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November 6, 2015
Abbotsford Arts Council brings its annual Pop-Up Artisan Market to Highstreet Shopping Centre
Abbotsford, B.C. –The Abbotsford Arts Council will present its annual Pop-up Artisan Market this year at Highstreet Shopping Centre (3122 Mt. Lehman Road, Abbotsford, B.C.) on December4, 5, and 6. The 2015 market at Highstreet will provide an indoor venue with a festive atmosphere and new opportunities to find local, one-of-a-kind Christmas gifts and stocking stuffers, while at the same time impart support and recognition for local artisans.
All artisan gifts featured in the market will be original, locally-handmade artwork, bath & body products, pottery, jewelry, clothing, woodwork, sculpture, and more. There will also be a raffle draw as well as free cider as you take in the wonderful displays.
Christmas Artisan Market Hours of Operation:
Friday, December 4, 5:00PM – 9:00PM – Open to the Public – featuring treats from Famoso and Cupcakes by Heather and Lori
Saturday, December 5, 11:00AM – 7:00PM – Open to the Public
Sunday, December 6, 11:00AM – 4:00PM – Open to the Public
Admission is by a $2 donation
A special thank you to our sponsors: Highstreet Shopping Centre, The Abbotsford News, Famoso Neapolitan Pizzeria, HOFA, Cupcakes, Bourquin Printers & Signs, Photography by Davina, Steve Nash Fitness World, Fat Burger and Subway.
For additional information, please contact the Abbotsford Arts Council by phone at (604) 852-9358, by email at info@abbotsfordartscouncil.com, or visit our website at abbotsfordartscouncil.org.
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About the Abbotsford Arts Council For over 40 years, the Abbotsford Arts Council has been a resource for local artists while promoting the vision, creativity, and energy of the Abbotsford community through the arts. The Abbotsford Arts Council consists of members, volunteers and directors representing diverse artistic, economic, and cultural interests of community members of all ages. Almost 70 local arts, heritage and culture organizations receive support under the umbrella of the Abbotsford Arts Council, and the talents of hundreds of local artists are showcased by the Abbotsford Arts Council each year at the Kariton Art Gallery and Boutique, the Envision Financial Coffee House Concert and Concert in the Park Series, the Arty Awards and the Christmas Artisan Gift Fair. To learn more about the Abbotsford Arts Council, visit abbotsfordartscouncil.org.
For more information, contact: Sophia Suderman, Executive Director Abbotsford Arts Council Phone: 604.852.9358 E-mail: sophia@abbotsfordartscouncil.com