ANN ARBOR – Support small businesses this holiday season by shopping at locally-organized holiday markets instead of big box stores.
Several small marketplaces have been put together by Ann Arbor area businesses and galleries showcasing products from artists, crafters, makers and bakers.
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CAHOOTS CAFE HOLIDAY MARKET
206 E. Huron St., Ann Arbor
- From 10 a.m.To 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 10, stop by Cahoots Cafe to grab a latter and gifts from small businesses. Pick up baked goods, pottery, fiber arts, prints, jewelry and ceramics.
CELEBRANDO UN ANO: EL MERCADO
217 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti
- Bridge Community Cafe is hosting 10 local vendors from 6-9 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 9, and between 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 10. Specific creators and goods have not yet been announced.
LIBERTY PLAZA HOLIDAY GIFT MARKET
310 S. Division St., Ann Arbor
- The inaugural market will happen in the heart of downtown from 5-9 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 2. Around 20 vendors will odder holiday decor, artisan goods, coffee and baked goods.
HOLIDAY ARTIST MARKET
118 N. Fourth Ave., Ann Arbor
- Work from more than 60 artists in Ann Arbor’s The Guild of Artists & Artisans will be shown at Gutman Gallery from Nov. 25 to Dec. 22. The gallery and store are open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays.