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[MARKET] This annual market has become one of the biggest pop-up markets in the city and the go-to market for lovers of locally produced arts and crafts. The list of items that’ll be for sale is lengthy, so we’ve done a little bit of research and picked out a handful of artists and vendors to start you on your path through the market, which will take place in the beautiful Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum Porter Hall on Saturday, December 3. The Queen City Market will also offer a chance to donate your non-perishable food items to the Food Bank of WNY.

 Amanda Beaulieu 
Amanda Beaulieu is a metalsmith from Buffalo. You may have seen some of her work at Wild Things, the artisan gift shop on Lexington Avenue. Look for her fun, memorable, metalwork designs at the market this Saturday. 

 Rust Belt Threads 
Run by market organizer Amanda Ferreira, Rust Belt Threads sells a finely curated selection of vintage clothing, barware, and shoes. There’ll be a lot of very giftable options at this prominent vendor station. 

 Wrafterbuilt 
This woodworking company helmed by Sean Wrafter is not the only one in Buffalo, but it’s becoming one of the most widely known. You’ve probably sat at a Wrafterbuilt bar or table in one of your favorite restaurants. At this market, look for small-scale items from Wrafter, from wood-art to beautiful, functional pieces.

 West Side Stitchery 
Launched in 2013, West Side Stitchery sells hand-crocheted pieces. You’ll likely find something from a hat to a pair of socks that’ll look good and be perfect for Buffalo’s winter weather.

 The Vinyl Vindicator 
The Vinyl Vindicator, a.k.a. RiversideSlim, has a collection of vinyl record you won’t find in any local brick-mortar. The online vendor, who has been selling records at record shows and on ebay for 15 years, will set up shop at the Queen City Market. Look for everything from vintage classic rock LPs to 1990s white label house singles.