Really enjoyed my visit with the owner, Jason, and the center "mascot," Gigi. Lots of work in…read moreprogress, painting exhibitions in assembly, and other art for sale. I was able to acquire a variety of jewelry items in different mediums for a very reasonable price, all made by local artisans and Center volunteers. Estate pieces are also available, priced below FMV, and lots of plans in the works. The atmosphere lends itself to creativity. The pottery pieces for sale would make great/universal gifts. I did buy a piece created by an artist who is now branching out on his own, thanks to Jason's coaching. It's contagious. :)

This business is amazing. One thing I love that they do for our students in our school system is…read moregive them support when it comes to doing projects. As is high school's junior my son had a project HE needed to do for chemistry class called the mole project. He was able to go to the village center for the arts where they had all the materials he needed as well as a certified instructor there who helped the kids with the project. Recently I saw that they were helping our middle schoolers with a social studies project. What an amazing thing they do and it's all free of charge towards students. Support small businesses and support these guys!

Really enjoy this crafty place because it's crafting made easy. Everything that you need is right…read morethere. I've really only done the ceramic painting. I've done a paint night and and a resin. It's simple enough. You don't need to pre-plan you can just sort of show up anytime they are open. I can't give five stars just because I think it's pretty pricey. There are some blank ceramic pieces that have a really high price and even the small ceramic pieces are quite high but after you paint it, they contact you 2 to 3 days later and you go pick it up so easy process.

Your workers, specifically the young girl with long dark hair and glasses, have awful…read morepersonalities. No eye contact, acting like you are annoying them by being there, talking over you when you're not finished asking the question. I spent close to $200 on 4 ceramic pieces, which is crazy overpriced, and was treated like we were an annoyance. I would find somewhere else to go.

What a fun time we had. This was great family fun time. Essentially, we called ahead of time to…read moremake a reservation so we could all be seared. We were a party of 9. Immediately, we were seated and they gave us our instructions. We selected a piece of pottery we wanted to paint. My wife and I chose bowls, then we were given a selection of paint colors to paint our bowls. After a few coats of paints, our job was done. We then proceeded to pay and in about a week we will pick up our works. It was a real fun time. The staff were very helpful. Everything was well organized and fun. Everyone had a blast. Apparently they also had candle making along with some glass design/decorating.

Such a cute space and lots of clay items to choose from! They went over the directions well and our…read moreitems come out so cute!

A few years before the coronavirus I've been frequently visiting this place and now with Covid I've…read morebeen hearing to make another work with them again

I love going to Glazey Dayz. I have been going there since it opened when I was in middle school…read more I'm now in my 20s and I still go with my friends to paint. The owner is so sweet and fun! She makes the experience great and she is always around if you need help! It is reasonably priced and such a great activity!

Glazed is such a gem! The staff are super helpful with tips and tricks, you really feel like you…read morecan create your wildest ideas. The space is huge, perfect for large gatherings or parties, and the selection is incredible, from decorative pieces to kitchenware and cute tchotchkes. I'm obsessed with my little duck and would definitely recommend for a fun outing.

Had the absolute best time and experience! Staff were helpful in explaining what to do, and made…read moresure to mention to not feel bad asking them questions. We came with a big group of 10 which we reserved the table, a few of us have never painted pottery before. Glazed had an abundance of options from plates to pet bowls, spoon rests, margarita glasses, holiday options, vases, you name it they have it! For beginners like me they also have stencils that one can use. Can't wait to pick up my finished piece!

The Studio is a piece of heaven for me. I restarted my pottery journey early this year as a new…read morechapter in my pivot point in life and I intend to be a member forever!! In my first class, Christine was so welcoming and caring - it is enthralling to be present in her passion to let everyone be immersed in the joy of pottery. Priscilla is the same in her compassion and knowledge. They are two wonderful women who allow this beautiful place to flourish with incredible art lovers from all walks of life. Members come from all over Fairfield county and beyond - I'm lucky it is in my town. Teaching pottery is difficult because everyone progresses differently and the instructors here do an amazing job or balancing the individual handholding and maintaining order of the class. While I work on my pieces, I get to observe some of the instructors whether they teach a group class or a private tutoring class. To share a few shoutouts: Safiya is fantastic with teens in boot camps - (I just learned that she is starting to teach Friday evening classes!) Julie also is a caring and competent teacher. Cass is an outstanding instructor with a wealth of knowledge; and Kate is such a sweetie, too! All Everyone is here because we love the joy of creativity and respect each other's artistic abilities. I enjoy conversations that accompany creating art across diverse age/gender/backgrounds here. There's something for everyone. Whether you are a tired parent looking for a mental health respite, an exhausted soul looking to enrich your artistic side, or to glimpse wonders in your own creation in general, I would recommend that you pay a visit and talk to the owners what you would like to do. They would be happy to help you find a way.

