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Bibi Bielat, Board Member/Volunteer, San Joaquin Clay & Glass Association (SJCGA)
Email: Bibi.Bielat@gmail.com
Website: www.sjcga.org

44th Annual Winter Holiday Clay & Glass Festival Returns to Fresno — November 22

FRESNO, Calif. — The San Joaquin Clay & Glass Association (SJCGA) will host its 44th Annual Winter Holiday Clay & Glass Festival on Saturday, November 22, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1084 W. Bullard Ave. in Fresno.

This year’s event will be the largest in its history, featuring more than 40 local artists showcasing original work in clay and glass. The festival highlights the exceptional craftsmanship of Central Valley makers, offering everything from functional pottery and decorative sculpture to blown glass, jewelry, ornaments, and fine art—perfect for unique holiday gifts.

“The Winter Holiday Festival is one of Fresno’s most beloved art traditions,” said Ren Lee, a spokesperson for SJCGA. “It’s a celebration of craftsmanship and community that continues to grow each year.”

Among the featured artists is Ren Lee, a Fresno-based ceramic artist known for her handbuilt sculptural pieces that explore form, balance, and the quiet rhythm of working with clay. “Each piece has its own personality,” Lee said. “Clay teaches patience—it’s about letting go of perfection and finding beauty in the process.”

The festival is free to attend, with plenty of parking available. The event will be held rain or shine.

SJCGA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting and supporting the local clay and glass arts community through exhibitions, education, and outreach. Proceeds from the festival help fund future programs and artist opportunities throughout the Central Valley.

Event Details:
What: 44th Annual Winter Holiday Clay & Glass Festival
When: Saturday, November 22, 2025 | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Where: Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1084 W. Bullard Ave., Fresno, CA
Admission: Free | Rain or Shine | Plenty of Parking
Presented by: San Joaquin Clay & Glass Association (SJCGA)
Website: www.sjcga.org

Logos

sjcga logo in blue gradient
Logo of the San Joaquin Clay & Glass Association featuring the words "sjcag" in bold, stylized white letters on a black background, with "San Joaquin clay & Glass Assoc." written below.
Logo of the San Joaquin Clay & Glass Association with the acronym 'sjcga' in bold black letters and the full name underneath in smaller text.

Poster

Flyer for the Clay & Glass Festival 2025, featuring images of various pottery and glass art pieces, and a figure with outstretched arms in the center, set against a blue background with event details.

Social Media Post

Event poster for the Clay & Glass Festival on November 22, 2025, at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Fresno, California, featuring images of pottery and glass art.

Photos for Promotion

Women and girl browsing outdoor display of colorful pottery and ceramic vases at a craft fair or market, with greenery and a tent in the background.
A smiling man in a black jacket and cap standing behind a table with handmade pottery and a vase with flowers at an outdoor market. There are tents and cars in the background, and trees with autumn leaves.
Colorful handcrafted ceramic mugs with floral and fruit designs displayed on a wooden stand at an outdoor market.
Outdoor display of colorful ceramic mugs on black metal and wooden shelves at a market stall.
A woman in a yellow raincoat smiling at an art display of colorful, textured ceramic sculptures resembling animals and abstract faces. The display features wall-mounted sculptures and ceramic planters, with a wooden fence background.
Woman with short dark hair smiling at an outdoor craft market, standing behind a display of ceramic art pieces including cone-shaped objects, decorated balls, and leaf-shaped dishes.
A woman in a pink shirt and hat standing at an outdoor art booth displaying ceramic art pieces, including vases and sculptures with faces and abstract designs, with a colorful banner in the background.