The Shaker Museum's annual Christmas at Shakertown Holiday Market is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 3. Just in time for the holidays, 30 of the state and region's finest antique vendors and Southern craftspeople will be on hand to sell unique gift items.

New this year, Early Bird Shopping will be available from 8 a.m. until 9 a.m. for just $5 per person. Open House shopping begins at 9 a.m. for the U.S. Bank Christmas at Shakertown Holiday Market with the event concluding at 4 p.m. The market will take place inside the bottom three floors of the Shaker Museum's Centre House.

In lieu of an admission charge, all Open House attendees are asked to make a donation of canned food or money, all of which the Auburn Rural Fire Department will use to support local families in need this holiday season.

The Logan Friendship League will sell hot lunches and baked goods throughout the day. All proceeds will be used to support Logan County charities and special needs throughout the upcoming year.

The Shaker Museum will also host a special Christmas at Shakertown Holiday Market Preview Party on Friday, Dec. 2. The Preview Party features a Coffee & Dessert Bar by Starbucks Coffees, holiday performances by the South Union Quartet and, of course, excellent shopping opportunities. Tickets are $10 and must be purchased in advance by calling the museum at 542-4167.

For more information, please contact the Shaker Museum by calling 542-4167 or e-mail shakmus@logantele.com