The holiday season brings many of our favorite things: togetherness, celebrations, meals, and all manners of coziness. It’s also a great time to make things and enjoy the things other people have made — whether small-scale crafts or elaborate installations.

This weekend, head to the Woodbridge Holiday Craft and Vendor Fair, to be held on Saturday, December 2nd from 11am to 3pm. Staged in St. James Church’s McCorristen Hall, this annual event raises funds for local people in need and the institutions that support them. It’s also a great way to kick off your holiday shopping with unique, one-of-a-kind crafts.

On the other end of the spectrum is the annual Barron Arts Center Holiday Model Train Show, an elaborate installation on display at Barron Arts Center. On Friday, December 1st, head to the train show opening reception, featuring the township tree lighting, refreshments, an appearance by Santa and much more.

St. James Church is located at Main Street and Route 35 in Woodbridge, NJ. Barron Arts Center is located at 582 Rahway Avenue in Woodbridge, NJ. BestRentNJ.com rental apartments available for lease nearby include Fox Hill Run, located just a short walk away, plus Forest View, Evergreen East and Evergreen Forest. Other nearby apts for rent include listings at Cloverleaf Gardens. Use BestRentNJ.com’s Apartment Locator to find the Garden State residence that’s right for you.