Sunday November 13, 2011 from 9AM to 2PM

For over 20 years Presbyterian Women have sponsored an annual Alternative Christmas Bazaar where 100% of the proceeds benefit local and global non-profit organizations.  As an "alternative" to the frenzy and commercialism of mall shopping you won't find clothing manufactured in sweat shops, plastic toys in need of batteries, or pricey "i-things".  Instead, you can purchase fair trade items such as handcrafts, jewelry,  and coffee with the assurance that the artist or farmer has received a fair wage for the product.  There will also be opportunities to donate gifts of livestock, immunizations, or clean water to communities in developing countries in the name of that special hard- to- buy- for someone on your gift list.  Many small gift items that children can purchase for parents, grandparents and teachers will be available, so plan to make this a family event.

2010 Alternative Christmas Bazaar: $10,243

Held in early November this event generates mission funding sent directly to the following charitable organizations: Cuadros from Pamplona Alta, South Oakland Shelter,  Habitat for Humanity,  Presbyterian Border Ministry, Heifer International, African Relief, Pal CraftAid, Seedlings, Lighthouse, Shawl Ministry (Heifer Project and Kiva), Paws with a Cause, Skyline Camp and Conference Center, PW Cookbook (Detroit Hunger), Keith Bovenschen School, SPANCO, FPC 175th Anniversary items, and FPC Youth coffee