Day: December 2, 2024

December is here, which means there are just a few weeks to explore the many Brooklyn holiday markets offering local and handmade wares for gift-giving.

There are plenty of options this year, with both outdoor and indoor festivities. Here are some to check out this season:

Bed Stuy Winter Wonderland
Thursdays to Sundays until Dec. 23, 12 to 6 p.m.
Marcy Plaza, Bed Stuy

The outdoor market, which kicked off on November 30, showcases small business owners and artisans with a festive atmosphere and special programming. There is a dedicated “Santa’s Hollow” for photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, open air dining, and a trolley providing transportation for shopping. Special events include toy giveaways, caroling, and live entertainment. The full list of local vendors and the calendar of events is available online.

The Makers Show at City Point
Saturdays and Sundays through Dec. 22, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
445 Albee Square, City Point

The annual indoor market started its weekends of shopping on November 30. Local vendors will have collectibles and hand-crafted items for the people and pets on your holiday list.

Fort Hamilton Holiday Market & Tree Lighting Spectacular
Friday, Dec. 6, 4 p.m.
Fort Hamilton, Bay Ridge

Browse a festive marketplace with handmade items, treats, and other treasures before enjoying the lighting of the tree at 5:30 p.m. The event is free and is open to the general public, but registration is required.

BKLYN Clay Holiday Pop-Up Market
Saturday, Dec. 7 and Sunday, Dec. 8, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Bergen Brooklyn, 84 St. Marks Place, Park Slope

BKLYN Clay has chosen a group of talented, local ceramic artists to participate in a pop-up holiday market.

Renegade Craft Fair Brooklyn
Saturday, Dec. 7 and Sunday, Dec. 8 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
ZeroSpace, 337-345 Butler Street, Gowanus

The Renegade Craft Fair brings the work of artists and designers from across the country to Brooklyn. This year shoppers will be able to check out the work of over 150 artisans.

Wallabout Wonderland Holiday Market
Saturday, Dec. 7 and Sunday, Dec. 8, noon to 5 p.m.
Building 293, intersection of Assembly Road and Gee Avenue

There is just one weekend to catch this market, which will include 200 New York City designers and artisans offering jewelry, home decor, and fashion. The seventh annual market will also have family-friendly activities, food, and music.

FAD Market Holiday Pop-up: Boerum Hill
Weekends of Dec. 7 and 8, 14 and 15, and 21 and 22, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The Invisible Dog Art Center, 51 Bergen Street

FAD Market Holiday Pop-up: Cobble Hill
Weekends of Dec. 7 and 8, 14 and 15, and 21 and 22, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
St. Paul, 190 Court Street

FAD Market Holiday Pop-up: Dumbo
Weekends of Dec. 7 and 8, 14 and 15, and 21 and 22, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Empire Stores

FAD Market has three pop-ups this year, all offering the fashion, art, and design for which the market is known. Each weekend will feature 150 makers spread out across the three locations. The makers featured will switch up each weekend, for a total of 450 artisans displaying their work.

Holiday Market with Brooklyn Pop-Up
Sunday, Dec. 8, Saturday, Dec. 21, and Sunday, Dec. 22, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Brooklyn Museum, Beaux-Arts Court, 3rd Floor

Browse a mix of artwork, jewelry, home goods, and more at the pop-up inside the museum. On the weekend of December 21 to 22 the acapella group VocalSoul will provide some festive music. Access to the market is free with museum admission.

Holiday Market Pop-up at Industry City
Sundays from Dec. 1 to 29, 12 to 6 p.m.
Industry City, Sunset Park

Find unique gifts and treats to enjoy while supporting local businesses each Sunday in December at Industry City.

Essential Bushwick Holiday Market
Saturday, Dec. 14, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
114 Forrest Street, Bushwick

The Bushwick market returns this year and gift buyers will be able to enjoy some music, festive lights, and refreshments while they check out the hand-crafted goods available.

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Mayor Eric Adams and Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos unveiled plans Monday to add 36 new schools to the Future Ready NYC program, expanding the initiative to 135 schools and adding two new program pathways.

During the announcement at Boys and Girls High School in Brooklyn on Dec. 2, the mayor said this expansion aims to equip more students with real-world skills and prepare them for high-wage, high-growth careers, all while addressing the pressing need for a career-connected education in New York City.

“Future-ready NYC is a win for young people to win, for our city, and [a] win for our economy,” Mayor Adams said. “Today’s announcement is part of this administration’s continued commitment to give our young people all the tools that they need.”

As part of the new pathways, the mayor announced that students will have access to training in HVAC and decarbonization, as well as human and social services. These fields are critical to the economy and vital in combating climate change and addressing mental health issues in the community.

The Future Ready NYC program was launched in 2022 as a signature career-connected learning initiative. It connects students to rigorous coursework, offers real job credentials and provides work-based learning experiences. The program’s reach will broaden significantly with the newly announced schools, impacting even more students across the five boroughs.

Melanie Mac, interim chief of student pathways at the city’s Department of Education, emphasized the collaborative effort that has propelled this initiative.

“Through Future Ready NYC, we’re transforming the way New York City public schools prepare all students for college, career, and choice-filled lives,” Mac said, highlighting the importance of partnerships with city agencies, employers, educators, and students. 

According to Aviles-Ramos, the program has proven to be a great success. This past year, they invested $8.2 million into the hands of our high school students through [their] work-based learning opportunities. 

“Building a better future for our young people through meaningful career preparedness is a major priority for this administration,” Aviles-Ramos said. “Today, we proudly continue on this journey with the help of some key partners.”

Generation wealth and well-being are goals of Future Ready NYC, which puts real-life skill sets in students’ hands before they even leave high school. This program is supported by Mayor Adams’ $53 million investment in career readiness as part of the Fiscal Year 2025 budget, reflecting significant funding for student career preparation.

“We have grown to provide 15,000 students across 135 schools with early access to high growth, wage careers, rigorous course work, job certifications, job experience, early college credit, and one-on-one advising to create a strong post-secondary plan,” Ramos said.

The initiative includes a newly introduced HVAC and decarbonization pathway to create a diverse talent pipeline for the expected 230,000 green economy jobs in New York City by 2030. This pathway will offer courses on construction safety, electrical and mechanical applications, and building decarbonization. A human and social services pathway will also focus on human growth, counseling, and advanced placement psychology.

“Education must prepare our young people for the 21st-century economy by helping them learn the skills they need to succeed,” the mayor said.

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