The First Annual Wilderness Artisan Fair will take place Nov. 17 at Little Toad Creek Inn and Tavern, located at the junction of Hwy 15 and Hwy 35 near Lake Roberts. The fair will be held Saturday, November 17, from 10a.m. to 5 p.m., with more than twenty artists and artisans showcasing a wide variety of crafts. Featured will be fiber artists with woven rugs, scarves, vests, jackets, organic and hand-painted yarns, and housewares; jewelry from hand-crafted silver and stone, copper, and mixed media; oil painting, photography, art prints, nature prints; ceramics from housewares to sculpture, Mimbres-design stoneware; wood sculptures, woodcraft furniture, hand-crafted wooden housewares, flutes, handmade paper lamps, and much more.

The recently-opened inn is located along Sapillo Creek near Lake Roberts in the heart of the Gila National Forest and Wilderness. Little Toad Creek Inn invites the public to venture out through the autumn forest to see this amazing collection of arts and crafts. It's an ideal time of year to celebrate creativity and craftsmanship. Find a unique holiday gift, or the perfect gift for yourself – there is stunning artistry and something for everyone, with a wide range of prices. Hot drinks and homemade desserts will be available in Little Toad's Tavern, as well as meals in the restaurant. Live entertainment includes Silver City Musician/Songwriter Andrew Dahl-Bredine performing on the lawn at 2 p.m. and classic rock n' blues duo "Soulshine" from Las Cruces performing in the Tavern at 6 p.m. For more information contact Teresa at 575-536-9649 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..