Peace and Understanding at Palo Alto Holiday Fair

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Last year when I attended the Holiday Peace and Social Justice Craft and Info Fair at the First Presbyterian Church of Palo Alto, little did I know Ruth_Mutch_Wendy_Leonard_Sharon_Leonard_Ilhangane_Project_Holiday_Peace_and_Social_Justice_Fair_Palo_Altothat one year later I’d be behind one of the many booths which offer some small way to make the world a better place.

On Sunday among the tables in the long, bright multipurpose room selling everything from Fair Trade olive oil and coffee, to beaded necklaces and ornaments, to scarves and hats in every hue, I was selling the Good Neighbor Stories 2013 Datebook. It was a great day of meeting new people, hearing about wonderful local organizations, and making some great contacts for future stories.

In between talking to people at my booth, I managed to sneak in some holiday shopping. I picked up some adorable beaded ornaments for friends (and myself), and another beautiful gift I will remain mum on in case someone I know is reading this post 😉 . They came from a booth run by Limitless Horizons Ixil, a nonprofit that creates opportunities for indigenous youth, women, and families of Chajul, Guatamala.

The annual fair was co-sponsored by the church and the Peninsula Peace and Justice Center.  More photos after the jump. [Read more…]