Holiday Night Market returns on Nov. 19 to Macomb Community College

50 student and employee vendors will offer a variety of handmade goods

Macomb Community College will host its Holiday Night Market, also known as Nattmarknad, for the second year in a row on Nov. 19, 4-9 p.m., in the Art Gallery and black box theater, L Building, at the college’s Center Campus in Clinton Township. Hosted by the college’s Art Department and Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Holiday Night Market features 50 student and employee entrepreneurs selling a wide range of handcrafted goods.

"Nattmarknad, the Swedish word for 'night market,' is inspired by the charm of European holiday markets and brings the sparkle, warmth and joy of the season to our Macomb community," said Julie Lambert, professor, Fine Art Department, Macomb Community College. "Admission is free for this special one-night event celebrating the creativity and entrepreneurial spirit of Macomb.”

The event is open to the public and offers an opportunity to browse handmade products including ceramics, baked goods, jewelry, crocheted and knitted items, and other artisan creations. A selection of 50 participating vendors:

• Cookies from the Block: Unique cookie flavors.
• Marmar Makes: Crocheted items.
• Red Pine Provisions: Handmade soaps, detergents, spice mixes and home goods.
• Jordan Parker: On-site caricature portraits.
• CatfoodGravy: Bright and playful ceramic ware for gifting or treating yourself.
• Heirloom Spoon: Historic recipes, some of which are hundreds of years old.

About Macomb Community College

Macomb Community College (www.macomb.edu) is about transforming lives and communities through the power of education, enrichment and economic development. Macomb grants the largest number of associate degrees in Michigan and is the largest community college in the state. The college provides programming for youth through seniors, including early college for high school students, university transfer and career preparation programs, workforce education, continuing education and certification, and a wide range of enrichment opportunities encompassing arts, culture and lifelong learning.

Media Contact: Katlyn Holtvluwer, 586.349.8737, holtvluwerk281@macomb.edu