Library gets crafty at annual Craft Fair

MILLERTON — Residents from around the region got a head start on their holiday shopping while supporting local crafters, artists and artisans at the NorthEast-Millerton Library’s annual Craft Fair on Saturday, Oct. 9.

Running from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the library’s Main Street front lawn, shoppers browsed tables of baked goods, crafts and handmade, handcrafted items on display during what turned out to be a seasonable fall day.

Those who attended the craft fair were also invited to submit a raffle ticket for the chance to win their choice of a gift basket filled with items curated from local businesses and individuals.

All proceeds raised from the annual Craft Fair went to benefit the NorthEast-Millerton Library.

— Kaitlin Lyle

Visiting Millerton from Lakeville, Conn., Victoria Littauer admired a yellow hand-knitted sweater and contemplated purchasing it at the NorthEast-Millerton Library’s annual Craft Fair on Saturday, Oct. 9. Photo by Kaitlin Lyle

From toys and sweaters to fingerless gloves and hats, an array of hand-knitted items was laid out on a table, waiting to be bought and loved. Photo by Kaitlin Lyle

Visiting Millerton from Lakeville, Conn., Victoria Littauer admired a yellow hand-knitted sweater and contemplated purchasing it at the NorthEast-Millerton Library’s annual Craft Fair on Saturday, Oct. 9. Photo by Kaitlin Lyle

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