If you are having trouble getting those hard-to-shop-for people in your life something just right for the holidays, this weekend is packed with hand-crafted holiday gift festivals, craft shows and vendor exhibits, here in Smithtown. With so many holiday festivals happening in our area, you are certain to wrap up that last minute shopping… or just head out and have some fun! From Christmas Tree lighting to ornament making Crafts for kids, Smithtown is in full holiday cheer mode. Find the time to do it all with our special Holiday Festival Guide!
Holiday Gift and Craft Shows
The Smithtown College Scholarship Committee presents the 4th Annual Craft Fair. This weekend, December 12 and 13th, 2015 at the Smithtown High School East Campus, get your last minute gifting on with more than 100 vendors all throughout the halls and cafeteria! From 10 AM through 5 PM, find unique hand crafted gifts, Jewelry, Aromatherapy Candles and Scents, Clothing, Accessories and even find a gift for your four legged friends! Proceeds from the event go to assisting aspiring young minds with College Scholarships.
Smithtown High School East located at 10 School Street in St. James
Kings Park 2nd Annual Holiday Craft Fair
On Sunday, December 13th from 10 AM to 5 PM, shop for great holiday gifts, stocking stuffers or just something nice for yourself. The Holiday fair, held at the Kings Park Jewish Center features over 35 vendors ranging from face painting for the kids, handmade boutique vendors, winter accessories, home accents and more. Bring the kids to get their faces painted
Kings Park Jewish Center is located at 94 E. Main Street in Kings Park
9/11 Responsders Remembered Tree Lighting
During this time of year, it’s important that we take a few moments to honor those who are not here with us. The most noble Tree Lighting of the holiday season takes place on Sunday, December 13th, 2013 starting at 5 pm.. The 5th Annual Tree Lighting at the 9-11 Responders Remembered Park, commemorates the holidays and pays a special tribute to the men and women who were the first to respond during this nation’s darkest hours. If you can not attend the tree lighting, you can still help by sending a special holiday donation to The 9-11 Responders Remembered Park by mail: PO Box 1341 Commack, NY 11725-1341 or visit the website: www.911respondersremembered.com for upcoming events or ways to help.
Deepwells Holiday Boutique
Saturday December 12th between 10 AM – 6 PM and Sunday December 13th between 10 AM-5 PM. Admission is $5 (Children under 12 are free) The favorite holiday shopping extravaganza, offers over thirty vendors, featuring hand crafted gifts, jewelry, antiques, dolls, stocking stuffers, candles, handmade soaps and so many other local artisans. Each boutiques is carefully set up throughout the decorated Deepwells farmhouse. Enjoy complimentary hot cocoa and cookies while taking a break from shopping or take in the beautifully decorated mansion all while supporting The Deepwells Farm Historical Society. Deepwells Holiday Boutique is located at Route 25A and Moriches Road. Parking is just across the street from the St. James General Store. For more information, please call: 631-563-8551
Smithtown Historical Society’s Super Saturday’s
Saturday, December 12th from 9:30 AM until Noon, Children will have a blast getting creative, while they make their very own christmas tree ornaments. Learn all about the traditions and history behind the magical season and the traditions we still celebrate today.
December 19th is Sweet Saturday… From 9:30 AM until Noon, children will roll up their sleeves and put on the chef’s apron as they learn to bake traditional holiday sweets and breads to share with the family. The cost of each session is $25 for non-members ($22.50 per session with membership). Call to register: 631-265-6768. The Smithtown Historical Society’s Frank Brush Barn is located at 211 Middle Country Road.