ST. JOSEPH, Mich. — Holiday lovers are invited to get a start on holiday shopping and enjoy a satisfying meal at the Krasl Art Center’s Artisan Market and Soup’s On fundraiser Nov. 7-13.

The Artisan Market is a fine craft show hosted each autumn in the galleries of the Krasl Art Center. Guests will be welcomed with a piping hot cup of cider and personal shoppers will be on hand to help select the perfect handmade items for loved ones and friends.

Giftables from regional artists include jewelry, ceramics, apparel, holiday decorations and more.

 

Premiere Party

The Artisan Market kicks off with its “Puttin’ on the Ritz” Premiere Party Friday, Nov. 7 from 6-8 p.m.  Attendees will have the first opportunity to view and purchase unique gifts for family and friends, be entertained 1930s style and enjoy wine by Lemon Creek winery, beer by Tapistry Brewing and appetizers.

A costume contest will be held for those who would like to dress in fashions from the 1930s with special prizes awarded to the best costumes.

The cost to attend the premiere party is $25 per person. Tickets may be purchased at krasl.org or at the event.

 

Shopping Hours

Shop Saturday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Personal shoppers will be available to help patrons with their purchase and a wish list service is available to let loved ones know what patrons would like for a gift.

The Artisan Market will be open until 8 p.m. Tuesday and will feature complimentary wine, beer, light appetizers and entertainment throughout the evening for the enjoyment of shoppers.

Daily shopping and Tuesday evening shopping are free and open to the public.

 

Soup’s On

Enjoy a satisfying meal and shop for artist-made giftables at the Soup’s On luncheon to be held 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 10 through Thursday, Nov. 13 during Artisan Market.

The cost for a single bowl or three-cup sampler, bread, drink and apple is $7 per person.  Dessert is available for $2 each.

Patrons may support the Krasl Art Center by purchasing a special “Dine, Dessert & Donate” package for $10 which includes the meal, one dessert and a $1 donation to the Krasl Art Center. “Celebrity” servers will dish soup during Soup’s On.

Monday’s servers will be the Krasl Art Center staff, Tuesday will be the Krasl Art Center board of directors, Wednesday will be employees from Edgewater Bank, and Thursday will be students from the Culinary Arts program at Lake Michigan College.

Media partner Edible Michiana has created a Roasted Fall Vegetable Soup recipe for Artisan Market. The recipe will be available during the event and the soup will be available Monday during Soup’s On. Lake Michigan College Culinary Arts program students will serve their own chili recipe Thursday, providing students with the opportunity to display their culinary skills to patrons.

Companies and organizations that would like to reward employees with a delicious lunch may call the Krasl Art Center at (269) 983-0271 to purchase Soup’s On tickets in advance.

Veterans who purchase a meal on Veterans’ Day, Tuesday, Nov. 11 will receive one free dessert by showing their veteran card.

 

About the Artisan Market

The Artisan Market is the Krasl Art Center’s annual fall fundraiser and one of southwest Michigan’s finest craft shows.  Artists must apply to the market and are accepted on the quality of their work as well as their media category to ensure a broad range of exceptional and unique handmade giftables.  Proceeds from the fundraiser benefit the Krasl Art Center’s education and outreach programs.  Artisan Market is sponsored by Biggby of St. Joseph, Edgewater Bank, Edible Michiana, Lake Michigan College Conference & Event Services. For more information visit http://www.krasl.org/engage/artisan-market.

 

About the Krasl Art Center

Krasl Art Center is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization and is located in a 17,500 square foot, three-story building in downtown St. Joseph, Michigan overlooking Lake Michigan.  The Krasl Art Center has three public galleries, five studios, a library/lecture room, a black and white wet darkroom, a gift shop and a permanent collection of 40 sculptures.  Through its mission of bringing people and art together, the KAC offers thoughtful exhibitions, community events such as the Krasl Art Fair on the Bluff and Artisan Market, engaging classes, outreach opportunities, and cultural exploration.  The Krasl Art Center is funded in part by the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs and the National Endowment for the Arts. 

The Krasl Art Center galleries are open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with Thursday hours extended to 9 p.m., and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.  Gallery admission is free; however, donations are appreciated.  For more information, please visit www.krasl.org or call (269) 983.0271.