By Paige Gurgainers

Creativity and community will come together on Saturday, Nov. 1, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., as Cultural Crossroads of Minden hosts the annual Minden Maker’s Fair at The Farm of Cultural Crossroads, 419 East Union in Minden.

Inspired by the national Maker’s Fair Movement, the event highlights artisans, handmade goods and hands-on activities. Vendors will showcase original and handcrafted artwork, home goods, clothing, jewelry, pottery, stained glass and more. Organizers say it’s the perfect opportunity to start holiday shopping while supporting local makers.

The fair also features a wide range of free activities for families. Visitors can watch glassblowing demonstrations by Ivy Woods, try the pottery wheel with Mandie Ebard and enjoy free face painting and balloon sculptures by Jelly the Clown. Children can also explore interactive instruments at the Mischief Makers Creation Station in the courtyard of Zenobia’s House.

Food vendors will be on-site with ready-to-eat meals and treats to take home, ensuring plenty of options for hungry fairgoers.

Hosted by Cultural Crossroads, Webster Parish’s only 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organization, the Maker’s Fair reflects the group’s mission to “Unite All People Through the Arts.” Community partners, including the LSU AgCenter Webster Parish, will also take part.

Organizers are currently seeking corporate sponsors to help keep the event free to the public. For more information, email mindenmakersfair@gmail.com

This year’s sponsors include Title Sponsor Bonvenu Bank; Paint Patron Catherine C. Hunt of LaState Realty; Friends of The Farm sponsor B1 Bank; along with Daisy Donors and Fans of the Fair.

“We are grateful to our sponsors for helping us offer so many free activities to the community,” organizers said. “We encourage everyone to support the local businesses that make this event possible.”

For updates, follow @MindenMakersFair on Instagram and Facebook or visit www.culturalcrossroadsofminden.org