260424T051728 CREATED:20250316T124548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250316T124548Z UID:5787-1742133600-1742140800@oldschoolclayandceramics.com SUMMARY:Drop In Sunday - Make an Easter Basket DESCRIPTION:Join us Sunday\, March 16\, to make a flowered Easter basket. Using a slab of clay\, you will be led through the steps to make a beautiful basket. The basket can be used as a vase (put in a block of florist foam)\, or fill it with pansies for a perfect seasonal table decoration\, or fill it with candy.  \nYou will be provided a template and a slab of clay\, abut 8 x 11 inches\, from which you will construct the basket. Using numerous flower fondant cutters\, you can add flowers of all sizes or make your own. Come back 2 weeks later to glaze your baskets. Your basket should be ready two weeks following when it is glazed.  \nDepending on how much detail you add to your basket\, this project could take as long as half an hour to the full 2 hours of the workshop. This workshop is offered 3/16 from 2 – 4 pm.  \nI am so far behind making demos for drop in workshops…if you picture this basket with flowers all over it – you get the idea! \nPLease review the rules of the studio before committing to this class. \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://oldschoolclayandceramics.com/event/drop-in-sunday-make-an-easter-basket/ LOCATION:Old School Clay and Ceramics\, 145 Main St\, Groton\, Ma\, 01450 CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oldschoolclayandceramics.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/basketbowl-e1735086476174.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Old School Clay and Ceramics":MAILTO:whistlewood1@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T200000 DTSTAMP:20260424T051728 CREATED:20250128T225108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T230002Z UID:5545-1742407200-1742414400@oldschoolclayandceramics.com SUMMARY:Intro to Throwing - March 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. \nPots made in previous “One Day 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 Wednesday March 19 and 26\,  from 6 – 8   pm.  \nTo reserve your seat\, click here\nPlease see my mask and studio rules. URL:https://oldschoolclayandceramics.com/event/intro-to-throwing-march/ 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:20250323T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T160000 DTSTAMP:20260424T051728 CREATED:20250323T135401Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250323T135401Z UID:5875-1742738400-1742745600@oldschoolclayandceramics.com SUMMARY:Sunday Drop In - Rabbit shakers DESCRIPTION:Today\, Sunday March 21 we will be making rabbit salt and pepper shakers. I have not had a chance to make them – and hope to have an example before 2 pm. This is what I am using as the inspiration. URL:https://oldschoolclayandceramics.com/event/sunday-drop-in-rabbit-shakers/ LOCATION:Old School Clay and Ceramics\, 145 Main St\, Groton\, Ma\, 01450 CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oldschoolclayandceramics.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Screenshot-2025-03-23-094921.png ORGANIZER;CN="Old School Clay and Ceramics":MAILTO:whistlewood1@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250330T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250330T160000 DTSTAMP:20260424T051728 CREATED:20250325T190901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T190901Z UID:5909-1743343200-1743350400@oldschoolclayandceramics.com SUMMARY:Drop In Sunday - Garden Flowers DESCRIPTION:This Sunday\, March 30\, we will be makign garden flowers. This is a fun and easy project for all ages. \nLooking to add some dramatic splashes of color to your garden? How about some ceramic flowers?  \nYou will be given an 8 x 11 slab of clay from which you can make flowers. I have flower cookie cutters\, or you can make your own flower design. You could make several smaller flowers or one giant flower. Final assembly of your flowers is up to you \, but you can make hanging flowers\, or flowers that are secured ro a dowel (i can show you how to engineer that). Come back on 2 weeks to glaze. The nearly full color pallette of underglazes can be used or use white\, red or yellow glazes.  \nThe flowers should not be left out during the winter of freezing temperatures. This is the Sunday Drop In project for Sunday\, March 30. Drop IN studio is from 2 – 4 pm. You can pay on line or at the door. \nPlease be aware of our studio rules.\nTo reserve your seat\, click here URL:https://oldschoolclayandceramics.com/event/drop-in-sunday-garden-flowers/ LOCATION:Old School Clay and Ceramics\, 145 Main St\, Groton\, Ma\, 01450 CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oldschoolclayandceramics.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/garden-flowers.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Old School Clay and Ceramics":MAILTO:whistlewood1@gmail.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR