Adirondack holiday celebrations include craft fairs, community events

LAKE PLACID | Communities throughout the Adirondacks are planning to welcome residents and visitors to their local holiday craft fairs and celebrations. Many towns and villages have scheduled local craft fairs to align with community celebrations taking place on weekends throughout November and December. These seasonal events offer residents and visitors another opportunity to shop and celebrate in local Adirondack style. According to Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism COO Mary Jane Lawrence, community-based craft fairs and other holiday-themed events provide exceptional shopping experiences, while creating opportunities to learn about interesting small businesses and talented local artisans. "These craft fairs offer unique, hand-made items that aren't available elsewhere," she said. "Shopping locally, especially at one of our region's holiday craft fairs, supports local artists and their communities," she said. "We can all make a big impact by shopping locally this holiday season." The various community celebrations often include live music, silent auctions, artisan and vendor displays, raffles, tree lightings, various activities for kids, wreath making exhibitions, parades, fireworks and, of course, appearances by Santa and Mrs. Claus. "The holiday season is an excellent time to explore our Adirondack communities," commented Lawrence. "Our local artisans and event organizers go above and beyond to create memorable experiences, from festive shopping events to one-of-a-kind gift ideas and community celebrations. Supporting our local businesses and craftspeople fosters vibrant communities and allows visitors the opportunity to experience these fun, family events." HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIRS ESSEX COUNTY Craft Fair at Adirondack Community ChurchDate: Dec. 13, during Holiday Village Stroll weekendTown/Location: Lake PlacidDescription: Local craft fair, bake sale NCCC Annual Holiday Craft FairDates: Nov. 23Town/Location: Saranac LakeDescription: Come shop homemade crafts, holiday gifts, home decor, and food. Christmas in the ForksDate: Saturday, Dec. 6Town/Location: Au Sable ForksDescription: The event typically features a craft fair, wreath-making, pictures with Santa, bake sale, parade, tree lighting, and fireworks.Website: Christmas in the Forks Elevation Seasonal MarketplaceDates: Nov. 9Town/Location: JayDescription: More than 25 vendors and artisans featuring a number of holiday gift ideas.Website: Elevation Seasonal Marketplace Westport Holiday FestivalDate: Dec. 6Town/Location: WestportDescription: Craft sale, unique shopping opportunities, free warm drinks, and caroling in the evening.Website: Westport Holiday Festival Paradox Brewery Holiday MarketplaceDate: Nov. 29Town/Location: North HudsonDescription: Head to Paradox Brewery for an afternoon of festive fun featuring local vendors offering a variety of unique gifts and seasonal goods.Website: Paradox Brewery Holiday Marketplace Operation Santa Claus Holiday Craft FairDates: Nov. 15 - 16Town/Location: NewcombDescription: Unique handmade gifts, decor, jewelry, ornaments, baked goods and music.Website: Holiday Craft Fair St. Mary's Annual Craft FairDates: Nov. 2 - 3Town/Location: TiconderogaDescription: There will be hand-crafted items, Christmas selections, bake sales, and lunch available both days.Website: St. Mary's 34th Annual Craft Fair Vendor Craft Event at ADK Healthy HubDate: Nov. 15Town/Location: Ticonderoga, ADK Health HubDescription: Array of unique, handcrafted gifts, and delicious treats.Website: Vendor Craft Fair at ADK Healthy Hub Ticonderoga Area Farmers' Market-Holiday MarketDates: Dec. 5Town/Location: TiconderogaDescription: Ticonderoga Area Farmers Market is a special Holiday Market, as part of the town's Annual North Country Christmas and Holiday Shopping & Dining Night. Vendors will be set up inside the TACC office offering an array of local products, gifts, and raffles.Website: Ticonderoga Area North Country Christmas Annual Christmas Fair at First United Methodist ChurchDates: Nov. 16Town/Location: TiconderogaDescription: Gifts, Christmas decor, wreaths, silent auction, and baked goods.Website: Christmas Fair at First United Methodist Church Holiday Craft Market LunchDate: Nov. 1Town/Location: MinevilleDescription: Holiday gifts, decor, basket raffle, and lunch.Website: Holiday Craft Market Lunch Holiday Craft & Food SaleDate: Nov. 15Town/Location: Westport Federated ChurchDescription: Crafts and food items; lunch available.Website: Holiday Craft & Food Sale Grange & Whitcomb's Holiday MarketDate: Dec. 13Town/Location: WhallonsburgDescription: Food from local producers, gifts and decor from local artisans; lunch available.Website: Grange & Whitcomb's Holiday Market FRANKLIN COUNTY Sparkle VillageDates: Dec. 6 - 7Town/Location: Harrietstown Town Hall, Saranac LakeDescription: Unique and distinctive holiday gifts and one-of-a-kind treasures from one-of-a-kind local makers and vendors. Admission is $3 for adults and free for children under the age of 12.Website: Sparkle Village Annual Kids Holiday Craft FairDate: Dec. 6Town/Location: Saranac Lake Free Library, Saranac LakeDescription: Enjoy free admission and browse handmade creations from local young crafters - the perfect way to support budding artists and pick up some one-of-a-kind holiday gifts.Website: Annual Kids Holiday Craft Fair HAMILTON COUNTY Speculator Region Holiday MarketDate: Nov. 28Town/Location: Speculator, at the pavilionDescription: Unique gifts, handcrafted goods, delicious local treats, cozy knits, jams, and woodcrafts from talented Adirondack and regional artisans, crafters, and farmers.Website: Speculator Region Holiday Market Oak Mountain's Holiday FairDates: Dec. 6Town/Location: Oak Mountain, SpeculatorDescription: Live music, performance from the Different Drummer Dance Club, activities for kids including cookie decorating, face painting and carnival games, local artisans, various vendors, the festival of trees, and an appearance from Santa and Mrs Claus.Website: Oak Mountain's Holiday Fair Holiday Craft Fair & Tree LightingDate: Nov. 30Town/Location: WellsDescription: The Town of Wells annual craft fair and holiday tree lighting.Website: Craft Fair & Tree Lighting - Wells TUPPER LAKE Tupper Lake Craft Fair & Vendor FestDates: Dec. 6Town/Location: Tupper LakeDescription: More than 30 talented local artisans, raffle, small gift auction, snacks and an appearance by Santa.Website: Tupper Lake Holiday Craft Fair & Vendor Fest

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