Come and paint a bowl! This is a FREE event for anyone that is an artist at heart. Bowls have been created by local ceramic artists and now need the final touches to be ready for our annual Kingfield Empty Bowls Event which will be held on February 7th at MLK Park, 4055 Nicollet Ave. S.

Not a member of the Y? No problem – sign-in as a visitor and help us paint bowls!

Recommended for ages 6 and up… ages 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult… please, one bowl per person.

More details on the event are on Facebook here.

The annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration includes a keynote presentation, live entertainment, a tribute to Rev. Dr. King, and the presentation of the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Living the Dream Award. The celebration is free and open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item to donate. Refreshments will be available following the program.

Living the Dream Award

The MPRB will present its “Living the Dream” award to an individual, business, or community group who has demonstrated dedication and distinguished service to the MPRB and the lives of Minneapolis residents. The honoree must act consistently with the teachings and examples of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., as the award is intended to recognize those whose work embodies Dr. King’s message of justice for all and commitment to community.

Feeding the Dream Food Drive

The Celebration will mark the conclusion of the 10th Annual “Feeding the Dream” food drive. The food drive will take place at participating recreation centers throughout the city through January 21. The community service project was initiated in the Fall of 2009 and since then more than 10,000 pounds of donations have been collected and donated to families in need throughout Minneapolis.

Watch artists throw ceramic bowls, learn about Fuller Park’s Ceramics Programs…AND Paint-a-Bowl for Kingfield’s Feb. 7th Empty Bowls event which raises funds for Nicollet Square, an affordable housing option for youth experiencing longterm homelessness.

On Saturday, December 29, several artists will be throwing bowls at Fuller Park (4802 Grand Ave S) as we prepare for our annual event. Come and learn about ceramics and watch some great talent at work!

Also, we will have completed bowls, made by other local artists, that are in need of painting. This is a free, fun activity for the whole family – we provide the glaze, you provide your artistic vision (or just sponge it). All are welcome, and no experience is needed; recommended for ages 6 and up (ages under 12 must be accompanied by an adult); one bowl per person. Plus, we will have free popcorn and hot cocoa!

Your artwork will be on display at the 2019 Kingfield Empty Bowls Event, February 7th, at MLK Park (4055 Nicollet Ave S) benefiting Nicollet Square which provides housing and support for young adults who have experienced homelessness or been in the foster care system. For more information about Kingfield Empty Bowls, please visit our event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/239600850044094/