This year’s Southern Crossings Pottery Festival (SXPF) features 12 nationally known ceramicists. The two-day pottery market starts with “First Pick Friday” on Friday, March 3 from 5-9 p.m. This is SXPF’s VIP event, with the chance to buy items before the general public. Also included are signature Ten20 SXFF Brew, hors d’oeuvres and live entertainment. Tickets are $10. The Pottery Market is open to all on Saturday, March 4 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. with live demos. Free and no tickets are required. SXPF’s charity event is Empty Bowls which supports the organization Change Today, Change Tomorrow. Donations are welcome both days of the festival. —Jo Anne Triplett