We're so excited to invite you to our first Christmas Village at Hope! We're having a two-day village to celebrate the "Light of the World" during this Christmas season. This is a time for the community to enjoy the innovations and creations of entrepreneurs, artists, and performers. Come and embrace the hope of the season while shopping, being entertained, and learning creative skills in a family-friendly environment.

This will be a time to celebrate the talents and gifts God has placed in us while also celebrating the best gift ever, Jesus Christ!

Schedule of Events

We will have vendors, artists, performers, free creative mini workshops, a cookie decorating contest, a crafting area, and a silent auction. The schedule for each day is in progress. Look below for a preview of what to expect.

Friday, December 12th 6p-9p

A special Hope Family Night to craft unique decorations for our Village as well as to bless the space before we welcome in the community.

Saturday, December 13th 12p-8p

Vendor Market and Art Gallery will be ongoing.

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Sunday, December 14th 1p-6p

Vendor Market, Art Gallery, and Silent Auction will be ongoing.

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*Workshop Descriptions:

Christian Improv Workshop: “Light of the World”

A fun, interactive improv class for all ages and experience levels where participants explore what it means for Jesus to be the Light of the World. Through quick games, creative storytelling, and playful scene work, we’ll discover how God’s light guides us, brings joy, and helps us shine in everyday life. No acting experience needed—just bring your curiosity, your imagination, and a willingness to laugh and learn together!
 
Photography Workshop: “Seeing the Gift”

A fun, hands-on photography session where participants use simple shooting exercises and real-time feedback from photographer Dexter Powell to uncover their unique creative gifts. As Dexter shares his inspiring journey—photographing famous athletes, vice presidents, and the surprising God-led moments behind it all—participants learn to see beauty, experiment with angles and light, and use photography as a way to notice God’s presence in everyday life. Perfect for all ages and all experience levels.
 
Dance Workshop: “O Come Let Us Adore Him”

In this season, as we celebrate the birth of Jesus, all are invited to join in thirty minutes of prophetic dance training. Regardless of your age, gender, or dance experience, feel free to join us as we hail our Savior Jesus through prophetic movement! Please wear relaxed-fit pants, and long, loose t-shirts. This will ensure full coverage as we stretch and worship together. Dance shoes are not required, but optional. Please bring bottled water. We look forward to dancing with you to honor our King Jesus.

**The Silent Auction will support Hope's Hero Generations Initiative.

Artists & Vendors

Exhibiting Artists:

Kristin Thomas, Dexter Powell, Marshall Barnes, Katherine Ogueri, Sterling Hopkins, Myshelle Newkirk, Samantha Lynch, and Cahny Clarke (age 8)

Vendors:​​

FAQs

Will both days be the same?

Vendors, artists, and performers will be in attendance for the entire day but some will only be at one day or the other. The workshops may also vary (see schedule above). The cookie decorating contest and silent auction will each be on one day only (see schedule above). Feel free to visit the Christmas Village both days to see as much as possible.

Must I attend the entire time?

This Christmas Village extends many hours to give flexibility to attendees. The schedule has been posted above so you can better coordinate your visit. Feel free to come for multiple stretches of time.

How do I sign up for the workshops or the cookie decorating contest?

Sign-ups for the workshops and cookie decorating contest will occur onsite. Please arrive prior to the event to add your name to the participant list. Some workshops and the cookie decorating contest will have a max participant limit.

Who is selling, displaying, and performing?

See above for all expected vendors, artists, and performers.

What forms of payment will be accepted?

Each vendor will indicate to their patrons which methods of payment they can accept.

How do I donate to the silent auction?

Email Hope's Creative Arts Ministry directly at artshcc@gmail.com.