Houghton: Local Artisans Featured at 32nd Annual Christmas Art & Craft Fair

HOUGHTON, NY – Houghton College is pleased to host its 32^nd Annual Christmas Art & Craft Fair on Thursday, December 6 and Friday, December 7 in the Reinhold Campus Center. This event runs from 10 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. both days, and is open to the public. There is no cost to browse the fair.
Each year, the Art and Craft Fair is held in the beginning of December and provides community members and students the opportunity to find something special for the holidays while supporting local artisans and small businesses from across Western New York.
This year’s selection of vendors will sell handmade, one-of-a-kind artwork, and local goods including, but not limited to:

• Alpaca wool scarves, socks, gloves, shawls, and sweaters
• Books, journals, cards, stationery, and other paper gift items
• Delicious local maple syrup and jams
• Naturally based skin care
• Local honey and honey products
• Original artwork, greeting cards, and prints of original paintings
• Pottery such as mugs, bowls, cups, and plates
• Soaps and bath products
• Stained glass pendants and glassware
• Sterling silver, bead, and glass jewelry items
• Textiles, such as baby blankets, coasters, scarves, and more
• Wooden crafts including toys, ornaments, cutting boards, utensils, decor and more
• Essential oils and accessories

A record number of vendors will be located on the main and lower levels of the Reinhold Campus Center. Vendors and shoppers are welcome to enjoy meals in the college in the dining hall, and the coffee shop, Java 101, will be open during Art and Craft Fair hours.

Additionally, the Houghton College Highlanders Shop will be running a sale the 6^th and 7^th, including 25 percent off toys, gifts, and games.