Shop the Village Returns November 22: Holiday Shopping, Local Makers, and Youth Entrepreneurs Take Center Stage
The Paulding Area Chamber of Commerce invites the community to kick off the holiday season with Shop the Village on Saturday, November 22 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. throughout downtown Paulding.
This beloved community tradition will feature more than 70 vendors across 19 local locations, offering an incredible mix of handcrafted goods, boutique apparel, baked treats, home décor, jewelry, beauty products, woodworking, ceramics, and more.
Bonus for early shoppers: The first 150 visitors to Grounded Coffee & Crumbs (112 N. Williams St.) will receive a free “Shop the Village” reusable tote bag courtesy of the Chamber and Manz Accounting — perfect for carrying treasures from stop to stop.
“Shop the Village is one of our favorite Chamber events of the year,” said Jill Strahley, Executive Director of the Paulding Area Chamber of Commerce. “It’s a celebration of small-town spirit and the people who make Paulding thrive. Every purchase supports a neighbor, a student, or a small business that keeps our community strong.”
Where to Shop
Vendors and special activities will be hosted at:
Branch Christian Fellowship • Grounded Coffee & Crumbs • Studio 38 • Keepsake Beads & Boutique • Fuel Good Energy • HollyWood & Vine • Fessel Jewelers • Limitless • Salon 104 on the Square • Deja Brew by Cassy • Lindsey & Company Hair Studio • Fraternal Order of Eagles #2405 • C&C Treasures • Hidn Treasures • E&R Ceramics • Manz Accounting • Paulding Ace Hardware • Fiesta Habaneros • Bargain Bin of Paulding • Nini’s Ice Cream • Paulding Recovery Clubhouse
And shoppers can stroll between these sites to enjoy local retail favorites, pop-up artisans, sweet treats, and festive decorations throughout downtown.
NextGen Youth Artisan MarketNew this year, the NextGen Youth Artisan Market will be located next to Grounded Coffee & Crumbs under the outdoor tent from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. This market showcases talented young artists and makers from Paulding County who will sell their own handcrafted creations — from art and baked goods to gifts and décor.
“The NextGen Youth Artisan Market gives our youth the chance to experience entrepreneurship in action,” said Strahley. “It’s a fun and inspiring way for them to learn business skills and engage with the community.”
Youth Business Showcase
Running alongside Shop the Village, the Youth Business Showcase will take place at the Paulding VFW Post #587 from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Local students will share their entrepreneurial stories, sell their handmade products, and compete for awards and prizes including Visa gift cards, banners, and startup funds.
A Full Day of Countywide Festivities
In addition to Shop the Village, November 22 marks the final day of the Paulding County History
Museum’s Festival of Trees – Sparkle & Shine, open 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at 600 Fairground Drive in
Paulding. Visitors can enjoy beautifully decorated trees, live entertainment, and festive displays before or after their shopping stops.
The Village of Antwerp will also host its Shop Small Business Saturday celebration the same day, offering even more opportunities to explore and support local across Paulding County.
Maps, vendor details, and event updates will be shared on the Paulding Chamber’s Facebook page and Shop the Village’s Facebook Event page.
• Event Details:
Saturday, November 22, 2025, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Downtown Paulding, Ohio
Shop Local. Support Local. Celebrate Community
Free bags for Shop the Village Shoppers will be available at Grounded Coffee & Crumbs November 22 at 9 a.m. until gone.
For more information, contact the Paulding Area Chamber of Commerce at (419) 399-5215 or pauldingchamber@gmail.com.
