By Lauren Cohen

If you’re running late on holiday shopping, consider checking out local businesses around Summit County to help you out. And if you want to get more involved in the community, see below for local events businesses are putting on all month long.

Art x Love is hosting a Winter Open House featuring more than 30 local artists in Downtown Akron. At the event from 4 – 7 p.m. on Dec. 12, guests can do some last-minute holiday shopping, make a holiday craft and discover new artists.

ALT Street Market is hosting an alternative holiday market called “All the Creatures” at Missing Falls Brewery from 2 – 7 p.m. on Dec. 13. The market promises one-of-a-kind vendors.

Unite Cabaret is hosting a Mystic Fairy Market from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Dec. 20. Attendees can shop small local businesses for items like trinkets, handmade jewelry, crystals and local art.

You can find more small business events and sales on Downtown Akron Partnership’s Facebook page, updated regularly.

Downtown Cuyahoga Falls will host a Holiday Frenzy event from 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. on Dec. 20. Guests can shop local on the last weekend before Christmas, and each store will host different specials, promos, freebies and more.

More holiday small business events and sales can be found on Downtown Cuyahoga Falls Partnership’s website.

Bronco’s Barber Shop is hosting a toy drive for children of all ages. Items are due by Dec. 17, and they are asking for items like Legos, art supplies, infant toys and books.

Hudson will have a Merry on Main Street event from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. on Dec. 18. The street’s businesses will have extended shopping hours and live entertainment.

The Hudson Christkindlmarkt will take place Dec. 12 – Dec. 14 during various hours. There will be over 30 vendors to shop from and live entertainment.

The Nordonia Hills Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Community Expo on Dec. 13 to showcase local business owners and professionals. Businesses will be promoting holiday specials at the event.

There is also a Craft & Vendor Fair from 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. on Dec. 13 at Nordonia High School in partnership with the Nordonia Winter Arts Festival.

Winery at Wolf Creek is hosting multiple holiday-themed events throughout the month, including a Winter Sip n Paint and a Live Wreath Workshop. Find more on its website.

Greenbridge Teahouse is hosting a Christmas Tea luncheon from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Dec. 14. Attendees can experience the teahouse in its historic venue.