Brooke Pottery

Raku Vase Giveaway at Brooke Pottery Tonight

The dust has settled after some building repairs this week, and the store feels fresh and new! Come on down and see. During First Friday 6-9 PM tonight, we have a gift basket giveaway for teachers, a raku vase raffle for customers who donate school supplies, and the awards presentation for our kids art holiday ornament contest.

Brooke Pottery 30% Off Sale Aug. 27-29

Special 30% Off Sale this Friday, Saturday and Sunday only. Take 30% off your ENTIRE order, excluding special orders, layaway items or previous purchases. Come on down to help us out and save a lot in return!

New Glass Art by Sharon Burridge at Brooke Pottery

Stained glass by Sharon Earl Burridge enchants. In the work of this Florida glass artist, graceful lines and artful tapestries of color transport us into a realm where the wonders of the natural world stand still. See Sharon’s new work at Brooke Pottery this month.

DLP General Membership Meeting Aug 4,2010

DLP General Membership Meeting
August 4, 2010
8:00 am – Called to Order
Welcome and Introductions: Julie Townsend
Treasurer’s report: Julie Townsend – we currently have $47,068.99. We are working on our 2011 budget
Program: Frank McCaulley introduced Colleen Burton, director of Polk Vision
  Polk Vision was established in 2004. Its focus is to help Polk County be all it [...]

DLP Board of Directors Meeting July 28, 2010

DLP Board of Directors Meeting
July 28, 2010
8:10 Called to Order – Ellen Simms
Attending – Julie Townsend, Lynn Dennis, Margaret Stephens, Anne Furr, Jim Nixon, Eric Belvin, Tim Calhoon, Ellen Simms, Tamara Sakagawa
Minutes: Kay Morgan – Approved with corrections
Treasurer’s Report:  Ellen Simms for Jean Bunch – Eric moved for review, Jim seconded
Draft of 2011 budget is [...]

Dogs Days of Summer at Brooke Pottery

New Junkyard Dog garden sculptures, wine caddies, and napkins holders by Kentucky artist Rich Kolb take center stage at Brooke Pottery this week for Downtown’s First Friday theme Dog Days of Summer. A longtime favorite at Brooke Pottery, Kolb creates Yardbirds, Junkyard Dogs & Cats and Creepy Crawlies from scrap metals.

Florida Focus at Brooke Pottery: Potter Ira Burhans

Florida potter Ira Burhans is influenced by the textures of water, falling water, curling waves and patterns in the sand which moving water creates. Examine the beautiful curled handles of a casserole dish, the carved surfaces of a vase, or the sinuous curving edges of a Wave serving tray, and you cannot help but be moved by the graceful translation of such inspiration.

DLP Marketing Meeting July 14, 2010

DLP Marketing Meeting
July 14, 2010
Called to Order – 8:00am – Julie Townsend
Introductions – Amy Cooper-Highland Homes, Lori Powell, Lynn Dennis, Mike Maguire, Ellen Simms, Beverly Hendricks, Bud? Flamingo Home Care, Albert Moehring-ISO, Julie Townsend, Kay Morgan
Membership – Julie reporting for Tim Calhoon: We have 4 new members, Lasting Paws Pet Cremation, A Touch Above-White Dove [...]

DLP Board of Directors Meeting June 30,2010

DLP Board of Directors Meeting
June 30, 2010
Attending: Julie Townsend, Jean Bunch, Dan Stetson, randy Andersen, Margaret Stephens, Frank McCaulley, Anne Furr, Eric Belvin, Tim Calhoon, Ellen Simms, Lori Powell, Kay Morgan
Minutes: Kay Morgan – May 26, 2010 Approved, Jean, Dan 2nd
Treasurer’s Report: Jean Bunch – Dan moved, Tim 2nd, Approved
Membership: Tim Calhoon – goal, 210 [...]

DLP General Meeting June 2, 2010

DLP General Meeting
June 2, 2010
Welcome – Julie Townsend
Treasurer’s Report – Jean Bunch
Program – Disaster Preparedness
Don Selvage – SHR Human Resources, NCT Group CPAs
Most disasters are localized – fire, tornado, flooding, employee sabotage
Importance of a Plan – Threat assessment, Vulnerability study, Communications plan
Resumption of Operations – need to get back in business quickly
Where are you [...]

DLP MarketingMeeting June 9, 2010

Downtown Lakeland Partnership
Marketing Meeting – June 9, 2010
Attending: Jean Bunch, Margaret Stephens, Dillon Daniels, Beverly …, Ellen Simms, Julie Townsend, Rebecca Fortier, Kay Morgan
Called to Order: 9:05 Julie Townsend
Membership: Julie for Tim – asking for gift certificates to give to those who get new members. Planning a kick-off party – 210 in 2010 @210
New [...]

Kids Art Ornament Contest at Brooke Pottery

Hey kids, put your art skills to the test for a chance to win one of three savings bonds valued at $25, $50, and $100. Brooke Pottery’s kids art contest to design our 2010 Holiday ornament is open all summer. Deadline is Friday, August 13. Read on and download the entry form.

