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🎨 Craft your way through the holidays in Berea

November 19, 2024 • 
Alexandra Garian
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GIF of LearnShop classes in Berea, KY.

LearnShop classes are designed with creative gift-giving in mind.

Photos provided by Berea Tourism; GIF created by 6AM City

Embrace the holiday season with Make It, Take It, Give It LearnShop classes, ~an hour away in the Folk Arts and Crafts Capital of Kentucky.

Explore hands-on workshops creating everything from broom-making to painting, all led by talented local artists from Friday, Dec. 6-Sunday, Dec. 8. Psst... This is the perfect opportunity to create a one-of-a-kind gift for your loved ones.

Pro tip: Kick-start the festivities early during Shop Small Saturday on Saturday, Nov. 30, before attending the Mayor’s Merry Mingling that evening.

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