Slab of Summer I ~ Youth Pottery Camp: Ages 7-13

Join the 577 pottery staff for a fun and creative weeklong exploration of clay! Led by Pottery Coordinator Alison Buchanan, this exciting camp invites young artists to explore the endless possibilities of clay.

Throughout the week, your kiddo will learn foundational hand-building techniques such as pinch, slab, and coil to craft a variety of unique projects. Inspired by animals, nature, and the beautiful surroundings of 577, we will create a new piece each day, with a special project designed exclusively for summer camp. Toward the end of the session, everyone will get to experience the glazing process firsthand on one of their pieces (all other pieces will be glazed by staff due to firing limitations).

This camp is open to two age groups, with dedicated sessions for each.
For ages 7 to 13, we are offering two sessions. Each session will feature fresh projects, so students are welcome to sign up for both.
• Session 1: Monday, June 16 – Friday, June 20, from 9:30am to 11:30am.
• Session 2: Monday, July 21 – Friday, July 25, from 9:30am to 11:30am.

For older students ages 14 to 17, a single session will be held from Monday, June 16 – Friday, June 20, from 2pm to 4pm.

The class fee for each participant is $175, and all materials and firings are included. No prior experience is necessary. Registration opens on Wednesday, April 30, at 9am for all sessions.

Drop-off and pick-up information: Adults are not required to attend youth pottery classes. Children should be dropped off at the start of class and picked up promptly at the scheduled end time.

Get ready to roll up your sleeves, play with clay, and bring your imagination to life at 577 this summer!

Session 1: Slab of Summer I ~ Youth Pottery Camp: Ages 7-13
CLASS DATE: Monday, June 16 – Friday, June 20
CLASS TIME: 9:30am to 11:30am
CLASS FEE: $175 per youth participant, all supplies & firings included
CLASS LOCATION: Pottery Studio*
*Copy & Paste this URL for a Map with directions and parking information >>> https://bit.ly/577ClassLocationandParking

CLASS INSTRUCTOR: Alison Buchanan, 577 Pottery Coordinator

Alison is a BGSU graduate with a K-12 art education degree and Bachelor of Fine Arts. As a creative ceramicist and member of the Education and Programs team, Alison works as a pottery class instructor and assists in the responsibilities of the operation, development, care, and maintenance of the pottery studio.


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577 Cancellation & Refund Policy

Each month, 577 offers a wide variety of class topics with small class sizes. Because space is limited, we rely on you to register for classes thoughtfully.

Life brings many surprises to us all and sometimes people must cancel their class reservations. Please help us continue to offer these wonderful classes as affordably as possible by adhering to the following registration, cancellation, and refund policies listed below in the notes section.

Please see our website for the full policies.

Note:

This class is open to children ages 7 to 13. No prerequisite or experience is required. Adults are not required to attend youth pottery classes. Children may be dropped off at the beginning of class and picked up at the scheduled end time. Please remember to be on time.

We’re excited to welcome you to class. Please note that doors will open no earlier than 20 minutes before the scheduled class time. This allows our instructors time to prepare and ensures the best experience for everyone. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to seeing you soon.

CLASS NAME: Session 1: Slab of Summer I ~ Youth Pottery Camp: Ages 7-13
CLASS DATE: Monday, June 16 – Friday, June 20
CLASS TIME: 9:30am to 11:30am
CLASS FEE: $175 per youth participant, all supplies & firings included
CLASS LOCATION: Pottery Studio*
*Copy & Paste this URL for a Map with directions and parking information >>> https://bit.ly/577ClassLocationandParking

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CANCELLATION POLICY: Cancellations should be reserved for emergencies and illnesses, but we recognize that life happens and conflicts may require you to cancel your registration. If you must cancel and the class date is within 6 or less days, please call us immediately at (419) 874-4174. If the cancellation is 7 or more days from the class date, cancellations may be emailed to hello@577foundation.org.

PLEASE NOTE:
• Calling other extensions or emailing other staff members may delay your request. Please use the main voicemail box and the email address above. Cancellations must be processed through those channels; our online system does not allow you to cancel online on your own. Refunds are available based on the proximity of your cancellation request and the class date. Please see the Refund Policy below.
• Once you are accepted into a class, a 5% cancellation fee applies to any refunds processed via credit card, cash, or check, regardless of the reason for canceling.

Minimum Enrollment & Inclement Weather: Classes are cancelled by 577 when enrollment minimums are not reached or for inclement weather. If 577 or a Community Instructor cancels a class, you will have the option to a) transfer to another class, as long as space is available, b) receive a 100% refund via the original payment method, or c) receive a 100% household credit to your account for a future class.

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REFUND POLICY:

Important Considerations: As a small non-profit organization, we strive to keep class sizes small and affordable. Please only register for classes you will be able to attend, and reserve cancellations for emergencies and illnesses. Even with the waitlist that we offer for most classes, when you cancel out of a class, the other excited potential participants may have made other plans because the class is full.

This refund policy was established to honor 577's Instructors, to respect the time and energy they invest in preparing for each class, and to encourage class participants to weigh their class registrations carefully and in balance with other potential participants.

If you choose to withdraw from a class, the refund policies are as follows:

Refund via the Original Method of Payment ~ Credit Card, Cash, or Check*:
>>> 100% refund with seven (7) or more days’ notice prior to the start of class, less a 5% administrative fee.
>>> No refunds will be given for cancellation six (6) days prior to the start of class. Exception: If we can fill your spot with another participant, you may elect to receive a 100% refund, less a 5% administrative fee.

Refund via Household Credit to use on another class at a future date*:
>>> 100% refund as a Household Credit with seven (7) or more days’ notice prior to the start of class.
>>> No refunds will be given for cancellations six (6) days prior to the start of class. Exception: If we can fill your spot with another participant, you may elect to receive a 100% refund via Household Credit.

*Exceptions may be made to this policy in extreme circumstances. Please contact us to discuss options for cancellation in the event of illness or emergency.

**Once a refund is processed as a Household Credit, you may not request a refund via a credit card, cash, or check at a later date.

Donations: In lieu of a refund, you may request your registration fee be donated back to 577 to support future educational programming and a scholarship fund designed to make classes available to all.

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ILLNESS: Anyone with symptoms of COVID-19 or other contagious illnesses may not visit 577’s indoor facilities or an in-person class. Anyone who has COVID-19 or is knowingly exposed to COVID19 should follow CDC guidelines for quarantine and isolation before entering any indoor space at 577.

Program Type Youth and Family
Program Subcategory Youth Pottery
Program Code -
Online Registration Yes
Enrollment Begin Date 4/30/2025 9:00 AM
Enrollment End Date 6/13/2025 12:00 PM
Instructor(s)
Alison Buchanan
Gender Any Gender
Enrollment Minimum 3
Maximum 10
Grade Minimum
Maximum
Age Minimum 7 years Enforced - As of date 6/16/2025
Maximum 13 years Enforced - As of date 6/16/2025
Youth Pottery Camp ~ Ages 7-13
Residency Restriction -None-
Membership Restrictions -
Amount $175.00
Monday - 06/16/2025
Start Time 9:30 AM
End Time 11:30 AM
Location Pottery Studio
Tuesday - 06/17/2025
Start Time 9:30 AM
End Time 11:30 AM
Location Pottery Studio
Wednesday - 06/18/2025
Start Time 9:30 AM
End Time 11:30 AM
Location Pottery Studio
Thursday - 06/19/2025
Start Time 9:30 AM
End Time 11:30 AM
Location Pottery Studio
Friday - 06/20/2025
Start Time 9:30 AM
End Time 11:30 AM
Location Pottery Studio