Mississauga Potters' Guild upcoming events

Open Studio September 27th (September 27, 2026)

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Whether you are a hobbyist, a student or an experienced potter or simply have fingers itching to play with clay, our doors are open to you for a fun afternoon in Open Studio.

Ages 8+. Under 14 must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Fee includes clay, glazes, firing and use of studio.

Reserve your spot online. Advance registration and payment required

What's Included:

Access to our large studio equipped with pottery wheels and hand building tables.
Your choice of theme project, free building or wheel (subject to availability)
Guidance from an experienced Guild member.
Clay to make up to 2 or 3 small pieces.
Your work fired with the glaze of your choice.

Cancellation Policy:

Fees are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another session but can be transferred for the same day to a family or friend if you are not able to attend. Participant needs to bring the copy of payment confirmation to be admitted.
There are no make-up options for unattended classes.

Age Requirement:

Participants age 14 and older can register for Open Studio independently without parental supervision.
Only paid participants are allowed in the studio during Open Studio.
Participants age 8-14 years old must be accompanied by a paid participant who is 18 years or older and available to supervise the youth.

When can I pick up my work?

All work is first bisque fired, glazed and fired again. This process takes 8-10 weeks. Pieces will generally be ready for pickup at the next Open Studio session the following month.
You will be notified by the Open Studio Team when your work will be available for pickup.
Participants must be subscribed to our Guild's mailing list in order to receive pickup notifications.

What can I do during Open Studio?

Participants will be provided with enough clay to make up to 2-3 small pieces.
Samples and ideas are provided. Leaders will review your plan to make sure you can make the item(s) successfully within the time provided.
Participants age 10 and above can use the wheel if there is a Studio Lead available to instruct.
All pieces must be finished in the session. At the end of the session you will be able to choose your glaze.
Any unused clay remains the property of the Guild and cannot be taken home.

How will my work be finished?

Finished work will be bisqued (fired in the kiln) and then dipped in glaze and fired a second time. The finished work will be coated with a food safe glaze (dishwasher and microwave safe).

Will my piece shrink when it is fired?

Clay shrinks in the firing and will be approximately 15% smaller when it is complete.

Open Studio October 4th (October 04, 2026)

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Whether you are a hobbyist, a student or an experienced potter or simply have fingers itching to play with clay, our doors are open to you for a fun afternoon in Open Studio.

Ages 8+. Under 14 must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Fee includes clay, glazes, firing and use of studio.

Reserve your spot online. Advance registration and payment required

What's Included:

Access to our large studio equipped with pottery wheels and hand building tables.
Your choice of theme project, free building or wheel (subject to availability)
Guidance from an experienced Guild member.
Clay to make up to 2 or 3 small pieces.
Your work fired with the glaze of your choice.

Cancellation Policy:

Fees are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another session but can be transferred for the same day to a family or friend if you are not able to attend. Participant needs to bring the copy of payment confirmation to be admitted.
There are no make-up options for unattended classes.

Age Requirement:

Participants age 14 and older can register for Open Studio independently without parental supervision.
Only paid participants are allowed in the studio during Open Studio.
Participants age 8-14 years old must be accompanied by a paid participant who is 18 years or older and available to supervise the youth.

When can I pick up my work?

All work is first bisque fired, glazed and fired again. This process takes 8-10 weeks. Pieces will generally be ready for pickup at the next Open Studio session the following month.
You will be notified by the Open Studio Team when your work will be available for pickup.
Participants must be subscribed to our Guild's mailing list in order to receive pickup notifications.

What can I do during Open Studio?

Participants will be provided with enough clay to make up to 2-3 small pieces.
Samples and ideas are provided. Leaders will review your plan to make sure you can make the item(s) successfully within the time provided.
Participants age 10 and above can use the wheel if there is a Studio Lead available to instruct.
All pieces must be finished in the session. At the end of the session you will be able to choose your glaze.
Any unused clay remains the property of the Guild and cannot be taken home.

How will my work be finished?

Finished work will be bisqued (fired in the kiln) and then dipped in glaze and fired a second time. The finished work will be coated with a food safe glaze (dishwasher and microwave safe).

Will my piece shrink when it is fired?

Clay shrinks in the firing and will be approximately 15% smaller when it is complete.

