Name: Holiday Pop Up Shop
Start: 2026-11-28T10:00:00-05:00
Location: WORK_SPACE

WORK_SPACE

Event Timing: November 28th, 2026 10am-2pm
Event Place: WORK_SPACE 903 Main St, Manchester, CT 06040 – throughout the Main St Gallery &amp; 1st floor meeting spaces.
Submission Deadline: November 16th, 2026
Contact 860-647-3168 or artandculture@manchesterct.gov with any questions.
Our annual holiday pop-up market is back! Submit for a chance to participate in a great community of local makers and artists, and take advantage of this opportunity to connect with new customers during 2026 Small Business Saturday. Only $25 table fee (free for Gallery Members), and 10% of sales at the end of the day.

Local Event: Holiday Pop Up Shop

Hartford County

Chris Dehnel

Hartford Metropolitan Area

Manchester

Connecticut

Holiday Pop Up Shop

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Join Manchester Art Association for a watercolor workshop “Don’t be Afraid of the Dark” – value choices to make any painting eye-catching.Artist Audrey Prucnal will lead us through different value pattern schemes to create immediate viewer attention.The workshop is Wednesday, November 4 from 10 am – 4 pm at the Manchester Church of Christ, 595 Tolland Tpke (entrance in back). The workshop fee is $75 for members/$100 for nonmembers. To register please go to: <a href="https://www.manchesterart.org/workshops" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.manchesterart.org/workshops</a>

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Staff member Valerie will lead you in creating a decorative pie garland to adorn your mantle, doorway, railing, or anywhere your heart desires. All materials will be supplied – however, attendees who own a hot glue gun are encouraged to bring their own to the program. Registration will be required and limited to the first 15 people – visit our website’s program calendar at <a href="https://manchesterpubliclibraryct.events.mylibrary.digital/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://manchesterpubliclibraryct.events.mylibrary.digital/</a>
to reserve your spot or call 860-647-4614 on Wednesday, October 28th to register and for more information. Free program for adults.

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The Manchester Public Library is pleased to partner with the Connecticut Department of Labor for a free job fair for job seekers. Meet with a variety of organizations and businesses, connect with hiring managers and network with other folks in your profession. Attendees are encouraged to bring current resumes to share. No registration is required for this event for the public.
*The Connecticut Department of Labor is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and equal opportunity program and service provider. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Email requests to <a href="mailto:dol.beu@ct.gov" target="_blank">dol.beu@ct.gov</a>.*

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