Clay on Main is transforming its gallery space for the holidays. The nonprofit art center, 313 Main St. in Oley, Berks County, is opening a pop-up gift shop in the gallery space — featuring art and handmade goods made by local makers and artists.
A wide variety of items are available — from needle felted cat toys made from locally raised wool to handmade soaps, one of a kind jewelry and ceramics — the center said in a press release.
Clay on Main will officially kick off the holiday season with an opening reception on Sunday, Nov. 1 from 1 to 4 p.m. During the event, Clay on Main will offer light refreshments, free gifts with purchases and raffle baskets to benefit the nonprofit community art center.
Some of the items crafted by local makers and artists, that are available in the holiday pop-up gift shop at Clay on Main, 313 Main St, Oley. (Courtesy Clay on Main)
The center will also have extended shopping hours at the gift shop, to allow more time to find the perfect gift.
Holiday hours from Nov. 1 through Jan. 9 are: Tuesday/Wednesday: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.; Thursday/Friday: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday 1 to 4 p.m.
In addition to the Nov. 1 opening reception, Clay on Main has several events planned throughout the holiday season, including a house plant sale, live holiday music, artist demonstrations and workshops. More information about upcoming events can be found on Clay on Main’s website (ClayOnmain.org) and social media pages (@ClayOnMain).
Clay on Main is a nonprofit community art center that teaches community classes and workshops for adults and children, hosts professional workshops, and collaborates with other non-profit organizations to offer learning opportunities through art, and hold public lectures and events, the center said.