Members Raku Event (October 17, 2026)

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Come try your hand at Raku, Naked Raku or Obvara. We will have two, one day sessions available for 16 Guild members to fire 2-3 pieces. Participants will make their pieces on their own time, we will bisque fire them, provide glazes and help you fire them in the Raku kiln.

Instructors: Meagan Brooks, Sandra Mills, Jennifer Key-Carr

Included in the event:

Instructional pdf
1/2 bag of Raku Clay
Bisque firing of your pieces
A variety of Raku glazes, Obvara mixture and Naked Raku slip/glaze available in the studio and on site
Each participant will have 2-3 pieces fired during the workshop. Maximum size per piece 6”x6” base x 10” tall.
Reduction containers will be provided but participants are welcome to bring their own.
Sawdust will be provided, but participants should also bring newsprint with them.
Safety gloves will be provided.

Important to Know

Studio time to make pieces is not included in this event.
After pieces are fired in the Raku kiln, participants are responsible for managing their pieces in a reduction chamber.
Participants must be present on the day to have their pieces fired.
The event takes place outside so make sure you come dressed to spend the whole day outside and get a bit dirty.
Bring your own chair, lunch, and drinks. Coffee and treats will be provided.
There is access to a bathroom on site.

Safety

This is a fun event but as we will be working around open fire, participants must abide by the following:

No loose fitting clothing
Wear natural fibres
Tie hair back or cover loose hair
Wear close-toed shoes: No sandals, slip-on shoes or Crocs permitted.

Key Dates

September 12 Clay pickup at studio

Studio members can pick up their clay any day after this time.
Alternative arrangements can be made for other members as needed.

October 9 – Bisque Firing

Pieces must be bone dry and ready for bisque firing. A designated shelf in the front room will be labelled RAKU where pieces can be put before and after the bisque firing.
If we don’t feel your piece is dry enough it will not be fired.

October 12th - Begin Glazing

Raku glazes will be available in the studio for participants to use to glaze their pieces.
Studio access arrangements will be made for General Members as needed.
Glaze and other materials will also be available on site.

October 17th or 18th – Workshop

Bring your pieces with you for the day you signed up for.

Questions? meaganb@mississaugapotters.com; jenniferkk@mississaugapotters.com; sandram@mississaugapotters.com

Members Raku Event (October 18, 2026)

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Instructors: Meagan Brooks, Sandra Mills, Jennifer Key-Carr

Included in the event:

Instructional pdf
1/2 bag of Raku Clay
Bisque firing of your pieces
A variety of Raku glazes, Obvara mixture and Naked Raku slip/glaze available in the studio and on site
Each participant will have 2-3 pieces fired during the workshop. Maximum size per piece 6”x6” base x 10” tall.
Reduction containers will be provided but participants are welcome to bring their own.
Sawdust will be provided, but participants should also bring newsprint with them.
Safety gloves will be provided.

Important to Know

Studio time to make pieces is not included in this event.
After pieces are fired in the Raku kiln, participants are responsible for managing their pieces in a reduction chamber.
Participants must be present on the day to have their pieces fired.
The event takes place outside so make sure you come dressed to spend the whole day outside and get a bit dirty.
Bring your own chair, lunch, and drinks. Coffee and treats will be provided.
There is access to a bathroom on site.

Safety

This is a fun event but as we will be working around open fire, participants must abide by the following:

No loose fitting clothing
Wear natural fibres
Tie hair back or cover loose hair
Wear close-toed shoes: No sandals, slip-on shoes or Crocs permitted.

Key Dates

September 12 Clay pickup at studio

Studio members can pick up their clay any day after this time.
Alternative arrangements can be made for other members as needed.

October 9 – Bisque Firing

Pieces must be bone dry and ready for bisque firing. A designated shelf in the front room will be labelled RAKU where pieces can be put before and after the bisque firing.
If we don’t feel your piece is dry enough it will not be fired.

October 12th - Begin Glazing

Raku glazes will be available in the studio for participants to use to glaze their pieces.
Studio access arrangements will be made for General Members as needed.
Glaze and other materials will also be available on site.

October 17th or 18th – Workshop

Bring your pieces with you for the day you signed up for.

Questions? meaganb@mississaugapotters.com; jenniferkk@mississaugapotters.com; sandram@mississaugapotters.com

Open Studio October 18th (October 18, 2026)

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Whether you are a hobbyist, a student or an experienced potter or simply have fingers itching to play with clay, our doors are open to you for a fun afternoon in Open Studio.

Ages 8+. Under 14 must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Fee includes clay, glazes, firing and use of studio.

Reserve your spot online. Advance registration and payment required

What's Included:

Access to our large studio equipped with pottery wheels and hand building tables.
Your choice of theme project, free building or wheel (subject to availability)
Guidance from an experienced Guild member.
Clay to make up to 2 or 3 small pieces.
Your work fired with the glaze of your choice.

Cancellation Policy:

Fees are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another session but can be transferred for the same day to a family or friend if you are not able to attend. Participant needs to bring the copy of payment confirmation to be admitted.
There are no make-up options for unattended classes.

Age Requirement:

Participants age 14 and older can register for Open Studio independently without parental supervision.
Only paid participants are allowed in the studio during Open Studio.
Participants age 8-14 years old must be accompanied by a paid participant who is 18 years or older and available to supervise the youth.

When can I pick up my work?

All work is first bisque fired, glazed and fired again. This process takes 8-10 weeks. Pieces will generally be ready for pickup at the next Open Studio session the following month.
You will be notified by the Open Studio Team when your work will be available for pickup.
Participants must be subscribed to our Guild's mailing list in order to receive pickup notifications.

What can I do during Open Studio?

Participants will be provided with enough clay to make up to 2-3 small pieces.
Samples and ideas are provided. Leaders will review your plan to make sure you can make the item(s) successfully within the time provided.
Participants age 10 and above can use the wheel if there is a Studio Lead available to instruct.
All pieces must be finished in the session. At the end of the session you will be able to choose your glaze.
Any unused clay remains the property of the Guild and cannot be taken home.

How will my work be finished?

Finished work will be bisqued (fired in the kiln) and then dipped in glaze and fired a second time. The finished work will be coated with a food safe glaze (dishwasher and microwave safe).

Will my piece shrink when it is fired?

Clay shrinks in the firing and will be approximately 15% smaller when it is complete.

Open Studio October 25th (October 25, 2026)

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Whether you are a hobbyist, a student or an experienced potter or simply have fingers itching to play with clay, our doors are open to you for a fun afternoon in Open Studio.

Ages 8+. Under 14 must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Fee includes clay, glazes, firing and use of studio.

Reserve your spot online. Advance registration and payment required

What's Included:

Access to our large studio equipped with pottery wheels and hand building tables.
Your choice of theme project, free building or wheel (subject to availability)
Guidance from an experienced Guild member.
Clay to make up to 2 or 3 small pieces.
Your work fired with the glaze of your choice.

Cancellation Policy:

Fees are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another session but can be transferred for the same day to a family or friend if you are not able to attend. Participant needs to bring the copy of payment confirmation to be admitted.
There are no make-up options for unattended classes.

Age Requirement:

Participants age 14 and older can register for Open Studio independently without parental supervision.
Only paid participants are allowed in the studio during Open Studio.
Participants age 8-14 years old must be accompanied by a paid participant who is 18 years or older and available to supervise the youth.

When can I pick up my work?

All work is first bisque fired, glazed and fired again. This process takes 8-10 weeks. Pieces will generally be ready for pickup at the next Open Studio session the following month.
You will be notified by the Open Studio Team when your work will be available for pickup.
Participants must be subscribed to our Guild's mailing list in order to receive pickup notifications.

What can I do during Open Studio?

Participants will be provided with enough clay to make up to 2-3 small pieces.
Samples and ideas are provided. Leaders will review your plan to make sure you can make the item(s) successfully within the time provided.
Participants age 10 and above can use the wheel if there is a Studio Lead available to instruct.
All pieces must be finished in the session. At the end of the session you will be able to choose your glaze.
Any unused clay remains the property of the Guild and cannot be taken home.

How will my work be finished?

Finished work will be bisqued (fired in the kiln) and then dipped in glaze and fired a second time. The finished work will be coated with a food safe glaze (dishwasher and microwave safe).

Will my piece shrink when it is fired?

Clay shrinks in the firing and will be approximately 15% smaller when it is complete.

