2023 Empty Bowl Event to raise relief funds for flooded farms and families

The Mud Studio, a pottery studio and gallery in Waterbury is pairing up with Blockhouse Studio in Waitsfield to create a flood- relief benefit to be hosted by Zenbarn in Waterbury, Sunday, November 12. All flood-recovery funds raised will benefit NOFA VT’s
Farmer Emergency Relief Fund and the Vermont Main Street Flood Recovery Fund.

Attendees at the 2023 Empty Bowl Benefit get to pick out a bowl to keep from hundreds created by area potters and have it filled with their soup of choice, donated by local restaurants and chefs. A variety of artisan cheeses, crusty bread, and delicious desserts will round out the dinner menu. The bar at Zenbarn will also be serving up drinks for purchase.

Seatings are at 4 and 6 pm, with a fresh restock of bowls at each. Tickets start at a giving level of $35 for adults. Tickets are available at www.themudstudio.com with a limited number available at the door. It is recommended to check ticket availability online prior to arrival at the door. An online auction of local crafts, services, and gift certificates accompanies this event. Patrons can view and bid on items through a link on the ticket website, and view larger items in person at the benefit.