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November 6, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Chloe Nousias
Marketing and Communications Manager
419-254-2787 ext. 1015
cnousias\@theartscommission.org
The Arts Commission to Host Fourth Annual Local Artists Holiday Trunk Show in partnership with the Libbey House Foundation
TOLEDO, OH -- The Arts Commission is pleased to announce the upcoming return of the Local Artists' Holiday Trunk Show in conjunction with the Libbey House Foundation.
The event will feature glass, metal, fabric, acrylic and ceramic artwork from local artists for sale with a portion of proceeds benefiting The Arts Commission's programs. The Friday night preview features early bird shopping, live art demonstration by Aaron Bivens, silent auction, meet the artists, appetizers and a cash bar.
Local artist and returning trunk show participant Dani Herrera shared what makes this event special, "This show is a great benefit to the community and the artists because it allows the public to enjoy the Libbey House, the artists to continue to do what they love to do, and the public to do their Christmas shopping for unique, one of a kind gifts. It makes Christmas shopping fun and a special experience for the whole family."
The event is presented by Libbey House Foundation and The Arts Commission with additional sponsorship from the National Endowment for the Arts, and the Ohio Arts Council.
Event Information
Date and Time:
Preview Night - Friday November 21st, 2025, 5:00pm -- 8:00pm
Shopping Day -- Saturday, November 22nd, 2025 11:00am -- 6:00pm
Location: Edward D. Libbey House, 2008 Scottwood Avenue, Toledo, OH 43620 in the beautiful Old West End neighborhood
Tickets: \$25 Admission for Friday Preview Night and \$10.00 admission for Saturday Shopping Day, to buy tickets online visit:\ [Local Artists Holiday Trunk Show]{.underline}
Julie Beckert, Arts Commission Board Member and Trunk Show Event Co-Chair, highlighted the event's role in celebrating Toledo's creative community, "Supporting local artists isn't just about buying beautiful one-of-a-kind gifts; it's about investing in the history and vibrancy of our culture and community. We are excited to bring over 20 amazing artists together in a beautiful and historic location."
Local Artists participating in the Holiday Trunk Show are: [Ann Tubbs]{.underline}, [Cyd Gottlieb]{.underline}, [Dani Herrera]{.underline}, [Eamon King]{.underline}, [Fraser Phibbs]{.underline}, [Hans Ruebel]{.underline}, [Jaci Riley]{.underline}, [Jane Lamanna]{.underline}, [Julie Schnell Madden]{.underline}, Kacey McCreery, [Kathy Rennels]{.underline}, [Kayla Kirk]{.underline}, [Ken Miller]{.underline}, [Leonard Marty]{.underline}, [Lia Colapietro]{.underline}, [Lindsay Williams / Avert Adornments]{.underline}, [Lisa Grizaniuk]{.underline}, [Matt Paskiet - Firenation Glass Studio and Gallery]{.underline}, [Mike Stevens]{.underline}, [Ryan Pfeifer]{.underline}, [Ryan Thompson]{.underline}, Steve Cothern, [Tess Healy]{.underline}, [Tim Spurchise]{.underline}, [Tom Marino]{.underline}, [Toledo School for the Arts]{.underline}
More information can be found at The Arts Commission's website: [theartscommission.org/events/holiday-trunk-show]{.underline}
The Arts Commission team can coordinate interviews with artists, images of the artwork for sale, tours of the event, photos and videos.
About the Libbey House Foundation
The Libbey House Foundation, a section 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Public Charity, is dedicated to the rehabilitation of this important National Historical Landmark.
About The Arts Commission
The Arts Commission is the longest standing arts commission in the state of Ohio, founded in 1959, administering the City of Toledo's One Percent for Art Program since 1977. The Arts Commission is supported in part by the Ohio Arts Council and by an award from the National Endowment for the Arts.
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