Brooke Pottery: Lakeland’s New Fishing Hot Spot

Come see our new arrivals from Chamberlain Pottery. This colorful collection of stoneware includes serving bowls, wine chillers and a variety of useful baking dishes for brie, lasagne, paella and quiche in the shape of aquatic animals. Plus, free activities for kids at Brooke Pottery on First Friday 6-9 PM and 6-8 PM on Saturday, July 3. Live music, face painting and a Go Fish game.

DLP Board of Directors May 26, 2010

DLP Board of Directors Meeting
May 26, 2010
Present: Eric Belvin, Dan Stetson, Randy Andersen, Jim Nixon, Julie Townsend, Ellen Simms, Frank McCaully, Margaret Stephens, Jim Doig, Jean Bunch, Lori Powell, Kay Morgan
Called to Order: 8:00 – Ellen Simms
Minutes: Posted on DLP web site, waved, no copies
Treasurer’s report: Jean Bunch – we are in good standing. Dan [...]

Summer Special: Reusable Tote Bags at Brooke Pottery

This summer we are giving away resusable Brooke Pottery tote bags – our gift to you with purchases over $20. These light-weight bags are the perfect carry-all for your errands. Whether you’re headed to Brooke Pottery, the Downtown Farmer’s Curb Market or….

Just in at Brooke Pottery: Fused Glass Pottery

New arrivals at the shop include uncommonly beautiful fused glass and clay pottery by Minnesota potter Kerry Brooks. Click article to see photos of the new collection of dinnerware, baking dishes, serving pieces and coasters.

DLP Marketing Meeting May 12,2010

DLP Marketing Meeting
May 12, 2010
8:00 Called to Order – Julie Townsend
Attending – Jim Molesk, Margaret Stephens, Lynn Dennis, Ellen Simms, Julie Townsend, Kay Morgan
Membership – New Members, Crescendo PR, Staff Builders HR, Historic Lakeland, Sparks Artistry, Network Handling, Highland Homes –Gold Member
Julie wants to have a membership drive, 210 in 2010. Ideas; incentive for those [...]

Just in at Brooke Pottery: Handblown Glass Jewelry in Caribbean Colors

With summer temperatures rising at the end of May we’re dreaming of beach vacations almost daily. But if a Caribbean getaway isn’t in the works, at least we can fantasize about the new handblown glass jewelry at Brooke Pottery…..

DLP Board of Directors Meeting April 28,2010

DLP Board of Directors Meeting
April 28, 2010
Present: Ellen Simms, Julie Townsend, Jim Nixon, Randy Andersen, Lynn Dennis, Karen Kovach, Lori Powell, Anne Furr, Jean Bunch, Margaret Stephens, Kevin Jones, Kay Morgan
8:05 Called to order – Ellen Simms
Minutes –motion to accept with corrections, seconded, approved
Treasurers Report – Jean Bunch: we currently have a balance of $40,137.67, [...]

Just in at Brooke Pottery: Bright Summer Colors

Just in this week:  bright and cheerful serving pieces by Double Creek Pottery.  Choose from serving trays, bowls, wine coolers, teapots, vases, whimsical clocks, and keepsake boxes.  The Red Poppy design on a goldenrod and purple background is a real customer favorite. We’re also happy to share with you this summer the new Blue Heron design- currently available [...]

DLP Marketing Meeting April 14,2010

DLP Marketing Meeting
April 14, 2010
8:10 Called to Order – Julie Townsend
Membership – we currently have 161 members. Mitchells has rejoined. Main St. Creamery has paid past dues.  Paint –A-Long Gallery is going in where J.Rowen was.
First Friday – Skyward Festival was a huge success and Sun-n-Fun will be our April 2011 theme
    May – Public [...]

DLP Membership Meeting April 7,2010

General Membership Meeting
April 7, 2010
8:05 Called to order: Dan Stetson
Membership: Tim Calhoon, we have 168 members. Jimmy Johns has joined.
Program : Frank McCaulley, Speed Dating, tell about your business in three minutes or less.
            Tom Cancellare: Fairfield Inns, located on County Line Rd., 10 minutes from downtown. Offers a shuttle service to downtown, on Wed [...]

Just in at Brooke Pottery: Pewter & Glass by Leandra Drumm

Just in at Brooke Pottery this afternoon: six enchanting pewter wall sculptures by Ohio artist Leandra Drumm. About 12″ high, these mermaid, fairy and mother figures are a wondrous combination of whimsy and fine craftsmanship.

DLP Board Meeting March 31,2010

DLP Board Meeting
March 31, 2010
Attending: Ellen Simms, Lynn Dennis, Karen Kovack, Dan Stetson, Lori Powell, Jim Doig, Tim Calhoon, Jean Bunch, Frank McCaulley, Margaret Stephens, Kay Morgan
8:05 Called to order – Ellen Simms
Minutes of Feb 24, 2010 – motion to accept, Frank McCaulley. Seconded, Jim Doig
Treasurer: Jean Bunch – We currently have $69,283. Motion to [...]

