“Black Friday” shopping doesn’t have to mean crowded malls with generic gifts made far, far away. Here in Salt Lake City, there is a better answer for Thanksgiving weekend shopping, the 20th Annual Clay Arts Utah Holiday Sale.

The Sugarhouse Park Garden Center hosts the event from 10 am to 5 pm, on Friday and Saturday, November 29 & 30. Admission and parking are free.

Talented local artists will offer their hand-made clay artwork for sale, including functional pottery, dinnerware, sculpture, and decorative artwork.

Participating artists are skilled in clay and ceramics arts, including wheel-thrown and hand-built pieces. Included are several award-winning artists and noted studio teachers. The range of designs and of prices (from as low as $10) will make for a colorful and inspiring shopping experience.

This an opportunity for shoppers to browse comfortably, meet the artists, buy local, and support the arts education programs fostered by Clay Arts Utah, a 501(c)3 charitable organization.