Genesee Center for the Arts & Education will present 20 premier ceramic artists from across the country for a long weekend celebration of the best in contemporary clay. The Flower City Pottery Invitational, taking place Thursday, October 8, through Sunday, October 11, will include an artist reception, pottery exhibitions, demonstrations, workshops, and talks by visiting artists. Hundreds of hand-crafted pots will be exhibited, from contemporary design to rustic tableware.

The exhibition takes place at The Genesee Center for the Arts & Education (713 Monroe Avenue). A reception will be held Friday, October 9, 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Admission is $25. Admission to the show and artist talks over the weekend is free.

Complete details regarding workshops and previews of artists' work are available at rochesterarts.org. Workshop fees are $25 each ($30 for non-members), and some require an additional materials fee. For more information, call 244-1730.