Local Green Shopping Opportunities

Here are some upcoming opportunities for holiday shopping that are sure to have lots of 'green options' as well as support local businesses, artisans, and organizations.

Reindeer Days, sponsored by Linden Hills Business Association. Saturday, December 6. In addition to hot cocoa, sleigh rides, and special activities at many of the local businesses in the 43rd & Upton business district,

• Linden Hills Co-op is hosting it's Reindeer Room with fair trade, well-made, local & environmentall friendly little gifts...all priced under $10. No charge. No reservations. 11 am to 2 pm
• Wonderment is hosting an advent wreath workshop (suggested for ages 6 and up). Suggested donation is $5 to support Joyce Food Shelf. And pick up some great non-toxic, high quality kid gifts as well! 10:30 am to 2:30 pm.
• St. Thomas the Apostle is hosting its "JustGiving" Fair, with fair-trade good from Peace Coffee, Ten Thousand Villages, Birch Clothing and more, as well as information to connect you with nonprofits supporting our community and the larger world. 11 am - 2 pm.

No Coast Craft-O-Rama at Midtown Global Market. December 5, 3 pm - 8 pm. December 6, 9 am - 5 pm. This annual event features a variety of designers, artists, crafters and other talented creators of unique handmade goods. Not everything may be 'green' - but they explicitly have a green focus this year so expect to see crafts from recycled, repurposed, recyclable, etc... materials. There is sure to be lots of options, with many under $25. I think I'll be looking especially for unique teacher gifts there...

Craft Sale Benefit for Friends for a Non-Violent World at Mpls Friends Meeting House (44th & York Ave S). Dec 5, 3 pm - 9 pm. Dec 6, 9 am - 3 pm. Again, not specifically a 'green' event, but many of the handicrafts will be from local artists and feature green elements.

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