Open Studio November 8th (November 08, 2026)

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Whether you are a hobbyist, a student or an experienced potter or simply have fingers itching to play with clay, our doors are open to you for a fun afternoon in Open Studio.

Ages 8+. Under 14 must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Fee includes clay, glazes, firing and use of studio.

Reserve your spot online. Advance registration and payment required

What's Included:

Access to our large studio equipped with pottery wheels and hand building tables.
Your choice of theme project, free building or wheel (subject to availability)
Guidance from an experienced Guild member.
Clay to make up to 2 or 3 small pieces.
Your work fired with the glaze of your choice.

Cancellation Policy:

Fees are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another session but can be transferred for the same day to a family or friend if you are not able to attend. Participant needs to bring the copy of payment confirmation to be admitted.
There are no make-up options for unattended classes.

Age Requirement:

Participants age 14 and older can register for Open Studio independently without parental supervision.
Only paid participants are allowed in the studio during Open Studio.
Participants age 8-14 years old must be accompanied by a paid participant who is 18 years or older and available to supervise the youth.

When can I pick up my work?

All work is first bisque fired, glazed and fired again. This process takes 8-10 weeks. Pieces will generally be ready for pickup at the next Open Studio session the following month.
You will be notified by the Open Studio Team when your work will be available for pickup.
Participants must be subscribed to our Guild's mailing list in order to receive pickup notifications.

What can I do during Open Studio?

Participants will be provided with enough clay to make up to 2-3 small pieces.
Samples and ideas are provided. Leaders will review your plan to make sure you can make the item(s) successfully within the time provided.
Participants age 10 and above can use the wheel if there is a Studio Lead available to instruct.
All pieces must be finished in the session. At the end of the session you will be able to choose your glaze.
Any unused clay remains the property of the Guild and cannot be taken home.

How will my work be finished?

Finished work will be bisqued (fired in the kiln) and then dipped in glaze and fired a second time. The finished work will be coated with a food safe glaze (dishwasher and microwave safe).

Will my piece shrink when it is fired?

Clay shrinks in the firing and will be approximately 15% smaller when it is complete.

Open Studio November 22nd (November 22, 2026)

Sun, 22 Nov 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Whether you are a hobbyist, a student or an experienced potter or simply have fingers itching to play with clay, our doors are open to you for a fun afternoon in Open Studio.

Ages 8+. Under 14 must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Fee includes clay, glazes, firing and use of studio.

Reserve your spot online. Advance registration and payment required

What's Included:

Access to our large studio equipped with pottery wheels and hand building tables.
Your choice of theme project, free building or wheel (subject to availability)
Guidance from an experienced Guild member.
Clay to make up to 2 or 3 small pieces.
Your work fired with the glaze of your choice.

Cancellation Policy:

Fees are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another session but can be transferred for the same day to a family or friend if you are not able to attend. Participant needs to bring the copy of payment confirmation to be admitted.
There are no make-up options for unattended classes.

Age Requirement:

Participants age 14 and older can register for Open Studio independently without parental supervision.
Only paid participants are allowed in the studio during Open Studio.
Participants age 8-14 years old must be accompanied by a paid participant who is 18 years or older and available to supervise the youth.

When can I pick up my work?

All work is first bisque fired, glazed and fired again. This process takes 8-10 weeks. Pieces will generally be ready for pickup at the next Open Studio session the following month.
You will be notified by the Open Studio Team when your work will be available for pickup.
Participants must be subscribed to our Guild's mailing list in order to receive pickup notifications.

What can I do during Open Studio?

Participants will be provided with enough clay to make up to 2-3 small pieces.
Samples and ideas are provided. Leaders will review your plan to make sure you can make the item(s) successfully within the time provided.
Participants age 10 and above can use the wheel if there is a Studio Lead available to instruct.
All pieces must be finished in the session. At the end of the session you will be able to choose your glaze.
Any unused clay remains the property of the Guild and cannot be taken home.

How will my work be finished?

Finished work will be bisqued (fired in the kiln) and then dipped in glaze and fired a second time. The finished work will be coated with a food safe glaze (dishwasher and microwave safe).

Will my piece shrink when it is fired?

Clay shrinks in the firing and will be approximately 15% smaller when it is complete.