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Ten Thousand Villages of Ann Arbor is celebrating 20 years! Join us for an in-store gathering on Sunday, October 13.
Contact: Anna Norman, Board Member
Ten Thousand Villages of Ann Arbor
303 S Main St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Email: annarbor@tenthousandvillages.com
Register for the 20th Anniversary Celebration
Join Us for a Celebration of 20 Years of Fair Trade in Ann Arbor!
Ann Arbor, MI — September 23, 2024 — In recognition of 20 impactful years as part of the Ann Arbor community, Ten Thousand Villages invites you to an in-store gathering on Sunday, October 13 from 5 to 8 PM. This milestone event will highlight key moments of our journey, celebrate the artisans we support, and position us to advance fair trade for the next 20 years!
Since opening our doors in October 2004 on Main Street, Ten Thousand Villages has proudly served as the first fair trade, non-profit handicraft retailer in the city. Our success is thanks to our dedicated supporters—friends, volunteers, donors, and loyal customers—who believe in our mission to ensure living wages and uplift crafting traditions for artisans across the globe.
This open-house style gathering is designed for all ages, so bring your family and friends! Here are some event highlights:
- Guest speakers sharing stories of impact
- Artisan and product showcases
- Promotional sales and discounts
- Raffles with prizes
- Light refreshments including hors d'oeuvres and drinks
Tickets:
Please note that tickets for this event are available for purchase in advance here via Eventbrite and may not be available at the door due to limited space.
Support Our Mission:
If you are unable to attend, we welcome your support through purchasing from our store, volunteering, or donating here via Donorbox. Your contributions are vital to continuing our operations, which directly build the livelihoods for over 20,000 artisans in underserved communities. Together, we can uplift families and communities through the power of fair trade.
Thank you for your ongoing support of Ten Thousand Villages and our mission to promote fair trade! Join us as we celebrate 20 years of impact in Ann Arbor and look forward to many more!
About Ten Thousand Villages:
Ten Thousand Villages is a nonprofit fair trade retailer that has been empowering artisans since 2004. Our store is dedicated to providing fair wages and sustainable livelihoods to artisans in over 20 countries, ensuring that every handmade product tells a story of dignity, craftsmanship, and hope.
