Learn the basics of setting up a pottery wheel to throw, the proper tools needed, how to prepare the clay through a process called "wedging," centering, throwing on the wheel and how to clean up.

We give a demonstration of how to throw a pot. Next, we let you try by yourself for a short period of time. Then we give assistance, as needed, to create your own piece which can literally exist forever (unless it is heated to 2500 Fahrenheit:). You get to choose the glaze color of your piece.

Materials and firing is covered in the cost for one piece (approximate maximum size-up to 6" tall x 6" width x 6" length).
Everyone keeps one piece. Prices start at $25 for basic forms. 

Additional pieces of equivalent size are $5 (covers material and firing costs). These are paid for after the pottery session, if you create more than 1 piece you wish to keep.

Specialty Items are also available for additional cost. These require additional time, material, and firing.

Pieces are kept at the studio for finish work, glazing and two kiln firings, and are picked up at a later date. When finished, everything is food-safe, dishwasher-safe, microwave-safe.

Ages 5+
No experience necessary
Pre-registration and pre-payment required.

To register, please fill out and return this form: https://www.wheelartpottery.studio/events/wheel-101-class

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Thanks and hope Wheel see you soon!

Enjoy a tour and tasting with a BLACK BAND team member in our restored historic space in Peoria’s Warehouse District.

As you explore the distilling process from grain to glass, you will learn about mash bills, still technology, distillate selection, barrel aging and more. Please bring your photo ID and plan to arrive 15 minutes before your tour begins.

Private Events

If you are interested in learning more about our offerings, please fill out the request form and we will contact you to discuss details.

To book a tour: https://www.exploretock.com/blackbanddistillery/event/526145?date=2025-02-01&size=1&time=20%3A00

July 8: game time 6:35pm, taco tuesday, bark in the park

July 9: game time 12:05pm, splash day, bang in your buck, bark in the park

July 10: game time 6:35pm, throwback thursday, bark in the park, cardinals club seat giveaway

July 11: game time 7:05pm, pork tenderloins, slap koozie giveaway, postgame fireworks, family fridays

July 12: game time: 7:05pm, pork tenderloins, apron giveaway, postgame fireworks

July 13: game time 2:05pm. family splash day, sunday funday

For tickets: https://www.milb.com/peoria/schedule/2025-07

Peoria Park District Presents an evening with The Way Down Wanderers, along with Them Coulee Boys, on the CEFCU Center Stage on Saturday, July 12th. 

Doors 7pm 
Music 8pm

$15 Advance | $20 Day of Show

Tickets are on sale now!Ticketswww.etix.com/ticket/p/30273916/way-down-wanderers-peoria-peoria-riverfront

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ABOUT WAY DOWN WANDERERS: Join us for a night on the Peoria Riverfront with local favorites The Way Down Wanderers! The Way Down Wanderers, an Alternative Americana band hailing from Peoria, Illinois, have carved a niche in the music scene with their unique blend of bluegrass, folk, and roots music. Formed in 2014 by founder Austin Thompson. The band quickly garnered attention for their high-energy performances and tight harmonies. The group's lineup also includes John Merikoski on drums, Sam Peters on bass, Sammy Hinrichsen on guitar, and Travis Kowalsky on banjo, fiddle, and mandolin.

ABOUT THEM COULEE BOYS: With four full-length albums and an EP behind them, including 2019's 'Die Happy' (produced by Trampled By Turtles' Dave Simonett on Lo-Hi Records) and 2021's 'Namesake' (produced by Grammy winner Brian Joseph), the band has garnered international attention and earned press in American Songwriter, Ditty TV, Folk Alley, and The Bluegrass Situation, as well as tours with Trampled By Turtles and a spot on the songwriter's Cayamo Cruise. 2025 marks the release of their 5th album 'No Fun in the Chrysalis'. For all things Them Coulee Boys, please visit themcouleeboys.com 

Every Saturday night, join us for some great music along with drink & food specials! 

Like our Facebook page to see who's playing each week!

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Live music every Saturday night! Check out our website to see who is playing! Bring your friends and come unwind on the weekend. Martini specials all week!

 

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