Upcoming Event: Empty Bowls Arts Festival

Empty Bowls was started by a group of high school students back in 1990. They were challenged by their teacher to come up with a way to raise money for a food drive and this is what ultimately became of it. Now Empty Bowls is an event that takes place every year all over the world. Since 2007, the Airdrie Food bank has been putting on the Empty Bowls Arts Festival.

It was such a huge hit with the community that the following year they received funding through Canada Heritage. This of course has made a huge difference and allowed them to do more and more every year with the festival. Each year the number of attendees has gone up and so has the number of bowls sold. 

This year, 2015, will mark the 9th year of the annual Empty Bowls Arts Festival. While the date has changed, it will be held September 19^th this year, the location remains the same. It will take place at the Airdrie Food bank at 20 East Lake Way Airdrie, AB T4A 2J3. 

This year there will be a children's area with crafts, face paintings, and other entertainment, local artists such as potters and painters, a silent auction, and of course great music.

All events are free of charge. So come out, bring the family, and enjoy a good time. If you would like to give a donation, the suggested amount is $20 for a pottery bowl.

Sponsors

The Empty Bowl Arts Festival is possible in part due to its many local supporters. Some of the local supporters include Simply Ceramics, Mud Sweat & Tears Pottery, and Muk-Luk Magpies Stained Glass Emporium. There are also a host of other sponsors who help with the donation of food and bowls.

If you want to learn more about the 2015 Empty Bowls Arts Festival visit http://www.emptybowlsairdrie.com.