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PHOTOS: Hand-made creations galore at Chilliwack Christmas Craft Market

The 45th annual event features 180 vendors and is a fundraiser for the Chilliwack Community Arts Council
Jenna Hauck
Jenna Hauck
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Folks look at wooden vehicles for sale made by craftsman Paul Lintott of Chilliwack during the 45th annual Christmas Craft Market at Chilliwack Heritage Park on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019. (Jenna Hauck/ The Progress)

Thousands of people were getting into the holiday spirit on Saturday as they took in day two of the 45th annual Christmas Craft Market at Chilliwack Heritage Park.

The weekend-long event features more than 180 vendors selling everything from hand-made soaps and jewelry to treats, toys, Christmas ornaments and more.

The market is the largest annual fundraiser for the Chilliwack Community Arts Council.

The craft market goes today until 6 p.m., and continues Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $5 (cash only), kids 10 and under get in for free. Parking is by donation to the Valley Huskers Junior Football team.

READ MORE: Chilliwack Christmas Craft Market: Food, wine, spirits, cider, crafts, gifts and more

 

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Bernard Gillham (right) with Okanagan Dream Spinners chats with people during the 45th annual Christmas Craft Market at Chilliwack Heritage Park on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019. He makes the hanging spinners out of copper and crystal. (Jenna Hauck/ The Progress)
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More than 180 vendors were at the 45th annual Christmas Craft Market at Chilliwack Heritage Park on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019. (Jenna Hauck/ The Progress)
Jenna Hauck

About the Author: Jenna Hauck

I started my career at The Chilliwack Progress in 2000 as a photojournalist.
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