Community Calendar

Raku Fired Clay for Experienced Potters with instructor Len Cockman

Raku Fired Pottery Workshop

Instructor: Len Cockman

Cell: 574-309-7740

Classes: Wednesdays 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Course Length: 8 studio sessions

Maximum of 5 students

Studio Space: This class is geared toward students who already have experience in a clay studio. Len Cockman will be able to coach you through refining hand-built and wheel thrown pieces. Students enrolled in this class are eligible to one additional open studio day per week. Studio hours are listed on the website and front door. Production of forms will take place during the first 4 weeks of this class.

Fees: $210 tuition plus $45 materials. Total $255 The supply fee includes one 25 lb. bag of Raku appropriate clay (half a box) and use of FireArts glazes. Glazes that will be used are for Raku decorative pottery and, primarily due to the firing techniques, are not kitchenware safe. Your work will be fired to various temperatures based on the specific glaze during the last four weeks of the class.

Covid 19 Consideration: There are currently no restrictions related to Covid-19.

Format: We will be working with wet clay for the first 4 classes. Classes 5 through 8 we will firing pottery based on the specific glazes. They are:

Wednesdays, March 19th, 26th, April 2nd, and April 9th: Students will use these four sessions to create work for the raku firings.

Wednesday, April 16th: Clear crackle with tape or glue resists.

Wednesday, April 23rd: Naked Raku Slip

Wednesday, April 30th : Horsehair and Feather Pottery

Wednesday, May 7th: Copper Matte and Copper Luster

Join us for our monthly free movie!

Alfred Hitchcock’s Rear Window

PG | 1954 | 1hr 50min

Jan. 9, 2026, at 7PM

Concessions available for purchase.

Each Saturday, take a step back in time. Visit Pears Mill, an 1857 water-powered mill. Located in Buchanan, Michigan’s downtown Historic District. The mill is adjacent to Buchanan Farmers Market. Frequent demonstrations. Pears Mill is open 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. each Saturday from May 6th through Labor Day. There is no charge

This Saturday, take a step back in time. Visit Pears Mill, an 1857 water-powered mill. Located in Buchanan, Michigan’s downtown Historic District. The mill is adjacent to Buchanan Farmers Market. Pears Mill is open 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. each Saturday through Labor Day. There is no charge.

Lunch & Learn: Cybersecurity & Online Safety at Goshen Public Library

Join the Goshen Public Library and the Council on Aging of Elkhart County for Library Social - A monthly gathering for older adults in our community.

Each month, meet new people, enjoy coffee and conversation, and dive into engaging activities or presentations!

This month: Enjoy a light lunch while you learn how to be safer online with accounts and passwords, receive an overview of avoiding scams, and test your knowledge with some trivia!

Wednesday, January 14 @ 10:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
No library card needed.

SAVE YOUR SPOT: https://bit.ly/Library-Social-Jan

Each Saturday, take a step back in time. Visit Pears Mill, an 1857 water-powered mill. Located in Buchanan, Michigan’s downtown Historic District. The mill is adjacent to Buchanan Farmers Market. Frequent demonstrations. Pears Mill is open 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. each Saturday from May 6th through Labor Day. There is no charge

This Saturday, take a step back in time. Visit Pears Mill, an 1857 water-powered mill. Located in Buchanan, Michigan’s downtown Historic District. The mill is adjacent to Buchanan Farmers Market. Pears Mill is open 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. each Saturday through Labor Day. There is no charge.

The 8th annual Michiana Regional Seed Swap is a resource for residents in Michiana and beyond to exchange and learn about seeds. Join fellow gardeners, growers and plant enthusiasts to exchange and gather seeds, compare and discuss varieties, attend educational sessions and more. The swap will include vegetable/garden crops as well as native plants.

Participants are NOT required to bring seeds to the event, but if you save seed please bring them along! There will be lots of FREE seeds available! Food for purchase will be available.

Food Options: A food truck will be available for lunch. There will also be a wide selection of baked goods. Stay tuned for more details!

Location: Goshen College Church Chapel | 1900 S Main St. Goshen, IN 46526

When: Saturday, January 17, 2026 | 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Cost: Free. Registration is not required

Cut The Cord: Featured at this month's Morning Meetup!

Join us on the 3rd Tuesday each month for Morning Meetup - A monthly gathering for older adults in the community!

Curious about cutting cable but not sure where to start? This session is designed just for you. We’ll learn about library resources and explain streaming services, devices, and internet options in an easy-to-follow way, plus share tips for watching your favorite shows without paying for channels you don’t use.
You’ll also pick up bonus money-saving tips and tricks you can use in everyday life!

Tuesday, January 20 at 9:30am

To Register: email arush@elkhartcoa.org

Cities around the world are reimagining their streets and public spaces, transforming them into places for enjoyment and spending time instead of simply for moving through. As more cities, businesses, and local advocates search for the perfect recipe for urban vitality in their communities, a number of cities are leading the way. Through thinking empathetically about the people they are planning and designing for, these cities are showing the potential that lives within to become beautiful places where people can connect across ages, abilities, and socio-economic status. In their presentation, Melissa and Chris Bruntlett will discuss how more inclusive transport and public spaces can create communities where everyone can thrive. Together we will explore the driving forces of these global trends and the leadership qualities that are helping cities realize the benefits of shifting to urban vitality.