November 8 » Valdese
Embrace the holiday spirit early this year in November at the Old Rock School, a historic school meeting building built in 1922. This festive event marks the beginning of the holiday season with twinkling lights, seasonal decorations, and a variety of handcrafted gifts perfect for early holiday shopping from dozens of craft vendors. Hand gifts include hard carved wood crafts, soaps, holiday décor, and more. This event also features a raffle of various prizes. Attendees are given a passport at the door and must attend each booth to have it stamped for a chance to win prizes. » Old Rock School, 400 Main St. W; Friday, 4 p.m.-8 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.- 2 p.m.; Admissions: $2 or free with the donation of a canned good; (828) 879-2126; visitvaldese.com