Empty Bowls
Paint a bowl, share a meal, and help fight hunger in our community
Choose a Painting Date
All painting sessions are held at Pybus Public Market from 1-5 PM.
Sunday, November 8th, 2026
Sunday, January 10th, 2027
Sunday, February 21st, 2027
Details for the spring Empty Bowls Soup Dinner will be shared here when available.
1. Register for a painting session
Register for the number of bowls you’d like to paint for a $20 donation per bowl.
2. Paint a bowl
Choose your colors and design. Volunteers will be available to help with ideas and techniques.
3. We glaze and fire your bowl
We’ll glaze and fire your bowl, turning it into a one-of-a-kind, food-safe bowl you can use at home.
4. Return for dinner and pick up your bowl
Return for the Empty Bowls dinner, pick up your finished bowl, and enjoy a bowl of soup donated by a local restaurant. Bowl pick-up can be arranged separately if you are unable to attend.
About Empty Bowls
Empty bowls brings our community together to raise awareness of hunger and support local families. Proceeds help Chelan-Douglas Community Action Council provide food to families at food pantries throughout Chelan and Douglas counties.
We hope to see you there!
Ready to Paint a Bowl?
Choose your session below and join us to fight hunger in our community. You can also pay at the door on the day of the event if space is available.
