By D. C. Moody

dmoody@civitasmedia.com

PICKENS COUNTY — Thanksgiving might be more than a week away but that didn’t keep Pickens County residents from beginning their Christmas preparations with an open house and a Holiday Bazaar Nov. 14.

Oh Joy of Pickens and the Pickens County Board of Disabilities and Special Needs both held kickoff events on Nov. 14 as the holiday season draws closer and residents came out in big numbers to help kick off the shopping season.

Decorations, wreaths, and gift ideas abounded and even those not quite ready for Christmas music and tree lightings could be seen with a sparkle in their eye as the hint of the giving season begins to break.

Handmade arts, crafts, jewelry and decorating ideas highlighted the two events, along with clothing, ornaments, and stylish alternatives to department store shopping.

Oh Joy has a bright and unique look for the holiday shopper with some innovative gift ideas including jewelry to be personalized for that special someone.

The Pickens County Board of Disabilities and Special Needs Holiday Bazaar was held with an eye on beginning the shopping season, but there were many items produced by the men and women who benefit most from the board’s work in Pickens County.

Bracelets, necklaces, and decorations of all kinds could be found, all made by the beneficiaries of the Pickens County Board of Disabilities and Special Needs program participants. The proceeds from the Holiday Bazaar will be used to expand the program offerings of the Pickens County Board of Disabilities and Special Needs.

Reach D. C. Moody at 864-855-0355.

Oh Joy is capable of putting you in the holiday spirit if you aren’t quite ready!
http://pickenssentinel.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/web1_IMG_0050.jpgOh Joy is capable of putting you in the holiday spirit if you aren’t quite ready! D. C. Moody | The Pickens Sentinel

It does feel a lot like Christmas, especially when there is a fireplace involved at Oh Joy.
http://pickenssentinel.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/web1_IMG_0052.jpgIt does feel a lot like Christmas, especially when there is a fireplace involved at Oh Joy. D. C. Moody | The Pickens Sentinel

Odds and ends can even bring hint of the holidays from Oh Joy in Pickens.
http://pickenssentinel.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/web1_IMG_0057.jpgOdds and ends can even bring hint of the holidays from Oh Joy in Pickens. D. C. Moody | The Pickens Sentinel

It may not have sleigh bells but it still rings of Christmas cheer at Oh Joy.
http://pickenssentinel.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/web1_IMG_0058.jpgIt may not have sleigh bells but it still rings of Christmas cheer at Oh Joy. D. C. Moody | The Pickens Sentinel

The Holiday Bazaar for the Pickens County Board of Disabilities and Special Needs on Nov. 14 brought shoppers out of the woodwork.
http://pickenssentinel.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/web1_IMG_0059.jpgThe Holiday Bazaar for the Pickens County Board of Disabilities and Special Needs on Nov. 14 brought shoppers out of the woodwork. D. C. Moody | The Pickens Sentinel

River Bray was glad to see Christmas coming as she is awaiting Jolly Old Saint Nick!
http://pickenssentinel.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/web1_IMG_0068.jpgRiver Bray was glad to see Christmas coming as she is awaiting Jolly Old Saint Nick! D. C. Moody | The Pickens Sentinel

Wreaths for the Thanksgiving holiday were available at the Holiday Bazaar Nov. 14.
http://pickenssentinel.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/web1_IMG_0075.jpgWreaths for the Thanksgiving holiday were available at the Holiday Bazaar Nov. 14. D. C. Moody | The Pickens Sentinel

Many of the gifts for purchase at the Holiday Bazaar Nov. 14 were produced locally, including those created by the men and women who benefit most from the Pickens County Board of Disabilities and Special Needs.
http://pickenssentinel.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/web1_IMG_0077.jpgMany of the gifts for purchase at the Holiday Bazaar Nov. 14 were produced locally, including those created by the men and women who benefit most from the Pickens County Board of Disabilities and Special Needs.D. C. Moody | The Pickens Sentinel

Lights, lights, and more lights just in time to begin your Christmas season.
http://pickenssentinel.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/web1_IMG_0080.jpgLights, lights, and more lights just in time to begin your Christmas season. D. C. Moody | The Pickens Sentinel

By D. C. Moody

dmoody@civitasmedia.com

Reach D. C. Moody at 864-855-0355.