Something for Everybody

Who says you can’t please all the people all the time?  If you haven’t reserved July 10-13th,2008 for the Pottery Festival yet, hurry!  Go take care of that!  You won’t want to miss any of these moments:

The best in contemporay pottery from Crooksville, Roseville and our pottery making friends from all over the state.  In addition to adding something beautiful to your home or yard, you’ll be able to watch how it’s made from demonstrations of Raku firing to wheel turning.  Displays from our industrys that use ceramic in ways you might not know about will also be on hand.

Pottery not your thing…yet…, or you need something to go with that crock or pitcher?  Handmade wood accessories, glass, rugs, guord art, candles…and more will also be represented on the grounds. 

There’s lots more to do than shop at the Pottery Festival.  You can join in the fun!  Registration is being accepted now throughout the festival for the parade, pie baking contest, talent show and baby contest.  Information about all these events is included on our “contests” page.

Too tired to shop or compete?  We’ve got you covered!  A full line-up of top notch entertainment from bands and dancers to fireworks on Friday night.  Check out the “entertainment” page or the schedule to see the full line up.   Don’t forget to check out the Queen’s Pageant which will include a special performance by the Kenny Wayne-Dave Joseph Project. 

Bring the kids, there are rides and games to keep them entertained and plenty of food to stave off starvation.  We can’t wait to see you!

Meeting Notes September 20, 2007

Members of the Pottery Festival Committee met to discuss preparations for the 2008 festival.

Contract deadlines for Arts, Crafts and Pottery vendors have been changed to February 1st so that information on each of these participants can be included in our advertising. Neil and/or Tanya have spoken with over 50 new potters and crafters through the Backwoods Festival and Yankee Peddler Festival, contracts are out. All the local potteries have been contacted regarding the changes in next year’s format. Heritage Stoneware, Burley Clay, and Hartstone have agreed to the retail style display. CERCO and Petro Ware will be providing informational booths. Ohio Stoneware and Beaumont Pottery are undecided.

Neil has been contacted by Keith DeGarmo from the ride company regarding the $200 payment he is sending to settle up 2007’s accounts.

No word on negotiations with the Poverty Neck Hillbillies. David Joseph and Kenny Wayne are confirmed for Thursday night in a solo performance as well as the music for the Queen’s pagent.

FUND RAISERS: October 6th, All You Can Eat Breakfast at the Church of Atonement on Winter Street in Crooksville. 6 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.

Fish Fry and Pottery Pitch at the Crooksville Fall Fest, October 13th, Village Park.

Christmas Tea Pot sales begin October 6th and will continue until December 1st.

OTHER BUSINESS: Final rules for the Pig Decorating Contest and the Raffle Wagon need to be compiled.

Next Meeting: October 18th, 2007, 7 p.m., Heritage Hall, Main Street Crooksville.