The season of giving, including gift-giving, is right around the corner. Be sure to make a stop in Loveladies between Nov. 14 and Dec. 13 to shop a variety of locally-made items at the Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts and Sciences’ Holiday Market Festival. And, at month’s end, on Nov. 28, LBIF will also host a Small Business Saturday event.
The holiday market is open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
“LBIF will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving on Thursday, Nov. 26, and will reopen for limited hours on Friday, Nov. 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.,” the Foundation’s Catherine Bontilao Allen noted.
“Shop small and shop local,” Allen encourages. “The LBIF will showcase handmade work in all mediums and price points by local and regional artists, crafters and brands. Discover notable one-of-a-kind works of fine art, functional ceramics, jewelry, textiles, ornaments and handcrafted gifts. Find that unique gift for someone who seemingly has everything.”
Then, at the Small Business Saturday event, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., enjoy live music; tasty bites; festive drinks including beer, wine and coffee; and photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus. “Wander through the gallery, sip something warm and experience the joy of supporting the local community,” said Allen. “Every purchase helps sustain small businesses and the arts on Long Beach Island.”
Small business booths for Nov. 28 include Jetty, The Mustard Indigo Tales, Watercolor by Sara, Rachel Meihack Photography, Artisan Epoxy Works, Emberline, Salty Sailor Coffee NJ, and Wildflowers by the Lighthouse.
For more information, call the Foundation main office at 609-494-1241 or visit lbifoundation.org.
