10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Buffalo & Erie County Public Library
1 Lafayette Square, Buffalo, NY 14203

I’m excited to have been accepted as a local independent author alongside fellow authors! I’ll be selling my book, Critter Tells You Are Valuable, throughout the day.

Explore workshops on writing, publishing, finding illustrators, and bringing a book to life. Walk-ins are welcome; workshop registration is requested.

6–8 p.m.
5216 Bridle Path Lane, Lewiston, NY

Enjoy chat, snacks, fellowship, and shopping from Christian handmade artisans across Western New York. The event supports Lighthouse Ministries’ December 19 Boxes of Love event serving women and children in Niagara Falls. Last year, gifts for older children and men’s gloves ran out.

Instead of an entrance fee, purchase a baked good and/or bring a wrapped gift for ages 9–12 or 12–16, labeled with the age group and boy, girl, or neutral. Goodie-table donations help purchase men’s gloves.

11 a.m.–3 p.m. both days
Castellani Art Museum, Niagara University
7 Varsity Drive, Niagara University, NY 14109

Explore curated original art, handmade goods, ceramics, prints, jewelry, textiles, specialty items, and more. There will also be food vendors, specialty shops, basket raffles, and seasonal culinary offerings.

Suggested admission: $5. Children 12 and under are free.

5–7 p.m.
New Life Center, Luxon Drive
North Tonawanda, NY

Walk through Bethlehem, experience a live nativity, and browse the accompanying vendor show.

11 a.m.–3 p.m.
Niagara Arts and Cultural Center
1201 Pine Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY

Sponsored by Open Door Productions. Enjoy festive holiday shopping, with a basket auction drawing at 2:30 p.m.