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Empty Bowls fundraiser set for Aug. 13

Nancy MacDonald and Chris Bueker are among the potters donating work for the Empty Bowls fundraiser.

By Lightning Reports, Published: August 3, 2023

FLAT ROCK — Local pottery artists are firing their kilns for the sixth year to help hungry children in the greater Flat Rock area.

On Sunday, Aug. 13, “Empty Bowls,” a community meal benefiting the Flat Rock Backpack Program, will take place at the Parish Hall at the Episcopal Church of St. John in the Wilderness, 1905 Greenville Highway.  

Advance tickets are recommended for the two seatings, 12:30-2 p.m. and 5-6:30 p.m. Each ticket includes a hand-crafted bowl (all donated by area potters) and a soup-based meal (a variety of soups, breads and desserts). For those wishing to eat at home, takeout is available. 

Tickets are $25 per person or $50 for a family of two adults and children under 12. They are available at St. John in the Wilderness Parish House Office, from Backpack team members or at the door on the day of the event. For more information, call 828-693-9783. Credit cards are accepted; checks should be made out to SJIW, noting Empty Bowls. One hundred percent of the money collected goes to feeding the children.

Flat Rock Backpack Program thanked participating restaurants AlyKat Deli, Cuisine Team, Hot Dog World, Kenmure Country Club and Campfire Grill and sponsors Hendersonville Community Co-op, Wild Birds Unlimited, Homestead, Boyd Chevrolet Buick Inc., Art Mob Studios & Marketplace, Merrell Paint & Decorating, Raymond’s Garden Center, First Bank, Dry Falls Brewing Co. and Publix.

The Parish Hall is located across Rutledge Road from the church at 1905 Greenville Highway. For more information call 828-693-9783 or visit www.stjohnflatrock.org.