Craft heaven
“Christmas in the Country” started 25 years ago as a corner craft show and eventually grew into the top artisan show in the country, as ranked by Artisan magazine. More than 400 booths of artisans from 24 states, Canada, Germany and the United Kingdom, as well as Western New York, are spread out through five buildings on the Hamburg Fairgrounds this weekend. Holiday shoppers can find items ranging from pottery, florals and holiday decorations to clothing, art and specialty foods. Patty Cancilla of Grand Island, who makes handmade jewelry, has been participating in “Christmas in the Country” for about 10 years. She says that this is by far the largest show that she takes part in throughout the year. “Women look for jewelry that no other woman has,” says Cancilla, who creates wire-wrapped pendants, earrings and bracelets, as well has Victorian-style and hand-painted pieces. “Christmas in the Country” continues from 10 a. m. to 9 p. m. today and runs from 9 a. m. to 6 p. m. Saturday and 10 a. m. to 5 p. m. Sunday. Admission is $7 at the door, and children under age 12 are free. For more information on the event and discount tickets, visit www.xmasinthecountry.com . —Evonne Austin
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