Get Ready for the HOLIDAY CRAFT, FOOD & GIFT BAZAAR!

BY AARIKA COPELAND

The holiday spirit is jingling all the way to the Rhema Ninowski Center in Broken Arrow, where the 3rd Annual Holiday Craft, Food & Gift Bazaar will deck the halls on Friday, October 11th, and Saturday, October 12th, from 9 AM to 5 PM! With free admission, free parking, and a cozy indoor venue, you can leave the chilly weather outside and step into a wonderland of handcrafted treasures.

2Feathers Stained Glass

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CW369 Studio

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“We’ve grown so much that we’ve had to move to a larger venue,” organizer Gretchen Willoughby said. 150 vendors will sell their unique wares so whether you’re looking for handmade jewelry, cozy blankets, charming ceramics, or delightful holiday decorations, you’ll find something special for everyone on your list. And don’t worry about shopping on an empty stomach—the indoor Food Concession Kitchen is ready to warm you up with delicious food, with plenty of seating for you to relax and enjoy.

Organized by the duo, Gretchen & Tom Willoughby, this event isn’t just about shopping—it’s about supporting local artisans and small businesses. “Some of our vendors have never taken part in an event this big so we’re happy to help them with exposure,” Gretchen said. With over 10 years of experience in organizing shows, they’ve traveled across Oklahoma, inviting the best and unique vendors to share their creativity with you.

HE. MED Spa

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 Tom’s Birdhouses;

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Bring the kids along for a meet-and-greet with children’s authors, grab a free shopping bag filled with goodies on Friday, and enjoy a free caricature drawing on Saturday. Plus, with nonprofits like the SPCA and Blue Star Mothers on hand, it’s a great opportunity to support wonderful causes.

So mark your calendars and come celebrate the joy of giving at the Holiday Craft, Food & Gift Bazaar—where every purchase is a gift that keeps on giving!

For more info, email them at gtinternational2603@gmail.com.

Meg Dendler - Meg has books for grown-up and young readers, including alien cats and genetic human-tiger hybrid Characters

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Helen Dunlap Newton - Helen Dunlap Newton is the author of two  middle-grade novels: NIGHT OF THE AMBER MOON, Yorkshire Publishing 2021 and DO YOU HEAR WHAT I HEAR? Yorkshire Publishing 2022. Both books were finalists for the Oklahoma Book Award, and NIGHT OF THE AMBER MOON received the Creative Women of Oklahoma Award in 2023.

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 Mamalena Creats.

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GiGi’s Wreaths and Things

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