The smell of baked cookies and the sounds of music and friendly conversation will fill Story Memorial Hall next week with the return of the annual Brownsville Holiday Happenings on Saturday, Dec. 6.
The holiday market event has been a tradition in West Windsor for over 60 years, said organizer Gail Britton.
The market portion of the event will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., as holiday music performed by fiddler Adam Boyce will provide a soundtrack to the bustle. Marketgoers will have the opportunity to purchase a variety of personal and Christmas gifts, from various foods, drinks, and arts and crafts like paintings, woodworking, crochets, and jewelry. Some vendors’ wares will be awarded through a raffle for which tickets must be purchased. Homemade blankets and mittens will also be for sale to keep people warm for the winter season.
As usual, baked goods such as homemade cookies and pies will be plentiful for purchase.
As the market continues, a luncheon will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The luncheon is often “what drives people” to the event, said Britton, and has been with the event “forever.”
The luncheon’s menu will consist of corn chowder, chili, fruit salad, and several kids sandwiches. Homemade cookies brought by families at the event will be the dessert. Food will also be served by the West Windsor Historical Society with their Bean Supper offering at the Grange Building. Pre-orders for food must be made and can be requested by email at info@wwhs-vt.org, and meals are payable by check or cash by 5:30 p.m.
As the sun drops and evening takes over, the town hall will be illuminated by the Christmas Tree Lighting at 4 p.m. But a chance to meet Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus may occur before the lighting for those on the close lookout. To warm up during the evening, a bonfire will be held, and warm cider and other refreshments will be offered. The holiday joy continues at Tribute Park Pavilion with a live Nativity Scene being staged at 5:30 p.m., complete with live music and maybe even some animals. Hot chocolate and homemade cookies left over from the luncheon will be served at the Nativity Scene.
