Looking for ways to keep your holiday spending local while also supporting small businesses? Introducing our first of three Makers Markets for the holiday season.

ASSEMBLAGE and Hammer & Stitch Brewing Co are teaming up once again to showcase Greater Portland’s outstanding maker network while making holiday shopping fun, festive & meaningful. The Makers Fair returns as several, small-scale Holiday Markets held inside Hammer & Stitch Brewing Co at 2377 NW Wilson St. in Slabtown. Three events are scheduled, with10 different local artisans selling their handmade goods at each market for a total of 30 makers in all.

All ages are invited to shop these unique markets and enjoy an afternoon of community togetherness. Plan to stay & dine as well. Hammer & Stitch offers a full lunch and dinner menu of upscale pub fare and tasty snacks, in addition to house-crafted beers and other beverage options.