Mug Shots & Bowls for Youth Programming

Handmade Mugs, Warm Soup & Smiles for a Good Cause

Opening Reception

Saturday, November 14

12:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Exhibit open November 14 – December 18, 2026

🎨 About the Exhibit & Event

Join us for a cozy, creative community fundraiser celebrating handcrafted ceramic mugs and bowls made by local ceramic artists. Choose your favorite mug or hand-crafted bowl, enjoy a warm treat, and take your very own playful “Mug Shot” portrait. It’s art, soup, cocoa, and pure comfort — all supporting youth art programs!

💡 How It Works

Before the Event

• Local ceramicists create handmade mugs and bowls

• Stay Tuned: “Mugs & Bowls for the Cause” community workshop dates TBD

• Each piece glazed, fired, and displayed in a special installation in the gallery

At the Opening Event
Purchase includes:

• One handmade mug or bowl of your choice

• One serving of cocoa, tea, or homemade soup

• A fun photo booth portrait — your official Mug Shot/Bowl Shot!

Plus:

• Self-serve cocoa/tea/soup topping bar

• Festive photo backdrop + props

• Pop-up sales (ornaments, cards, mini works)

• Cozy community atmosphere & music

💰 Pricing & Fundraising

$35 per mug or bowl
Proceeds support youth arts programming

🤝 Sponsor a Mug or Bowl

Local businesses and families can help support youth ceramics programs!

Sponsor a Mug/Bowl: $50
Includes:

• Tag on sponsored mug/bowl (“Made possible by ___”)

• Recognition at event & on website

• Optional staff mug-shot photo promo

📩 Interested in sponsoring?
Email exhibits@josephy.org or call 541-432-0505

🍽️ What You’ll Experience

• Gallery installation of handcrafted mugs & bowls

• Cocoa, tea, homemade soup & toppings

• Cozy winter vibes & community gathering

• Tons of smiles and heartwarming photo-ops