Community Calendar

Cross somethings off your Holiday shopping list this Black Friday. Stop by the Frontier Culture Museum from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM for handmade crafts and one of a kind gifts.

This event is held yearly on Black Friday and welcomes Artisans from across Virginia. And don't forget to join our costumed interpreters for a day of Holiday Traditions. Help decorate in England, learn about the Zuckerbaum in Germany, and cross over to America to see how Christmas has changed across the centuries.

This event is a donation based entrance fee day, so bring the whole family!

Gingerbread Festival (in Longwood Park) and Gingerbread House Competition (at the Salem Museum)
December 3, 10 am to 2 pm
Beat the crowds! Preview the Gingerbread creations starting November 29

The Gingerbread Festival is a popular annual Roanoke Valley holiday tradition! The family-friendly event is sponsored by the Salem-Roanoke County Chamber of Commerce. The Festival features a Gingerbread House Competition at the Salem Museum, and holiday vendors, marshmallow roast, gingerbread cookie decorating, and entertainment in Longwood Park. Don’t forget visits with Santa! Admission is free. For more information: https://s-rcchamber.org/gingerbread-festival/

Come see amazing, incredible, and down-right cute Gingerbread creations by bakers of all ages. Or, submit your own!

Gingerbread House Competition Rules
• Your creation doesn’t have to be a house.
• There are categories for amateur bakers of all ages, plus a category for professional chefs. Prizes will be awarded in every category, as well as a People’s Choice Award.
• Each entry must be constructed of edible materials ONLY. Creations that include non-edible construction materials will NOT be eligible for awards.
• For a sturdy dough recipe, google "gingerbread structural dough recipe" such as https://www.seriouseats.com/construction-gingerbread-recipe. You can skip the vanilla and spices, and substitute Crisco for the butter to make the project more economical.
• Base cannot be larger than 20” x 20”
• Entries must be delivered to the Salem Museum on November 22-23 or 25-26 between 10 am and 4 pm. Entries may be picked up after 2pm on December 3, and must be picked up by December 10. The Museum is open Tuesday-Saturday, 10 am to 4 pm. Closed on Thanksgiving Day.
• The Salem Museum is not responsible for collapses or other damage to the gingerbread creations.

About the Salem Museum & Historical Society
The Salem Museum & Historical Society is an independent, nonprofit organization preserving and celebrating the history of Salem, Virginia, which was founded in 1802. The Salem Museum is located next to Longwood Park in the historic 1845 Williams-Brown House at 801 East Main Street, Salem, VA 24153. Open Tuesday–Saturday, 10 am to 4 pm. Museum admission is free, but donations are appreciated. The Museum has ample free parking. 540-389-6760. salemmuseum.org

Innisfree Village Holiday Open House!

We will have handmade crafts for sale from our weavery, woodshop, art studio, bakery, herb garden, pottery, as well as tours of the village. In addition, there will be a wreath-making workshop, advance registration and fee required

Bring your little ones and join us for Author Talk & Holiday Shop as Dr. Anjali and Justin Ferguson read their book An Ordinary Day, designed to help children and parents broach discussions across race and cultural backgrounds. Stay for an open dialogue and Q+A with the authors, and get parenting insight from Dr. Ferguson, a specialist in trauma-informed care, early childhood mental health, and parenting. And finally, create a magical moment with a unique and intentional gift at Richmond's most intentional gift shop, Pop of Confetti.

Free Confetti Bar Ornament, Popper, or Bookmark with purchase!

Children ages 2-14 are recommended to be accompanied with a parent or guardian. Please RSVP for all family members so we can be prepared!

JOIN US for our 2nd Annual Galentine's Day Market at Hardywood Richmond! Come celebrate women owned small business and pick up something local for your loved ones! We bring together amazing local artists and makers selling handmade home décor, art, jewelry, apparel, and more! Indoor Event, located in Hardywood's Barrel Room.

A SPIRITS TASTING LIKE NONE OTHER

Be prepared to have your mind blown in our immersive cocktail experience. The Carnival of Cocktails is your weekend location for pop-up cocktail bars, tastings, education, experiences, food, and more. Want to learn what makes the best “Kentucky Hug” or what spirit can be used to make artificial diamonds? – this is your chance to taste, learn and enjoy. With over 100 brands represented, we are packing the house with spirits – vodka, gin, rum, tequila, whiskey, and everything in between. You will be able to taste spirits, try them in cocktails, and try some tasty food from the various food trucks.