Little Hawk editor Eli Shepherd’s guide to shopping local this holiday season.
The Burg: A Writers’ Diner by Marybeth Slonneger
$18.95 at Prairie Lights, Iowa Book, and other local shops
Pick up this in-depth and always interesting compilation of pieces written at and about the Hamburg Inn, the go to diner with soul in downtown Iowa City. They’re part of an essential Iowa City coffee table book collection sure to pick up a copy!
Iowa City Holiday Market
at the Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center
Saturday, December 8 from 8am-1pm
Whether you just want to pick up some local produce or get gifts for the whole family, you won’t be disappointed at this market, just be sure to get there early!
What a Load of Craft Nine
at the Johnson County Fairgrounds
Saturday December 8 from 11am to 6pm
Sweets, treats, and over 50 local vendors come together for this huge indie market that you do not want to miss! Goodies from the Trumpet Blossom Cafe and New Pioneer Co-op will be there too!