I started as a student at The Studio over a year ago. I took the adult courses in the evening and…read moreworked with Anne-Marie as my instructor. Anne-Marie was awesome and I quickly picked up the skills needed to work independently. After taking three sessions, it was deemed that I was capable enough to work on my own and I became a member. Since then, I've enjoyed my growth as a ceramicist as well as enjoying the community beside me! All the other members are super friendly and helpful when they can be. Kate, Priscilla, and Christine are so helpful and welcoming. It's a great place to be. I am grateful for my membership and the opportunity to createat The Studio!

Fun and relaxing with a great selection of ceramics to paint also picked up some amazing soaps she…read moremade

I have lived in Manchester for a very long time, yet this is my first time visiting The Firestone…read more I don't know what took me so long to try this place. It's a painting, an arts and craft, a bakery, and a coffee shop. Great place for friends to get together and spend quality time, with great refreshment. They make their own bread, Cheddar scallion scones, chocolate chip cookies, sandwiches, and many other items. My favorites are the different coffees and teas. The staff is very pleasant and helpful, both with the food service and the arts. What a gem to have on Main Street.

Surprisingly good food in a pottery painting place…read more Been meaning to review this place for a while. Each time I'd go in, see no one around, then left. This last attempt, there was a bunch of staff around so I got the full experience. The staff were very friendly and informative. They explained the pottery painting side of things to anyone painting a piece. They had a wealth of knowledge in that regard, explaining how to get the best results for each medium. I wasn't here for the pottery, I was here for the food. So they sat at a 4 top and let me go up to the cafe to order. The menu is basic, egg sandwiches, avocado toast, French toast, coffees and lattes. Some fresh baked pastries available but mostly simple dishes. I opted for their French toast latte and an egg sandwiches with bacon. Also got a cinnamon roll that was baked that morning. Food came out after a few minutes. Not speedy but not slow. Took some pics and dug in. There's a fundamental rule that I follow when reviewing. "The flavors on the description need to match the flavors of the dish." There's sandwich did this exemplary. The garlic aoli had a strong but slightly acidic bite to it, which helped the arugula's bitterness. The egg was fluffy, the tomato grilled and salted, and the bacon perfectly crispy. The soft home made bread was almost too soft, compressing down to nothing after each bite. If anything, the bread could've been grilled to give it a bit more structure. But besides that gripe, it's one of the best breakfast sandwiches I've had. The latte, that's what took the star off. The coffee is giv beans, so a good quality product. The problem was it was extremely, overbearingly bitter. With a French toast latte, you'd expect the sweet to counteract the bitter. But nope, the sweet came from the cold foam and the concentrated coffee at the base led to straight sips of cringingly bitter coffee. After mixing the cold foam into the coffee, it became more bearable. But the damage was done by that point, and my pallet was shot. Had to dump most of the coffee. Overall, it's a neat place to go to. It's rare to have activities along with good food, and the staff there make the experience great. Not too much a fan of the specialty coffee, but the food is well worth the price. A solid food choice for Main Street.

My daughter and I went here today and we had a great experience. There is a big selection of…read moredifferent pottery, big to small. It was a fun thing to do, and the owner and staff were really nice and helpful. We'll definitely be back soon !

My daughter had a play date here this past weekend. We had so much fun. The selection is great…read morefor all ages. The kids in our group ranged from 2-5. There is something for everyone in every price point. My daughter made a night lamp, we can't wait to pick it up this weekend. I look forward to going back without the kids in tow!

Amazing place. Amazing location…read more Amazing staff. I brought my two daughters and niece (ages 5 to 11) and they had something for everyone. Saule was incredibly helpful and nice! When my 5 yo acted up, she was super calm and understanding. She even helped us perfect her piece. Saule also expedited all the pieces for us because we live out of the area and were leaving in a couple of days. If I lived in the area I'd want a membership or discount because I'd be back and there's an $8 painter's fee (which adds up!). HIGHLY recommend!!!!

Wonderful experience! We cannot wait to go back! Received a phone call when my pieces were promptly…read moreready.