A message from the Chair of Christmas in the Valley RI (CITV):
On behalf of our exhibitors, I am delighted to welcome you to Christmas in the Valley, now in its 33rd year.
CITV is a curated holiday shopping experience bringing together 16 talented artisans in an intimate welcoming atmosphere. With our strict no-duplicate policy, you are guaranteed to find truly one-of-a-kind creations.
I have served as chair of this annual event for close to 15 years. And my husband Charlie and I have been exhibitors for nearly 30 years (we’re Thyme Farm).
Come to the show. Be inspired by the work of our incredible artisans. It’s a wonderful place to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list. I shop every year at CITV!
Holly Shadoian, Chair
Christmas in the Valley
3
Days of Shopping
30+
Years of Celebration
16
Unique Exhibitors
The History of Christmas In The Valley
How it began: Rachel Badeau, Laura Laramie and Cindy Mellor Neale, three very talented artisans from Foster, rotated hosting a mini Christmas in the Valley in their homes to sell their creations. They quickly outgrew their space.
What came next: Kirk Badeau suggested moving the event to the Moosup Valley Fire Station for additional space and more exhibitors. He handled the organization and selection of exhibitors (and invited Thyme Farm to be an exhibitor). That space was also outgrown after a few years. Kirk moved the show to the Foster Country Club where it has been for the past 28 years.
Where we are now: When Kirk decided to step away from CITV, a local non-profit briefly ran it. Several returning exhibitors then asked if I would serve as chair. Two friends from town were able to assist my husband Charlie and me for several years. Charlie and I continue to source potential exhibitors from festivals and artisan shows in the region and run the show.
Swamp Meadow Covered Bridge
RI’s only covered bridge on a public road. Located at 105A Central Pike (which crosses Foster Center Rd, Rt. 94). 4.6 mi. from Foster Country Club. You can drive or walk across
the bridge.
Foster Town House
Built in 1796, the oldest town meeting house in the U.S. still used for town meetings. 181 Howard Hill Rd. 3.5 mi. from Foster Country Club.
Jerimoth Hill
Highest point in RI at 812’. Rt 101W in Foster about a mile from the CT border. Marked with a sign on the south side of the road at the trail head. The trail is .3mi and there’s a guest book to sign. 9.9 miles from Foster Country Club.