This Just In: Eco-friendly Stuffed Animals

Adding a bright splash of color to the Brooke Pottery toy section this week is the wildly cute collection of patchwork animals by Cate and Levi. This line of eco-friendly toys is handcrafted from recycled wool sweaters by Canadian artist Josh Title. See the current animal line up…..

Handmade Easter Gifts at Brooke Pottery

Looking for last minute Easter gifts? We have a great selection of artist made gifts at Brooke Pottery, including adorable magnetic chalkboards in all sorts of fun characters ranging from cats and dogs to flying ladies. May we also suggest: handpainted gourd bunnies, tiny ceramic birds and bunnies, handblown glass eggs, or small pillow vases for tiny spring flowers? Stop in the shop this week….we’ll be glad to help you find the right gift. (And gift wrapping is always free!)

DLP Marketing Meeting March 10,2010

Marketing Meeting
March 10, 2010
8:05 Called to order, Julie Townsend
Attending: Jim Doig, Mike Miller, Lynn Dennis, Ellen Simms, Lorie Powell, Kay Morgan, Bill Wakeman- Arts on the Park
Guests : Stephanie White and Robin Cole from Central FL Speech and Hearing, Ros Springer and Mary Landal  from Bethany Christian Church, Sandy Lavertore from Walkmans’ Banquet Room, Juanita [...]

DLP General Membership Meeting March 3,2010

General Membership Meeting
March 3, 2010
Called to order: Ellen Simms at 8am
Introductions
New Members: Tim Calhoon –Third Wing, Lakeland Montessori Middle School
    We now have about 150 members
Program: Frank McCaulley introduced Karen Kovach and Mike Miller of Third Wing
First Friday: Jim Doig – March: Downtown unplugged, Oncology on Canvas
April: Sun-n-Fun Skyward Festival. Want to be involved? Contact [...]

DLP Board Meeting February 24, 2010

DLP Board Meeting February 24, 2010
Attending: Jean Bunch, Frank McCaulley, Jim Doig, Anne Furr, Sandy Serletic, Margaret        Stephens, Ellen Sims, Julie Townsend, Tim Calhoon, Eric Belvin, Lori Powell
8:09 Called to Order – Ellen Simms
Election to Board – Frank moved, Lynn Dennis to be elected to board. Tim seconded, passed
Brewz Crewz – Eric Belvin: sold about [...]

Pi(e) Day at Brooke Pottery March 13 & 14

Get your share of pi(e) this weekend at Brooke Pottery – a free taste of real pie plus a store discount of 14% on 3 items in honor of Pi Day. Don’t miss the fun of this double good deal! Read more about Pi Day and Brooke Pottery at Spring Obsession here….

DLP Marketing Meeting Feb 10,2010

DLP Marketing Meeting Feb 10, 2010
Opening and Introductions: Julie Townsend 8:05
Events
Brewz Crewz – Sat 2-20-10 from 6 to 9 pm. It’s all coming together. Have sold over 100 tickets on line. There are 64 craft beers, and 7 restaurants. Advertising; the radio, Time Out, Day and Night Magazine
First Friday – in future, if canceled due [...]

DLP General Membership Meeting

DLP General Membership Meeting
February 3, 2010
Call to Order: Ellen Simms – 8:00am
Membership: Julie Townsend – introduction of new members: Community Southern Bank, Christ Church at Lakeland, And Alliance for Independence (AFI), Central FL Speech and Hearing
Treasurer’s Report: Jean Bunch – we currently have $30,509.68
Program: Frank McCaulley introduced our speakers, Eddie Hill and Arron Bates from [...]

DLP General Membership Meeting Feb 3,2010

Board Minutes Jan 27,2010

DLP Board Meeting
January 27, 2010
Present: Ellen Simms, Jim Nixon, Randy Andersen, Sandy Serletic, Anne Furr, Jean Bunch, Julie Townsend, Kevin Jones, Dan Stetson, Jim Doig, Lori Powell, Eric Belvin, Kay Morgan
Ellen Simms called the meeting to order at 9:15
Minutes: Kay Morgan, tabled
Treasurers Report: Jean Bunch, tabled
Membership: Tim Calhoon – New members; Community Southern Bank. Julie [...]

Anniversary Party @Brooke Pottery-Feb 5

Brooke Pottery celebrates our 22 years, and Kay & Margaret’s first year as owners, with an all day party on Friday, February 5. We’ll be serving cake and bestowing gift certificates to lucky shoppers throughout the day.

DLP Marketing Meeting Jan 13, 2010

Attending:  Julie Townsend, Ellen Simms, Jim Doig, Mike Miller, Margaret Stephens, Lori Powell, Bud Hollowell, Kay Morgan
8:10 Called to order by Julie Townsend
Third Wing: Mike Miller – Bumper sticker campaign will start Feb 1st, when your car is spotted with a bumper sticker you will receive a gift ticket to be redeemed at participating merchants. [...]

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