(PR) – The Christmas Village festivities are in full swing, featuring entertainment, local food vendors, and beautifully crafted Christmas photo booths for families to enjoy. As part of the ongoing celebrations, the community is invited to the 5th Annual Holiday Art Bazaar and the first-ever Cultural Expo on Friday, December 12, at the Multi-Purpose Center from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.
This is the official second day of the “3 Fridays in December” series, bringing together more than 30 artists, cultural practitioners, and creative makers from across the Marianas. Guests can shop for unique holiday gifts, watch cultural demonstrations, and explore locally inspired art and handcrafted goods—supporting island artisans and celebrating the creative diversity rooted in tradition, innovation, and island pride.
Featured artists and creators on December 12 include an exciting mix of cultural practitioners, crafters, painters, jewelry designers, chefs, and more:
• Marianas Homeland – Homemade accessories, local T-shirts & floral bags
• Banidosu Shells Marianas – Hand-crafted cultural jewelry
• Xochitl – Ceramic art
• Papercrafts with Jill – Island-themed greeting cards, ornaments & gifts
• AOFIA’s Cultural Designs – Mwars, flowers, purses, cultural accessories
• SaipanOceanBreath – Candle holders, painted tiles & crochet
• Edgeesketch – Handmade paper flowers, banners, macramé & shadow boxes
• Hafa Adai Everyone – Chamorro medicine, healing oils & organic candles
• Chiku Chiku – Hair accessories & handmade gift boxes
• Alyssa’s Yarns – Crocheted crafts & keychains
• Madge’s Collection – Handmade jewelry and holiday goods
• Islemehndi670 – Traditional and modern henna art
• Ta Chagi Fan, Inc. – The Slingers – Traditional sling demonstrations
• Talaya – Nonprofit demos & talaya club shirts
• Tyler Warwick – Traditional carving tools, wood crafts & jewelry
• Designer Wreaths & Co. – Handmade Christmas wreaths & décor
• Tahine’s Creations – Island accessories, jewelry & gift items
• Greg the Painter – Acrylic textured island-scenery paintings
• Ladydi’s Creation – Mwarmwar, leis, cultural attire & party favors
• Heart & Soil 670 – Natural jewelry, seedlings & cultural art
• Nai’s Creations – Island-style shell jewelry, beads, and chains
• Farm Girl – Homemade jams and seedlings
• Kreative Giftery – Wood & acrylic gifts, ornaments & home décor
• Isla Krafty Corner – Handmade items
• Tyler’s Gelatte Stone – Baked goods & homemade ice cream
• Sweet Glam Island Chic – Pearls & seashell keepsake jewelry, kids’ art courses
• Pika Tinian – Hot pepper products & sauces
• Made by Almay – Handmade jewelry & accessories
• Leena Salas – Holiday gift bags & stocking stuffers
• Ernie the Painter – Island-scenery paintings, leaf painting
• Vlad the Adventurer – Photography and more
From cultural demonstrations to handcrafted treasures, this event is a perfect way to embrace the spirit of the season, support local creatives, and celebrate the richness of our island arts and traditions.
