Culture & Heritage

The first Tempe Empty Bowls occurred in February 2002 after nearly a year of planning. Founding members of the steering committee were faith organizations interested in acting on their beliefs to care for the hungry. Tempe Community Council lent guidance and counsel as the early programs were developed; they brought on board Tempe Union High School District, City of Tempe, Tempe Elementary, and Whole Foods. In 2007 the sponsoring agency became Tempe Community Action Agency which has added vitality and energy to this project. Proceeds from the sale of the bowls are split between TCAA and United Food Bank. After the 20th anniversary event in 2022, organization of Tempe Empty Bowls was passed off to the TCAA Emerging Leaders Committee.

COASTAL CLAYMAKERS:

An association of creatives who work with clay and live on the Mid North and Coffs Coast.

WHAT: EMPTY BOWLS
WHEN: Saturday 21 October
TIME: 10am – 2pm
WHERE: Bellingen Riverside Cottages, 224 North Bank Rd, Bellingen

Select an exquisite hand-crafted ceramic bowl, fill it with salads and crusty bread, enjoy your meal with friends to the sound of live music, all the while knowing you’re helping to fight hunger in our community.