GCSS Community Events

by Eric Pudalov, Community Events Coordinator

Today, GCSS kicked off its Art & Craft Bazaar, sponsored and organized by the Our Place and Art & Food programs. It took place from 9AM-2:30PM, and both staff and consumers took part in running the event.

Among the arts and crafts being sold were knit hats ($3); Christmas bags ($.50); small tins of cookies ($1); small tubs of cookies ($2); large tubs of cookies ($3); and photo albums ($1).

Baked goods were quite abundant as well, including a peanut/pretzel mixture with chocolate, and a walnut/craisin/apricot mixture. Of note: both selections were delicious.

Also included, in the craft area, was jewelry made by consumers, including some beautiful custom beaded necklaces for only $5.

Some of the most impressive items were the abstract paintings made by consumers. One, for example, entitled "Starburst," featured blue star-like shapes painted over a gorgeous reddish-pink background. Beside it lay an untitled painting, using a black background with light and dark green spirals intertwined. Though unfortunately, these descriptions don't do the artwork justice, most of it is still on display, so come by tomorrow and check it out!

Additionally, clients at Our Place created such pieces as a red-painted wooden ship with the University of South Carolina's logo and mascot prominently displayed, and a $15 GA Tech rocket ship.

Most fantastic of all, perhaps, is a fully decorated Christmas tree, including lights and brilliant ornaments, such as purple jingle bells, golden holly, purple ribbons, snowflakes, and a decorative bugle. The tree is available for $100.

Though the sale for today is nearly over, it's being held again tomorrow, so be sure to drop by!

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