Button Factory Open Studio, LUMMUS Studio, 1st floor, Portsmouth, NH

Put this one in your calendar — Button Factory Open Studios is jolly-like fun and absolutely not to be missed. This event captures the hustle and bustle of December in the very best way, with a warm, festive energy around every corner. Meet artists in their studios and learn about their work and creative process while you wander the building’s character-filled halls, each space feeling as charming as a holiday tale. Backyard Garlic will be on the first floor in the LUMMUS studio, where Jon Lummus — a master woodworker, cabinet maker, and skilled craftsman. Plan to stay for a couple of hours, take your time exploring, and enjoy the experience.