Schoolcraft College’s annual Empty Bowl Project sale and luncheon will be held on Tuesday, December 4, 2012,  from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the VisTaTech Center on the college’s main campus in Livonia, Haggerty Road between Six and Seven Mile Roads.
     Bowls and other ceramic items, created by faculty, staff and students in ceramics courses offered through the art department and Continuing Education and Professional Development programs, will be available to purchase. Items range in price from $10-35. The purchase of a bowl includes a bowl of soup, a piece of bread and a glass of water provided by the college’s Culinary Arts and Food Services departments. The simplicity of the meal serves as a reminder of those in our community who need our help during the holiday season and throughout the entire year.
      All proceeds from the event benefit the Schoolcraft College Student Food Pantry, which provides food for students and families who are food insecure. Last year's Empty Bowl Project sale and luncheon raised $2,687 for the food pantry, which opened in April 2011 and operates on donations from students, staff, faculty, and the community.
      In addition to helping the hungry, the ceramic pieces make great holiday gifts - something to consider as the holiday season draws near. The items for sale include a wide array of stylings, from the very simple to more intricate pieces of art.
      “This is a great event for the local community and students to come together for a cause that knows no boundaries. We are hoping that people can find the time, make the commitment, and get involved with this singular effort that can make such a profound local impact,” said Todd Stowell, Student Activities Coordinator. "In addition to helping others in need and sharing a delicious bowl of soup, the Empty Bowl Project sale and luncheon is a great opportunity for the community to examine the work of Schoolcraft College’s talented ceramics students."
     Schoolcraft College is a public two-year college, offering classes at the Livonia campus, at the Radcliff Center in Garden City, and online at www.schoolcraft.edu.