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Center on Halsted's First Holiday Market Brings Cheer and Fundraising for Community
17 Nov
Summary
- Center on Halsted hosts its first-ever holiday market with over 40 local vendors
- Market features specialty items, treats, and supports the center's community services
- Goal is to raise $20,000 to fund programs like HIV/STI screening, career development, and housing
On November 12th, 2025, the Center on Halsted in Chicago held its inaugural holiday market, marking an early start to the festive season. The indoor event featured over 40 local vendors offering a variety of specialty items, from handmade candles and jewelry to gourmet food and beverages.
The holiday market provided a unique opportunity for shoppers to find the perfect gifts while supporting the Center on Halsted, a community organization that has been serving the area for years. The center's Auxiliary Board members emphasized that the market was designed to showcase smaller, independent businesses and artisans, giving customers a chance to discover unique, locally-sourced products.
In addition to the shopping experience, the event also served as a fundraiser for the Center on Halsted, which provides essential services to over 19,000 people annually. The organizers aim to raise $20,000through the market, which will go towards supporting the center's programming, including HIV and STI screening, career development initiatives, housing assistance, and senior living opportunities.
