Friends of Children, Inc. to host Artisan Market on November 16

FLORENCE, MA – OCTOBER 2025 – Friends of Children, Inc. is hosting its first ever Artisan Market on Sunday, November 16 from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Garden House at Look Park, 300 N. Main Street in Florence, MA. 

This juried artisan event will feature 30 local creators, food vendors, and a silent online auction with a great selection of local seasonal experiences to bid on. All proceeds from the fund-raiser will benefit children and young adults affected by the child welfare system. 
“We are excited to invite the community to learn more about our mission through this inaugural event to kick off the holiday shopping season,” said Sarah Segura, Co-Executive Director of Friends of Children. “It’s been exciting to realize how many artisans are eager to join us for this holiday market to support the children and young adults in our programs.” 
 
Admission is free and there is no parking fee. Artisan items available for purchase include fiber arts, pottery, woodworking items, kiln glass, framed prints, holiday decor, jewelry, and all natural self care items. Push for Joy and Local Burger are the featured food vendors.
 
The online silent auction will run from November 5 through November 23. To view or bid on available items including experiences at New England’s premier holiday season attractions, museum admissions, lift tickets to local ski resorts and a beautiful array of handmade items from our artisans please visit: https://www.32auctions.com/FOCArtisanMarket

Friends of Children is fully dedicated to improving the lives of children and young adults impacted by foster care and the child welfare system.  Friends of Children was formed as a child advocacy organization 501c(3) in 1990 and currently administers the CASA program for Hampshire and Franklin counties and the FOCUS mentoring program statewide. From the beginning, their advocacy mission has defined the work of the agency as it addresses the needs of high risk children who are not readily supported by systems designed to protect them and encourage their full participation in society. For more information visit www.friendsofchildreninc.org.