Hats off to this craft fair

Forget your troubles and just get happy at the Happy Holidays Craft Fair in Newport this Friday and Saturday, Nov. 29 and 30.

And if the craft fair alone isn’t enough to spark joy, Santa will also be making an appearance.

Started in Yachats in 2023, the fair offers a great opportunity for people in and around Newport to find high-quality gifts and treasures in the run up to the holidays. Locals and visitors will enjoy the warm holiday atmosphere and find just the right gifts hand crafted by nearly 30 artisans from the Pacific Northwest. From felted hats to jams and pickles, woodworking, soaps and fine art to jewelry, photography, calendars and so much more, the Happy Holidays Craft Fair brings delightful and thoughtful gift ideas to those who enjoy meeting the artisans and seeing art being created. Soup, sweets and beverages will be available for purchase.

The fair will take place from 10 am to 5 pm this Friday, Nov. 29, and Saturday, Nov. 30, at Shilo Inns Newport Oceanfront Conference Center, located at 536 SW Elizabeth Street.

For more information, call 541-272-7812.