What's that? You need a compelling reason to shop local and one-of-a-kind gifts this holiday? Here's one: bottom line, they're way cooler. And you can feel good supporting your neighbors and the planet in a green, save-on-shipping kind of way. So bring your friends and come help us celebrate the last Third Friday of 2009! Enjoy food and a cash bar as you shop the amazing art, jewelry, handmade textiles, and more locally-inspired goods at Golden Belt.

In Building 3, shop 43 inspiring studio artists under one roof and a compelling one-night show, "Make Believers," offering screen printing, collage, film, paint, photography and more. The deeply moving and poetic "Hiroshima: After Aftermath," a powerful exhibition of work by elin o'Hara slavick will continue in ROOM 100.

Ongoing group show "Natural Selection" illuminates the walls of LabourLove Gallery, featuring contemporary artists with ties to Eastern North Carolina exhibiting adventurous mixed media paintings, sculptures and fiber works. Also on hand in the gallery: brand new t-shirt designs, prints, and more.
And, LLG will showcase "Time", a beautiful and serene collection of fine art photography from Daniel J. Pesta. These pieces are printed in extremely limited editions and will sell out fast.

Let’s toast to an incredible year of growth at Golden Belt while we support the inspiring work of local artists this holiday season!